Rebecca Miller
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly experienced Senior QA Engineer with 10+ years of experience in manual and automated testing across benefits, payroll, and annuity domains. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop test strategies, lead regression efforts, and deliver high-impact results for complex enterprise systems. Known for ensuring product quality, gathering business requirements, and communicating technical information across all levels. Strong background in annuities, SQL, Agile methodologies, and enterprise QA tools.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior QA Engineer
ADP
Des Moines, IA
01.2017 - Current
- - Created and executed manual test cases for payroll, benefits, and HCM systems
- - Collaborated globally with QA, Dev, and BA teams to ensure test quality and coverage
- - Led year-end test validation across a client base totaling $400M+ in payroll processing
- - SME for EOI implementation and troubleshooting
- - Translated business requirements into clear, actionable test scenarios
- - Conducted regression, integration, and UAT testing cycles
Software Developer II
Principal Financial Group
Des Moines, IA
02.2013 - 06.2016
- - Developed and maintained mainframe-based annuity applications (COBOL, JCL, DB2)
- - Conducted unit and manual testing of financial systems, wrote Gherkin-based test cases
- - Participated in Agile sprints, daily standups, and defect documentation
- - Supported production issues and performed root cause analysis
- - Used Java for front-end development and integrated with back-end data storage systems
Software Developer Intern
Principal Financial Group
Des Moines, IA
05.2012 - 08.2012
- - Assisted in documentation, JCL updates, and code maintenance
- - Worked with senior developers on annuity-related enhancements
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Software
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Grand View University
Des Moines, IA01.2010
Skills
- Languages: Java, COBOL, SQL, JavaScript, VB, HTML, XML, C#
- Tools & Platforms: JIRA, Confluence, ReadyAPI, WinSQL, Jenkins, Admin Launcher, Stash, BenMark, Vantage
- Methodologies: Agile (Scrum, Kanban), SAFe, TDD, BDD, Manual Testing, Regression Testing
- Databases: DB2, SQL Server
- Other: Health & Welfare Service Engine, EOI Rules Testing, HCM Systems, Mainframe
Accomplishments
- - Led end-to-end testing for annual payroll runs impacting $500M+ revenue across 400+ clients
Timeline
Senior QA Engineer
ADP
01.2017 - Current
Software Developer II
Principal Financial Group
02.2013 - 06.2016
Software Developer Intern
Principal Financial Group
05.2012 - 08.2012
Associate of Science - Computer Software
Indian Hills Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Grand View University