Brian K. Elam

**** **** *** - #** - ***** City NJ, 07087

acdn1e@r.postjobfree.com - 267-***-****

OBJECTIVE:

Seeking a QA opportunity where it is possible to further increase skills in both automated and manual quality assurance testing.

EDUCATION:

Collins College ? Degree: B.A. in Video Game Design /Graduated: 2007 / GPA: 3.6

SKILLS: Working in AGILE environment / Knowledgeable in JavaScript, C++, HTML, XHTML, and ActionScript 2.0 / Manual Front End and Back End testing / Strong analytical test case planning / Team player and self-motivator / Worked with JIRA, Selenium IDE, Bugzilla, Fiddler, Charles, Firebug, Chrome Development Tool, github, Jenkins, JING, Flash debugger, Microsoft Office, Mircosoft operating systems, and Mac operating systems.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

AOL / Pictela ? From: Oct 2011 - Feb 2014

Roles: QA Engineer (2011 ? 2013) / QA Lead (May 2013 ? Sept 2013)

As QA Engineer:

* Performed manual functional testing on web based ad creation software: P.M.C.

* Conducted front-end functionality testing of rich interactive ad unit creator and its sizes, content applications, and features in an AGILE development cycle

* Conducted functionality tests on PMC content applications include media players, video player, image gallery, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Polls, Quizzes, and RSS feeds

* Tested functionality of HTML5 mobile and tablet ad units

* Devices include IPhone 4, 4S, and 5 / IPad 1 and 2

* Conducted back-end testing behavior of analytics and pixel events for tracking of reporting data

* Used Charles, Fiddler, Firebug, Chrome Development Tool, and Flash Debugger

* Regression testing of both test and production environment on weekly schedule

* Utilized Google Chrome, Firefox, IE (7 ? 10), and Safari in testing of ad units

* Also used Crossbrowsertesting.com to test functionality on various other browsers

* Created test plans and test cases using step-by-step processes documented in Microsoft Excel / Google Docs

* Followed the AGILE software development process in the form of 3 week deploy/development sprints

* Used JIRA to log user stories, support issues, bugs, bug fixes, and regression testing

* Provided detailed step-by-step mechanics to reproduce bugs

* Used JING to record issues in real time for visual effect to development team

* Included time estimates of when testing started to finish

* Used github and Jenkins to deploy code to testing and production environments

* As QA Lead, lead a team of 4 onshore persons and 4+ offshore persons providing them with step-by-step test documentation

* Gathered team reports and issues to discuss with project management and development teams

* Held tutorial and guidance meetings of the new system through video teleconferences

* Duties from QA Engineer passed over to this role

* Conducted test on Windows 7, Mac OS X Mountain Lion, Mac OS X Mavericks

* HTML5 unit size tests added to migration

* As Campaign Deployment Manager, duties included making placement of click tracking links to client web product placement. (Ad trafficking services)

* Back-end testing in creating GPS database that is compatible with MapQuest app in Pictela system

* Provided reporting data to client liaisons

* Provided tech support by fixing JavaScript related errors

Lockheed Martin ? From: Jun 2011 - Sept 2011

Roles: Contract QA Engineer (project ended early)

* Performed manual front-end functional testing and back-end testing on web browser based navy protocols and procedures simulation programs

* Worked with a QA team consisting of 3 others

* Discussed, implemented, and regression tested quality assurance testing plans and project improvement with QA team and software development team

* Tested for voice narration, proofing reading program script, XHTML tests and correction, functionality testing of tutorial programs, and functionality testing of main programs

* Utilized Google Chrome, Firefox, IE 7 ? 9 for testing of simulation programs

* Logged issues using in-house confidential software

General Physics Corporation ? From: Oct 2009 - Aug 2010

Roles: QA Tester / Flash Developer

As QA Tester:

* Conducted quality assurance testing before deploy of product at the end of development cycle

* Worked either solo or on multi-person team to develop, test, and regression test flash based products (front and back end)

* Encountered and met tight deadlines on daily or weekly basis

* Supported in user based scenario troubleshooting tests

* Tested on products that were converted to mobile devices (Apple ?I? products mainly)

As Flash Developer:

* Using Adobe Flash (Creative Suite versions 3 -4), duties included creation of flash based media to suit the needs of the current client

* Created employee tutorial, customer care assessments, product troubleshooting modules which featured interactive buttons, voiceovers, and fluid animations

* Worked with Flash staff to develop an interactive ?Second-Life? tutorial program for practicing and utilizing Lean Six Sigma procedures

* Tested and challenged on skills with Actionscript 2.0

Blueprint Consulting ? From: Sept 2008 - May 2009

Roles: QA Tester (Test Technician)

As QA Tester:

* Conducted quality assurance testing for web based archiving programs for Supreme Court.

* Updated original design documents, test scripts, and regression test scripts

* Created new testing procedures to create better flow of testing process

* Worked solo on front-end functionality testing on IE 6 -7 and Firefox (some mobile devices)

* Bugs logged in Microsoft Excel

* Established close relationship with development team based in Washington DC

Pearson Education ? From: Oct 2007 - Apr 2008

Roles: QA Tester

As QA Tester:

* Conducted quality assurance testing for flash based interactive educational software: Guided Practice.

* Conducted solo functional testing on Internet Explorer and Firefox

* Testing criteria included UI testing and correct file type placement throughout the Guided Practice playable modules

* Checked back-end Actionscript for bugs

* Logged issues in QuickBase tracking system

* Worked solo on front-end functionality testing on IE 6 -7 and Firefox (some mobile devices)

* Participated in daily meetings with development team on points of logged and fixed bugs and updating current design and testing documentation

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