Rhoda Dawodu
Summary
Results-driven software QA tester with over 5 years of experience in quality assurance and software testing for web-based and client-server applications. Expertise in leading QA processes, implementing risk-based testing strategies, and enhancing defect management workflows. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and system reliability in agile environments. Quick adaptability to new tools, platforms, and complex systems. With solid foundation in technology and knack for problem-solving, I excel in identifying and addressing technical challenges. My communication skills enable effective collaboration with diverse teams, ensuring seamless project execution. Highly adaptable and quick to learn, I bring strategic approach to driving technological advancements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technology Specialist - QA Software Tester
IBM
08.2022 - Current
- Led QA activities across projects, ensuring alignment with acceptance criteria, and maintaining high quality delivery standards.
- Implemented risk-based testing approaches to prioritise high-impact defects, and improve overall testing efficiency.
- Collaborated closely with developers, analysts, and stakeholders to improve QA processes and reduce defect turnaround time.
- Designed and executed comprehensive test strategies covering functional, integration and regression testing.
- Managed defect lifecycle using JIRA. Ensuring clear communication and timely resolution across teams.
- Contributed to continuous improvement of QA standards, documentation and cross-team testing practices.
- Ensured data consistency and accuracy across systems by validating outputs against expected results.
- Supported testing across complex large-scale systems, handling high volumes of data and user interactions.
- Documented all technical procedures and system configurations, ensuring knowledge transfer and compliance with best practices.
- Provided expert technical support, resolving complex issues swiftly to minimise downtime and maintain operational excellence.
Software QA Tester
Alpha2Zenith
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Developed and executed test strategies, plans, and cases aligned with business requirements.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to understand system architecture, and improve test coverage.
- Analysed test results and identified key insights, contributing to a 35% increase in team efficiency.
- Managed defects using JIRA and Zephyr. Ensuring accurate reporting and prioritisation.
- Performed functional, exploratory, and regression testing across multiple client projects.
- Ensured traceability between requirements and test coverage.
- Utilised JIRA for bug tracking and project management, streamlining communication and task allocation within the testing team.
- Carried out automated and manual test execution, delivering relevant test coverage.
- Conducted comprehensive software testing, including functional, regression, and performance tests, to identify bugs and issues for resolution.
- Tested functionality, performance and compliance of products against design specifications to maintain strong development standards and high customer satisfaction.
Junior Software Tester
Amicus Finance
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Maintained the Requirements Traceability Matrix to ensure full test coverage.
- Collaborated with developers to identify and resolve defects early in the development lifecycle.
- Facilitated user acceptance testing sessions with clients, gathering feedback to refine and perfect software products before launch.
- Served as a liaison to the test implementation team to ensure accurate testing and regression testing.
- Identified ways to optimise software to improve system performance and reliability.
- Liaised with development managers to discuss software specifications and controls.
- Participated in daily stand-ups and sprint planning meetings as part of the Agile process, ensuring testing activities aligned with project goals.
- Used Agile methodologies to aid team delivery of effective, quality software solutions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology and Psychology
The University of East London
London01-2020
Skills
Test Planning & Execution
Data Validation & System Reliability
Defect Triage & Root Cause Analysis
QA Strategy & Risk-Based Testing
Strong Communication (Oral & Written)
Team Player
Problem Solving
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Technical Skills: Test Planning & Execution
Data Validation & System Reliability
Defect Triage & Root Cause Analysis
QA Strategy & Risk-Based Testing
Strong Communication (Oral & Written)
Team Player
Problem Solving
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Certification
- ISTQB: Software Testing Certificate
- AWS: Cloud Practitioner Certificate
Timeline
Technology Specialist - QA Software Tester
IBM
08.2022 - Current
Software QA Tester
Alpha2Zenith
07.2020 - 08.2022
Junior Software Tester
Amicus Finance
03.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology and Psychology
The University of East London