David Wilson

Wrote Test Strategy and oversaw the complete lifecycle of testing on Equinor Morningstar Market and Price project

• Coordinated testing activities along with the project manager and developers using MS Azure DevOps for Test and Defect management.
• Saved time by reviewing project deliverables to ensure they met quality standards.
• Determined quality assurance benchmarks and outlined testing and acceptance strategies.
• Wrote and updated manual test cases for team use, maintaining optimal organization for maximum productivity.

• Provided leadership in developing best practices for continuous improvement initiatives across all areas for quality and processes for Data Centre build.
• Developed SOPs outlining quality control policies and procedures.
• Monitored build performance against customer specifications and standards, ensuring that all products from the build process met the required standards.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams in the development of Data Centre build products and processes to ensure high levels of quality were maintained throughout the design and build phase.

• Ensured compliance with applicable Payment channel regulations and rulebook changes related to software testing and other relevant procedures at all times.
• Designed, wrote, and championed new LEAN 'One Page' templates for all test documents used pan Bank by test teams that saved time and millions of pounds for the bank.
• Coordinated Business acceptance testing activities along with project managers and developers for Natwest Bank's changes for Brexit.
• Oversaw the complete lifecycle of testing on SEPA Payments projects.
• Reviewed test cases, scenarios, and scripts for accuracy, completeness, and coverage.
• Facilitated training sessions on software testing best practices for new hires.
• Created and optimized automated testing tools for repetitive tasks.
• Met project scope and delivery dates by planning optimal testing schedules.
• Wrote and updated manual test cases for team use, maintaining optimal organization for maximum productivity.
• Tracked testing actions and recommendations using advanced proficiency in JIRA and Confluence.
• Worked with Agile and Scrum methodologies to accomplish project milestones and meet demanding timelines.
• Designed and Simulated software production environments to allow for enhanced testing.

• Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout implementation of IBM Modular Cloud
• Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
• Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.

• Collaborated with New Zealand Ministry of Health and Supplier stakeholders to gain a complete understanding of project test goals and objectives in implementing the new North Island Patient management system.
• Worked closely with project test resources to support employee management and organizational test planning.
• Created plans to propose solutions to test problems related to efficiency and costs.
• Implemented test strategies to take advantage of new opportunities for automation.
• Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions in the systems supplied.
• Organized client meetings to provide project test updates.

• Wrote Test Strategy and coordinated agreement and risk analysis with developers, testers, project managers, and other stakeholders throughout the entire software testing life cycle.
• Organized training sessions for new team members on different types of software testing techniques.
• Collaborated with product owners to define acceptance criteria for sprints based on customer feedback.
• Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.

• Analyzed system specifications and identified potential risks associated with the development process.
• Created and optimized automated testing tools for repetitive tasks.
• Implemented best practices for defect tracking using JIRA bug tracking tool.
• Managed multiple concurrent projects while ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
• Conducted user acceptance tests by working closely with end users to validate functionality as per their expectations.
• Coordinated with developers, testers, project managers and other stakeholders throughout the entire software testing life cycle.
• Monitored progress of each sprint and provided regular updates to key stakeholders.
• Developed test plans, strategies and schedules for software testing projects.
• Integrated automated assessment software using CI/CD processes to support continuous operation.
• Crafted and executed organizational QA processes, procedures and best practices to maintain enhancement and standards testing programs.

• Wrote Test Strategy and analyzed system specifications and identified potential risks associated with the development process for new network infrastructure.
• Reviewed project deliverables to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Reviewed test results prior to release in order to verify accuracy before deployment into the production environment.
• Worked with off-site teams to complete timely tests and facilitate smooth product releases.
• Met project scope and delivery dates by planning optimal testing schedules.

• Developed and updated project plans to document objectives, technologies, schedules, and funding.
• Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
• Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
• Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
• Focused on project monitoring and management by developing forecasts and tracking expenses.

• Created and optimized automated testing tools for repetitive tasks to increase the speed of changes to production.
• Assisted in creating user acceptance test plans based on user stories from Agile methodology teams.
• Reviewed customer feedback related to application performance and identified areas for improvement.
• Collaborated with developers and other stakeholders to identify potential issues in software applications.
• Ensured that all new features were properly tested before releasing them into the production environment.
• Documented, triaged, and managed defects in the FlyBuys points loyalty application and worked with developers to facilitate timely resolutions.

