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Albany Ashton

Oklahoma City

Summary

Detail-oriented and results-driven Software Development Quality Analyst with proven experience in both manual and automated testing across diverse software environments. Adept at designing and executing comprehensive test strategies, with strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum and Waterfall Software Development Lifecycle methodologies. Demonstrated ability to collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to identify defects early, enhance test coverage, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, reliable software solutions.

Overview

2022
2022
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Software Development QA - II

Paycom
2023 - 2025
  • Independently developed and executed 8 weekly test plans and test cases for testing of software in order to expose flaws and ensure all issues were resolved before the code is released to production.
  • Supported Paycom's custom service team, on an average of 5 daily tickets, in researching and resolving issues.
  • Collaborated with development colleagues to provide direct solutions, constructive feedback and input on 40 monthly software defects to ensure the code met stakeholder expectations.
  • Maintained testing documentation on 8 weekly projects while utilizing Risk Analysis techniques to provide accurate and precise estimates for assigned task duration.
  • Acted as a stakeholder advocate by learning how the user expected to use the system and then ensured it met that need.
  • Reviewed team members documentation to ensure completeness before final project approval.

3rd Grade Teacher

Soldier Creek Elementary
01.2022 - 2023
  • Taught and adapted curriculum for a class of 23 diverse third graders (including students who qualified as gifted, students with IEP’s, and ELL students).
  • Created individualized positive reinforcement plans for students in order to help them be successful throughout the school day.
  • Used routines and procedures to create a classroom management system with my students that was engaging, organized, and predictable.
  • Established a collaborative relationship with families through regular conferences, family involvement activities and written communication.
  • Creatively and routinely implemented technology into daily learning routines.

Team Lead and Social Media Manager

Coffee Slingers
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Oversaw the company’s social media accounts.
  • Created promotional content for daily posts and interacted with social media account followers.
  • Entrusted to manage shifts in order for work and communication to run smoothly.

Team Lead and Barista

Viridian Coffee
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Ensured that each team member was adequately fulfilling their responsibilities.
  • Transcribed the events of each shift (stated the positives, negatives, and possible solutions to prevent further problems).
  • Guarded the guest experience.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Visual Art, Art, Technology, and Culture, General Business

The University of Oklahoma
Norman, Oklahoma

Skills

  • Proficient in manual and automated testing across web and API layers
  • Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum and Waterfall Software Development Lifecycle methodologies
  • Adept at developing and executing detailed test plans, test cases, and regression suites
  • Solid experience with bug tracking and test management tools (eg, JIRA)
  • Effective communicator with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and quick defect resolution
  • Focused on continuous improvement, test coverage optimization, and reducing time-to-release
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail in fast-paced environments

Certification

  • Linkedin's Software Testing Foundations: Test Preparation
  • Linkedin's Software Testing Foundations: Test Techniques

Timeline

3rd Grade Teacher

Soldier Creek Elementary
01.2022 - 2023

Team Lead and Social Media Manager

Coffee Slingers
01.2021 - 01.2022

Team Lead and Barista

Viridian Coffee
01.2020 - 01.2021

Software Development QA - II

Paycom
2023 - 2025

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Visual Art, Art, Technology, and Culture, General Business

The University of Oklahoma

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