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Adelaide in a few words
Experienced professional in software development and quality assurance automation. Proficient in Java (including SpringBoot) and SQL (MySQL & PostgreSQL), with expertise in Python, Ruby, and C++. Skilled in APIs, Postman, Kafka, RabbitMQ, K6, Gremlin, Datadog, Micrometer, Selenium, Capybara, TDD, BDD (Cucumber), Git, Tableau, PowerBI, and Jira.
As a QA Engineer at Currencycloud, I developed robust QA tests using Cucumber and Java for API microservices, performed manual testing for seamless user experience, supported agile teams, and managed pipeline monitoring using Datadog and Jenkins.
Designed onboarding program for junior engineers, created dashboards for team KPIs. Former Junior Java SDET Consultant at Sparta Global, working with Ruby, BDD, and Agile for government client.
As Lead Instructor at Code First Girls, taught Python and Data & SQL. CFG Ambassador, engaged in tech community. Holds ISTQB CTFL and CFGdegree in Data Science with distinction. Strong analytical skills using numpy, pandas, matplotlib, SciKit. Completed courses on Python, Apps, Data & SQL, and won a group project on spreadsheet data analysis.
Well-rounded with extensive experience, dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions and collaborating effectively.
Experience
- CurrencyCloudJunior QA EngineerBANKING & INSURANCEOctober 2022 - Today (2 years and 2 months)Precise and Clear Rewrite:- Developed QA tests using Cucumber and Java to test API microservices, encompassing both component-level and end-to-end testing.- Conducted manual testing to verify end-to-end flows involving external services.- Supported my agile team by taking on development tickets.- Implemented non-functional testing for new services, including performance tests using K6. Also experimented with Gremlin to simulate lost connections.- Managed pipeline monitoring and made improvements using Datadog and Jenkins. Recently, resolved port forwarding issues after investigating failures and recurring logs, thereby enhancing stability.- Designed an onboarding program for junior engineers that involved projects utilizing Kafka, APIs, and SpringBoot.- Created dashboards for monitoring team KPIs, which included pipeline stability and service throughput.
- Code First GirlsAmbassadorEDUCATION & E-LEARNINGOctober 2022 - Today (2 years and 2 months)Actively representing and engaging with the CFG community in online discussions and forums.
- Code First GirlsLead InstructorEDUCATION & E-LEARNINGSeptember 2022 - Today (2 years and 3 months)Leading weekly evening classes, supporting students out of hours.Courses taught: Introduction to Python, and Introduction to Data & SQL.
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Education
- BSc (Hons) MathematicsUniversity of Lincoln2022Job Application Summary: First Class Honours BSc Hons degree in Mathematics, where I specialised in a wide range of subjects including numerical analysis, calculus, statistics, fluid dynamics, group theory, mathematical physics, and tensor analysis. For my final year project, I researched the Mathematics of Image Processing and Recognition, utilising C++ and Python to model neural networks. Throughout my academic journey, I developed programming skills in C++, Python, and Matlab, with a particular emphasis on numerical analysis and methods. Alongside my studies, I actively participated as a student representative, advocating for third-year mathematics students. I also served as a Student Researcher-Developer, contributing to a research project dedicated to fostering diversity within the foundation year.
- CFGdegree Data ScienceCode First Girls2022Analysis using analytical libraries such as numpy, pandas, matplotlib, and SciKit. Research analysis project focussing on gender distribution in education, using geolocation API to map results.
Certifications
- Certified Tester Foundation LevelISTQB2022