IBM | Senior Consultant, Gaithersburg, MD
UFMS Automated Testing Lead | 2015 - Present
Lead an 8 member team in an Agile project to develop and test automated test scripts in the Momentum application to streamline regression testing activities.
- Work with client and stakeholders to define candidate test scripts for automation
- Define requirements and translate to actionable test script documents for automation
- Work with functional team members when application and/or configuration no longer meets expected values and update scripts appropriately
- Code automated scripts using Java code in Rational Functional Tester (utilizes Selenium WebDriver)
- Troubleshoot and resolve all scripting issues (including other team members’) to run seamlessly
- Develop and maintain a custom java API framework to enhance reusability of frequent methods necessary to automated scripts against the various applications
- Utilize Apache POI to save and use test data in MS Excel during test execution
- Execute scripts for bimonthly regression testing efforts
- Train new employees
Rational Upgrades 2019 ad 2022
- Rewrote all java API framework methods to work seamlessly with WebUI (chromedriver)
- Created custom code to read/write test data formerly held in RFT datapools to be held in futureproof MS Excel spreadsheets
- Created RFT upgrade guides and training documents for other team members to utilize
- Worked with DOJ Service desk to ensure RFT 10.1.2 could be installed on all team members GFE
- Provide guidance and domain knowledge to IBMers in charge of RTC upgrade from version 6.0.2 to version 7.0.2 ELM
- Provided unit testing and ability to compare reconciliation reports as part of ELM upgrade process
- Manage and update SSL certificates for websites
- Provided Rational ELM system administration post go-live
Software Tester | Aug 2012- 2015
Worked with the Testing Team, responsible for the testing and analysis of all versions of the UFMS (Momentum Financials) software for each of the Department of Justice’s components. The team focuses on analyzing, diagnosing, or confirming resolutions to issues in new software builds, hotfixes, and custom solutions. Additionally, the team provides system assurance through regression testing efforts.
- Coordinated and managed testing team members during multiple testing phases
- Tested and documented test results for custom reporting solutions, Hot Fixes, and iterative releases
- Identified Software defects and created Problem Resolutions for Defects
- Created component specific Test Scripts for enhanced functionality and holistic system upgrade testing.
- Tested integrated Momentum modules for each component in upgrade environments
Web Development | Damascus MD
Webmaster | 2008 - Present
Develop, Design and Maintain websites such as tarasellsyourhouse.com, thetelltalepen.com,
- Full SDLC for websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and PHP
- Custom in-site functionality and databases
- Create and manage documents, data, and hosting environments for web clients
- Email Marketing and retention drip campaigns
CGI Federal | Functional Analyst, Fairfax VA
Testing Lead | Nov 2009 - July 2012
As an analyst at CGI Federal, worked with the Momentum Financials software specializing in system testing and defect management. As Testing Lead worked with a team of four to analyze, test, and document the Momentum software upgrade effort for the Library of Congress.
- Effectively coordinated, executed and documented the testing efforts of four individuals to successfully implement the Library of Congress’ Momentum Software Upgrade
- Managed and prioritized software defects for clients through creation and maintenance of a custom database.
- Documented, tested, and implemented software defect fixes to increase system reliability
- Developed and executed system test scripts for system and regression testing
- Developed Test Strategy and Test Plan documentation
- Provided Helpdesk support to clients for production and user acceptance testing
X3O Emerging Technologies | Network Technician, Rockville MD
May 2008 - October 2009
As a network technician, handled Technical Support Requests for small business clients on Windows and Macintosh based platforms through email, phone and live support.
- Managed Remote Backup Server and Solutions for 15+ clients to provide secure and timely data backup
- Supported Microsoft Exchange System and Users for numerous small business clients
- Setup small to medium size LANs
- Troubleshot general computer issues related to help desk support