Charlie 'Telvin' McAlpine
Decatur,GA
Summary
Results-driven Software Developer in Test with a proven history of ensuring product accuracy, consistency, and excellence across the development lifecycle. Proficient in project management, adeptly guiding initiatives from conception to delivery while exceeding customer expectations. Known for swiftly identifying and resolving quality issues, implementing innovative assurance standards to minimize risk and maximize outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Software Developer in Test
Flashpoint
06.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded exploratory testing initiatives, leading to the development of efficient test automation solutions.
- Enhanced automation frameworks, facilitating effective automated test creation for engineers.
- Demonstrated proficiency in CI/CD pipelines to automate test deployment, ensuring seamless integration into the development workflow.
- Demonstrated expertise in test automation utilizing Python, adeptly developing and customizing Python testing frameworks to meet project specifications.
- Utilized Cypress.io for UI testing, ensuring seamless user experiences.
- Conducted thorough root cause analysis of product defects, utilizing defect management solutions like Jira to effectively report and track issues, ensuring swift resolution and continuous improvement in product quality.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to develop comprehensive test strategies and streamline testing processes.
- Maintained UI and API tests, promptly identifying and reporting bugs for timely resolution.
- Designed optimized test strategies to improve manual testing efficiency.
- Developed systems for proactive test stability monitoring, ensuring robust testing environments.
- Mentoring and guiding junior team members, sharing knowledge and fostering a collaborative learning environment to enhance overall team performance and expertise.
- Demonstrated expertise in continuous integration practices, contributing to seamless development and testing pipelines.
- Utilized GitLab for version control and collaboration, ensuring efficient code management.
- Conducted performance testing using K6, optimizing application performance and scalability.
Software Developer in Test
OncoLens
04.2020 - 02.2023
- Implemented Cypress.io for automated testing, resulting in a 40% reduction in testing time and increased test coverage.
- Spearheaded the implementation of QA processes and methodology to enhance testing efficiency and quality.
- Conducted comprehensive mobile device testing on iOS and Android platforms.
- Mentored team members on best practices and provided constructive feedback.
- Conducted training sessions on software testing activities and developed training materials.
- Collaborated with DevOps engineers to set up tests and create continuous integration pipelines.
- Conducted API testing for RESTful web services.
- Generated and tracked trouble logs, ensuring timely issue resolution.
- Reviewed software documentation for technical accuracy and completeness.
- Participated in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements and potential risks.
Quality Assurance Automation Engineer
Chick-fil-A (Contract Role)
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Strengthened testing programs to address various software scenarios and usability for web and mobile applications.
- Provided feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality.
- Developed standards, methods, and procedures to determine product quality and release readiness.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to develop test plans and identify defects early in the development cycle.
- Documented test plans and results in JIRA for clear communication with the development team.
Test Automation Engineer
MemberClicks
04.2017 - 11.2019
- Created and maintained automated test suites using Cypress.io to enhance test effectiveness.
- Developed test cases for new features, resulting in improved software quality.
- Implemented new processes to scale testing for future products, leading to comprehensive testing coverage.
- Designed test plans and procedures to prevent defects in software products.
- Monitored bug resolution efforts and tracked successes for timely issue resolution.
- Conducted mobile application test plans and validation to ensure product functionality.
Product Expert Tier 2
MemberClicks
06.2014 - 04.2017
- Designed and executed test cases to validate product functionality and ensure high-quality releases.
- Conducted thorough troubleshooting and root cause analysis of customer issues.
- Acted as a subject matter expert on product functionality, providing guidance and training.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product features and technical specifications.
- Developed quality-focused initiatives to improve customer satisfaction and product quality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prattville High School
Prattville, ALBachelor of Science - Computer Science
Troy University
Troy, ALSkills
- Proficient in automated testing using Cypressio for web applications
- Expertise in SQL for data retrieval, updates, and deletions in relational databases
- Experience in testing RESTful APIs and microservices using tools like Postman
- Extensive knowledge of software testing methodologies, including manual and automation testing, test strategies, and Agile best practices
- Proficiency in Appium automation framework for mobile applications
- Proficient in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, HTML, and CSS
- Experience in using JMeter for load testing, stress testing, and performance testing of web applications
- Proficiency in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools such as Jenkins, TeamCity, CircleCI, and AWS CodePipeline
- Experience in testing mobile applications on Android and iOS platforms using emulators and real devices
Certification
Agile Test Automation—ICAgile
Timeline
Software Developer in Test
Flashpoint
06.2023 - Current
Software Developer in Test
OncoLens
04.2020 - 02.2023
Quality Assurance Automation Engineer
Chick-fil-A (Contract Role)
11.2019 - 04.2020
Test Automation Engineer
MemberClicks
04.2017 - 11.2019
Product Expert Tier 2
MemberClicks
06.2014 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Prattville High School
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Troy University
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