I am Ola Nola, a results-driven QA Manager with over a decade of experience leading quality assurance and software testing initiatives across diverse industries. I specialise in building scalable QA strategies, optimising automation frameworks, and mentoring cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software. I thrive on aligning QA operations with business goals and fostering collaboration between development and product teams to drive continuous improvement. My toolkit spans manual and automated testing, with strong proficiency in Java, Selenium, Appium, and CI/CD tooling. I relentlessly pursue efficiency, reduce defects, and accelerate release cycles, while cultivating a culture of quality across the SDLC.

Ola Nola

I am Ola Nola, a results-driven QA Manager with over a decade of experience leading quality assurance and software testing initiatives across diverse industries. I specialise in building scalable QA strategies, optimising automation frameworks, and mentoring cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software. I thrive on aligning QA operations with business goals and fostering collaboration between development and product teams to drive continuous improvement. My toolkit spans manual and automated testing, with strong proficiency in Java, Selenium, Appium, and CI/CD tooling. I relentlessly pursue efficiency, reduce defects, and accelerate release cycles, while cultivating a culture of quality across the SDLC.

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I am Ola Nola, a results-driven QA Manager with over a decade of experience leading quality assurance and software testing initiatives across diverse industries. I specialise in building scalable QA strategies, optimising automation frameworks, and mentoring cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software. I thrive on aligning QA operations with business goals and fostering collaboration between development and product teams to drive continuous improvement.

My toolkit spans manual and automated testing, with strong proficiency in Java, Selenium, Appium, and CI/CD tooling. I relentlessly pursue efficiency, reduce defects, and accelerate release cycles, while cultivating a culture of quality across the SDLC.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

QA Manager at Datascope Systems
November 1, 2021 - Present
Lead QA strategy and delivery across multiple product lines, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client expectations. Manage a multidisciplinary team of QA engineers, fostering continuous improvement, collaboration, and technical excellence.
Senior QA Engineer at Moneta Communication
July 1, 2020 - November 1, 2021
Led end-to-end testing for mobile and web platforms, delivering robust and high-performing applications. Spearheaded automation initiatives using Selenium WebDriver with Java and SpecFlow, improving reliability and reducing manual testing overhead.
QA Lead (UAT/App Discovery) at Johnson Matthey (Dell Contract)
January 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020
Oversaw UAT testing for over 1,000 applications within enterprise environments. Defined UAT processes, coordinated stakeholder engagement, and ensured deliverables met compliance and client requirements.
Senior QA Engineer at The Sports Office
June 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Executed manual and automated testing for cross-platform mobile applications. Designed and implemented regression and functional test strategies, integrating Appium and Selenium for enhanced test coverage.
Product Tester at Sabs Travel Technologies
June 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Conducted functional and integration testing for travel-based mobile applications, collaborating closely with developers to identify and resolve system defects.
QA Engineer at Captec Systems (CRM)
January 1, 2018 - March 1, 2019
Developed and maintained test scripts for manual and automated testing in both Java and C#. Supported Agile ceremonies and quality improvement initiatives to enhance product stability and user satisfaction.

Education

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Qualifications

ISTQB Certified Software Tester
January 1, 2008 - December 11, 2025
ISTQB Certified Software Tester
January 1, 2008 - December 11, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services