Software Quality Assurance Engineer

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Professional Summary

A seasoned QA Engineer and Technical Specialist with over 10 years of comprehensive experience in software quality assurance, with a strong focus on ensuring product quality and stability. Proven expertise in developing and executing comprehensive test plans across multiple methodologies, including multi-platform and cross-browser compatibility testing, regression testing, exploratory testing, and end-to-end testing. Adept at black box testing and leveraging a strong understanding of AI and modern technologies to ensure robust product quality. Passionate about contributing a diligent and organized approach to testing at innovative companies, particularly those focused on AI-driven search and internet interaction.

Professional Experience

A timeline of key roles and responsibilities.

1

Tester I - Semiconductor Product Validation

Nov 2021 – Feb 2022

UST Global

  • Executed rigorous multi-platform test cycles on Intel's new hybrid architecture chips, which integrate CPU, GPU, and NPU with built-in AI capabilities.
  • Conducted extensive end-to-end testing, collaborating with Intel's development teams to log and resolve critical bugs efficiently.
  • Performed black box testing and validated user workflows from system integration to platform compatibility.
  • Configured and maintained test workstations for Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) certification, ensuring hardware, firmware, and software met standards for reliability and performance.
2

QA Automation Engineer

Jan 2014 – Sep 2016

Certent, Inc.

  • Pioneered and implemented an automated build and test pipeline, significantly accelerating release cycles through continuous integration.
  • Achieved 100% automation of manual test plans, converting them into comprehensive regression test suites for efficient cross-browser testing.
  • Leveraged a strong understanding of test automation frameworks to design and implement scalable test strategies.
3

QA Tester

Jun 2013 – Dec 2014

uTest

  • Participated in numerous test cycles, performing extensive exploratory testing on desktop, web, and mobile applications across various devices and platforms.
  • Logged detailed bug reports and completed test cases to client satisfaction, contributing to the overall quality of products.

Technical Skills

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Education

Foundation of knowledge and continued learning.

Software Quality Assurance Program

Portnov Computer School

Bachelor's Degree, Industrial Arts

San Francisco State University

Licenses & Certifications

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2025

Procore Certified: Field Worker

Procore Technologies - May 2025

Credential ID: zpy6t7m5fiqne

Procore Certified: Subcontractor

Procore Technologies - May 2025

Credential ID: tmk65sbbooq

Attention Mechanism

Google - Apr 2025

Credential ID: 14658121

Change Management for Google Workspace

Google - Apr 2025

Credential ID: 14598257

Encoder-Decoder Architecture

Google - Apr 2025

Credential ID: 14661875, 14662149

Gemini in Gmail

Google - Apr 2025

Credential ID: 14704051

Gemini in Google Docs

Google - Apr 2025

Credential ID: 14741449

Gemini in Google Slides

Google - Apr 2025

Credential ID: 14742267

Get Started with Google Workspace Tools Skill Badge

Google - Apr 2025

Credential ID: Not Listed

Google Workspace Data Governance

Google - Apr 2025

Credential ID: 14529203

Introduction to Image Generation

Google - Apr 2025

Credential ID: 14657873

Planning for a Google Workspace Deployment

Google - Apr 2025

Credential ID: 14537814

Responsible AI: Applying AI Principles with Google Cloud

Google - Apr 2025

Credential ID: 14662386

Transformer Models and BERT Model

Google - Apr 2025

Credential ID: 14662149

Google Drive

Google - Mar 2025

Credential ID: 14449071

Google Workspace Security

Google - Mar 2025

Credential ID: 14428261

Introduction to Gemini for Google Workspace

Google - Mar 2025

Credential ID: 14465199

Introduction to Generative AI

Google - Mar 2025

Credential ID: 14478945

2024

Generative AI: The Evolution of Thoughtful Online Search

LinkedIn - Dec 2024

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (2023)

LinkedIn - Dec 2024

Learning Microsoft 365 Copilot and Business Chat

LinkedIn - Dec 2024

Streamlining Your Work with Microsoft Copilot

LinkedIn - Dec 2024

2023

Agile User Experience Design and Research

LinkedIn - Oct 2023

Cert Prep: Unity Certified Associate Game Developer Design, Production, and Industry Awareness

LinkedIn - Oct 2023

End-to-End JavaScript Testing with Cypress.io

LinkedIn - Oct 2023

What Is Generative AI?

LinkedIn - Sep 2023

Ethics in the Age of Generative AI

LinkedIn - Aug 2023

2022

Python Automation and Testing

LinkedIn - Feb 2022

Python for Non-Programmers

LinkedIn - Feb 2022

Agile Software Development: Scrum for Developers

LinkedIn - Jan 2022

2021

DevSecOps: Building a Secure Continuous Delivery Pipeline

LinkedIn - Dec 2021

Excel Essential Training (Office 365/Microsoft 365)

LinkedIn - Dec 2021

Introduction to AWS for Non-Engineers: 1 Cloud Concepts

LinkedIn - Dec 2021

ISO 45001:2018 - Principles of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems

Alison - Aug 2021

Credential ID: 1412-203230927utm campaign

SDET Training: Selenium WebDriver, Java Project & Code Tests

Udemy - Jun 2021

Credential ID: UC-b9b207ad-02c9-457a-8a42-7786ad5387be

Automate the Boring Stuff with Python Programming

Udemy - Mar 2021

Credential ID: UC-b9b207ad-02c9-457a-8a42-7786ad5387be

Automating Real-World Tasks with Python

Coursera - Mar 2021

Credential ID: KQDKW2UKWAY3

Google IT Automation Professional Certificate

Coursera - Mar 2021

Credential ID: Not Listed

Crash Course on Python

Coursera - Feb 2021

Credential ID: P7T24XT4FG3V

Introduction to Git and GitHub

Coursera - Feb 2021

Credential ID: 9AT3GHSXCQXR

Troubleshooting and Debugging Techniques

Coursera - Feb 2021

Credential ID: LLIZLCSSRAHP

Using Python to Interact with the Operating System

Coursera - Feb 2021

Credential ID: UZXUQRNWUMSV

2016

Continuous Integration

Pluralsight - Feb 2016

Credential ID: 100% on the course assessment

2013

MCPS: Microsoft Certified Professional

Microsoft - Mar 2013

Credential ID: E221-2162

MS: Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3 Specialist

Microsoft - Mar 2013

Credential ID: E221-2157

Introduction to Digital Sound Design

Coursera - Feb 2013

Credential ID: Grade Achieved: 86.8% with Distinction