• Assisted in developing and implementing different workflows and communication processes to ensure the accurate configuration management of the server landscape for Telecom New Zealand.
• Identified risks and assessed potential impact, consulting with clients to prepare mitigation plan.
• Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
• Analyzed complex information from multiple sources to identify patterns or trends that could be used as a basis for decision-making.
• Drafted proposals outlining solutions to identified issues in the organization.
• Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand the network and server performance.

• Completed unit and regression tests on software and individual modules.
• Reviewed test cases designed by other team members and provided feedback on their accuracy.
• Worked with Agile and Scrum methodologies to accomplish project milestones and meet demanding timelines.
• Conducted UAT tests, identified issues, and reported results to stakeholders.
• Created and maintained a database of common and known testing defects.
• Actively involved in setting up environments required for performing end-to-end tests before releasing a product into the production environment.
• Facilitated meetings with stakeholders to discuss the progress of UAT testing activities.

• Monitored the development of custom testing software to maintain reliability.
• Reviewed test results prior to release in order to verify accuracy before deployment into the production environment.
• Provided technical guidance and support to junior team members on all aspects of manual and automated testing activities.
• Managed multiple concurrent projects while ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
• Documented, triaged, and managed defects in customer billing software and worked with developers to facilitate timely resolutions.

• Collaborated with management to establish testing plans develop improvement strategies.
• Managed a team of testers in the execution of manual and automated tests.
• Collaborated with development teams to ensure quality of product releases.

• Coordinated testing activities along with project managers and developers.
• Determined quality assurance benchmarks and outlined testing and acceptance strategies.
• Provided technical guidance and support to junior team members on all aspects of manual and automated testing activities.
• Developed comprehensive reports on application performance metrics for senior management review.
• Analyzed system specifications and identified potential risks associated with the development process.
• Oversaw the complete lifecycle of testing on the new New Zealand vaccination recording application project.

• Managed a team of testers in the execution of manual and automated tests for the ATLAS project.
• Collaborated with development teams to ensure quality of product releases.
• Planned, implemented and monitored software testing by coordinating with staff and holding test review meetings.
• Performed additional tests on server loads and database queries.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams in the development of new products and processes to ensure high levels of quality were maintained throughout the delivery phase for the new MS Office upgrade for the Air Traffic Control network.
• Ensured effective implementation of corrective actions to resolve any identified issues or discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Provided leadership in developing best practices for continuous improvement initiatives across the project team.

• Ensured that all software products met industry standards before release for the ASB Bank pension application.
• Tracked progress against project timelines and communicated any delays or risks appropriately.
• Developed data management plans to collect, manage and analyze data.
• Provided feedback on software design documents to ensure quality standards were met.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams in the development of new products and processes to ensure high levels of quality were maintained throughout the project delivery.

• Developed and updated project plans to document objectives, technologies, schedules, and funding.
• Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
• Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.

• Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
• Facilitated resolution of conflicts between team members when necessary.
• Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
• Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.

• Monitored server performance and optimized resource utilization using tools such as CA Unicentre.
• Analyzed intricate server issues and supported large enterprise and business-critical applications.
• Maintained documentation of all changes made to the infrastructure environment.
• Evaluated system logs regularly for security threats or potential vulnerabilities.
• Assisted with developing disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Installed, configured, tested, and maintained operating systems and software applications.
• Implemented backup systems for data recovery in the event of a disaster.
• Analyzed equipment performance records to determine need for repair or replacement.

• Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets for business including Motor vehicle repairs, landscape gardening and commercial tree nursery.
• Developed pricing models based on cost analysis of materials, labor, and overhead expenses to maximise profits.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local laws regarding business licenses, permits, taxes.
• Developed estimates for motor repairs and services based on in-depth knowledge of labor and material expenses.
• Ensured that all safety protocols were followed to maintain a safe working environment.
• Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
• Established relationships with banks and other funding sources to secure financing for operations.
• Supervised staff, managed payroll and ensured compliance with labor regulations.
• Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.