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Simon Mengistu

@simonmengistu

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Results-driven QA engineer with expertise in software testing.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a collaborative environment that values quality and innovation.

I am a results-driven QA engineer with a strong background in software testing, test planning, and defect management. My experience spans working under Agile Scrum methodology, where I have honed my skills in both manual and automated testing methodologies. I excel in developing and executing comprehensive test plans and test cases, ensuring that high-quality software products meet business requirements and customer expectations.

In my current role as a QA Engineer III at Lexia Learning, I lead QA projects, including significant updates, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality. My previous experiences at Great West Casualty and JOOR have equipped me with the ability to validate data, create test cases, and perform various testing types, including functional and regression testing. I am adept at quickly learning new technologies and applying them to solve complex problems, making me a valuable asset to any team.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

QA Engineer III

Current

Lexia Learning

Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Attended daily stand-ups and collaborated cross-functionally, demonstrating proficiency in Agile/Scrum methodology. Led QA projects like Angular updates, created test cases/cycles, and performed manual testing, identifying and logging bugs. Utilized SQL, Cyberduck, SQL Pro, Bamboo, and Jira for various tasks.

Agile Scrum Manual Testing SQL Jira Angular

QA Engineer

Great West Casualty

Aug 2023 - Nov 2024 (1 year 3 months)

Attended daily Scrum meetings and reviewed mapping documents for data validation. Validated data from various databases using SQL in Dbeaver and from mapping documents in UI. Created test cases, uploaded them to Jira, and performed manual testing, focusing on data validation and integrity.

Scrum Data Validation SQL DBeaver Jira Manual Testing Data Integrity

QA Engineer

JOOR

Nov 2022 - Aug 2023 (9 months)

Worked in accordance with Agile methodology, defining and reviewing project-level test estimates, strategies, and plans. Designed and performed Smoke, Functional, Integration, and Regression testing of services and APIs using SOAP UI, tracking defects with Jira. Coordinated with development teams for defect triage meetings and analyzed business requirements to determine testing needs.

Agile Methodology Test Planning Test Strategy Smoke Testing Functional Testing Integration Testing Regression Testing Jira API Testing SQL Jemeter

Product Support

JOOR

Aug 2019 - Nov 2022 (3 years 3 months)

Provided highly customized support to regional requests from key and enterprise accounts via chat, email, and phone. Advocated for client feature requests and technical fixes, collaborating cross-functionally with Customer Success, Product Support, Product, QA, and Data teams. Assisted with high-peak in-market activities like uploading collection data and confirming orders.

Customer Support Troubleshooting Order Management Communication

Amazon Consultant

Self Employed

Oct 2018 - Jul 2019 (9 months)

Optimized and monitored Amazon PPC Campaigns to improve performance. Built effective keyword lists for advertising campaigns. Managed inventory levels between manufacturers and distribution centers.

Keyword Research Campaign Optimization Inventory Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Stanford University

Certificate, Product Management

Studied product management principles and practices. Gained insights into product lifecycle, strategy, and market analysis.

International Business Management Institute

MBA, International Business Management

Pursued a Master of Business Administration with a focus on International Business Management. Developed skills in global business strategies, finance, and marketing.