TODD WESTERLIN
Omaha,NE
Summary
Detail-oriented QA Engineer with 5+ years of experience in testing mainframe, midrange, and API applications. Strong background in SQL for test data creation and verification, test case design, and execution using tools like Jira Test Management and Azure DevOps. Proven ability to work independently, adapt to changing requirements, and deliver quality software under both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Passionate about improving processes, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring traceability from requirements to deployment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior QA Engineer
Orion Advisor Tech
Omaha, NE
06.2021 - 05.2025
- Define, design, and implement comprehensive test plans for functional, integration, and regression testing of complex financial software systems.
- Create and maintain both automated and manual test cases, ensuring complete traceability from requirements to test results.
- Use SQL to develop sophisticated test data sets and validate back-end data consistency.
- Designed end-to-end testing frameworks with ReadyAPI and Cypress, decreasing critical defects by 35%.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, track and analyze quality metrics, and recommend actionable improvements to enhance test processes
- Adapt quickly to changing requirements and business priorities, ensuring timely and high-quality software delivery.
Business Analyst / QA Analyst
Xome
Omaha, NE
01.2017 - 06.2021
- Designed and executed manual and automated tests covering web applications, APIs, and backend systems.
- Authored and maintained automated scripts using ReadyAPI, Postman, and Cypress to increase testing coverage and efficiency.
- Participated in daily Agile stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospective meetings, providing insights on testing progress and quality risks.
- Proactively identified edge cases during sprint cycles, reducing post-deployment issues by 50%.
- Conducted root cause analysis of production issues, collaborating with developers to identify and implement corrective actions.
Production Support Analyst
American Title, Inc.
Omaha, NE
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Supported production environments, troubleshooting critical incidents and ensuring timely resolution to minimize business impact.
- Implemented monitoring solutions to proactively detect and address system anomalies.
- Documented recurring issues and coordinated with development teams to implement long-term fixes, improving overall system reliability.
Education
Bachelor's - Information Technology
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE01.2015
Associate's - Audiovisual Communications
Metropolitan Community College
Omaha, NE01.2011
Skills
- API Testing & Automation: ReadyApi, Postman, Cypress
- Test Management: Jira Test Management, Azure DevOps
- Programming: JavaScript, GroovyScript
- Database: SQL (test data creation, verification)
- Methodologies: Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, TDD/BDD
- Strong knowledge of information systems (hardware, software, network) and their application to business processes
Timeline
Senior QA Engineer
Orion Advisor Tech
06.2021 - 05.2025
Business Analyst / QA Analyst
Xome
01.2017 - 06.2021
Production Support Analyst
American Title, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor's - Information Technology
Bellevue University
Associate's - Audiovisual Communications
Metropolitan Community College
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