Quality Assurance Sr Manager
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KEVIN WOOD
• Littleton, CO
• ***********@*******.***
• linkedin.com/in/kevinwood22
SENIOR QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER
Driven QA Professional with extensive experience in ensuring software quality and reliability by bridging gaps between business needs and technical outcomes, whether for third-party integrations or in-house systems.
Proficient in end-to-end testing methodologies—manual and API testing, functional, regression, and performance testing—leveraging tools for robust defect tracking and quality reporting. Known for introducing efficiencies, including reducing testing time through process enhancements, and driving QA strategies that support seamless functionality across cloud and on-prem environments. Experienced in fostering cross-functional collaboration and dedicated to continuous improvement, ensuring reliability, functionality, and quality that align with organizational goals. Possesses a strong curiosity for learning new technologies with proficiency in Jira and Git.
• Test Planning & Execution
• QA Methodologies & Tools
• Test Strategy Development
• Project Management
• Remote Team Management & Leadership
• Metrics & Analytics
• Integration & End-to-End Testing
• Goal Setting & Execution
• Exploratory Testing
• Accountability & Quality Control
• Risk Management
• UI & Backend & Cross-Platform Testing
• Feedback & Process Improvement
• Cloud Native Technology
• Mobile, Manual & API Testing
• Experience with Smart Bear Automation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CoBank Greenwood Village, CO 4/2011-12/2024
Senior Quality Engineer, 2012-2024
After a successful contract period (2011-2012), transitioned to a full-time role at CoBank to develop, document, and execute test strategies for both in-house and third-party software solutions. Conduct manual testing for web and desktop applications in Agile and Waterfall environments, using methodologies like black-box, regression, and performance testing. Collaborate on defect resolutions, manage bug tracking in Azure DevOps, and oversee end-to-end validation to maintain software quality. Lead daily testing activities, coordinating across QA teams to ensure efficient validation for multiple projects. Work closely with business units to gather requirements, clarify acceptance criteria, and validate outputs to align software with business needs. Key Accomplishments:
• Led a comprehensive testing strategy for an upgrade of a 30-year-old software system for the leasing division, modernizing daily operations, automating manual processes, and reducing resource requirements.
• Improved software quality by identifying critical issues through manual testing, reducing potential customer impact by 70-80%, and enhancing system reliability.
• Coordinated cross-team QA efforts to implement integrated, multi-pronged system validations, enhancing overall testing efficiency and accuracy. Kevin Wood, Page 2
• Streamlined QA processes by migrating testing from manual spreadsheets to Azure DevOps, reducing tester time by 30% and enhancing reporting accuracy.
• Identified and resolved integration gaps between legacy and new systems during a major upgrade, ensuring seamless software communication and performance.
• Collaborated with business units and led a multi-year project to integrate LeaseWave, aligning testing with requirements and coordinating user acceptance testing to confirm system functionality while modernizing and streamlining bank processes.
• Led the bank's Pride Associate Resource Group, organizing annual events and fostering an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ staff.
• Developed test plans and led software validation for a bank merger, ensuring smooth data integration into CoBank systems and seamless functionality from day one. Additional Experience
Manager of Quality Assurance Brandwise, Inc. Lakewood, CO 2002-2011 CERTIFICATIONS
Certifications
SAFe Agile O'Reilly Anticipated Completion 2025 Certified Agile Testing (ICP-TST) International Software Testing Qualifications Certified Tester (ISTQB) International Software Testing Qualifications
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