Rachael Smith
Nashville,TN
Summary
Dedicated software tester with a strong background in acceptance, functional, and regression testing. Demonstrated ability to ensure product quality standards through thorough test case development and execution. Skilled in utilizing enterprise-level Web and Windows applications to test front-end, workflow, database, and integration components. Proficient in QA processes and methodologies. Seeking to leverage technical expertise and experience to contribute to a software testing role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Live Event Audio/Visual Technician
AVTS
Nashville, TN
05.2022 - Current
- Successfully achieved the role of Crew Lead within my first year in this industry due to my flexibility in skills in audio, video, and lighting, along with proven experience leading teams.
- Assist with load-ins and out, handling setup of projectors, large 20X11 projector screens with drape, audio equipment, sound boards, cabling, trusses, LED pars, leko lights, and cameras. Events range from 50 to 5000 attendees, with direct involvement in running soundboards, cameras, and programming lights.
- Collaborates with fellow contractors, ensuring clear communication and understanding of client requests and available materials.
- Successfully handles challenges, such as resolving conflicts among contractors and addressing technical issues with clients' requests or equipment.
Career Pause for Health and Wellness
.
03.2021 - 04.2022
Ediscovery Analyst
Deloitte
Nashville, TN
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Coordinated, responded to, and resolved high-priority data collection requests.
- Assisted in developing effective database searches.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on projects involving data analysis and interpretation.
QA Software Tester
Bamboo Solutions
Remote
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Performed acceptance, functional, and regression testing to ensure product quality standards.
- Wrote multiple test cases for 42 products across four separate environments, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Managed systems administration and release management tasks, including keeping the company's SQL database up to date.
- Led daily Scrum ceremonies as the Scrum Master of both development and cloud teams, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
- Collaborated with Product Owners to prioritize and groom the product backlog, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs.
- Ensured application compatibility across various platforms and devices.
- Conducted performance, load, and stress testing to evaluate system stability..
- Prepared and maintained test documentation for future reference.
- Maintained an extensive library of test cases, updating for current needs.
- Documented bugs with TFS and reported defects to developers.
Education
Associates in Computer Science -
Nashville State Community College
01.2023
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Agile Methodologies
- Ability to learn new concepts quickly
- Test documentation
- Attention to detail
- Strong Problem Solver
- Active Listening
Certification
- Certified Tester Foundation Level, ISTQB - May 2024
Timeline
Live Event Audio/Visual Technician
AVTS
05.2022 - Current
Career Pause for Health and Wellness
.
03.2021 - 04.2022
Ediscovery Analyst
Deloitte
01.2020 - 02.2021
QA Software Tester
Bamboo Solutions
01.2017 - 12.2018
Associates in Computer Science -
Nashville State Community College
- Certified Tester Foundation Level, ISTQB - May 2024
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