Kenneth Gower
Senior Quality Assurance Analyst
Garland,TX
Summary
Ambitious Senior Quality Analyst with track record of dependability and leadership. Knowledgeable in QA methodology with proven history of reducing errors to increase quality. Proficient in preparing test cases, plans and scripts. Dedicated to analyzing and resolving defects.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Senior QA Analyst
TEKsystems
Richardson, TX
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with a cross-functional team to develop and maintain large-scale databases and web applications.
- Created Test Cases and Test Sets based on User Story acceptance criteria.
- Recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team to implement corrective actions.
- Edited, proofed and critiqued internal documents to improve clarity.
Senior QA Analyst
Id Software
Richardson, TX
10.2013 - 03.2022
- Developed and maintained quality assurance procedure documentation.
- Collaborated with management to provide training on improved processes and assisted with creation and maintenance of quality training.
- Worked as an embedded tester with the Level Design and Artificial Intelligence Teams to create test plans based on development requirements for all projects.
- Successfully mentored, developed, and trained new hires with our testing and bug tracking standards.
QA Tester
Blockdot
Dallas, TX
08.2011 - 10.2013
- Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
- Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
- Gathered data on integration issues and vulnerabilities, reported findings and recommended improvements.
QA Tester
LEGO Play Well Studios
Louisville, CO
06.2010 - 07.2011
- Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
- Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
- Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Game And Simulation Programming
DeVry University
Irving, TX 03.2011 - 03.2015
Skills
QA methodologies mastery
Software development knowledge
Automation knowledge
Defect monitoring
Manual test case preparation
Documentation skills
Training implementation
SQL understanding
Certification
SCRUMstudy Scrum Master Certified
Timeline
SCRUMstudy Scrum Master Certified
08-2023
Scaled Agile SAFe 6 Practitioner
10-2022
Senior QA Analyst
TEKsystems
03.2022 - 07.2023
Senior QA Analyst
Id Software
10.2013 - 03.2022
ISTQB Foundations Level Certified
10-2012
QA Tester
Blockdot
08.2011 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Science - Game And Simulation Programming
DeVry University
03.2011 - 03.2015
QA Tester
LEGO Play Well Studios
06.2010 - 07.2011