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Linda Nthenya Wambua

Software Developer in Test
Nairobi,Nairobi, Kenya

Summary

Experienced Software Developer in Test with over 4 years of expertise in IT systems development, focusing on software test automation using BDD/TDD frameworks. Adept at enhancing software QA processes in agile environments. Proven track record in designing, developing, and managing automated tests to ensure high-quality software delivery.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Software Development Engineer in Test

KENYA REVENUE AUTHORITY
Nairobi, Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya
1 2021 - Current
  • Enhance and extend test automation frameworks.
  • Identify quality tasks during team sprint cycles and think about testing and automation strategies and estimate test efforts and implement automation for new features.
  • Analyze and communicate test results and defect tracking.
  • Participate in performance and load testing efforts.
  • Assist in the planning, creation and control of the test environments and test data.
  • Participate in the review of QA procedures and processes and provide recommendations for improvement to eliminate redundancies in testing and improve efficiency.
  • Innovate in best automation, Agile and continuous testing practices by trying new frameworks and technologies on the market and recommending their use.
  • Mentor the team and individuals on best automation practices, design and implementation.
  • Conducted tests to check software at different stages of development and deployment.
  • Designed, developed, maintained and executed automated software tests to qualify embedded software products.
  • Analyzed requirements allocated to computer software configuration items to better understand requirements and goals.
  • Worked well in Agile environment to effectively plan and carry out tests on products at different stages of development, production and maintenance.

ICT Officer

NAIROBI COUNTY GOVERNMENT
01.2018 - 05.2020
  • Troubleshooting and repairing server and PC hardware
  • Ensuring availability of internet for staff
  • Strengthening the capacity of site staff to operate and troubleshoot computer systems
  • Implementing policies and procedures for the IT component
  • Monitoring the availability of Local Area Network and ensuring users' access to services
  • Working with the Data Management Unit to ensure operational systems in various departments.

Quality Assurance Analyst

COOPER KENYA BRANDS
Nairobi, Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya
10.2017 - 12.2017
  • Creating, maintaining, and updating test strategy, test conditions, test cases, and regression testing based on business requirements
  • Participating in the selection of test types and tools
  • Creating and executing automated test scripts
  • Analyzing existing and planned business processes
  • Testing system functionality, security, and compatibility
  • Reporting bugs/defects and ensuring problem resolution.

Education

BSc. Information Technology -

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
01.2014 - 04.2019

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined

Ngara Girls High School, Nairobi
01.2006 - 04.2009

Skills

Test Automation: Cucumber, Selenium, Appium, SoapUI, Jmeter

Programming Languages: Python, Java, Kotlin, C

Databases: Oracle, MS SQL

Tools: GitLab CI, Jenkins

Frameworks: ITIL, PRINCE2

Operating Systems: Linux/Unix

Protocols: JMS, SOAP, REST, JSON

API Tools: Postman, SoapUI

Experience in Manual & Automated test scripting and implementation using BDD frameworks

Experienced in testing complex web and mobile applications

Experienced with Oracle Database migrations and in using Oracle Enterprise Manager

Well conversant with the concept of CI/CD practices and using the pipelines and tools available

Familiarity with cloud computing services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

I have strong knowledge of database management principles, including database design, optimization, and performance tuning

Experience with database monitoring and diagnostic tools, such as SQL Profiler and Performance Monitor

I have excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex database issues and implement effective solutions

I have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Stay updated on emerging database technologies and best practices, continuously enhancing your skills and expertise

I thrive in building and maintain strong relationships with contracted parties, third party organizations, users and staff

Test Code Generation

Automation knowledge

Teamwork and Collaboration

Continuous-Integration Testing

Web and Mobile Application QA

Test Automation Frameworks

Continuous delivery

Load testing

Selenium WebDriver

QA

JavaScript understanding

Selenium

Software development life cycle

Python Scripting

RESTful APIs

Postman tool

Automated testing

SQL knowledge

Telephonenumber

+254707267133

Personal Information

Nationality: Kenyan

References

  • Joy Mudome, Application Management, Kenya Revenue Authority, 0726 457478, Joy.Mudome@kra.go.ke
  • Geoffrey Gagai, Head of Trade Operations, Family Bank Limited, 0722 644396, ggagaik@gmail.com

Projects

Automated Testing Framework Development: Developed a robust test automation framework that reduced testing time by 40% and improved bug detection by 30%. Continuous Integration Implementation: Integrated CI tools like GitLab CI and Jenkins to streamline the development and deployment process.

Timeline

ICT Officer

NAIROBI COUNTY GOVERNMENT
01.2018 - 05.2020

Quality Assurance Analyst

COOPER KENYA BRANDS
10.2017 - 12.2017

BSc. Information Technology -

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
01.2014 - 04.2019

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined

Ngara Girls High School, Nairobi
01.2006 - 04.2009

Software Development Engineer in Test

KENYA REVENUE AUTHORITY
1 2021 - Current
Linda Nthenya WambuaSoftware Developer in Test