SQA Engineer, QA Engineer, QA Tester, Software Quality Assurance

Paul Adamson

Santa Clara, CA, ***** 408-***-**** ****.*********@*****.*** LinkedIn

Quality Assurance Engineer Automation & Manual

Testing

Detail-oriented QA Engineer with experience in manual testing, test automation principles, and cross-functional collaboration. Skilled in writing and executing test cases, API testing, and Agile methodologies. Passionate about learning automation, Python programming, and software quality assurance. Currently learning Python through Boot.dev to expand automation expertise.

Technical Skills

• Programming & Automation: Python (Learning via Boot.dev)

• Testing & QA Tools: Jira, TestRail, Postman (API Testing)

• Development & Version Control: Git (Familiar)

• Testing Methodologies: Manual Testing, Test Planning, Regression Testing, Agile/Scrum

Professional Experience

PowerSchool (formerly Intrado) Remote

QA Engineer (10/2023 – 08/2024)

• Developed and executed test cases and test plans for the SchoolMessenger app post-acquisition.

• Performed daily functional testing, smoke testing, and regression testing before bi-weekly releases.

• Worked closely with developers and product managers to ensure seamless integration of new features.

• Actively contributed to Agile Scrum processes, including sprint planning and backlog refinement.

Intrado Remote

SQA Engineer (05/2022 – 10/2023)

• Expanded test plans to facilitate conversion to automated tests by partner teams.

• Led QA efforts for a teacher portal redesign and chat feature implementation.

• Used Postman for API testing, validating API responses and ensuring performance.

• Managed test cases in TestRail for comprehensive test coverage. Spa Space Remote

QA Lead (02/2022 – 04/2022)

• Developed and executed test plans for web and mobile applications.

• Mentored junior QA members in test case writing, ticket management, and UAT testing.

• Led daily stand-ups and sprint planning to align QA efforts with development teams.

Software Test Engineer (10/2021 – 02/2022)

• Created and executed regression and feature test cases for web and mobile platforms.

• Took ownership of triage during UAT testing, ensuring smooth production releases.

• Assisted in automated test planning by structuring manual test cases for automation transition.

The North Face Santa Clara, CA

Sales Floor Supervisor (06/2019 – 10/2021)

• Led customer experience initiatives and inventory management.

• Trained new hires in customer service and sales strategies. Plays.TV (formerly Raptr) Redwood City, CA

QA Analyst (01/2017 – 12/2018)

• Developed test plans for desktop, web, and mobile applications.

• Led QA testing for new gaming features, collaborating with engineers and users.

• Created and tracked bug reports in Jira through the development lifecycle. Certifications

• HubSpot Sales Software & Service Hub Software Certification Projects & Additional Experience

• Python & Automation Training: Currently learning Python through Boot.dev to enhance test automation skills.

• API Testing: Used Postman to validate API responses and ensure performance.

• Automation Exposure: Assisted in transitioning manual test cases to automation.

• Agile Collaboration: Actively participated in Scrum meetings, backlog refinement, and sprint planning.

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