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I am a Senior Test Lead / Software Test Analyst with 15+ years of experience delivering high-quality QA across complex web-based and enterprise systems. I am security-cleared and thrive in regulated environments, leading cross-functional teams to plan, design, and execute testing strategies in CI/CD pipelines. I am committed to building robust testing frameworks, driving quality improvements, and coordinating across multi-country teams to ensure reliable software releases.
Beyond testing, I enjoy collaborating with product, development and operations to optimize processes, implement risk-based testing, and improve overall software quality. I have a track record of delivering in finance, insurance, automotive, defense, education, and public sector programs, and I continually pursue opportunities to apply automated and API testing to reduce release risk.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
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Expert
Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
French
Intermediate
Italian
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Dutch
Intermediate
Work Experience
Senior Test Engineer at BAE Systems Ltd (Maritime and Land)
September 1, 2025 - PresentDevelop knowledge of the SAMPSON naval Multi-Function Radar and its sub-systems; build test suites for a critical radar component (PCT); create traceability matrices (Doors Next) linking requirements, tests, and data; validate data gathered from multiple systems using Matlab.
Senior Test Engineer at AVANTIS Education Ltd
June 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025Set up an end-to-end test process for VR/AR educational products (ClassVR, Eduverse, LearnPad) used by over two million students in 90 countries; evaluated and procured a Jira-integrated Zephyr tool to manage testing and QA workflows; led hardware, headset software, and web-based testing.
Senior Test Analyst/Test Lead (Contract) at AYVENS (formerly ALD Automotive)
January 1, 2017 - February 1, 2025Led testing for enterprise-wide car-leasing applications across multiple European countries; delivered end-to-end test cycles; managed cross-functional teams in the UK and India; collaborated with developers, BI teams, and stakeholders; implemented risk-based testing and CI/CD practices using Azure DevOps, SQL databases, and Swagger; coordinated UAT across countries.
Lead QA Implementation Analyst (Contract) at AYVENS (ALD Automotive)
January 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018Drove end-to-end QA initiatives for BI reporting and Car Finance applications; defined and implemented test strategies for complex integrations with external services (Experian, DVLA, anti-fraud); conducted API testing with SoapUI and Postman; facilitated agile ceremonies and defect management.
Business Analyst/Test Lead (Contract) at HILL DICKINSON
September 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016Oversaw testing for Motor and Casualty Claims BI dashboards using SSIS/SSRS; managed full testing lifecycle, including UAT and coordination across multiple teams; used Jira/Confluence for traceability.
Senior Test Analyst (Contract) at ANATWINE
May 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016Participated in testing for a retail engine integrating brand stock systems with online platforms; collaborated with business analysts and developers; agile Scrum with BDD; tracked defects with Jira/Confluence/Zephyr.
Senior Test Analyst/Test Lead (Contract) at BRITISH PETROLEUM (BP)
January 1, 2014 - April 1, 2016Agile/Scrum environment testing SharePoint 2013-based greenfield apps integrated with SAP and Dynamics CRM; managed QA across multiple countries; enforced user roles and access controls; facilitated daily standups and risk reviews.
Test Analyst/Test Coordinator (Contract) at QUALITY ASSURANCE AGENCY
January 1, 2014 - May 1, 2014Plugged QA into ADT's development lifecycle; designed test strategy and executed System and UAT for redeveloped public website on SharePoint 2012; established QA processes and documentation for traceability.
Project Test Lead (Contract) at TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
July 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014Led system and integration testing for Self Service Refund, Single Sign-On, Email Statement, Service Delay Refund, and Contactless Payment projects; analyzed results and supported data generation for testing; coordinated cross-functional data needs.
Senior Test Engineer (Contract) at Avelo (Now IRESS)
March 1, 2012 - July 1, 2012Tested banking/financial software; translated requirements into test scripts with business analysts; used Jira, Confluence, Zephyr for test management; performed API and backend testing.
Senior Test Analyst (Contract) at SGC
June 1, 2011 - February 1, 2012UAT/OAT testing for financial/insurance domains; collaborated with QA teams; tracked defects; supported business stakeholders.
