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I'm Ghassan Almuradi, a results-driven software automation and QA leader with extensive experience delivering reliable, scalable testing solutions in government and enterprise environments. I thrive on building robust automation frameworks, guiding cross-functional teams, and ensuring quality across complex data pipelines, APIs, and user interfaces. My approach combines hands-on technical excellence with strategic thinking to accelerate delivery while maintaining rigorous standards. In every role, I aim to mentor colleagues, improve processes, and foster collaborative, high-performing teams. I specialize in leveraging Selenium, Playwright, and other modern automation tools to drive end-to-end testing in cloud and on-prem environments. I have led DevOps-enabled QA efforts, implemented CI/CD pipelines, and spearheaded accessibility and security testing to meet stringent government requirements. Outside of work, I enjoy sharing knowledge, writing practical tests, and helping teams turn complex requirements into reliable software solutions.…I'm Ghassan Almuradi, a results-driven software automation and QA leader with extensive experience delivering reliable, scalable testing solutions in government and enterprise environments. I thrive on building robust automation frameworks, guiding cross-functional teams, and ensuring quality across complex data pipelines, APIs, and user interfaces. My approach combines hands-on technical excellence with strategic thinking to accelerate delivery while maintaining rigorous standards. In every role, I aim to mentor colleagues, improve processes, and foster collaborative, high-performing teams. I specialize in leveraging Selenium, Playwright, and other modern automation tools to drive end-to-end testing in cloud and on-prem environments. I have led DevOps-enabled QA efforts, implemented CI/CD pipelines, and spearheaded accessibility and security testing to meet stringent government requirements. Outside of work, I enjoy sharing knowledge, writing practical tests, and helping teams turn complex requirements into reliable software solutions.

Ghassan Almuradi

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I'm Ghassan Almuradi, a results-driven software automation and QA leader with extensive experience delivering reliable, scalable testing solutions in government and enterprise environments. I thrive on building robust automation frameworks, guiding cross-functional teams, and ensuring quality across complex data pipelines, APIs, and user interfaces. My approach combines hands-on technical excellence with strategic thinking to accelerate delivery while maintaining rigorous standards. In every role, I aim to mentor colleagues, improve processes, and foster collaborative, high-performing teams. I specialize in leveraging Selenium, Playwright, and other modern automation tools to drive end-to-end testing in cloud and on-prem environments. I have led DevOps-enabled QA efforts, implemented CI/CD pipelines, and spearheaded accessibility and security testing to meet stringent government requirements. Outside of work, I enjoy sharing knowledge, writing practical tests, and helping teams turn complex requirements into reliable software solutions.…I'm Ghassan Almuradi, a results-driven software automation and QA leader with extensive experience delivering reliable, scalable testing solutions in government and enterprise environments. I thrive on building robust automation frameworks, guiding cross-functional teams, and ensuring quality across complex data pipelines, APIs, and user interfaces. My approach combines hands-on technical excellence with strategic thinking to accelerate delivery while maintaining rigorous standards. In every role, I aim to mentor colleagues, improve processes, and foster collaborative, high-performing teams. I specialize in leveraging Selenium, Playwright, and other modern automation tools to drive end-to-end testing in cloud and on-prem environments. I have led DevOps-enabled QA efforts, implemented CI/CD pipelines, and spearheaded accessibility and security testing to meet stringent government requirements. Outside of work, I enjoy sharing knowledge, writing practical tests, and helping teams turn complex requirements into reliable software solutions.

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I’m Ghassan Almuradi, a results-driven software automation and QA leader with extensive experience delivering reliable, scalable testing solutions in government and enterprise environments. I thrive on building robust automation frameworks, guiding cross-functional teams, and ensuring quality across complex data pipelines, APIs, and user interfaces. My approach combines hands-on technical excellence with strategic thinking to accelerate delivery while maintaining rigorous standards. In every role, I aim to mentor colleagues, improve processes, and foster collaborative, high-performing teams.

I specialize in leveraging Selenium, Playwright, and other modern automation tools to drive end-to-end testing in cloud and on-prem environments. I have led DevOps-enabled QA efforts, implemented CI/CD pipelines, and spearheaded accessibility and security testing to meet stringent government requirements. Outside of work, I enjoy sharing knowledge, writing practical tests, and helping teams turn complex requirements into reliable software solutions.

