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Chicago, Illinois, United States

• 3+ years working as a QA Engineer in a high-velocity agile scrum environment
• Developed comprehensive test cases for new features using the TestRail platform
• Worked with a Python Selenium automation framework integrated with BuildKite
• Developed and maintained automated end-to-end regression tests
• Developed and maintained numerous API tests using Postman
• Utilized JIRA for defect tracking and management

Burr Ridge, Illinois, United States

• QA Engineer on a software team developing the Grundfos WellConnect web application, achieving a release to production in under 4 months.
• Analyzed requirements and acceptance criteria within JIRA tickets to drive test case development.
• Updated automated testing UI framework in order to be more efficient and follow page object model testing patterns
• Worked as an active member of an agile scrum team, involved in all daily ceremonies as well as epic and story planning
• Advised department head and test lead on testing best-practices, as well as potential process improvements

Bensenville, Illinois

• Developed an Angular web app on.NET, improving app architecture and performance.
• Developed HTML, CSS and Typescript files for visually appealing and functional interfaces.
• Developed custom Rest API’s written in Visual Basic.NET.
• Created and optimized queries and views using SQL Server.
• Managed and monitored builds and deployments through Team Foundation Server and Octopus Deploy, ensuring smooth and reliable releases.
• Conducted and facilitated kickoff meetings with QA and Business Analysts to gather comprehensive requirements, ensuring alignment and clarity on work items.

Greater Chicago Area

• Executed and maintained comprehensive manual test suites using the qTest platform, ensuring consistent and thorough test coverage.
• Conducted API testing with Postman and ReadyAPI, verifying the functionality, performance, and reliability of back‑end services.
• Executed SQL queries for data verification between development and production environments, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Adhered to Agile software development principles within a Scrum team