Highly motivated QA professional with proven ability to design and execute test strategies for high-quality software releases and operational processes. Eager to leverage agile methodologies to deliver exceptional results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Specialist
Barmenteros Fx
12.2019 - Current
Front-End: Focus on validating user interface elements, functionality, and responsiveness of applications.
Back-End: Verify API functionality, reliability, security, and system integration.
Planned and devised cohesive test plans for projects using advanced testing techniques for complex trading software, ensuring functionality, usability, integration, and performance across various market conditions.
Analyzed customer inquiries related to software bugs, utilizing BDD principles and Gherkin syntax to identify recurring issues and inform test case updates, ensuring alignment with business objectives and user requirements.
Developed and implemented automation scripts using Cypress, automating 56% of test cases and reducing manual workload by 40%, improving test execution efficiency.
Collaborated closely with developers throughout the development lifecycle using Agile methodologies (Scrum), identifying and resolving defects early in the process to minimize rework.
Reduced post-release software defects by 25% through proactive regression testing and clear bug reporting.
Project Achievements
Led a team in successfully implementing a comprehensive manual/Cypress automation testing process for a new trading software release, resulting in a 20% reduction in post-release defects.
Implemented an API testing framework using Postman collection runner and monitoring to ensure performance, integration, and functionality of trading indicators, resulting in improved reliability and faster time-to-market.
Collaborated with development teams to identify and resolve performance issues in a mobile application, leveraging BDD principles to align testing efforts with user stories and acceptance criteria. This collaboration led to a 30% increase in user satisfaction ratings.
Scrum Master/ Project Coordinator
Bitware
03.2017 - 11.2019
Led and delivered agile projects at Bitware, a software company specializing in web apps, mobile apps, and website development
Coordinated agile ceremonies, such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring efficient project execution
Supported the Product Owner in backlog management, release planning, and stakeholder communication, aligning software development with client requirements
Tracked and reported team metrics, such as velocity and sprint progress, to monitor project performance and support data-driven decision-making
Utilized project management tools to manage administrative tasks, such as meeting coordination, report preparation, KPI tracking, calendar maintenance, and facilitating project-related communications
Delivered weekly project status updates to a 15-member executive team.
Education
Professional Scrum Master (PSM 1) -
Agile Project Management
2022
Business Administration (B.sc) -
HAN University of Applied Sciences
Arnhem, GE
04.2020
Skills
Research & Data Analysis
Gherkin Format / Bug Tracking
Jira/Zephyr Scale/Postman
Javascript/SQL/Cypress
Test Planning/Protocol Development/Documentation
Microsoft Office Suite
Agile Project Management
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Dutch
Beginner
A1
Hobbies and Interests
Playing table tennis
Traveling
Timeline
Quality Assurance Specialist
Barmenteros Fx
12.2019 - Current
Scrum Master/ Project Coordinator
Bitware
03.2017 - 11.2019
Professional Scrum Master (PSM 1) -
Agile Project Management
Business Administration (B.sc) -
HAN University of Applied Sciences
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