Olu Aina
Manchester
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in manual and automation testing, functional and regression testing, as well as integration and smoke testing. Demonstrates strong capabilities in user acceptance testing and performance and load testing, ensuring high-quality software delivery. Committed to leveraging skills to enhance software reliability and efficiency, with a focus on continuous improvement in testing methodologies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2027
2027
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Test Consultant (Contract)
Department for the Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA)
04.2019 - 11.2025
- Project Preview: My primary focus is testing Imports and Export Notifications and Certificates for DEFRA, specifically on the new IPAFFS system that has been developed to replace the current EU Imports and Export Notifications following the UK's exit from the European Union. Additionally, I have worked on projects involving Transits, Plants, Power BI/MI Reporting, and Dynamics 365. My main responsibilities include running UAT testing on import and export processes, conducting end-to-end testing, project planning, test execution, writing test scripts, and creating defects in Jira.
- Testing of data flows and data migrations on Defra processes and systems mainly on IPAFFS and TRACES and PLANTS SYSTEM
- Executed 200+ manual and API tests on critical import/export systems, reducing post-release defects by 35%
- Provided strategic test estimates and coordinated comprehensive test activities for IPAFFS and TRACES systems, ensuring on-time delivery.
- Identified, documented, and tracked defects in Jira, contributing to a 30% reduction in critical post-release issues.
- Validated new features on Dynamics 365 platform, ensuring thorough test coverage across EU Imports, Plants, and Power BI reporting projects.
- Contributed to best practices by providing continuous feedback to project owners and stakeholders, improving overall product quality assurance.
- I perform end-to-end testing on import and export processes as part of post-Brexit system updates and other central government systems.
- Testing EU Imports, Plants and Power BI reporting project on Dynamics 365 Platform and Tested changes implemented on the platform and validating data on the environment. Also tested using Azure DevOps Test Management suite.
- Collaborated with developers and product managers in an Agile environment to deliver robust, multi-platform software for Import and Export Notifications, enhancing user experience by 20%.
- Analysing user stories and their acceptance criteria if they are well defined and if they satisfy customer requirements.
- Translated user stories and acceptance criteria into Testing Scripts and Test Case documentation.
- Enhanced test coverage through SQL-based data validation and robust API testing with Postman
- Conducting exploratory testing and usability testing on new releases and I was involved in testing web services
- Reporting on activities, defects, successes, and regression testing releases on different project scenario.
- Creation of test scenarios, test conditions and test scripts for web applications.
- Carrying out integration, system and user acceptance testing on various projects
- Created thorough end-to-end test script on each project on Excel and continuously re-evaluate test plans to adjust for new information and project schedules.
- Creating OAT Test Scenarios and liaising with technical teams to get OAT Test scenarios reviewed and base lined
- Methodology: Agile/Scrum Framework
- Tools: HTML, JIRA and .NET, MS Office and Java Platforms
Magento Test Analyst (Contract)
VASHI DIAMOND LIMITED
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Project Preview: My focus is testing a Magento/Ecommerce platform. Vashi is a commercial organisation involved in the retail of Diamonds and Jewelry for high end consumers. My main objectives were in the key areas of in sprint development work, establishing end to end functional and automated testing and driving the testing strategy for the development team to implement. I am also involved with web testing, Software testing and end to end testing on the Vashi website.
- Conducted functional and browser compatibility tests on site enhancement and maintenance work completed by development teams and I reviewed specific web pages and functionality as part of the sprint
- Created thorough end-to-end test plans on each project on Google docs and continuously re-evaluate test plans to adjust for new information and project schedule
- Developed and executed detailed functional test cases based on requirements and end-to-end infrastructure on different projects and performed testing and document and rank defects in Jira, so they can be prioritised by the Product team and to be retested after fixes.
- I took charge of the execution of system and integration testing on projects, and I queried databases to obtain/verify test results in resolving the issues and understanding the functionality of the Application.
- Conducted regular regression testing and support frequent releases on the Vashi projects by running the testing procedures at the end and the beginning of each sprint.
- Passed first round of testing to support for the on-time delivery of sprints and I supported the Product Manager, by creating a Jira report and collating tickets needing UAT, signing off and running daily triages
- Performed UAT Testing (Testing as an end user by validating business requirements including UI testing and I ran fortnightly defect triage sessions to ensure no major defects are left unaddressed
- Oversaw a weekly meeting with a team of developers to ensure the quality of the team's output was of great standard
- Regularly monitored and maintained defect reporting tool for website issues reported by business units. I also clarified issues with business units, reproduced and documented identified defects for the development team to address.
