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Hi, I’m Holly Grotke Lyons. I’m a Software Quality Test Engineer with over 20 years of experience in fast-paced environments, specializing in GUI and API automation, test strategy, and cross-team collaboration. I’ve led QA efforts across systems, integration, and performance testing, and I’m known for turning ideas into practical standards and reliable automation. I’m a positive team player and Scrum Master who builds and trains teams, creates QA documentation and training materials, and drives metrics like code coverage and test execution. I’ve held active security clearance since 2010 and enjoy setting up robust test environments and labs to ensure high-quality software deliveries.…Hi, I’m Holly Grotke Lyons. I’m a Software Quality Test Engineer with over 20 years of experience in fast-paced environments, specializing in GUI and API automation, test strategy, and cross-team collaboration. I’ve led QA efforts across systems, integration, and performance testing, and I’m known for turning ideas into practical standards and reliable automation. I’m a positive team player and Scrum Master who builds and trains teams, creates QA documentation and training materials, and drives metrics like code coverage and test execution. I’ve held active security clearance since 2010 and enjoy setting up robust test environments and labs to ensure high-quality software deliveries.

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Hi, I’m Holly Grotke Lyons. I’m a Software Quality Test Engineer with over 20 years of experience in fast-paced environments, specializing in GUI and API automation, test strategy, and cross-team collaboration. I’ve led QA efforts across systems, integration, and performance testing, and I’m known for turning ideas into practical standards and reliable automation. I’m a positive team player and Scrum Master who builds and trains teams, creates QA documentation and training materials, and drives metrics like code coverage and test execution. I’ve held active security clearance since 2010 and enjoy setting up robust test environments and labs to ensure high-quality software deliveries.…Hi, I’m Holly Grotke Lyons. I’m a Software Quality Test Engineer with over 20 years of experience in fast-paced environments, specializing in GUI and API automation, test strategy, and cross-team collaboration. I’ve led QA efforts across systems, integration, and performance testing, and I’m known for turning ideas into practical standards and reliable automation. I’m a positive team player and Scrum Master who builds and trains teams, creates QA documentation and training materials, and drives metrics like code coverage and test execution. I’ve held active security clearance since 2010 and enjoy setting up robust test environments and labs to ensure high-quality software deliveries.

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Hi, I’m Holly Grotke Lyons. I’m a Software Quality Test Engineer with over 20 years of experience in fast-paced environments, specializing in GUI and API automation, test strategy, and cross-team collaboration. I’ve led QA efforts across systems, integration, and performance testing, and I’m known for turning ideas into practical standards and reliable automation. I’m a positive team player and Scrum Master who builds and trains teams, creates QA documentation and training materials, and drives metrics like code coverage and test execution. I’ve held active security clearance since 2010 and enjoy setting up robust test environments and labs to ensure high-quality software deliveries.

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Work Experience

Staff Test Engineer at Maxar Technologies

September 1, 2015 - May 1, 2025

Led QA testing and automation for complex systems; managed test labs; published QA standards and training materials; collaborated across teams to deliver high-quality software and ensured ISO audit readiness.

Senior Test Engineer at Visionary Integration Professionals

January 1, 2014 - September 1, 2015

Developed and maintained automated test suites; performed system and integration testing; collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve quality and release readiness.

Advisory QA Analyst at Ventyx

July 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014

Advised on QA processes and automation strategies; provided training and best practices to teams; contributed to test plan development and quality improvements.

SQA Test Lead at Digital Globe

June 1, 2010 - June 1, 2013

Led QA testing efforts across products; established QA processes; delivered high-quality software through coordinated testing and risk assessment.

Principal SQA Test Lead at EMC

May 1, 2006 - June 1, 2010

Led QA strategy and test leadership for EMC products; built test labs; implemented metrics and code coverage tracking; supported ISO audits.

Senior SQA Test Engineer at Intuit

September 1, 2005 - May 1, 2006

Automated tests and enhanced QA processes; collaborated with product teams to ensure robust releases.

Senior SQA Test Lead at Intrado Inc.

January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005

Led QA efforts for voice and data products; designed test strategies and led test execution across teams.