Carrie Heines
Bloomberg LP
Belle Mead,NJ
19
years of professional experience
Dedicated Software QA Tester with over 26 years of experience in test case design and defect tracking. Proven ability to lead QA initiatives and mentor junior testers, fostering a culture of quality and collaboration within teams.
Work History
Software QA Tester
19 Years 3 Months- Formulated and implemented detailed test plans for software applications, ensuring optimal quality and functionality.
- Facilitated defect identification and documentation processes to enhance software quality in partnership with development teams.
- Analyzed and verified bug fixes and enhancements through rigorous regression testing across various software releases.
- Identified, documented, and tracked defects in collaboration with development teams using JIRA.
- Conducted comprehensive cross-functional QA meetings to review project status, analyze potential risks, and strategize mitigation approaches with stakeholders.
- Collaborated closely with developers during defect fixing phase resulting in quicker resolutions.
- Engaged with product managers to define acceptance criteria, supporting alignment with user requirements and project goals.
- Streamlined testing process by automating repetitive tasks using industry-standard tools and scripting languages.
- Supported continuous integration efforts by integrating automated tests into build pipelines, thus reducing time-to-market for product releases.
- Developed and executed comprehensive test plans for software applications to ensure quality and functionality.
- Established comprehensive test suites to guarantee thorough testing coverage for new features and regression testing.
- Enhanced collaboration between QA team members through efficient communication channels such as daily stand-ups, bug triage meetings, and status reports on project progress.
- Conducted systematic identification and resolution of software defects in reporting and tracking systems, significantly enhancing user experience.
- Contributed to the establishment of a culture of quality within the organization through active participation in process improvement initiatives related to SDLC methodologies like Agile or Scrum.
- Wrote and optimized comprehensive test plans and test cases to ensure software quality and functionality
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Skills
Manual testing
Test case design
Quick-learning
Functional testing
Timeline
Software QA Tester
Bloomberg LP
01.2007 - 04.2026Read More
Stockton University
Bachelor of Science from Finance
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