Branden Hollmann
Morrow,OH
Summary
Technology professional with over 8 years of experience in automation engineering, quality assurance, and agile leadership. Expertise in designing scalable test automation frameworks using Selenium and C#, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, and enhancing software development processes. Certified Scrum Master with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage backlogs, and deliver high-quality software releases. Focused on cybersecurity and data-driven technologies, with hands-on experience in system integration, performance testing, and process optimization.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automation Engineer
Unlimited Systems
07.2023 - 04.2026
- Architected and maintained robust automation frameworks using Selenium and C# to ensure high-quality software delivery.
- Collaborated with cross-functional Agile teams to seamlessly integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipeline, enhancing deployment efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive regression suites for core product features, significantly reducing manual testing overhead.
- Analyzed complex system requirements to design scalable test scripts and technical documentation, ensuring alignment with project specifications.
Quality Assurance Lead
Matthews International
07.2020 - 07.2023
- Directed the QA team through multiple major product releases, ensuring 100% test coverage.
- Spearheaded creation of automation test suites using Selenium and Visual Studio to enhance testing efficiency.
- Engineered load tests to evaluate application performance under high-stress scenarios.
- Managed user stories and sprint backlogs within Azure DevOps, facilitating clear communication and project alignment.
Consultant (Quality Assurance Lead)
Capgemini (Client: Fifth Third Bank)
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Formulated high-level test plans and strategies for large-scale enterprise initiatives, aligning quality assurance with project objectives.
- Modernized system and regression test suites, enhancing defect detection capabilities.
- Authored new policies and procedures for the client’s internal QA department.
- Directed onboarding and technical training for new hires to accelerate integration into client site.
QA Software Analyst (Consultant)
Thrive Urban Impact Sourcing (Clients: Crossroads Church, CareSource)
02.2017 - 06.2018
- Executed manual and automation regression tests using Selenium C#.
- Developed comprehensive test cases and logged critical defects in Rally to ensure software quality.
- Facilitated sprint and product backlog management to align priorities with feature development goals.
- Created onboarding materials and trained incoming team members on client-specific applications to enhance knowledge transfer.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH06-2024
Master of Science - Artificial Intelligence
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2028
Skills
- Testing: Test automation (Selenium, C#), Manual Testing, Regression, Load Testing, Unit Testing
- Tools & Platforms: Azure DevOps, SQL, Visual Studio, Jira, Rally, Selenium WebDriver
- Methodologies: Scrum, Agile, SDLC, Test Plan Formulation, Backlog Management
- Python development
- Splunk (SIEM)
- Process optimization
- Leadership: Team Onboarding, Mentorship, Strategy Development, Military Leadership
- Team training
- Strategic planning
Certification
- Professional Scrum Master (PSM I), Scrum.org
- ISTQB Certified Tester, Foundation Level
- Authentic Leadership Course, Catholic Charities of Southwestern Ohio
Military Service
- Specialist | Army National Guard
- Leveraged discipline and leadership skills to accomplish team objectives in high-pressure environments.
Timeline
Automation Engineer
Unlimited Systems
07.2023 - 04.2026
Quality Assurance Lead
Matthews International
07.2020 - 07.2023
Consultant (Quality Assurance Lead)
Capgemini (Client: Fifth Third Bank)
06.2018 - 06.2020
QA Software Analyst (Consultant)
Thrive Urban Impact Sourcing (Clients: Crossroads Church, CareSource)
02.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems
Southern New Hampshire University
Master of Science - Artificial Intelligence
Grand Canyon University