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Work Experience

Java & C# Software Automation Manager at Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

April 1, 2020 - April 1, 2025

Led the automation software domain, planned and managed end-to-end automation and testing projects for CPP/QPP applications. Designed a hybrid automation framework using QTP/UFT, Selenium WebDriver, and Playwright; integrated SOAP UI & JUnit; developed modular end-to-end tests across multiple web apps; implemented CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions; ensured cloud-based data pipelines and APIs were tested thoroughly; ensured accessibility and security compliance and coordinated cross-team deliverables across business, IT, and security stakeholders.

Sr. SW/HW System Integration Engineer at General Dynamics Information Technology / Department of National Defense (DND)

August 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019

Performed senior lead on software/hardware installation, configuration, and verification in lab settings using Agile methods. Gathered requirements, drafted use cases, managed Jira requirements, and drove testing planning and execution for multiple CRs/SPRs. Implemented automated regression, integration, and performance tests using Selenium WebDriver (Java/C#), Maven, TestNG/JUnit; developed REST API tests with Postman/SoapUI; managed CI/CD and Jira workflows; ensured security testing and risk mitigation for defense systems.

Senior Technology Architect / Software Automation Manager at Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC)

October 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019

Led test automation strategy within IT infrastructure transformation; developed test plans and scripts for Dynamics 365 CE, SharePoint, and related workflows; validated ETL data pipelines and Azure Data Lake processes; implemented automated testing across web apps and backend services, and coordinated with product owners/stakeholders to ensure alignment with SSHRC business rules and security/compliance standards.

Sr. Quality Assurance / Top Secret SW/HW Cyber Security at Communications Security Establishment (CSE)

July 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018

Managed QA for Top Secret cyber security applications, including encryption and cryptographic modules. Led testing across secure platforms, defined QA KPIs, and coordinated with security/compliance teams to ensure Government security standards were met. Oversaw end-to-end testing of communications platform and internal feed integration with GCWeb accessibility and bilingual requirements.

Senior Technical Project Lead / Scrum Master at Transport Canada

September 1, 2016 - March 1, 2017

Defined hybrid project governance and SDLC processes blending Agile/Waterfall. Led test planning, risk management, UAT, and multi-site coordination for emergency response and regulatory information systems. Drove CI/CD readiness and cross-team collaboration to meet project milestones.

Sr. Quality Assurance Lead / Data Migration Specialist at Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada (DFATD)

April 1, 2015 - November 1, 2015

Led QA and data migration efforts for EICS II; developed automated test scripts (Selenium WebDriver, Java/C#), built data migration validation plans, and coordinated with ETL/BI teams. Conducted security testing and cloud migrations (AWS/Azure), ensured GC data governance and compliance.

Senior Quality Assurance Architect / Scrum Master at Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC)

October 1, 2014 - April 1, 2015

Directed QA for Education Information System; implemented Waterfall-Agile testing methodologies, created RTMs, test strategies, and master plans; led automation initiatives with QTP/UFT and Selenium WebDriver; managed offshore/onshore teams and mentored QA staff.

Senior Quality Assurance Architect at Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC)

June 1, 2013 - March 1, 2014

Led QA for mission-critical cyber security and nuclear regulatory systems; oversaw integration testing, accessibility testing, and security validation; managed cross-functional teams and ensured regulatory compliance.

Senior Tester & PeopleSoft Specialist at Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC)

September 1, 2011 - May 1, 2012

Led testing for GC HR modernization (My GCHR) across English and French deployments; built automated test suites, managed CI pipelines, and coordinated with Dynamics/PeopleSoft integrations; performed functional, regression, UAT and performance testing.

Sr. Technical Test Manager / Project Manager at Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI)

August 1, 2009 - August 1, 2011

Directed QA and testing for top-secret and financial risk systems; built test strategies, RTMs, and automated frameworks; led performance, security, and data integrity testing across enterprise apps.

Senior Testing Manager / Project Lead at Eli Lilly

September 1, 2008 - September 1, 2009

Managed pharmaceutical project testing lifecycle; designed automated test scripts (Selenium/WebDriver, Java/C#), performance testing, and test data management; coordinated with QA and development teams to ensure software quality.

Senior Project Lead / Release Manager at Global IQX

October 1, 2006 - August 1, 2008

Led release management and QA for enterprise software platforms; built automation frameworks, integrated CI/CD pipelines, and orchestrated testing across multiple modules and teams.