Test Analyst (Contract) at Mastek
September 1, 2010 - February 1, 2011QA testing across client projects; participated in agile sprints; API testing; defect management.
QA/System Test Analyst at Sopra Group Limited - O2 (Telefonica)
December 1, 2007 - May 1, 2010Life@Work QA/System testing; cross-team collaboration; quality assurance for enterprise platforms.
Senior Test Engineer at BAE Systems Ltd (Maritime & Land)
September 1, 2025 - PresentWorking on a Multi-Function Radar, a critical defense infrastructure system supporting the Royal Navy Type 45 Destroyer. Develop verification test suites for critical radar component (FAT) and validate radar system data using MATLAB, contributing to assurance of high-availability national defense systems.
Test Manager / Test Lead (Contract) at Ayvens (Formerly ALD Automotive)
January 1, 2017 - February 1, 2025As a test manager, I established and led a team of 8 testers for enterprise testing of multi-country car-leasing and motor finance platforms in a virtualized environment using RedHat OpenShift, Kubernetes, Citrix and virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V) to support OEMs across Europe in a DevOps environment managing CI/CD pipelines. Led UK & India test coordination, UAT across markets, and integrations with Experian, DVLA, Equifax, Onfido & FraudNet; implemented risk-based regression reducing production defects; managed API, backend and security testing.
Business Analyst / Test Lead (Contract) at Hill Dickinson
September 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016Delivered test plan and execution for Motor & Casualty Claims BI dashboards (SSIS/SSRS); coordinated UAT for Matter Management system; improved data accuracy and reporting reliability.
Senior Test Analyst / Test Lead (Contract) at BP (British Petroleum)
May 1, 2014 - April 1, 2016Led QA for global SharePoint 2013 HR portal integrated with SAP & MS Dynamics. Coordinated US, UK & India teams. Facilitated stand-ups and risk refinement sessions. Led the testing of migration of data and apps from AWS to Azure.
Test Analyst / Test Coordinator (Contract) at Quality Assurance Agency (QAA)
January 1, 2014 - May 1, 2014Built QA process from scratch for SharePoint public website redevelopment. Developed and presented Test Strategy to stakeholders. Established UAT framework and drafted job specification for a permanent tester.
Project Test Lead (Contract) at Transport for London (TfL)
July 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014Led testing for Self-Service Refund, Contactless Payment & SSO systems. Coordinated cross-department data validation. Provided actionable insights to improve release stability.
Senior Test Analyst at Avelo (Now IRESS)
March 1, 2012 - July 1, 2012Contract testing role focused on QA activities within financial services technology.
UAT/OAT Test Analyst at South Gloucestershire Council
June 1, 2011 - February 1, 2012Enterprise testing and user acceptance testing coordination within local government projects.
Test Analyst at Mastek
April 1, 2011 - June 1, 2011Contract testing assignments across enterprise projects.
Test Analyst at Sopra Group ( TNT & O2 Telefonica )
September 1, 2010 - February 1, 2011Quality assurance and testing across telecom-related systems.
QA/System Test Analyst at Assureweb (Now iPipeline)
December 1, 2007 - May 1, 2010QA and system testing for financial services web applications.
Education
MSc in Information Technology (bias: Software Engineering) at UWE Bristol, Bristol, UK
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025MSc Information Technology (Software Engineering) at University of the West of England (UWE Bristol)
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026Qualifications
ISEB/ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025ISEB/ISTQB Intermediate Certificate in Software Testing
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025ISEB/ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025ISTQB Certified Agile Tester
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025ISTQB / ISEB Intermediate Certificate in Software Testing
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026ISTQB / ISEB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026ISTQB Certified Agile Tester
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026ISEB Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026MSc Information Technology (Software Engineering)
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026ISTQB / ISEB Intermediate Certificate in Software Testing
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026ISTQB / ISEB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026ISTQB Certified Agile Tester
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026ISEB Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026Industry Experience
Financial Services, Government, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education
Skills
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