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Melanie Jones

@melaniejones

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Experienced test manager with a strong focus on Agile strategies.

Italy

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for remote work that values creativity and innovation, where I can utilize my testing expertise and content creation skills.

With over 8 years of extensive experience in both public and private sectors, I have honed my skills as a senior test manager, specializing in Agile development strategies. My career has spanned various roles, including managing testing strategies for major projects and leading teams across international borders. I pride myself on my strong customer focus and my ability to drive process improvements in testing and QA.

In addition to my testing expertise, I am also a successful author with over 30 published novels and a content creator on YouTube. My diverse background allows me to bring a unique perspective to my work, combining technical skills with creative storytelling. I am currently seeking remote opportunities that leverage my extensive experience in testing and my passion for content creation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Author, Content Creator, Voice Actor

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Self Employed

Currently runs two monetized YouTube channels, demonstrating expertise in content creation and audience engagement. Has successfully published over 30 novels, showcasing strong writing and editing skills. Provides voice acting for numerous animated projects, highlighting versatility and vocal talent.

Content Creation Video Editing SEO Publishing Digital Marketing

Programme Test Manager

Friends Life/AXA

Aug 2010 - Jun 2011 (10 months)

Managed all testing strategy and activity across a portfolio of major projects for a leading UK Life and Pensions provider. This included overseeing offshore and onshore teams, liaising with third parties, and driving corporate process improvement and innovation in testing and QA.

Test Management QA Process Improvement Stakeholder Management Agile Methodologies Portfolio Management Third Party Coordination

QA Manager

Other (Digital Agency)

Feb 2010 - Aug 2010 (6 months)

Operated in a hands-on QA role within an Agile environment, collaborating closely with developers. Focused on ensuring quality and efficiency in digital projects.

QA Management Agile Development Software Testing Quality Assurance

Programme Test Manager at Boots

Steria

Sep 2009 - Jan 2010 (4 months)

Managed a large offshore capability while working closely with the client in both a sales and technical capacity. This role involved strategic oversight and client relationship management.

Client Relationship Management Sales Technical Consulting Project Management

Head of Testing and QA

Web Technology Group

Sep 2008 - Aug 2009 (11 months)

Headed up testing and QA for the company's deliverables, including introducing a corporate QA strategy and refining processes. Managed program-level testing across high-profile security-cleared projects for key clients. Facilitated the company's transition to Agile development and introduced automated testing.

QA Strategy Process Improvement Test Management Automated Testing Security Cleared Projects Quality Assurance

Programme Test Manager

Innovation Group

May 2008 - Sep 2008 (4 months)

Managed testing strategy for numerous concurrent development projects, both internal and for external blue-chip clients. Oversaw UK-based staff, offshore teams in Pakistan and India, and subcontractors from IBM. Assumed responsibility for release management, change management, and retrofitting due to restructuring.

Test Management Release Management Change Management Software Testing Project Management Quality Assurance IBM Subcontractor Management

Senior Consultant

FocusFrame (a division of Hexaware)

Oct 2007 - May 2008 (7 months)

Served as a consultant project manager within a leading QA/Testing consultancy. Managed the development and delivery of automated test scripts for future regression testing of Schneider Electric's SAP environments, overseeing two offshore scripting teams in Mexico and India. This role involved extensive international travel.

Senior Consultant Project Management Automated Testing Regression Testing QA Testing

Programme Test Manager

VectorCommand Ltd.

Mar 2007 - Oct 2007 (7 months)

Managed all aspects of testing and QA for Prince 2 software projects, ensuring a high level of quality for critical emergency services software. Introduced an innovative and technically advanced testing solution, enabling global sales and delivery of applications and infrastructure. Responsibilities included planning test strategies, coordinating UAT, designing automated test environments, managin

Test Manager QA Management Test Planning UAT Management Automated Testing Network Simulation Testing

QA Analyst

Deverill Ltd.

Sep 2005 - Mar 2007 (1 year 6 months)

Performed duties as a QA Analyst, contributing to quality assurance processes and testing activities. Ensured software quality and adherence to standards.

QA Analyst Quality Assurance Software Testing Test Execution

Test Manager and Release Manager

Aegis Media (a division of Carat)

Feb 2004 - May 2005 (1 year 3 months)

Managed testing and release processes for projects within the company. Ensured the quality and timely delivery of software releases.

Test Manager Release Manager Software Testing Quality Assurance Project Delivery Release Management

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Test Manager

Defra (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs –

Jan 2002 - Feb 2004 (2 years 1 month)

Managed testing activities for various projects within the department, ensuring quality and compliance. Contributed to software development as a developer.

Test Manager Software Development Quality Assurance Software Testing

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