Software tester

Anthony Ossai

Manchester, UK

073**-****** **********@*****.*** https://github.com/ossaiant

Profile

Detail-oriented Software Tester / QA Engineer with 6+ years’ experience delivering high-quality software across web, mobile, API, and enterprise platforms. Strong background in manual and automated testing, test strategy, and Agile delivery. Proven ability to improve test efficiency and product quality by introducing modern automation frameworks, including Playwright, significantly reducing manual regression effort. Collaborative team player with excellent analytical skills and a strong commitment to continuous improvement.

Core Skills

Test Automation (Primary Focus): Playwright (TypeScript/JavaScript), Selenium WebDriver, Cucumber (Gherkin), TestNG, Maven

Testing: Functional, Regression, Exploratory, Accessibility, API, Mobile (iOS & Android)

CI/CD & DevOps: Jenkins, Google Cloud Platform, Git, TFS Test Management: Jira, Zephyr, QC/ALM, FitNesse

API Testing: Postman, XML/XSD/XSLT validation

Programming: JavaScript

Methodologies & Tools: Agile/Scrum, BDD, Defect Lifecycle Management Professional Experience

Software Tester – NQC Ltd (Hybrid, Manchester)

June 2022 – August 2025

• Delivered comprehensive manual and automated testing of business- critical web applications.

• Led the introduction and implementation of Playwright automation, transitioning key regression scenarios from manual execution to reliable automated coverage.

• Designed, developed, and maintained Playwright test suites using JavaScript, significantly reducing manual regression effort and improving release confidence.

• Integrated Playwright tests into CI pipelines, enabling faster feedback and improved build stability.

• Developed and executed automated regression tests using Cucumber

(Gherkin) within a Google Cloud-based framework.

• Performed API testing using Postman, including XML validation (XSD/XSLT).

• Created high-quality test cases from acceptance criteria and user stories; executed regression, accessibility, and defect re-testing.

• Actively participated in Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.

• Collaborated closely with developers, product owners, and DevOps teams to ensure quality was embedded throughout the SDLC. QA Tester – 4Com Technologies Ltd (Bournemouth)

March 2021 – July 2021

• Tested Android desktop phone applications, ensuring functionality, usability, and reliability.

• Identified, documented, and tracked defects with clear reproduction steps and evidence.

• Supported senior QA analysts with test planning, execution, and reporting.

• Conducted exploratory testing to uncover edge cases and usability issues.

• Participated in project meetings to understand evolving requirements and scope changes.

QA Analyst – Datasym UK Ltd (Fareham)

June 2019 – July 2020

• Tested desktop, web, mobile, EPOS, and API applications across multiple releases.

• Created, executed, and maintained automated regression test scripts.

• Used FitNesse for documenting specifications and supporting automated testing.

• Prepared release notes and user documentation to support deployments.

• Liaised with developers and third-party vendors to resolve defects efficiently.

• Worked as part of a Scrum team, contributing to all Agile ceremonies and continuous process improvement.

QA Engineer – Feefo Holdings Ltd (Petersfield)

October 2018 – March 2019

• Tested core application functionality and ensured high-quality releases.

• Designed and executed detailed test plans, scenarios, and scripts.

• Logged, tracked, and managed defects through to resolution.

• Supported defect triage as part of the Rapid Response Team.

• Collaborated with UI, Java developers, and offshore QA teams.

• Actively participated in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives. Education & Certifications

• BSc Computing – University of Portsmouth (2016)

• Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering – Aptech Computer Education, Nigeria

• ISTQB Foundation Level Certification (2016)

• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM®) – Scrum Alliance (2019) Interests

Technology trends, football, movies, video games, reading, travel, and family time. References

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