I am a software engineer and QA professional with 20+ years of experience across Oracle, Microsoft, and UNIX environments. I specialize in building scalable applications, database engineering, automated and manual testing, UAT facilitation, and enterprise system integration. I actively leverage AI tools such as ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot to accelerate test case generation, optimize SQL, analyze defects, and streamline documentation. I excel at bridging legacy and modern tech, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality solutions. My background includes leading testing efforts, coordinating migrations (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow, Confluence), and supporting on-call production environments. I hold an active security clearance and am committed to continuous learning and AI-assisted engineering to improve quality and speed.

William (Chris) Nixon

I am a software engineer and QA professional with 20+ years of experience across Oracle, Microsoft, and UNIX environments. I specialize in building scalable applications, database engineering, automated and manual testing, UAT facilitation, and enterprise system integration. I actively leverage AI tools such as ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot to accelerate test case generation, optimize SQL, analyze defects, and streamline documentation. I excel at bridging legacy and modern tech, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality solutions. My background includes leading testing efforts, coordinating migrations (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow, Confluence), and supporting on-call production environments. I hold an active security clearance and am committed to continuous learning and AI-assisted engineering to improve quality and speed.

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I am a software engineer and QA professional with 20+ years of experience across Oracle, Microsoft, and UNIX environments. I specialize in building scalable applications, database engineering, automated and manual testing, UAT facilitation, and enterprise system integration. I actively leverage AI tools such as ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot to accelerate test case generation, optimize SQL, analyze defects, and streamline documentation.

I excel at bridging legacy and modern tech, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality solutions. My background includes leading testing efforts, coordinating migrations (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow, Confluence), and supporting on-call production environments. I hold an active security clearance and am committed to continuous learning and AI-assisted engineering to improve quality and speed.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Javanese
Advanced
Amharic
Intermediate

Work Experience

QA Software Engineer at Linenmaster, LLC
November 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Designed, executed, and maintained manual and automated test cases for web and mobile applications; developed Python scripts for automation and data validation; used AI tools to generate test scenarios, optimize SQL, and analyze defects; produced AI-assisted regression suites; supported UAT and CRM/ERP testing; created backend data validation queries.
Application Developer II at Washington University
April 1, 2022 - June 1, 2024
Supported enterprise applications using AutoSys, SQL, PL/SQL, and cloud-based tools; debugged integrations; provided 24/7 on-call support; produced Confluence documentation and executed UAT for cloud technologies; performed lifecycle activities and assisted with ETL/ERP/data warehousing; led migrations and cross-browser testing; mentored junior staff.
Programmer Analyst II at BI-State Development
December 1, 2013 - March 1, 2022
Supported agency systems including smart card ticketing, IVR, and real-time transit systems; conducted data analysis with SQL/PLSQL; wrote/tested scripts for upgrades; performed UAT and on-call troubleshooting; collaborated on ETL and data warehousing efforts; documented requirements and training materials.
Software Test Engineer at Enterprise Holdings International
February 1, 2012 - December 1, 2013
Designed and executed software test plans; manual and automated testing; created automated scripts and drivers; tracked defects and performed retesting; evaluated test requirements; conducted code reviews and QA process improvements.

Education

BS, Systems Programming at Washington University, School of Technology & Engineering
January 11, 2030 - December 7, 2025
Java Technology Program at Sun Web Learning Center
January 11, 2030 - December 7, 2025
The Winning Edge Training System & Program at Productive Futures Inc
January 11, 2030 - December 7, 2025

Qualifications

Active Security Clearance
January 11, 2030 - December 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Government, Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, Other