- I continuously assessed projects to identify QA requirements and identify areas for improvement on a regular basis and worked on sprints as required by the project and I conducted Automation testing by using Selenium
- Carrying out Automation tests using .Net applications like Visual Studio, Specflow for BDD, C# with Selenium and Playwright On cloud-based applications
- Created a Google Document which was used for maintaining and documenting draft acceptance scenarios and supporting tests for new projects and maintained QA-related documentation
- Performed Risk Assessments in cooperation with the overall Product & Development team, proactively communicating risks to management and I provided knowledge regarding QA concepts, methodology, best practices, tools and metrics
- Performed Mobile Application testing on Android and IOS products including Samsung Phones, iPhone, Samsung tablet and iPads
- I have experience in testing the Porting of the application on different Mobile Handset and expertise of testing the application developed using various mobile technologies including Android, IOS and .Net Technology
- Tested the mobile application for UAT, usability, performance, compatibility and load testing for iOS and Android devices
- - Improved sprint planning and velocity by proactively defining test scenarios and acceptance criteria
- - Conducted extensive cross-browser testing across 5+ device types using BrowserStack
- - Led issue triage and resolution processes using Jira, enhancing defect turnaround time
- - Conducted functional and browser compatibility tests on Magento/Ecommerce platform enhancements, ensuring a consistent user experience across multiple browsers and devices, increasing customer satisfaction by 18%.
- Developed and executed detailed test cases, improving defect detection by 22% and facilitating effective communication across teams.
- Took charge of system and integration testing, querying databases to verify test results and resolve issues, reducing issue resolution time by 15%.
- Conducted regular regression testing, supporting frequent releases on Vashi projects and ensuring stability with a defect-free rate of 95%.
- Monitored and maintained defect reporting tool for website issues, clarifying issues with business units and improving communication, leading to a 20% quicker turnaround in defect resolution.
- Conducted mobile application testing on Android and IOS products, ensuring functionality, usability, performance, and compatibility
- Methodology: Agile/Scrum Framework
- Tools: Java 1.6, CSS, HTML, JIRA and .NET, MS Office, Browser stack
Magento Quality Assurance Analyst (Permanent)
SPACE 48 LIMITED
07.2015 - 04.2018
- Project Preview: My focus was testing on a Magento platform. Space 48 is a digital agency that deals with the ecommerce industry. My main objective was web testing, Software testing and end to end testing on ecommerce platforms.
- Tested in the local environment by pulling down the database in a vagrant (Linux) and testing different feature branches for each project
- - Automated 60% of regression tests (C#, Selenium, BDD), cutting test cycle time by 25%
- - Standardized QA documentation across 10+ client projects, improving consistency and team efficiency
- - Partnered with developers and UX teams to ensure accurate delivery of complex user stories
- - Strengthened test coverage through backend validation using SQL and API testing with Postman
- - Mentored and onboarded new QA hires, reducing ramp-up time and maintaining QA standards
- Tested in local environments (Linux) to validate feature branches, enhancing collaboration with developers and reducing integration issues by 17%.
- Managed test plans, scripts, and bug reporting on GitHub, improving issue tracking and resolution efficiency by 20%.
- Conducted functional, configuration, load, visual, acceptance, and mobile testing for Magento ecommerce platforms, ensuring comprehensive test coverage and customer satisfaction by 15%.
- Interacted with business analysts, system analysts, designers, and developers during all project phases, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Analyzed business requirements and documented test plans in GitHub, ensuring testability and verifiability of requirements, leading to a 20% improvement in requirement accuracy.
- Performed regression testing on every release and backend testing of Magento functionalities.
- I was writing test plans, scripts, Bug reporting, logging errors and tracking on GitHub
- Conducted Functional testing, Configuration testing, Load testing, Visual testing, Acceptance testing and Mobile Test Applications of all Magento ecommerce platforms for all space 48 clients
- Conducted, and I was fully involved in all aspects of E-Commerce websites (Cross Browser, Payment Gateway, Inventory and Distribution management etc.) and Mobile Apps Testing
- Continuously Interacted with Business, System Analysts, Designers and Developers during all phases of the project life cycle and led project phase meeting
- Analysed and evaluated the Business Requirement Documents, Functional/System Requirement Documents and Use Cases for the application, which involved a series of meetings with developers, Systems Analysts and Business Analysts to verify the testability and verifiability of the requirements and documented test Plan in GitHub
- Methodology: Agile/Scrum Framework
- Tools: Jira, HTML, CSS, Oracle, Linux, PHP
Web Test Analyst (Contract)
LIVERPOOL FOOTBALL CLUB
10.2014 - 06.2015
- Project Preview: My testing was focused on liverpoolfc.com website. I was mainly involved in testing the CMS (Content Management System) in terms of making changes at the back end and verifying them in the front end of the website. My main objective was to maintain the standard of testing throughout Liverpool FC development projects across multiple LFC Websites and Systems.
- Tested web functionalities and strategic links using a variety of web browsers.
- Tested on the non-match day Hospitality website for Liverpool Football Club. The project was about creating a new website for events such as Meetings and Conferences. I was fully involved in the planning, testing and delivery of the website.
