Josh Peterson
@joshpeterson
QA Automation Engineer with 6+ years of experience in testing.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a QA Automation Engineer with over six years of experience in designing and scaling API and UI test frameworks in fast-paced software environments. After a deliberate break to enhance my real-world communication and collaboration skills through client-facing sales roles, I have returned to technology with a renewed focus. My expertise lies in Python, TypeScript, and CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions and Docker, allowing me to build test systems that integrate seamlessly into modern DevOps workflows.
Throughout my career, I have taken ownership of test automation across multiple platforms, developing innovative solutions that have significantly improved efficiency. For instance, I created a Python-based API testing framework integrated with OpenAI’s API, which reduced triage efforts by 40% and accelerated developer response times. My ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to non-technical audiences has been honed through my experiences in sales and technology advisory roles, making me a valuable asset in cross-functional teams.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sales Consultant
Young Dodge
Apr 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Built rapport quickly with diverse clients to uncover real needs, translating into higher close rates and customer satisfaction. Sharpened interpersonal and objection-handling skills in a high-rejection, fast-turn sales environment.
Technology Advisor
Best Buy
Jun 2024 - Present (2 years 1 month)
Reconnected with frontline technology use by directly supporting hundreds of customers with their tech needs, deepening empathy for end uses. Honed ability to explain complex concepts clearly, on-the-fly, to non-technical audiences, skills crucial for QA communication.
SDET II
DAT Freight & Analytics
Jun 2022 - Present (4 years 1 month)
Took ownership of test automation across multiple undocumented internal platforms, building tools from scratch in a solo QA capacity under tight timelines. Developed a Python-based API testing framework integrated with OpenAI’s API to auto-generate detailed, contextual Jira tickets, reducing triage effort by 40% and accelerating developer response times.
SDET3
Strive Consulting
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 6 months)
Contributed to enterprise QA initiatives as part of a consulting team embedded with client organizations. Extended and maintained Python-based API testing frameworks, collaborating with devs to validate microservice integrations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
DevMountain
Immersive Web Development Bootcamp, Full-Stack Development
Completed an immersive web development bootcamp, gaining hands-on training in JavaScript, Node.js, AngularJS, and SQL. The program emphasized full-stack development principles and practices.
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
Website
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