Joshua Rodgers

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Vancouver, WA (ZIP)

425-***-****

Professional Experience

Intel-Hillsboro OR

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QA Lead Engineer

Tested internal Excel Add-ins, dot NET applications and web-based tools

Collaborated with development on current and future bugs

Designed new features, UI and application functions alongside development

Managed all testing in VS2015 and Test Manager, authoring & executing all test cases. Lead QA engineer

for all backlogs and bugs/tasks on multiple apps and tools for device forecasts.

Microsoft- Redmond, WA

02/2015-05/2015

Tier 1 Xbox Live Enforcer

Responsible for investigating all Game DVR submissions, along with text message tools, voice

messages, gamertag submissions, and Twitch streaming through the Xbox One console.

Investigate users for modding multiplayer games using the Xbox Live service.

Investigate harassment cases and submitting my findings punishments.

Verathon Medical R&D

12/2013-12/2014

SR QA Software/Hardware Test Engineer/Design & Documenting Functional specs

Translating developer requirements to Test Cases to be executed when the product is fully

developed and ready for testing phase.

Assisted in developing the flow for UI error messages and the how the user will be able to trouble

shoot in varying situations

Microsoft Redmond, WA

SR QA Analyst for Network and Xbox Live testing for Xbox One

04/2013-12/2013

Test Xbox One connectivity with different types of internet connections, router, modem set-ups

Stress testing and general performance testing for all Launch Titles for Xbox One

Camoflaj Studios

04/2013

MOCAP for game, Republique, for characters Quinn and Cooper, along with combat animations

and locomotion for soldiers.

Microsoft- Bellevue, WA

Technical Writer/ SR QA Analyst

02/2013-12/2013

Worked in optimization of the Windows Store product to improve customer satisfaction and

usability for Windows Apps and websites.

WB Games - Bothell, WA

01/2012-01/2013

SR QA Analyst/Data mining

Discovered, researched, and report bugs that range from audio issues to hard-locks

Communication with project leads and coordinators

Familiarize with programs such as Target Manager, Xbox Neighborhood, and RVT Writer

Acquired basic Cert training in Network, Systems, and Memory

Gained further knowledge of Microsoft Office, One Touch Video Capture, and Movie Maker

Zipper Interactive Redmond, WA

09/2011-01/2012

QA Analyst/ Military consultant/ MOCAP actor/ Business System Analyst

Black box functional and compliance testing for retail tactical third person shooter for PlayStation

Portable 2 (Vita) along with build and disc verifications

Responsible for test cases for PSP2 including game mechanics, asset testing, lag switching,

animations, UI, resolution, audio, networking, data mining, frame rate captures, memory budget

reports and audits, HUD, map balance and passes for global ratings submissions such as PEGI

Internal and External co-op playtests followed by feedback meetings for pre-alpha to online beta

demo with DLC supported features and patches

Test pre-Alpha trade show demos for E3, PAX, ComicCon, GamesCon.

Fulfill video capture requests for marketing purposes.

MOCAP actor for Unit 13 and Military Advisor for SOCOM 4

Used PlayStation 3 devkits and testkits with internal and external testing tools including Target

Manager, Havok Visual Debugger, and server hosting tools. Also utilized crash translator and

reporter programs and updated PlayStation 3 firmware as needed.

WB Games Bothell, WA

03/2011-09/2011

SR QA Analyst/ Data Mining

Zipper Interactive Redmond, WA

03/2010-04/2011

QA Analyst/ Military Consultant/ MOCAP Actor

Nintendo of America (consultant) Redmond, WA

02/2008-06/2010

Product Tester

Assisted the Lot-Check team with contest submission and Wi-Fi testing for consoles and hand

held devices

Edited text for grammar and content within games and strategy guides.

Organized projects, defined project priorities and delegate tasks

US Navy FFG 54 (USS Ford) Everett, WA

10/2004-07/2007

BMSN & VBSS (Naval SWAT) Special Forces

Stood all deck watches at sea and all security watches in port

Lead member of the VBSS (Vessel Board Search and Seizure) and Navy SWAT team

During general quarters, was AFFFF operator and in charge of ships paint locker and issuing.

Performed duties as one of combat coxswains aboard the ship

Experienced in counter-drug operations and pirate hunting aboard the USS Ford FFG54

Firefighting experience, both structure and shipboard.

Education

(College?)

Mt. View High School Vancouver, WA

09/1999-06/2002

Technical skills

BVT Tools: Max and MAYA 2012 tool testing

Test tools: Jira, Raid, Bugzilla, Product Studio, Bug Tracker, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft

Test Manager

Testing methodology: Regression, functional, smoke, ad-hoc, black, white, grey box test cases,

manual, automation, Cert, BVT tools

OS and Platforms: Windows, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PlayStation 2, 3, Vita, iOS, Android,

Blackberry, Nintendo DS, Wii.

I have been testing for nearly 9 years in the game industry along with a year in Ultrasound scanning, and

am extremely passionate about the products I help release to the market. Navy Special Operations

(VBSS) background gives me great insight in to real-world operations, and has helped in my MOCAP

performances and also this experience has instilled phenomenal attention to detail. I have worked on AAA

titles including but not limited to: Batman Arkham City and DLC, SOCOM 4, UNIT 13, FEAR 3, Mortal

Kombat 9, Zelda: Spirit tracks, Zelda: Twilight princess, Smash Brothers: Melee) Medical equipment

quality assurance with Bladder Scan and Aorta Scan devices. While at WB, Zipper, and Verathon

Medical, I was involved in writing test cases based from client requirements, as well as executing manual

testing based off test cases. I have worked across various platforms, and has worked on many different

genres of game in the AAA games. I have a passion to excel, and am looking forward to continuing my

career in the games industry.

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