- Also testing audio and video content on the web
- Performed Manual and Selenium testing of a web-based application using Selenium IDE
- I actively participated in Scrum meetings, reviews and developed test scenarios
- I was solely responsible for testing a variety of data mobility products and verifying changes made at the backend and front end of Content Management System on Liverpool football club website
- Tested payments and forms on Liverpool football club website
- I wrote test plans, scripts, Bug reporting, logging errors and tracking on Jira and I was executing the following tests: usability, accessibility, link testing and security.
- I created templates on CMS for use during testing and at the “Go Live” stage.
- Tested the functionalities of Flash carousel and images displayed on front end and testing web pages using RSS feed integrated with Content Management System
- I liaised with the visual designer to verify that all graphic design and screen shots are in line with the required specification
- Tested web pages with Flash, Photoshop technologies and responsiveness on images and videos and tested online advertisements placement through Tracking Id, Banner Id and Brand Id and pixel.
- Tested on web applications on different web browsers, e.g. Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari and Chrome and used multiple users and passwords to access sites that use the most common forms of authentication and encryption
- Methodology: Agile/Scrum
- Tools: HTML, CSS, QC, Browser stack, PHP
Software Test Engineer (Contract)
AMEY
03.2014 - 09.2014
- Project Preview: My testing was focused on Darwin Rail Customer Information (DCIS) systems. I was involved in the manual software testing of bespoke and third-party integrated software systems; planning, running and reviewing tests, and documenting results in accordance with Functional requirements.
- Tested on a DCIS (Darwin Customer Information System) making sure all information delivery channels, displaying and/or announcing train service information anywhere across England, Scotland Wales should present consistent information for all services.
- Conducting a range of end-to-end automation tests using Spec-flow, C# and Easy Repro (Dynamics automation tool)
- Tested on Birmingham Highways Maintenance and Management Service (BHMMS). The project covers the installation of equipment into Lancaster Operational Control Room, Queensway tunnel plant room, and the refurbishment of the Queensway and St Chads Tunnels.
- Tested on the bespoke software and COTS SCADA systems and third-party integrated systems.
- Tested on web-based and mobile systems / applications by using remote diagnostic tools, software utilities/simulators and configuration control in the testing and resolution of faults.
- I reviewed business requirement and technical specifications, focusing on testability and identification of test cases.
- I provided technical input and support as appropriate to the Bid, Project, Test, Support and Software Engineering teams in the development, test and delivery of bespoke software and integrated/COTS projects.
- I oversaw the development of test plans, test scenarios, test data and documentation, as appropriate to each project and translated these into test scripts.
- Developed testing/QA procedures, processes and documentation. Analyse and assess engineering requirements and translate these into the appropriate test documentation.
- Raised and track faults using the fault-tracking tool (Bugzilla), provided appropriate status reports as required and liaise with stakeholders through re-test, resolution and closure.
- Supervised the test team (and supported) the Test Engineering Lead in preparation of test metrics and status reports, highlighting milestone progress, issues and risks as appropriate.
- Conducted Factory and Site Acceptance Testing through to completion and to the satisfaction of the client.
- Created multiple testing methodologies including automation and manual software functional testing, regression testing and user acceptance testing.
- I tested on SCADA (covering both HMI and PLC elements), Customer Information Systems, CCTV Systems, Public Address Systems, Passenger Help Point Systems, Intruder and Access Alarm Systems, Telecoms Networks and PC based control Systems.
- Raised and tracked faults using Bugzilla, providing status reports and liaising with stakeholders, reducing fault resolution time by 15%.
- Conducted Factory and Site Acceptance Testing, using automatic and manual software functional testing, regression testing, and user acceptance testing.
- - Led QA for national transport infrastructure platforms integrating SCADA, DCIS, and mobile systems
- - Developed reusable automated scripts with SpecFlow and Easy Repro, enhancing regression reliability
- - Diagnosed root causes of system bottlenecks, contributing to decreased downtime
- Methodology: Agile/Scrum Framework
- Tools: CVS, HTML, CSS, QC
Education
BA(Hons) - Humanities
MSc - Business Information Management
ISTQB-ISEB Certified Software Tester -
British Computer Society
Security Cleared -
Home Office
Skills
- Manual and automation testing
- Functional and regression testing
- Integration and smoke testing
- User acceptance testing
- Performance and load testing
Professional References
AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Affiliations
- Travelling all around the world, Football fan
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Test Consultant (Contract)
Department for the Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA)
04.2019 - 11.2025
Magento Test Analyst (Contract)
VASHI DIAMOND LIMITED
04.2018 - 03.2019
Magento Quality Assurance Analyst (Permanent)
SPACE 48 LIMITED
07.2015 - 04.2018
Web Test Analyst (Contract)
LIVERPOOL FOOTBALL CLUB
10.2014 - 06.2015
Software Test Engineer (Contract)
AMEY
03.2014 - 09.2014
MSc - Business Information Management
BA(Hons) - Humanities
ISTQB-ISEB Certified Software Tester -
British Computer Society
Security Cleared -
Home Office