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Hi, I'm James Gould, a SDET & Automation Tester with over 15 years of QA experience across the media, streaming, e-learning, travel and e-commerce sectors. I excel at both manual and automated testing, designing test strategies, and coaching teammates to deliver reliable software on complex projects. I build robust automation frameworks using Java, Ruby, Selenium and Cucumber, lead process improvements like Three Amigos, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to shorten release cycles while improving defect detection and reporting. My hands-on experience includes SQL data validation, mobile and web testing, and leading QA initiatives in enterprise environments.…Hi, I'm James Gould, a SDET & Automation Tester with over 15 years of QA experience across the media, streaming, e-learning, travel and e-commerce sectors. I excel at both manual and automated testing, designing test strategies, and coaching teammates to deliver reliable software on complex projects. I build robust automation frameworks using Java, Ruby, Selenium and Cucumber, lead process improvements like Three Amigos, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to shorten release cycles while improving defect detection and reporting. My hands-on experience includes SQL data validation, mobile and web testing, and leading QA initiatives in enterprise environments.

James Gould

QA Engineer, Full Stack Developer, Web Developer, +2

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Hi, I'm James Gould, a SDET & Automation Tester with over 15 years of QA experience across the media, streaming, e-learning, travel and e-commerce sectors. I excel at both manual and automated testing, designing test strategies, and coaching teammates to deliver reliable software on complex projects. I build robust automation frameworks using Java, Ruby, Selenium and Cucumber, lead process improvements like Three Amigos, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to shorten release cycles while improving defect detection and reporting. My hands-on experience includes SQL data validation, mobile and web testing, and leading QA initiatives in enterprise environments.…Hi, I'm James Gould, a SDET & Automation Tester with over 15 years of QA experience across the media, streaming, e-learning, travel and e-commerce sectors. I excel at both manual and automated testing, designing test strategies, and coaching teammates to deliver reliable software on complex projects. I build robust automation frameworks using Java, Ruby, Selenium and Cucumber, lead process improvements like Three Amigos, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to shorten release cycles while improving defect detection and reporting. My hands-on experience includes SQL data validation, mobile and web testing, and leading QA initiatives in enterprise environments.

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Hi, I’m James Gould, a SDET & Automation Tester with over 15 years of QA experience across the media, streaming, e-learning, travel and e-commerce sectors. I excel at both manual and automated testing, designing test strategies, and coaching teammates to deliver reliable software on complex projects.

I build robust automation frameworks using Java, Ruby, Selenium and Cucumber, lead process improvements like Three Amigos, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to shorten release cycles while improving defect detection and reporting. My hands-on experience includes SQL data validation, mobile and web testing, and leading QA initiatives in enterprise environments.

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Work Experience

Primary SQL Developer at PHARMANSWERS LTD

January 1, 2024 - Present

Hired to update/maintain multiple bespoke SQL databases for a large client base. Identified that each database differed significantly, causing delays and defects with new releases. Proposed and delivered a single reusable framework applicable to all clients, enabling a scalable data framework now ready for release.

Testing new HR system at Edinburgh Council

August 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023

Joined mid-project to test updates on a new HR system during ongoing sprints. Worked with the Agile Test Lead to review, analyze, and estimate upcoming sprint work. Reorganized the regression pack using Zephyr, reducing regression run time by 1–2 days and improving deployment speed and reporting.

Testing VOA system at HMRC

June 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023

Tasked with consolidating older systems into a central Oracle application. Documented functional behavior of legacy systems and generated scripts to validate replication in the central system. Prepared documentation and a reusable regression suite to support future QA activities.

Testing an ETL database migration at TalkTalk

March 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023

Performed testing for 100–1000 records per database during migration, validating data transfer, transformation, and export to Salesforce via SQL scripts. Final regression completed a week early.

Travel Pass at Tigerspike

August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022

Supported a multi‑mobile premium travel app with manual and automation testing. Leveraged mobile testing experience to quickly set up an Appium-based framework for iOS and Android.

Multiple Project at Fuse Universal

July 1, 2018 - May 1, 2022

Implemented and coached the Three Amigos process across technology teams and built an automation framework using WebdriverIO and Selenium. Managed releases, created test plans and exit reports, and reduced defect leakage after releases.

eCommerce at Moonpig

August 1, 2017 - June 1, 2018

Implemented and coached the Three Amigos process for mobile apps, maintained an automation framework, and performed manual API testing as part of QA across technology teams.

News & Media at Trinity Mirror Group

October 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017

Long-term role overseeing manual mobile testing; when a colleague left, I created a Java-based Appium test framework for mobile apps and documented the work to ensure continuity. Transitioned from manual to automation leadership.

Streaming Service at Blinkbox

April 1, 2014 - July 1, 2015

Introduced new processes and built an automation framework for the website. Created API tests for video playback and aligned sprint timings so tests could run immediately after development, reducing regression time.

Banking at Apptivation

August 1, 2012 - February 1, 2013

Short-term engagement focused on rapid testing; prioritized devices based on analytics to ensure timely release of the banking app amid tight deadlines.

News & Media at NewsUK

July 1, 2009 - June 1, 2012

Provided test resource across multiple projects; introduced Three Amigos and streamlined testing workflows to maintain quality and speed for on-time releases.

GAMES TESTER at SEGA

November 1, 2008 - July 1, 2009

Functional testing of Empire Total War and Football Manager; executed test cases and reported defects to guide development and release decisions.