David Secare-Kerr
San Jose,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable QA innovator with substantial experience in troubleshooting, identifying, and resolving issues for a wide range of software systems. Highly technically proficient in producing quality deliverables and efficiently adapting to evolving project requirements. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to implement effective solutions and enhance productivity. Excels in dynamic team environments requiring clear communication and teamwork with a passion for continuous improvement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Software QA Engineer
TEKsystems
12.2024 - Current
- Conducted root cause analysis on reported issues, providing actionable insights for effective remediation strategies.
- Established clear communication between developers and QA teams, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized problem solving.
- Enhanced project efficiency by collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify, track, and resolve software defects.
- Contributed to internal tools with feature enhancements and code reviews, streamlining and identifying potential areas for improvement.
QA Analyst I
Age of Learning
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Developed and executed comprehensive manual, API, and automated test cases to ensure the high quality and reliability of software applications on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS platforms.
- Identified, documented, and articulated bugs, errors, and defects with precision, providing clear and concise reports to the development team for efficient resolution.
- Managed high-volume ticketing system, effectively prioritizing and delegating tasks to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Conducted root-cause analyses of recurring issues and devised effective strategies to prevent future occurrences, minimizing downtime for customers.
- Proactively went above and beyond by designing and implementing an automated test suite that improved test coverage, accelerated release cycles, and reduced manual QA effort.
Product Ops Coordinator / QA Analyst
care.coach
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Operated with a high level of independence in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with responsibilities spanning feature, integration, regression, mobile, and smoke testing.
- Executed testing assignments efficiently to meet tight deadlines and ensure product quality.
- Worked alongside engineers to develop Selenium scripts to automate testing efforts.
Data Imagery Analyst
Apex Systems
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Analyzed and validated complex data sets with speed and accuracy, making precise corrections in alignment with evolving specifications and requirements.
- Collaborated with a large, cross-functional team to enhance quality standards and drive effective solutions to complex and ambiguous data challenges.
- Maintained rigorous attention to detail and upheld data integrity while navigating a fast-paced, collaborative work environment.
QA Gameplay Tester
Keywords Studios
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with a small team of testers and researchers to execute a wide range of test cases informed by methodologies such as black box and regression testing.
- Utilized internal testing tools to evaluate projects in active development, providing structured qualitative feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
- Contributed actionable insights and enhancement suggestions to support iterative development and ensure alignment with user experience and quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Music Theory And Composition
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA06.2019
Skills
- Detail Oriented and Efficient
- Collaborative and Communicative
- Python scripting
- Test automation expertise
- CI/CD pipelines
- Regression testing
- Functional testing
- Performance testing
- JIRA management
- Git proficiency
Websites
Languages
- Python
- Swift
- JavaScript
- HTML
- Bash/Zsh
Timeline
Software QA Engineer
TEKsystems
12.2024 - Current
QA Analyst I
Age of Learning
10.2022 - 10.2024
Product Ops Coordinator / QA Analyst
care.coach
08.2021 - 07.2022
Data Imagery Analyst
Apex Systems
08.2020 - 08.2021
QA Gameplay Tester
Keywords Studios
10.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science
Santa Clara University
Bachelor of Arts - Music Theory And Composition
Santa Clara University
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