Senior software engineer in test candidate in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

Summary

As a seasoned professional in software quality assurance, I bring a wealth of experience spanning over eight years across diverse industry verticals. I have demonstrated expertise in creating robust testing frameworks, enhancing test efficiency, training future software quality engineers, and contributing to the delivery of top-quality software products.

At my most recent position my major accomplishments include scaling the automation suite, resulting in a drastic decrease in test run time from 30 to 10 minutes per pipeline. I have excelled in creating and maintaining various automated tests using Testcafe, Typescript, and Jest. I also spearheaded the setup of processes in Slack and Jira to refactor tests, decreasing flakey tests by 20%. I have been instrumental in debugging automated test failures, aiding developers with defect solutions, and improving test efficiency through graphQL requests and mocking.

Prior to that I was responsible for creating an entire automation framework using JavaScript Selenium and Jest expectation library, along with performing end-to-end project testing activities. I actively participated in release/sprint planning activities and developed both manual and automated test cases for diverse digital platforms.

I held a leadership role as a Software Quality Assurance Manager. In this role, I developed test plans for multiple large-scale projects and provided Tier III support for internal software. I also led a team to create test cases and labs for multiple applications, working closely with the Business Analyst team and project managers to test applications within deadlines and eliminate product defects before releases.

I hold a Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification from the International Software Testing Qualifications Board, underscoring my proficiency in this domain. My skills include Test Management, Selenium Testing, Test Automation, Software Quality Assurance, Agile Methodologies, Javascript, Typescript, Cypress, User Acceptance Testing, Test Strategy, and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) among others. I look forward to continuing to apply these skills and experience to deliver top-notch software quality assurance services.

Expectations

As I transition into a new role as a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), I am excited to leverage my extensive background in software quality assurance and test automation to ensure the delivery of high-quality, robust software. My expectations for this position are multifaceted and span technical, professional, and personal development realms.

Technical Challenges and Learning Opportunities: I anticipate opportunities to work with new, cutting-edge technologies and tools. I hope to expand my knowledge of software architecture and design, exploring various test strategies and methodologies. I'm excited to employ my expertise in automation testing and look forward to pushing the boundaries of my technical prowess by learning new languages, frameworks, and tools.

Leadership and Mentorship: I hope to play a significant role in leading and guiding test automation efforts. Given my experience in mentoring junior engineers, I aim to foster a nurturing environment that promotes continuous learning and growth for my team members. I expect to leverage my leadership skills to drive the development and implementation of robust test strategies and frameworks.

Collaboration and Teamwork: I look forward to collaborating with a diverse team of software developers, product managers, and other stakeholders. I expect a workplace that values open communication, mutual respect, and teamwork, where we work together to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and deliver optimal software solutions.

Impact and Value: Lastly, I anticipate contributing meaningfully to the organization's goals and missions. I hope to be part of projects that deliver significant value to our users, helping improve the overall user experience with high-performing, defect-free software.

In summary, I am eager to embrace this new challenge as a Senior SDET, where I can employ my skills, grow professionally, and make a significant impact on software quality and performance.