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Emily S.
QA Engineer

Java
Javascript
Postgresql
Mysql
Amazon Aws
Bio

Professional with over five years of experience in functional and automatic testing across more than eight different projects. Identified over 300 bugs and improvements, significantly preventing potential losses. Holds a degree in Systems Analysis and Development and is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering at Estácio University in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Proficient in Java and JavaScript programming languages, and skilled in using automated testing frameworks such as JUnit, Selenium, Cypress.io, Rest Assured, Cucumber, and K6. Competent with databases like MySQL and PostgreSQL.

  • QA Test Analyst - Web, API, and Performance
    10/1/2022 - Present

    Executed the implementation and support of E-commerce integrations with proficiency in planning manual and automated tests, and writing comprehensive test cases and scenarios. Developed and maintained robust testing strategies utilizing Visual Studio Code as the primary coding tool. Leveraged JavaScript and Cypress for automated web and API testing, supplemented with manual API testing using Postman and Swagger. Conducted performance testing with K6 and used MySQL for intricate data querying.

    Ensured collaborative code maintenance and version control using Git and GitLab. Employed TDD and BDD paradigms to enhance testing accuracy and reliability. Utilized AWS for conducting cloud computing tests and adhered to Agile methodologies with Scrum to streamline processes and improve team collaboration. Performed a variety of test types including exploratory, functional, regression, non-functional, system, user interface (UI), end-to-end (E2E), and acceptance testing.

    Diligently retested after fixes, reported found bugs, and managed and generated test data effectively, contributing to the overall quality and reliability of the E-commerce platform integration.

  • Manual and Automated QA Test Analyst
    11/1/2021 - 10/1/2022

    Developed expertise in creating and executing comprehensive testing plans, including writing test cases and scenarios, and gathering data for accurate testing outcomes. Utilized Eclipse IDE for coding, leveraging Java, JUnit, and Rest Assured for automated API testing, and Java, Cucumber, and Selenium for automated web testing. Proficient in manual API testing with tools such as Postman and Swagger, and performance testing using JMeter. Demonstrated strong skills in data querying with PostgreSQL, and maintained version control through Git and GitLab. Employed TDD and BDD methodologies as primary testing strategies, enhancing overall test efficiency and reliability. Conducted various forms of tests including exploratory, functional, regression, non-functional, system, UI, end-to-end (E2E), performance, acceptance, and retesting processes. Additionally, performed cloud computing tests using AWS to ensure robust and scalable applications. Maintained and continuously updated comprehensive testing documentation to support ongoing project and team requirements.

  • Test/QA Analyst
    7/1/2021 - 12/1/2021

    Developed comprehensive test planning, including the creation of detailed test cases and scenarios, and the gathering of extensive test data sets. Expertise in preparing error and improvement reports for analysts, and ensured quality by implementing traditional methodologies such as Waterfall. Proficiency in utilizing project management tools like Trello and Jira Atlassian for effective workflow management. Demonstrated strong capabilities in consulting and validating information from PL/SQL databases and engaging with end-users, including doctors and nurses, to validate system features. Conducted thorough multiplatform testing, covering web, mobile, desktop, and API environments. Performed exploratory and functional tests, as well as regression, system, user interface (UI), and acceptance tests. Efficiently executed retesting processes post-issue resolution to verify fixes and enhancements.

  • Software Testing and Quality Analyst
    1/1/2018 - 7/1/2021

    Gathered necessary resources for automated testing and developed comprehensive automated test planning. Created, maintained, and evolved testing strategy, defining priority features for automation and setting metrics and coverages according to the test pyramid. Prepared detailed error reports and suggested improvements to developers. Utilized testing methodologies such as TDD and BDD to develop automated UI web tests using Java, Selenium, and Katalon, as well as automated E2E API tests with Java, REST Assured, Cucumber, and Gherkin. Ensured efficient code versioning with Git on GitHub and adhered to agile methodologies using Scrum.

  • Software Engineering at Estácio
    2023 - 2027

  • Technology in Systems Analysis and Development at Estácio
    2019 - 2021

  • SFC™ - Scrum Fundamentals Certified at ScrumStudy
    1/1/2021

  • SFPC® - Scrum Foundation Professional Certificate at CertiProf
    1/1/2020

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