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Creativity. Innovation. Professionalism.

QA engineering, automation, AI-driven solutions, and modern web/application development with a focus on quality, innovation, and user experience.

About Me

Quality Assurance professional with over 10 years of experience in automation and manual testing, expert in test automation and CI/CD pipeline integration. Contracting for over 5 years and seeking both contract and permanent roles. Key achievements include the successful implementation of shift-left QA strategies in two products and the development of high-level automation test scripts using Playwright, Cypress, WebdriverIO, Appium, Detox and Maestro. Seeking a Test Engineer position, where my process evaluation and cross-function team coordination skills can support the business mission of innovating the testing process in a SDLC domain. Proficient in designing, implementing, and managing tests across product suites, with a strong track record in enhancing quality control and assurance metrics. During my tenure, CI/CD pipelines were built and maintained to improve real-time visibility and efficiency, and multiple automation frameworks were evaluated to match team skillsets and project scalability. For more details, visit www.steviebdesigns.co.uk.

Services

QA Services

Comprehensive manual and automated testing to ensure product quality, reliability, and performance. Expertise in test automation frameworks, CI/CD integration, exploratory testing, and shift-left QA strategies to improve efficiency and reduce defects early in the SDLC.

Application Development

Design and development of scalable, user-focused web and mobile applications. Proficient in modern technologies such as React, TypeScript, and Next.js, with a strong foundation in frontend/UI development and API integrations.

Digital & Web Strategy

Crafting data-driven digital strategies that align technology, design, and business goals. Experienced in optimizing user journeys, integrating digital assets, and ensuring cross-platform quality for websites and web applications.

Prompt & Contextual Engineering

Developing effective AI prompts and contextual workflows to enhance automation, testing, and digital applications. Leveraging AI tools to streamline processes, improve testing coverage, and optimize user interactions.

AI Integration Strategy

Guiding businesses in adopting and integrating AI within existing systems and workflows. Focused on leveraging AI for test automation, predictive analytics, and intelligent process optimization while ensuring scalability and alignment with business objectives.

Experience

Mobile QA Engineer

Stadion

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Championed and implemented shift-left QA approach in two products
  • Delivered live demonstrations of three automation frameworks
  • Built GitHub Actions CI/CD pipelines with automated reporting
  • Led weekly QA training sessions with live demos and video tutorials
  • Created comprehensive QA knowledge base and documentation
05/2025 - 07/2025Contract

Comprehensive manual testing and automation framework evaluation for mobile applications and web platforms.

MaestroGitHub ActionsCI/CDManual TestingExploratory TestingRegression TestingAgile
Work Experience

Test Engineer

Elsewhen

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Automated positive and negative test cases using Cypress/Playwright with TypeScript
  • Implemented Okta authentication for automation scripts with access tokens
  • Monitored CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions for PR merges
  • Introduced Playwright to new projects while phasing out Cypress
  • Acted as QA team advocate and spokesman in absence of QA lead
11/2023 - 06/2024Contract

Test automation using Cypress and Playwright with TypeScript, focusing on API testing and security integration.

CypressPlaywrightTypeScriptOktaAPI TestingSwaggerPostmanGitHub Actions
Work Experience

Automation Test Engineer

Kubrick Group

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Created QA processes from scratch including test strategies and test cases
  • Automated Kubrick applications with Cypress and JavaScript
  • Created and maintained CI pipelines in Azure DevOps with weekly scheduled runs
  • Developed test cases based on requirement-based stories from backlog
  • Created comprehensive release reports and documentation
08/2022 - 08/2023Contract

Created QA processes from scratch and automated test cases using Cypress with JavaScript.

CypressJavaScriptAzure DevOpsAPI TestingGITCI/CDTest Strategy
Work Experience

Manual Mobile Tester

TikTok

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Performed exploratory testing based on acceptance criteria
  • Conducted functional and behavioral regression/smoke testing
  • Tested both iOS and Android devices comprehensively
07/2022 - 08/2022Contract

Mobile testing specialist focusing on iOS and Android platforms with exploratory and regression testing.

Manual TestingiOS TestingAndroid TestingExploratory TestingRegression TestingAcceptance Criteria
Work Experience

Automation/Manual QA Tester

Curio

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Automated Curio's web testing and developed comprehensive QA processes
  • Established and monitored bug triage dashboard workflow
  • Integrated CRM tools like Instabug and Intercom for bug reporting
  • Conducted A/B testing and performance monitoring using Firebase and Looker
  • Led presentations on QA advancements and new technologies
04/2021 - 08/2022Contract

Led automation of QA processes using Cypress with TypeScript and Cucumber for web testing.

