# Sam Hernandez

> Software Engineer

Location: Berkeley, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/samhernandez

Specialties: Python, Automation, Quality Assurance, Solar PV, Data acquisition

## Work Experience
### Software Engineer @ SmartShoot
Jan 2017 – Present | San Francisco Bay Area

### Software Engineer in Test @ Sungevity
Jan 2015 – Jan 2017
Developed, improved, and maintained Python-based automation infrastructure for UI testing with Selenium and API testing with Requests. Developed cross-platform mobile testing framework using Appium and Python. Developed test automation triage tools using Javascript, jQuery, and Firebase. Performed code reviews. Trained and on-boarded colleagues in testing and programming. Managed Jenkins continuous integration platform for automated tests. Developed test automation triage tools using Python, Javascript, jQuery, and Firebase.

Technologies used: Python, Scala, Play, Salesforce, Apex, Visualforce, Javascript, jQuery, Angular, Typescript, PHP, Jenkins, Github, AWS, Selenium, Appium, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Firebase, Assembla, Jira, Confluence

### QA Automation Engineer @ Sungevity
Jan 2014 – Jan 2015
Lead QA on cross-functional scrum team. Developed requirements and acceptance criteria for new software features. Performed manual testing for new features to ensure correct and bug-free operation. Performed regression testing on all areas of Sungevity’s software platform. Wrote automated tests and contributed to existing test automation framework.

### System Analyst @ Sungevity
Jan 2013 – Jan 2014
Managed all aspects of PV system monitoring and fleet performance for approximately 20,000 residential solar installations nationwide. Developed, improved, and maintained fleet performance analysis tools using SQL, Javascript, VBA, PHP, and R.

### Service Project manager @ Sungevity
Jan 2011 – Jan 2013
Managed all aspects of service work for approximately 20,000 residential solar installations nationwide. Developed and implemented processes, documentation, and infrastructure in a rapidly growing company. Trained new hires on all aspects of solar service work.

### PV Service Manager @ Sun Light and Power
Jan 2010 – Jan 2011
Performed troubleshooting and repairs on solar photovoltaic systems. Managed other technicians, worked with clients. Oversaw the company's monitoring system infrastructure.

### Superintendent @ Sun Light and Power
Jan 2010 – Jan 2011
Worked with PV installation crews and office staff to ensure quality, safe, and efficient PV system installations.

### Project Manager @ Sun Light and Power
Jan 2009 – Jan 2010
Worked with clients and all departments in the company to coordinate design and installation of PV systems. Managed schedules, contracts, and budgets.

### Foreman @ Sun Light and Power
Jan 2008 – Jan 2009
Was responsible for the proper installation of PV systems and the safety of crew members. Oversaw and performed installation and troubleshooting. Taught classes on PV system design and installation.

### Warehouse Manager @ Sun Light and Power
Jan 2006 – Jan 2007
Ordered equipment for projects, managed inventory and expenses.

### PV Installer @ Sun Light and Power
Jan 2005 – Jan 2006
Installed PV systems under supervision of foreman. Procured permits and performed inspections and service calls.

### Assembly Technician @ Spectra Watermakers
Jan 2005 – Jan 2005
Assembled motor and motor control systems for marine water filtration units. Developed assembly manuals from scratch.


## Education
### BA in Music
University of California, Santa Cruz


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sam-hernandez-ba826216

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Last updated: 2026-04-10