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Ethan Noonkester

@ethannoonkester

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I’m an analytical IT student focused on QA testing, troubleshooting, and clear bug documentation.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking a remote part-time QA tester role (10–24 hours/week) where I can apply my analytical troubleshooting skills and write clear bug reports, while I complete my IT networking, computer science, and cybersecurity studies.

I’m an analytical IT student pursuing dual Associates in IT Networking and Computer Science, along with a Cybersecurity Certificate. I bring a strong foundation in systematic troubleshooting, technical documentation, and identifying root causes across both hardware and software systems.

I’m especially drawn to QA because I naturally stress-test systems, look for edge cases, and translate complex technical problems into clear, actionable bug reports. Through coursework and hands-on work, I’ve built confidence with networking concepts, Linux and Windows administration fundamentals, and cybersecurity awareness.

I’ve practiced structured troubleshooting and technical communication as a peer instructor in Electricity & Electronics, where I mentored junior classmen and refined how I explain difficult concepts to different learning styles. I also maintain independent performance in a part-time delivery role, handling in-app technical issues and real-world logistical problem-solving without outside support.

I’m looking for a remote, part-time QA tester opportunity where my methodical testing approach, attention to detail, and self-motivation can help improve product quality while I continue completing my degrees.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Delivery Driver

Current

DoorDash

Jan 2020 - Present (6 years 4 months)

Maintained consistent performance in a gig-based delivery role while balancing coursework and family caregiving responsibilities. Resolved in-app technical issues and real-world logistical problems independently while ensuring delivery accuracy and managing customer communication under time pressure.

Independent Troubleshooting Customer Communications Time Management

Peer Instructor

Smyth Career & Technology Center

Jan 2016 - Jan 2018 (2 years)

Mentored and instructed junior classmen in electrical systems, circuit analysis, and troubleshooting methodologies, translating complex concepts for diverse learning styles. Reinforced systematic problem-solving through hands-on debugging and technical communication.

Circuit Analysis Root Cause Analysis Technical Writing Technical Mentoring Problem Solving

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Virginia Highlands Community College

Associate of Applied Science, IT Networking

Activities and societies: Relevant coursework includes CCNA networking (in progress) and Linux/Windows Server study.

Pursuing an Associate of Applied Science in IT Networking at Virginia Highlands Community College, with expected graduation in May 2027. Developing skills aligned to networking fundamentals and troubleshooting methodologies.

Virginia Highlands Community College

Associate of Applied Science, Computer Science

Activities and societies: Completed Python problem-solving and programming; studying computer organization (RISC-V) and related coursework.

Pursuing an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Science with expected graduation in May 2027. Building programming and computer organization knowledge with a focus on systematic problem-solving.

Virginia Highlands Community College

Cybersecurity Certificate, Cybersecurity

Activities and societies: In progress: Introduction to Cybersecurity (Cisco curriculum).

Pursuing a Cybersecurity certificate at Virginia Highlands Community College with expected completion by May 2027. Completing cybersecurity curriculum aligned to foundational security concepts.

Smyth Career & Technology Center

Electricity & Electronics program, Electrical & Electronics

2014 - 2018

Activities and societies: Debugged a SkillsUSA competition robot, troubleshot renewable energy systems, and served as a peer instructor for junior students.

Completed an Electricity & Electronics program at Smyth Career & Technology Center (2014–2018), gaining hands-on training with electrical systems and NEC compliance. Applied troubleshooting experience through projects including a competition robot and renewable energy systems.