David Dasher
Greeley,CO
Summary
Software Tester effective at working in fast-paced testing environments to review software at each stage of development and production. Checks function, layout and operation for usability and visual design issues. Familiar with working in Agile-driven environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Test Lead
Experis
2022.10 - Current
- Wrote and optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing with consistent, thorough approaches in both Excel and ADO
- Communicated risks associated with test execution and took mitigating action when necessary
- Conceptualized and created custom PowerBI dashboards utilizing KQL and MySQL to visualize tracked metrics.
- Evaluated new testing tools as needed, recommending solutions that enhanced productivity 30% without sacrificing quality.
- Leveraged both manual and automated testing techniques as appropriate, optimizing resource utilization across multiple projects.
- Supported release management activities by validating that applications met established criteria before deployment.
Project Manager
SnackCrate
2021.06 - 2022.10
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing customer concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process with an 11% increase in sales.
Quality Assurance Lead
Open Professional Group
2016.10 - 2021.05
- Established metrics, applied industry best practices and developed new tools and processes
- Recommended and Implemented strategies and methods to improve test plans and test processes
- Communicated directly with QA team to resolve user-reported problems and questions
- Performed testing across multiple platforms, ensuring proper implementations of planned features and bug fixes
- Managed actionable feedback from UAT and test cases
- Conducted and lead training meetings with Clients and relevant Stakeholders.
- Supported development of materials, aids and curriculum to direct staff in procedures and operations
- Mentored junior team members in quality assurance best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Ensured many of our clients' platforms conformed with HIPAA standards and practices.
- Maintained a 100% client satisfaction rating.
Alpha Tester
VMC
2015.08 - 2017.03
- Read, interpreted and followed written test instructions and procedures to accurately test products
- Wrote and executed effective functional tests and carried out exploratory testing to assess product performance
- Supported, implemented and helped shape test approach by identifying solutions to recurring issues
- Accessed Video Game software to ensure quality leading into the Beta Phase
- Worked many AAA titles that saw release to critical acclaim and record breaking revenue.
Education
High School Diploma -
Okeechobee High School
Okeechobee, FL05.2006
Skills
- Project Development
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Workflow Planning
- Manual and Automated Testing
- Test case management
- Mobile testing
- SQL/KQL
- User Acceptance Testing
- Excel
- Software testing methodologies
- Test Data Management
Timeline
Associate Test Lead
Experis
2022.10 - Current
Project Manager
SnackCrate
2021.06 - 2022.10
Quality Assurance Lead
Open Professional Group
2016.10 - 2021.05
Alpha Tester
VMC
2015.08 - 2017.03
High School Diploma -
Okeechobee High School
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