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Mareena Boyd

Flower Mound,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented graduate with a Computer Science Degree seeking a challenging data analyst position to apply strong analytical skills, statistical knowledge, and proficiency in data visualization tools. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team by leveraging academic background in data analysis, along with hands-on experience gained through market basket analysis and healthcare data analysis projects. Aiming to contribute to data-driven decision-making processes and enhance organizational effectiveness through insightful data analysis.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Software Quality Assurance Analyst

Sqasquared
08.2023 - Current
  • Conducted thorough testing of software applications, identifying, and documenting defects, and collaborating with the development team for timely resolution.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and define test objectives, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to gather and analyze data-related requirements, ensuring data quality and integrity throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Utilized SQL queries to retrieve and analyze data from databases, identifying patterns and anomalies during the testing process.
  • Implemented an automated testing framework, improving test efficiency by 26% and reducing testing time by 40%.

Team Lead

National General Insurance Company
12.2015 - 05.2019
  • Utilized data analysis tools and techniques to assess team performance, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions.
  • Monitored team performance using key metrics, implemented improvement plans, and ensured alignment with project objectives.
  • Developed and delivered a training program for new hires, reducing onboarding times by 15% and improving overall team efficiency.
  • Conducted regular team meetings to discuss project updates, address challenges, and foster a collaborative work environment.
  • Developed and maintained effective relationships with key stakeholders to better understand their needs and expectations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Texas Woman's University
Denton
08.2023

Skills

  • Data Modeling
  • Technical Writing
  • Data Visualization and Presentations
  • SQL
  • Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Data Mapping
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Mining
  • Tableau Software
  • Data Storytelling
  • Data Cleaning

Certification

Codecademy Certificate in Business Intelligence Data Analyst, Codecademy, January 2024

  • Gained proficiency in data visualization and reporting using tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
  • Mastered the process of creating interactive dashboards and reports to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
  • Applied data cleaning and data preprocessing techniques to ensure data quality and accuracy.
  • Developed a strong foundation in understanding business needs and translating them into data-driven solutions.

Timeline

Software Quality Assurance Analyst

Sqasquared
08.2023 - Current

Team Lead

National General Insurance Company
12.2015 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Texas Woman's University
Mareena Boyd