Quality Assurance Test Engineer - Avontus Ltd - Remote
(2021-04)
- Designed and executed over 2,000 manual and automated test cases across enterprise software releases.
- Developed automated tests using Playwright and Test Complete.
- Led QA activities throughout the software development lifecycle, from requirements through to production release.
- Developed and maintained test strategies, plans, and documentation.
- Managed the complete defect lifecycle using Jira and Xray.
- Performed API testing using Postman.
- Conducted performance and scalability testing.
- Led sprint planning and release readiness activities.
- Managed and mentored QA engineers, improving knowledge sharing, and maintaining consistent testing standards.
- Conducted technical interviews and coached junior testers, supporting team growth and onboarding.
- Collaborated with developers, Product Owners and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality software releases.
- Reduced production defects through proactive risk identification and early collaboration with development teams.
- Improved regression testing efficiency by increasing automation coverage.
- Supported successful delivery of multiple enterprise software releases with minimal post-release issues.
Test Lead - Yorcard Ltd - Sheffield
(2015-07 - 2021-03)
- Led testing across multiple Agile projects.
- Designed manual and automated test strategies.
- Managed defects using HP Quality Center before migration to Jira.
- Produced test plans, test scripts, and progress reports.
- Performed web, mobile and API testing.
- Supported UAT and production releases.
- Collaborated with business users and developers throughout the software lifecycle.
- Managed testing across multiple concurrent projects.
- Reported QA progress, risks and release readiness to senior stakeholders.
- Coordinated regression testing prior to production releases.
Assurance / Test Analyst - HSCIC (NHS Digital) - Leeds
(2007-07 - 2015-07)
- Designed and executed functionality, integration, regression, and UAT testing.
- Produced comprehensive test documentation and test plans.
- Logged and managed defects using HP Quality Center.
- Worked closely with developers to resolve issues.
- Created end-to-end testing artefacts for NHS systems.
- Assisted with process improvements across QA.
- Produced operational documentation and user guides.
- Ensured software met business and regulatory requirements.
Model Community Support & Assurance - HSCIC (NHS Digital)
Software Tester - Tribal
MIS Application Tester - PlusNet
