I'm a security-cleared test professional with a proven track record in test strategy, planning, defect management, and end-to-end testing across complex project lifecycles. I thrive in Agile, Waterfall, and V-Model environments and deliver robust QA for cloud, e-commerce, and enterprise applications. I excel at defining and implementing test processes, automation frameworks, and risk-based approaches, leading multi-location teams and collaborating with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to improve software quality and performance. My background spans cloud testing (AWS, Azure), API testing, BI data validation, and database integrity, with hands-on experience across finance, automotive, telecom, and public-sector domains.

Seyi Akinsola

I'm a security-cleared test professional with a proven track record in test strategy, planning, defect management, and end-to-end testing across complex project lifecycles. I thrive in Agile, Waterfall, and V-Model environments and deliver robust QA for cloud, e-commerce, and enterprise applications. I excel at defining and implementing test processes, automation frameworks, and risk-based approaches, leading multi-location teams and collaborating with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to improve software quality and performance. My background spans cloud testing (AWS, Azure), API testing, BI data validation, and database integrity, with hands-on experience across finance, automotive, telecom, and public-sector domains.

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I’m a security-cleared test professional with a proven track record in test strategy, planning, defect management, and end-to-end testing across complex project lifecycles. I thrive in Agile, Waterfall, and V-Model environments and deliver robust QA for cloud, e-commerce, and enterprise applications.

I excel at defining and implementing test processes, automation frameworks, and risk-based approaches, leading multi-location teams and collaborating with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to improve software quality and performance. My background spans cloud testing (AWS, Azure), API testing, BI data validation, and database integrity, with hands-on experience across finance, automotive, telecom, and public-sector domains.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert

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 - Present
Develop 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, 2025
Set 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, 2025
Led 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, 2018
Drove 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, 2016
Oversaw 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, 2016
Participated 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, 2016
Agile/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, 2014
Plugged 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, 2014
Led 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, 2012
Tested 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, 2012
UAT/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, 2011
QA 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, 2010
Life@Work QA/System testing; cross-team collaboration; quality assurance for enterprise platforms.

Education

MSc in Information Technology (bias: Software Engineering) at UWE Bristol, Bristol, UK
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025

Qualifications

ISEB/ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025
ISEB/ISTQB Intermediate Certificate in Software Testing
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025
ISEB/ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025
ISTQB Certified Agile Tester
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025

Industry Experience

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