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James David Grandfield
SDET / AI Agent Test Engineer
Frisco,TX
Summary
Results-oriented SDET with 15 years of software development and 10 years of dedicated test automation expertise, possessing a deep understanding of the SDLC and test engineering best practices. Passionate about exploring and implementing AI-powered testing solutions, including utilizing APIs to automate test creation, improve test coverage, and enhance defect reductions. Eager to contribute to a forward-thinking team focused on building intelligent, AI-driven test frameworks.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Software Development Engineer in Test
Alkami Technology
01.2018 - 12.2024
- Engineered a comprehensive suite of API tests for OAuth 2.0 authorization using Playwright C# in compliance with RFC 6749 specifications, achieving 100% test coverage from an initial baseline of zero.
- Built and maintained automated test suites for UI, API, microservices, and databases, reducing manual testing efforts
- Successfully migrated legacy systems to modern platforms, improving system stability and maintainability.
- Enhanced test automation frameworks using Playwright and Cypress, improving test execution speeds.
- Evaluated and implemented cutting-edge test tools for increasing the team's testing efficiency.
- Conducted functional and regression tests, analyzed results, and resolved defects to ensure seamless product releases
- Leveraged CI/CD pipelines to support continuous integration and delivery and reduce deployment times
- Collaborated with Agile teams to develop comprehensive test strategies, resulting in greater test coverage across key modules
- Mentored and guided Associate SDETs, contributing to an improvement in team skill levels and productivity across teams.
Senior Software Development Engineer in Test
SML Intelligent Inventory Solutions (SMLIIS)
01.2014 - 10.2017
- Developed custom APIs using C# to automate test result updates in test management software via Web API and increased reporting accuracy.
- Designed and executed tests using NUnit and SpecFlow, integrated into CI pipelines with TeamCity for streamlined automation
- Automated regression testing for mobile and web applications using Ranorex and Xamarin UITest.
- Collaborated with team developers on RabbitMQ, Redis, and TIBCO for message validation and troubleshooting, improving error detection rates
- Automated QA environment deployments using Octopus Deploy, cutting environment setup times.
- Managed requirements and user stories with JIRA, ensuring clarity and alignment with development goals
- Automated routine tasks using scripting languages, increasing efficiency in the development cycle.
Senior Software Engineer
Mr. Cooper (Nationstar)
01.2012 - 02.2014
- Designed robust solutions using WPF, WCF, and C# to enhance system performance.
- Implemented iterative designs and ensured compatibility with third-party APIs, improving integration efficiency
- Wrote and maintained comprehensive unit tests, achieving 90% code coverage.
- Developed scalable applications using agile methodologies for timely project delivery.
Technical Manager
Epsilon
06.2011 - 12.2011
- Led a group of 5 software engineers, 1 technical writer and 1 quality assurance engineer in the design, and development of web and software - based solutions using the MVC, ASP.Net, Web Forms and Visual Studio.
- Assessed costs and risks associated with developing new features and products using Rally.
- Oversaw major new enhancements to existing software systems.
- Collaborated with product management to design, build and test systems using Microsoft platform.
Development Manager
Xterprise
01.2006 - 05.2011
- Improved overall project efficiency by setting clear goals, milestones, and expectations for the development team.
- Directed a team of developers to deliver custom software solutions.
- Conducted daily Scrum meetings and cross-team Scrum of Scrums to ensure alignment with organizational objectives
- Oversaw project timelines and backlog management, leading to improved in delivery predictability
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Software Development And Database Management
SMU School of Applied Sciences
Plano, TX 06.1999 - 12.1999
Skills
C#
SQL
Python
Playwright
Cypress
Postman
Selenium
JIRA
TestRail
GitHub
GitLab
Docker
Jenkins
TeamCity
Microservices architecture
Cloud computing
Agile methodologies experience
Object-oriented programming
Scrum methodology
API integration
Testing and debugging
API design
Javascript
Affiliations
- American Legion Post 178
- Scouting USA
- USMC Veteran
Interests
Timeline
Senior Software Development Engineer in Test
Alkami Technology
01.2018 - 12.2024
Senior Software Development Engineer in Test
SML Intelligent Inventory Solutions (SMLIIS)
01.2014 - 10.2017
Senior Software Engineer
Mr. Cooper (Nationstar)
01.2012 - 02.2014
Technical Manager
Epsilon
06.2011 - 12.2011
Development Manager
Xterprise
01.2006 - 05.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Software Development And Database Management
SMU School of Applied Sciences
06.1999 - 12.1999
Training
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), SMU
- Microsoft Certified Application Developer (MCAD), SMU
- Learning Cloud Computing: Cloud Storage, LinkedIn
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, LinkedIn
- OWASP Top 10: #1 Broken Access Control and #2 Cryptographic Failures, LinkedIn
- OWASP Top 10: #3 Injection and #4 Insecure Design, LinkedIn
- OWASP API Security Top 10: An Overview, LinkedIn
- Playwright PYTHON Automation Testing - From Zero to Expert, Udemy
- End to End Test Automation with Playwright (TS/C#/Java), Udemy
- Playwright JS/TS Automation Testing from Scratch & Framework, Udemy