Sakwa Mark
SDET/Quality Assurance Engineer
Nairobi
Summary
With have over 5 years of dedicated experience in Quality Assurance. My expertise lies in using software testing tools such as Karate, Postman, Cypress, Jest, and Mocha. I am proficient in using bug-tracking and version management software and have Hands-on experience in validating API responses and performance. I am well-versed in CI/CD pipelines and agile methodologies, which underscores my commitment to delivering top-quality software solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Engineer
CarePay International
07.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with front-end developers to increase automation using Cypress from less than 10% to 60%, resulting in faster testing and fewer production bugs
- Collaborated with Backend developers to introduce integration testing using Karate, increasing Backend integration tests within microservices and leading to faster deployments with fewer bugs
- Implemented Gatling load testing within microservices to identify resource allocation needs, optimizing performance and scalability
- Led Quality Engineers in conducting exploratory testing on Front End and bug-bashing Backend APIs,resulting in the identification and improvement of potential bugs
- Spearheaded development of API test suite in collaboration with other QA engineers in Postman,facilitating API integration testing and End-to-End testing of key user journeys, leading to improved data creation and bug capture before deployment to UAT and Production environments
- Advocated for adoption of Zephyr tool to capture test cases and use of Gherkin format for test cases, improving understanding and communication between different roles within teams
- Analyzed data to identify trends in product quality or defects, proactively mitigating and preventing recurrence and future defects
- Reviewed design plans, process procedures, test procedures, and quality manuals to understand the scope, requirements, and function of the problem, ensuring alignment and effectiveness
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends, tools, and techniques to ensure optimal performance in a rapidly evolving environment
- Participated in agile development practices such as sprint planning meetings and daily stand-ups, contributing valuable input from a QA perspective throughout the project life cycle
- Interviewed Quality Engineers for open roles and mentored Junior QA engineers in test automation and manual testing, fostering their professional growth and development.
Quality Assurance Analyst
Carepay Limited
02.2019 - 06.2022
- Conducted extensive hardware testing of fingerprint software on Windows workstations to be installed in over 5,000 healthcare facilities in Kenya, resulting in improved software stability and customer satisfaction ratings
- Trained ground officers on fingerprint software installation procedures and developed quality checks leading to secure installations and reduced hardware support issues
- Tested fingerprint software versions across different Windows operating systems, resulting in 80% improvement in stability through implementation of recommended test cases and recommendations
- Collaborated with tdata team to reconcile payments totaling over $10,000 using SQL queries and Python scripts, ensuring accurate financial reporting
- Utilized JMeter to perform load testing on platform endpoints, enabling enhancements to handle bulk processes efficiently
- Facilitated integration testing with external platforms by creating use cases in Gherkin format and clear
- API documentation, ensuring smooth integration processes
- Conducted testing on Android applications for Kenya and Nigeria, facilitating increased user registrations on the platform
- Automated Testing of external integration endpoints using Postman resulting in faster deployment of external integrations
- Implemented version control for all microservices to track deployed features effectively and also made communication of deployments being done faster
Quality Assurance Automation Engineer
Necterine IT
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Worked closely with developers to adopt a Behavior-Driven Development(BDD) strategy, resulting in extensive test coverage based on clearly defined acceptance criteria
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase test automation coverage and quality, leveraging testing pyramid automation and CI/CD pipelines to detect bugs earlier in the development cycle
- Reviewed software bug reports, identified problem areas, and implemented Sentry monitors for critical platform areas, leading to effective automated tests and improved use cases
- Wrote automation scripts using Jest and Mocha, ensuring stable tests through component testing and API contract testing with Postman
- Collaborated with front-end developers to enhance test stability by incorporating unique identifiers into front-end components, reducing flaky tests by 90%.
Software Developer
Necterine IT
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Added features on the back end, such as authentication validation and role-based access using
- Node.js, Coupled with custom role-based implementation, significantly bolstered platform security by
- The introduction of flexible role-based access further streamlined platform operations, enhancing overall efficiency
- Migration from SQL to MongoDB not only resulted in reduced database costs but also facilitated seamless scaling of the platform, ensuring its ability to handle increasing demands
- Integration of RabbitMQ to facilitate messaging across the application substantially improved communication and data exchange within the platform, fostering a more cohesive and responsive user experience
- The automation of unit tests on both the back-end and front-end using Mocha and Jest was pivotal, as it dramatically increased test coverage from less than 10% to over 60% across the board, ensuring the robustness and reliability of the platform
- Back-end integration with SMS services such as Twilio, and email integration with Mailgun, significantly enhanced communication capabilities to end-users, fostering better engagement and interaction
- The development of an admin panel in Next.js Utilizing TypeScript empowered system administrators to efficiently manage the platform with enhanced reliability and maintainability.
Full Stack Developer
Intelligent Technologies Ltd
02.2018 - 07.2018
- Engaged in client meetings to comprehensively gather user requirements and efficiently implement necessary improvements
- Executed a seamless migration of backend from PHP to Laravel framework, significantly enhancing both code maintainability and system performance
- Successfully transitioned front-end from jQuery to Vue.js framework, enabling smoother implementation of intricate features and accelerating delivery of new functionalities
- Implemented Bootstrap to expedite addition of UI/UX features, fostering reusability of components and streamlining development processes
- Enhanced database design by leveraging MySQL design tools, thereby providing clear visibility of database structure and facilitating improved management and optimization.
System Administrator
National Bank of Kenya
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Installed necessary bank software and configured workstations to ensure seamless operations for bank employees
- Played a pivotal role in upgrading the bank's network servers and enhancing network security protocols to fortify against external threats
- Proactively troubleshooted and resolved workstation and network issues, minimizing disruptions to bank operations
- Oversaw the upgrade of the bank's intranet, resulting in a significant reduction in network downtime incidents
- Facilitated comprehensive training sessions for bank employees on new software, fostering rapid adaptation and increased productivity
- Held responsibility for supervising the bank's go-down center, enabling efficient remote system upgrades and maintenance.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Computer Technology
The Technical University of Kenya
2017
Skills
- Agile Testing
- Cypress
- Microservice Architecture
- Behavior-Driven Development
- JMeter: Performance and Load Testing
- API Test Automation using Postman
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Continuous Integration and Continuous
- Monitoring [Datadog & Sentry]
- Android Testing
- Hardware Testing
- System Integration Testing
- Jira
- Automated testing
Timeline
Quality Assurance Engineer
CarePay International
07.2022 - Current
Quality Assurance Automation Engineer
Necterine IT
03.2019 - 12.2019
Quality Assurance Analyst
Carepay Limited
02.2019 - 06.2022
Software Developer
Necterine IT
08.2018 - 01.2019
Full Stack Developer
Intelligent Technologies Ltd
02.2018 - 07.2018
System Administrator
National Bank of Kenya
08.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor's degree - Computer Technology
The Technical University of Kenya
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