Tomas D'Arcy

Work History

MarketAxess

08.2023 - 04.2025

Developed and optimized Selenium-based automation frameworks, increasing test efficiency by 40% and expanding coverage.
Implemented BDD test scenarios using Cucumber, improving collaboration between developers and QA teams.
Enhanced CI/CD pipelines by integrating automated testing with Jenkins/GitLab, reducing deployment errors by 30%.
Led test planning efforts, defining strategies and execution timelines to ensure high-quality software releases.
Mentored junior testers, conducting code reviews and training sessions on automation best practices.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify, document, and resolve software defects efficiently, reducing bug resolution time by 25%.

Axa Insurance

07.2021 - 08.2023

Developed and implemented advanced automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver, reducing manual testing efforts by 50%.
Expanded test automation coverage, improving defect detection rates by 35% across multiple projects.
Optimized code reusability, ensuring maintainability and scalability of automation scripts across teams.
Mentored junior testers, fostering growth in automation expertise and best practices.
Designed custom automation tools, addressing unique testing challenges and streamlining workflows.
Maintained detailed project documentation, ensuring adherence to Agile development cycles and deadlines.

Health Service Executive (HSE)

01.2018 - 02.2023

Led automation initiatives for MyHealth Portal and PharmaVax Vaccination Portal, increasing test efficiency by 45%.
Mentored junior testers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development.
Developed custom automation scripts, reducing manual testing efforts by 50% and accelerating release cycles.
Championed Agile best practices, improving collaboration and productivity across development teams.
Ensured industry compliance, conducting rigorous system audits and assessments.
Facilitated seamless product integrations, working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance system interoperability.
Managed releases and sprint cycles, ensuring timely delivery within Agile and Scrum frameworks.
Conducted usability testing across Windows, Android, and iOS mobile devices, ensuring optimal user experience.

Revenue Commissioners

11.2016 - 12.2017

Developed automated test scripts for web applications using Selenium WebDriver, reducing regression testing time by 40%.
Conducted compatibility testing across browsers and mobile devices, ensuring seamless user experiences.
Collaborated with development teams to identify, reproduce, and resolve defects efficiently, improving bug resolution speed by 30%.
Integrated automated tests into Jenkins pipelines, supporting continuous integration and deployment.
Mentored junior QA analysts, enhancing their skills in test design, execution, and troubleshooting.
Streamlined testing processes using industry-standard tools like JUnit and TestNG, increasing efficiency.
Contributed to Agile teams, assisting in planning, estimation, and execution of QA activities.
Maintained documentation of testing procedures for developers and future use, ensuring consistency.

ICON Plc

03.2016 - 10.2016

Led defect tracking and resolution, ensuring timely updates to stakeholders and improving issue resolution speed by 30%.
Implemented data-driven testing, enhancing validation efficiency across multiple test scenarios.
Optimized resource utilization by developing robust automation frameworks, reducing manual testing efforts by 40%.
Conducted root cause analyses, identifying bottlenecks and improving system performance.
Enhanced software quality through automated test plans, increasing test coverage by 35%.
Performed API testing using Postman, ensuring system integrity and seamless integrations.
Automated repetitive tasks with Selenium WebDriver, Java, and TestNG, accelerating test execution.
Improved test execution speed with parallel testing via Selenium Grid, reducing test cycle time by 25%.
Led Scrum activities, ensuring effective communication and transparency across teams.
Designed custom Scrum boards, improving task tracking and workflow efficiency.
Collaborated with Product Owners, refining requirements to align with business goals and user needs.