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Evaluate, refactor and optimize existing Playwright Automation frameworkConfigure and implement automated test parallelism reducing runtime and return results fasterCreate new framework automating tests for GraphQL and REST servicesPerform concurrent user load and performance testing against critical product servicesIntegrate automation frameworks with CI systems

Architect and primary contributor to entire automation suite -- Ramped automated test count from 0 to over 1500 reducing customer reported defects quarter to quarter-- Architected framework transition from Protractor to Playwright eliminating technical debt-- Mentored entire team in coding and automation skills leveling up their skills so everyone could contributeDesigned and created an in house Test Case Management system (PostgreSQL) saving company thousands in licensing feesImplemented CI/CD testing pipelines reducing commit/merge feedback time from days to minutesPrimary lead on top customer projects including Amazon, Baker HughesWork closely with agile engineering team to plan, track and complete sprints

Work closely with a nimble engineering team to plan, track and complete sprintsCreate/Architect/Review automation suites using Protractor, Selenium and Node.jsAutomate e2e testcases using Protractor, Selenium, Node.js and bashAutomate ReST API tests using Postman and NewmanUse Testrail to author and track testcase suits and test runsUse JIRA to file all issues and Git for version controlUse Jenkins to build, start, and API bless QA test instances

Solve technical as well as business related issues for customers.Create/Architect Acceptance Test automation framework using Selenium and Node.jsAutomating testcases using Selenium, Node.js and Bash ScriptsUse JIRA to file all issues and GitHub for version controlWork closely with engineering to test and document product issues.Troubleshoot problems to arrive at root cause and clearly document the problem description.Provide in­-depth system trainings for customers and peers.Consult with customers to understand unique business requirements.

Responsible for testing AdWorks submission process and the Ads createdAuthored, executed, and maintained testplans for Google AdsProvided quality feedback for all tasks and assignments

Technical Support for 1 year, promoted to QA test Engineer for 1 year, promoted to QA LeadManaged team of 5 SQA Engineers through dozens of releasesWorked with senior release team to ensure successful productCreate, executed, automated testplans. Automated the daily execution and reporting of test resultsDesigned and implemented QA department test methodologyResponsible for company's primary project: Web based front end, SQL back end application

Chico, Ca

Raised funding and opened pizza by-the-slice restaurantAveraged $400,000 annual gross salesHired and managed 100+ employees over 3 yearsYoung Entrepreneur of the Year 1996 U.S. Small Business Administration

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