CV / English / Senior QA Analyst

Alice Hartley

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +1 555 123 4567
• Location: 2541 Innovation Way, Palo Alto, CA, 94304

Brief

A highly dedicated and professional Senior QA Analyst with over 8 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance methodologies. Proficient in developing and executing test plans to ensure the quality and functionality of complex systems. Adept at leading teams through software development life cycles and ensuring product quality surpasses client expectations. Passionate about leveraging automation to optimize testing processes and improve efficiency.

Core Competencies

• Test Planning & Execution
• QA Methodologies
• Team Leadership
• Bug Life Cycle Management
• Automation Tools
• Agile & Waterfall Methodologies
• Performance & Stress Testing
• Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
• Documentation & Reporting

Technologies & Certifications

• Languages: Java, SQL, Python
• Tools: Selenium, JIRA, TestRail, Jenkins, Git, Docker
• Frameworks: TestNG, JUnit
• Certifications: ISTQB Certified Tester, Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

Professional Experience

Senior QA Analyst at TechSolutions Inc., Palo Alto, CA

June 2017 – Present

• Led a team of 8 QA Analysts in the successful delivery of a major software overhaul project, improving system performance by 40%.
• Developed comprehensive test plans and strategies for SaaS products, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and technical specifications.
• Implemented automated testing frameworks using Selenium, reducing manual testing efforts by 70%.
• Conducted regular team meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and optimize testing strategies.
• Collaborated closely with the development team to identify and fix bugs during the early stages of the software development lifecycle.

QA Analyst at WebInnovate, San Francisco, CA

March 2013 – May 2017

• Executed detailed test cases for web and mobile applications, achieving a 95% defect detection rate.
• Managed the bug tracking process using JIRA, facilitating effective bug resolution and communication across teams.
• Participated in sprint planning and review meetings, contributing valuable insights for product improvement.
• Developed and maintained documentation for test cases, results, and insights, enhancing team knowledge and efficiency.

Education & Training

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science University of California, Berkeley, 2009-2013

• ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level, 2015

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), 2016

Referees

Available upon request.