Chase Bruder
Charleston,SC
Summary
Quality assurance professional with expertise in manual and automated application testing. Collaborates effectively with project management and development teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Proficient in identifying and resolving issues throughout the production process.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Specialist
Novant Health via TEKSystems
Charleston, SC
11.2025 - 01.2026
- Installed and tested computers and machines to facilitate client transitions in clinics and hospitals.
- Executed cable management strategies to enhance system performance and client experience.
- Maintained detailed inventory records for team accessibility and support during go-live activities.
QA Tester
SIDE Inc.
Daniel Island, SC
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Identified, documented, and tracked bugs, crashes, and inconsistencies using tools like Jira and Azure DevOps.
- Authored bug reports in collaboration with client QA teams to facilitate swift resolution.
- Conducted regression testing on resolved issues to validate stability and prevent recurrence.
- Tested front-end and back-end services across console, PC, and mobile platforms.
- Developed test plans for multiple features across various projects.
- Managed testing deadlines and prioritized tasks, ensuring timely delivery of quality products across projects.
Data Analyst
National Golf Course Owners' Association
Daniel Island, SC
05.2023 - 02.2025
- Oversaw data integrity and accuracy within membership records.
- Managed and updated membership database containing thousands of golf courses.
- Transitioned from intern position to full-time role through demonstrated performance.
Education
B.S - Computer Science, Game Design
Elon University
Elon, NC05-2024
Skills
- C#
- Python
- Java
- JavaScript
- HTML
- CSS
- MySQL
- Unity
- Audacity
- TestRail
- qTest
- Jira
- Confluence
- Microsoft Excel
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Creativity
- Communication
Websites
Projects
- Unreleased AAA Video Game, QA Tester, 02/25 - 08/25: Collaborated directly with a AAA game studio and its partner studios to drive QA initiatives, ensuring smooth game functionality and enhancing overall gameplay feel, Contributed as the go-to expert for a designated level, providing critical insights and support to the team
- Mobile App, QA Tester, 07/2 - 09/25: Worked alongside and communicated with international offices to test and improve app functionality, Designed and wrote test cases for the app, improving upon previous work to ensure easier workflow for future testers
- QA Development Tool, QA Tester, 08/25 - 09/25: Worked with cutting-edge AI to optimize game integration and automate the QA workflow, Oversaw functionality and UX of the software to ensure user backend was working as intended
- Mausoleum of Memories, Programmer and Audio Engineer, 01/24 - 05/24: Sourced, curated, and optimized sound effects to enhance game atmosphere and player experience, Developed movement and possession systems in Unity (C#) to ensure a smooth game flow and optimized UX, Developed and implemented a save/load system across all scenes to keep track of player progress
- Ghoblin Town, Designer, 03/22 - 04/22: Created 3D models and textures using SubstancePainter and the Unity ProBuilder tool, Designed a base movement system using C# and enhanced by Unity assets, Developed collection system for gold coins in C# to increase player engagement
Timeline
IT Specialist
Novant Health via TEKSystems
11.2025 - 01.2026
QA Tester
SIDE Inc.
02.2025 - 09.2025
Data Analyst
National Golf Course Owners' Association
05.2023 - 02.2025
B.S - Computer Science, Game Design
Elon University