Lead the end-to-end automation of testing for the Canva application using a JavaScript-based BDD framework with Playwright, improving test reliability and reducing manual regression time by over 50%. Architected and maintained scalable automation frameworks covering UI, API, and back-end validation; executed automation, manual, and exploratory testing across multiple environments; ensured comprehensive validation and faster defect resolution. Championed integration of automation pipelines with CI/CD workflows enabling continuous testing and rapid feedback.

Quality Engineer | Automation QA at Gala

May 1, 2022 - November 1, 2024

Spearheaded end-to-end automation across multiple high-impact projects using JavaScript, Cypress, Playwright, Python, REST API, and SQL; reduced manual regression time by over 60%. Architected scalable frameworks for UI, API, and back-end validation, improving reliability and coverage across game and web platforms. Implemented AI-assisted test generation and self-healing scripts, boosting defect detection efficiency and reducing maintenance. Championed CI/CD pipelines (GitLab) enabling faster feedback and more confident releases. Mentored and upskilled cross-functional QA teams, increasing automation adoption by 40%.

QA Engineer | Contract at Cradlepoint

January 1, 2018 - May 1, 2018

Designed and maintained a modular automated testing framework using C#, Selenium WebDriver, and Azure DevOps, enabling seamless integration of automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines. Automated API, UI, and regression tests, accelerating release validation cycles and improving overall test reliability and scalability. Implemented data-driven reusable test components, enhancing test coverage across web and mobile applications.

QA Automation Engineer at TradeNetwork

March 1, 2016 - October 1, 2017

Expanded end-to-end automation coverage for multiple enterprise applications; implemented data-driven tests using SQL and distributed test environments; integrated automated tests with CI/CD pipelines, improving defect detection and release readiness.

Lead QA Automation Engineer at UST Xpanxion

October 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016

Designed and implemented a scalable test automation framework from scratch using Java, Selenium, and TestNG; integrated with CI/CD; mentored junior QA engineers; improved release readiness and test efficiency.

Lead Quality Assurance Analyst at Eagle Creek and Evident Business

February 1, 2009 - March 1, 2012

Designed and executed comprehensive test plans; led cross-functional QA initiatives; performed data validation across SAP Business Objects, UNIX, and enterprise data systems to ensure data integrity and client satisfaction.