André Portes
@andrportes
Dynamic Software QA Specialist with expertise in automation testing.
BrazilWhat I'm looking for
I am a Software QA Specialist with over 5 years of experience in both manual and automation testing within agile environments. My proficiency in creating robust test automation frameworks using tools like Selenium and Cypress, along with API testing using Postman and RestAssured, has enabled me to contribute significantly to software quality assurance. I am a collaborative team player skilled in CI/CD pipelines and version control, dedicated to ensuring high-quality software delivery through thorough testing and defect resolution.
Throughout my career, I have achieved notable milestones, including increasing automated test coverage for functionality by 30% across multiple software projects, leading the implementation of CI/CD processes that reduced deployment times by 40%, and developing comprehensive test plans that resulted in a 25% decrease in post-release defects. My experience spans various roles, from Software QA Automation Engineer to Software Quality Assurance Analyst, where I have honed my skills in executing end-to-end testing and developing automation scripts for diverse systems.
I am passionate about leveraging my technical skills and experience to enhance software quality and contribute to the success of my team. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and ensure the delivery of high-quality software products.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Software QA Automation Engineer
Hyqoo
Apr 2024 - Present (2 years 6 months)
Responsible for end-to-end testing and automation script development for SavageXFenty UI's and APIs. Enhanced automated test coverage and reported non-conformity issues.
Architected and scaled UI and API automation frameworks in Java and TypeScript/Playwright, integrated into CI/CD. Standardized automation patterns across WebdriverIO, PactumJS, and RestAssured, reaching 85% automated coverage and cutting manual regression effort by 25%.
Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer
Hyqoo
Mar 2024 - Aug 2025 (1 year 5 months)
Built and maintained Java + RestAssured API automation and TypeScript/Playwright UI suites, increasing coverage by 30% and reducing regression time by 40%. Validated back-end data across SQL and MongoDB, improving data integrity and lowering data-related defects by 25%.
Software Quality Assurance Engineer II
WEX
Sep 2023 - Apr 2024 (7 months)
Executed integration, functional, and end-to-end tests for the Wex Health System. Developed automation scripts and gathered requirements from stakeholders.
Led testing across the WEX Health platform, validating 50+ scenarios per release with C#, Java/RestAssured, and Postman. Built RestAssured API tests and validated MongoDB-backed services, increasing coverage by 30%+ and reducing manual regression by 25%.
Conducted various testing types for the Dell Financial System, including performance tests and automation script development.
Delivered comprehensive testing across the Dell Financial System, validating 100+ scenarios per release. Built and maintained automated tests in Java and C#, increasing coverage by 35%+ and reducing regression time by 30%.
Software Quality Assurance Engineer
Unify
Nov 2017 - Sep 2022 (4 years 10 months)
Tested telecom platforms with integration and E2E testing and built Java automation using TestNG. Created RestAssured API tests and SIP-based automation scripts, improving test efficiency by 30%+.
Master Service
Master Service
Jan 2017 - Jan 2021 (4 years)
Managed resources and provided operational support for custom projects, including mechanical and electrical maintenance.
Performed integration, functional, and E2E tests for OpenScape Contact Center. Developed web and contact-center automation in Java with TestNG, increasing automated coverage by 30%.
Electronic Engineering Intern
UTFPR
Mar 2017 - Sep 2017 (6 months)
Involved in PCB manufacture and embedded systems firmware development, ensuring project functionality.
Technical Assistant for CNC Systems Development
UTFPR
Jun 2016 - Jul 2016 (1 month)
Assisted in CNC project development, system assembly, calibration, and functional assurance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Federal University of Technology - Parana
Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
2017 - 2023
Studied Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering, focusing on the principles of electrical engineering, circuit design, and communication systems.
Federal University of Technology - Parana
Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Drafting and CAD
2014 - 2017
Pursued a degree in Electrical/Electronics Drafting and Electrical/Electronics CAD/CADD, gaining skills in drafting and design for electrical systems.
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