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HIDIR SEN

@hidirsen1

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Results-driven Software Development Engineer in Test with 5+ years experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth opportunities in test automation.

I am a results-driven Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with over 5 years of experience delivering high-quality, scalable software solutions in the hospitality domain. My expertise lies in Java, Selenium WebDriver, and API Testing, where I consistently increase test coverage and reduce release risk. I have a strong background in AI-powered test automation and CI/CD pipelines, which allows me to leverage cutting-edge technologies to enhance automation efficiency.

Throughout my career, I have built custom automation frameworks that significantly cut regression time and boost test coverage. My role at Hilton involved automating UI tests and developing API tests that identified integration defects, ensuring seamless backend integrations. I am passionate about mentoring junior testers and driving collaborative processes that lead to continuous improvement in testing practices.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

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Hilton

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

As a Software Development Engineer in Test at Hilton, I built custom automation frameworks, automated UI tests, and developed API tests, significantly improving test coverage and reducing regression time. I also integrated automation into CI/CD pipelines and mentored junior testers.

Java Postman Cucumber Gherkin Jenkins SQL Maven

QA Automation Engineer

Knowland

Feb 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 11 months)

In my role as a QA Automation Engineer at Knowland, I automated functional and regression tests, ensuring data accuracy through SQL validations and integrating automation suites into Jenkins, which led to zero major regressions over six months.

TestNG SQL Jenkins Agile Automation Testing Regression Testing Data Validation Continuous Delivery

QA Tester

Marriott

Jan 2020 - Feb 2022 (2 years 1 month)

As a QA Tester at Marriott, I performed both manual and automated testing for web applications, implemented regression testing, and conducted SQL validations to ensure data consistency, contributing to Agile sprints with a perfect on-time delivery rate.

Manual Testing Automated Testing SQL Agile Regression Testing Test Plans UI Testing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Sakarya University

Bachelor's Degree, Tourism Management

2010 - 2014

Completed a Bachelor's Degree in Tourism Management, focusing on the principles of tourism, hospitality management, and customer service. Developed skills in managing tourism operations and understanding market dynamics.

Scoala Nationala de Studii Politice si Administrative

Bachelor's Degree, International Economics

2012 - 2013

Pursued a Bachelor's Degree in International Economics through the Erasmus program, gaining insights into global economic systems, trade policies, and international relations.