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michael lawrence

@michaellawrence

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QA lead analyst with a focus on performance optimization.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that challenges my QA skills and offers opportunities for growth.

I am a dedicated QA Lead Analyst with over three years of experience in application and web testing. My expertise lies in test case writing and performance optimization, where I work closely with cross-functional teams to identify issues early in the development lifecycle. This proactive approach ensures the delivery of high-quality products that meet user expectations.

Currently, I am leading QA efforts for the new browser trading app at Robinhood Markets, where I adapt quickly to evolving feature releases and product updates. My role involves collaborating with developers, product managers, and designers to ensure smooth integration of new features while maintaining agile testing workflows. I have a proven track record of executing regression and smoke testing for various applications, including high-traffic platforms like Spotify and Nike, ensuring seamless user experiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

QA Lead

Current

Plus QA / Robinhood Markets, Inc.

Jun 2023 - Present (2 years)

As a QA Lead, I oversee the QA efforts for the new browser trading app Robinhood Legend, adapting to evolving feature releases and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality product delivery. I test various trading functionalities and maintain agile testing workflows in a fast-paced environment.

Agile Performance Optimization Regression Testing Smoke Testing Jira

QA Analyst

Plus QA

Jul 2019 - Jun 2023 (3 years 11 months)

In my role as a QA Analyst, I executed regression and smoke testing for frequent updates, ensuring existing functionalities remained intact. I contributed to the development of various web and mobile applications, enhancing overall product quality.

Regression Testing Smoke Testing Cross Functional Collaboration Performance Testing Jira

Support Technician

Frazer Computing

Sep 2018 - Jul 2019 (10 months)

As a Support Technician, I provided installation, configuration, and troubleshooting support for software solutions. I collaborated with development teams to identify software bugs, ensuring timely resolutions and improved functionality.

Support Software Installation Configuration Troubleshooting Client Communication Customer Service Technical Documentation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Science, Information Technology

2017 - 2020

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, focusing on various aspects of IT including software development, systems analysis, and project management.