Bill Horst
@webhorst
I develop and test software using fluent skills in Python, automation, QA, CI/CD pipelines, and troubleshooting to best fulfill end-user expectations.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I've led QA and test automation for EPAM Systems and Trimble's SketchUp DevOps team, executing Python-based and manual regression testing and release validation across macOS, Windows and VM environments.
My Python and Bash tools reduced manual verification time by 35–40% at Trimble, and my process documentation work at EPAM eliminated half of repetitive technical-support questions.
Across development, test automation, build, and release engineering roles, I've improved CI/CD pipelines, AWS operations, and release reliability using Jira, Git, Bamboo, Jenkins, Python, Java, Linux CL, Perl and Bash scripting.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
I worked on assignment at a Big-5, multinational corporation where I:
• Executed and debugged Python-based hardware performance and regression tests on Mac-hosted test stations
• Authored precise step-by-step documentation for test workflows, debugging procedures, and engineering tools.
I was a QA engineer embedded in a DevOps team where I:
• Oversaw Quality Assurance operations for the SketchUp DevOps team, coordinating automated testing, release validation, and CI/CD execution to ensure builds met reliability expectations on Windows and macOS platforms.
• Wrote Python & Bash scripts that interfaced with AWS Lambda and REST API Services to provide internal tools and
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Illinois State University
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with a Computer Science focus from Illinois State University.
San Jose State University
Graduate Studies, Business Administration
Graduate studies in Business Administration, completing 14 courses.
Sun Microsystems (Oracle)
Certification, Java Programming
Advanced training and certification in Java Programming.
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