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Raphael Edwards
Software Quality & Test Automation Engineer
Lagos
Summary
Dynamic Senior QA Engineer with 16+ years of experience delivering high-impact, scalable QA solutions across global teams. Specialized in web & mobile test automation, QA process improvement, and agile testing methodologies. Proven track record leading QA strategy, building automation frameworks in Java, JavaScript, and Python, and collaborating cross-functionally to ship quality-driven software products. Passionate about mentoring, continuous improvement, and leveraging technology to solve complex testing challenges.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Quality Engineer
Andela
Lagos
07.2020 - Current
- Designed and implemented test automation scripts in a Selenium Java TestNG framework and optimised a Cypress Typescript test automation framework to increase the speed and accuracy of testing efforts.
- Test integration with LambdaTest for cross platform and cross browser testing.
- Collaboration with devs and devOps for seamless delivery of features and deployments from lower to higher environment.
- Strategy planning and design of regression documentation for multiple planned and unplanned release cycles.
- Supported multiple successful product launches by coordinating end-to-end testing efforts from planning through execution phases.
Senior QA Engineer
Medic
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Collaborated closely with developers to identify, reproduce, and resolve software bugs.
- Optimized test automation frameworks to increase the speed and accuracy of testing efforts.
- Supported successful product launches by coordinating end-to-end testing efforts from planning through execution phases.
- Improved product quality by meticulously designing and executing test plans for software applications.
- Created detailed documentation on system architecture that served as valuable resource for future reference.
QA Lead
Aza Finance
03.2020 - 01.2023
- Standardized bug reporting methods for better communication between QA and development teams.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering growth and enhancing team performance.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
- Streamlined QA processes for improved efficiency, reducing project completion time.
- Enhanced software quality by developing comprehensive test strategies and plans.
Senior QA Consultant
Heetch
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Increased client satisfaction by identifying critical issues in early stages of development.
- Optimized test coverage by creating comprehensive test plans and cases based on business requirements.
- Designed and maintained testing artifacts for mobile and web applications in an agile environment.
- Bolstered software reliability through diligent regression testing following each update or modification.
Senior QA Engineer
ZOLA Electric
03.2019 - 11.2019
- Strengthened collaboration between QA, development, and product management teams through effective communication strategies.
- Developed and maintained Espresso Instrumentation testing suite for distributed functional and non-functional mobile test execution.
- Elevated code quality by performing thorough code reviews with developers prior to integration into mainline branches.
- Prevented costly post-release issues by proactively identifying potential risks during the development process.
Senior Test Engineer
Aurea Software
10.2017 - 08.2018
- Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
- Developed and maintained API test automation framework for distributed functional and performance test execution.
- Met tight deadlines to satisfy client demands and project timelines.
- Ensured timely delivery of high-quality products through effective coordination with cross-functional teams.
- Maximized team productivity through continuous improvement initiatives and implementation of best practices in QA methodologies.
Software Test Manager
Wakanow
04.2016 - 12.2017
- Optimized resource allocation by identifying skill gaps within the team and addressing them through targeted training programs.
- Enhanced testing efficiency with the introduction of automated testing tools and processes.
- Built strong working relationships with stakeholders, fostering a culture of collaboration and transparent communication throughout the software development life cycle.
- Championed process improvements that led to significant reductions in defect rates across multiple projects.
- Established metrics and KPIs for evaluating test effectiveness, driving continuous improvement efforts.
Test Automation Engineer
Konga Online Shopping
02.2014 - 03.2016
- Improved software quality by designing and implementing automated testing solutions.
- Maintained detailed documentation on testing methodologies, making it easier for other team members to follow established guidelines.
- Reduced manual testing efforts for faster product delivery by incorporating test automation frameworks.
- Increased efficiency of regression testing through the implementation of continuous integration pipelines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of test automation into development processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Software Engineering
Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen, Scotland UK 04.2001 -
Skills
TEST AUTOMATION: Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, WebdriverIO, Appium, Espresso, Cucumber, JUnit, TestNG
LANGUAGES: Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, C#, Go, Ruby, Gherkin
PERFORMANCE TESTING: K6, JMeter, Redline13, Neoload
API TESTING: Postman, REST-Assured, SoapUI, Curl
CI/CD & DEVOPS: Jenkins, Git, Docker, Azure DevOps, Kubernetes, LambdaTest
DATABASES: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, CouchDB, Oracle, Redis
MONITORING/DEBUGGING: Datadog, Looker, Splunk, Sentry, Firebase, Charles
PROJECT TOOLS: Jira, Xray, TestRail, Confluence, Figma
Software
Java
Cypress
Selenium
JMeter
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
Dutch
Elementary (A2)
Work Availability
monday
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friday
saturday
sunday
morning
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Interests
Football
Video Games
Babeques
Quote
Business opportunities are like buses, there’s always another one coming.
Richard Branson
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsPaid time offCompany Culture401k matchTimeline
Senior QA Engineer
Medic
08.2023 - 12.2024
Senior Quality Engineer
Andela
07.2020 - Current
QA Lead
Aza Finance
03.2020 - 01.2023
Senior QA Consultant
Heetch
10.2019 - 06.2020
Senior QA Engineer
ZOLA Electric
03.2019 - 11.2019
Senior Test Engineer
Aurea Software
10.2017 - 08.2018
Software Test Manager
Wakanow
04.2016 - 12.2017
Test Automation Engineer
Konga Online Shopping
02.2014 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
Obafemi Awolowo University
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Software Engineering
Robert Gordon University
04.2001 -