Testing of integration and communication between the different parts of the .tel system (Desktop & Mobile, Front and back end, Purchase paths and Ecommerce systems). Producing and executing functional and system test scripts, Executing exploratory testing methods, Creating required test data, Producing change requests when needed and generating defect reports in a clear, concise and unambiguous format. Identification and escalation of issues/problems where appropriate. Undertakes peer reviews of testing documentation and gains understanding of testing strategy in order to contribute to the definition of underlying testing activities. Understanding and complying with appropriate testing standards and processes. Contribution to project estimation. Taking ownership of defects found after release once the product is live. Produce daily updates when necessary and produce Weekly status reports. Contribute to Weekly team meetings.

Testing of navigation software on consumer electronic mobile devices and web-based applications. Testing of integration and communication between desktop, web and mobile device; ensuring the desktop platform meets the requirements of the target operating systems, ensuring the user has access to the company’s online products from the desktop application and that the mobile device is the link between the two. Performance testing of web-based applications (stress/load). Testing of Windows mobile 2003, windows mobile 5 and 6, Windows CE, Symbian, Symbian UIQ (Was managing the testing of the Ericsson Symbian UIQ device from initial build to being Symbian signed and released to the market). Testing of Satellite Navigation Java application on the Blackberry 8100 and 8800 capable of over the air downloads of the application. Creating and maintaining standard test plans for repeatable execution on various ALK product lines. Clear and concise defect reporting and tracking practices. Working closely with internal teams (Development, Product Management, Marketing, Tech Support and Business Development) to ensure highest level of quality for software releases. Maintain and manage testing of products from initial testing to product release. Perform rigorous testing of software applications and hardware devices on the road in various locations around Europe. Provide assistance to the Technical support team enabling them to answer queries quickly and effectively. Responsible for creating and modifying test scripts and Installation guides to keep up to date with the products changing requirements.

Build localised software for testing process, Test localised versions of the software in different operating systems namely Win2000, WinXP, Win2003 Server. Test multiple operating systems simultaneously using VMware to compare and carry out analysis of how software operates on different platforms. Log and track software defects using defect-tracking system (Bugzilla). Build Apple Mac drivers and user interface’s using an SDK; Use the Apple Mac to engineer the SDK until it is ready to upload to the printers. Use virtual/ simulated hardware printers (Elliot) to simulate all the functions of every possible printer set up to test performance and customizable capabilities. Work with project manager and development team to resolve problems/issues reported during testing. Responsible for writing, updating and maintaining software test requirements and specifications (i.e. test scripts) as needed. Provide technical support when required.

Installing test environments using Norton Ghost, configure O/S to enable access to the corporate network, test localisation software, use Toolproof to identify bugs, raise bugs using Bugzilla, liaise with development teams- engineers and assisting with debugging, ensure no errors exist in software, test driver and printer firmware functionality, produce full test report, write test script and test plans, provide testing status to technical project manager and retest drivers, regression and acceptance testing. Operating Systems: Windows, 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP, Server, Novell, Mac. Using HTML QA to automatically test Xerox web applications.