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Sam

Summary

Dynamic Software Tester in both Manual and automation Testing. My expertise lies in analysing Functional Requirement Documents, creating comprehensive test plans, and developing test cases. I possess extensive knowledge of Quality Assurance methodologies and strategies, combined with a deep understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). I have a proven track record of working effectively with Agile teams and excel in various testing methodologies, including Performance/Load/Stress Testing using Apache JMeter, Functional, System, Regression, API Integration with Postman, Data Driven, Keyword Driven, and Boundary Value Testing. My proficiency extends to tools such as Zephyr Scale for test case documentation and Jira for Defect Tracking.

As a dedicated team player, I prioritize delivering results that meet and exceed expectations. My commitment to the product team spans beyond my core responsibilities; I actively engage in assisting with requirements documentation, helping developers reproduce bugs, and providing valuable feedback to enhance our products. I possess a creative and customer-focused mindset, thinking beyond the available requirements to anticipate how customers will use our products and keeping an eye on competitors to ensure we stay ahead.Excels at learning new software tools and best practices in software quality assurance.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Software Tester

ITmPower
11.2022 - Current
  • Met strict deadlines in collaborative agile development environment.
  • Used risk-based testing approach to determine test automation strategy based on risk scenarios.
  • Enabled validation of critical product line releases by performing user acceptance testing.
  • Defined testing scope and requirements for specific features or products.
  • Tested web applications across diverse range of desktop, tablet and mobile devices.
  • Assited in testing automation applications in Windows and Linux environments.
  • Extracted software testing requirements from business requirements and functional specifications.
  • Liaised with software development team to resolve software defects.
  • Planned and created automated tests for web applications using Selenium.
  • Leveraged knowledge of software development lifecycle within safety-critical environments to meet requirements.
  • Performed tests on coding projects, identifying and resolving coding errors to improve performance.
  • Utilised and tested database tools and requirements within SQL Server.

Quality Assurance Manual Tester

Boosta Ltd
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Designed test scripts to provide information and instructions relating to system transactions.
  • Streamlined software to integrate testing with development tools.
  • Troubleshot equipment to identify errors and overall product usability.
  • Evaluated product code to verify correct specifications and identify areas requiring refinement.
  • Conducted testing phases to oversee cycles, spot defects and errors before migrating to implementation stage.
  • Implemented system and regression to execute complete levels of QA testing.
  • Performed post release and implementation testing to determine feature meets requirements and ready for users.
  • Formulated reports regarding findings, discrepancies and technical issues to submit to management.
  • Conferred with cross-functional teams to manage software development cycle.
  • Documented and evaluated test results to maintain accurate records.
  • Executed test plans to verify targeted audience and readiness of product.
  • Observed proper guidelines in processing data to preserve confidentiality and adhere to privacy laws.
  • Collaborated with engineers to oversee development process from concept to execution.
  • Gathered and analysed data to improve visibility tracking and prepare for configuration.

Software Quality Assurance Tester

SystemsSpec Limited
05.2019 - 12.2021
  • I collaborated closely with the development team to plan, design, and implement ongoing software projects.
  • I created self-contained, reusable test cases.
  • I demonstrated expertise in testing Local and Global Payment Schemes (VISA, MasterCard & UPI), Point of Sales (POS), Linux and Web application, as well as Functional/System/Validation/Integration/Regression testing.
  • I collaborated with back-end developers to test RESTful APIs using Postman.
  • Defined testing scope and requirements for specific features or products.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

University of Bolton
Bolton
05.2022 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Arts - English Language

Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria.
Nigeria
/2015 - /2018

Skills

  • Automated testing
  • Manual Testing
  • Test plans and scripts
  • Test Case Documentation (Excel/Zephyr Scale)
  • API Integration (Postman)
  • Defect Tracking/Monitoring (Azure DevOps
  • Performance/Load/Stress/Smoke Testing (Apache JMeter)
  • Agile Testing Environment
  • Excellent Communication Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

    Team Work

    Self-Motivated

  • Eager to learn
  • Software development lifecycle
  • Web and mobile testing
  • Automation framework creation
  • Defect and bug reporting
  • Performance analysis
  • Unit testing
  • Regression testing
  • System and unit testing

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

Software Tester

ITmPower
11.2022 - Current

Master of Business Administration -

University of Bolton
05.2022 - 06.2023

Quality Assurance Manual Tester

Boosta Ltd
01.2022 - 11.2022

Software Quality Assurance Tester

SystemsSpec Limited
05.2019 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - English Language

Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria.
/2015 - /2018
Sam