CypressTypeScriptCucumberStripeFirebaseLookerInstabugIntercomA/B Testing
Work Experience

QA Engineer

Efficio

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Performed comprehensive manual testing of procurement tools
  • Ensured quality standards for business-critical applications
11/2020 - 04/2021Contract

Contract manual testing for procurement tools and systems.

Manual TestingProcurement ToolsQuality Assurance
Work Experience

Mobile QA Tester

Tempcover

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Automated and manually tested new car insurance application
  • Used Detox and Cucumber for mobile test automation
  • Ensured quality standards for insurance platform
01/2020 - 06/2020Perm

Permanent role focusing on automation and manual testing for car insurance app using Detox and Cucumber.

DetoxCucumberMobile TestingCar InsuranceAutomationManual Testing
Work Experience

Software QA Tester

BBC

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Performed manual testing of BBC's toolkit
  • Ensured quality standards for media software
12/2019 - 01/2020Contract

Contract manual testing for BBC's toolkit and software systems.

Manual TestingBBC ToolkitSoftware Testing
Work Experience

QA Engineer

Clarksons Platou

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Tested cloud-based product with data parsing between applications
  • Implemented desktop automation using Cypress
  • Ensured data integrity across cloud applications
05/2019 - 08/2019Contract

Contract testing of cloud-based product with data parsing capabilities using Cypress for desktop automation.

CypressCloud TestingData ParsingDesktop AutomationManual Testing
Work Experience

Android and iOS Application Test Analyst

Tantalum Corporation

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Tested Motor Tech application for iOS and Android platforms
  • Integrated testing with ODB hardware systems
  • Ensured compatibility across mobile platforms
05/2018 - 02/2019Contract

Contract testing of Motor Tech application for both iOS and Android using ODB hardware integration.

iOS TestingAndroid TestingODB HardwareMotor TechMobile Applications
Work Experience

Quality Assurance Manager

Freedman International

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Managed team of 6 Quality Controllers and wider studio
  • Oversaw projects for major accounts: EA Games, Sage, and Fitbit
  • Coordinated between Designers, Developers, Art Workers, and Project Managers
09/2017 - 11/2017Contract

Contract QC Manager managing a team of 6 Quality Controllers and wider studio for major accounts including EA Games, Sage, and Fitbit.

Team ManagementQuality ControlEA GamesSageFitbitProject Management
Work Experience

Digital Quality Assurance Manager

William Lea Tag

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Managed digital quality assurance for H&M brand
  • Tested digital assets, email marketing, web, and video content
  • Ensured brand consistency across digital platforms
04/2017 - 09/2017Perm

Permanent role working for H&M testing digital assets, email marketing, web, and video assets.

Digital AssetsEmail MarketingWeb TestingVideo AssetsH&MQuality Assurance
Work Experience

Senior Digital Quality Controller

Schawk

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Managed digital quality control for Sky Digital
  • Tested comprehensive range of digital assets and marketing materials
  • Ensured quality standards for media content
06/2015 - 04/2017Perm

Permanent role working for Sky Digital testing digital assets, email marketing, web, and video assets.

Digital AssetsEmail MarketingWeb TestingVideo AssetsSky DigitalQuality Control
Work Experience

Account Manager

Telappliant

London, United Kingdom

Key Achievements:

  • Managed VoIP solutions for major clients
  • Handled account for Millwall Football Club
  • Developed client relationships and technical solutions
08/2013 - 06/2015Perm

Account Manager for VoIP solutions managing accounts including Millwall Football Club.

VoIP SolutionsAccount ManagementClient RelationsTelecommunications
Work Experience

Work Placement - Graphic Designer

Apptomix

San Diego, California, USA

Key Achievements:

  • Designed graphics and frontend components for CMS
  • Gained international work experience in San Diego
  • Developed foundational design and development skills
08/2008 - 03/2009Work Experience

Graphic and Frontend Designer for content management system development.

Graphic DesignFrontend DesignContent ManagementWeb Design
Work Experience

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Multimedia and Internet Technology

University of Greenwich

09/2006 - 06/2010

London, United Kingdom

Comprehensive degree program covering multimedia design, internet technologies, web development, and digital media production. Focused on practical applications of technology in digital media and web-based solutions.

Multimedia DesignInternet TechnologyWeb DevelopmentDigital Media

Professional Certifications & Training

Pytest with Selenium

Completed January 2025

2025

Advanced training in Python-based test automation using Pytest framework with Selenium WebDriver for comprehensive web application testing.

Automation Framework Training

Udemy Course

Recent

Completed Udemy course covering different automation framework disciplines with practical project examples showcased in online portfolio.

Technical Expertise & Skills

Test Automation Frameworks:

CypressPlaywrightSeleniumPytestMaestroDetox

Programming Languages:

TypeScriptJavaScriptPython

Tools & Technologies:

GitHub ActionsAzure DevOpsCI/CDAPI TestingPostmanSwaggerAgileCucumber

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