Karen J.
About Karen J.
Karen J. is a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer with extensive experience in data analysis and software testing. She has a solid educational background, including a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources and multiple certifications in software testing.
Current Role at A Place for Mom
Karen J. serves as a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at A Place for Mom, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on ensuring the quality of software products through comprehensive testing across various platforms, including browsers, mobile, and tablet devices. She collaborates closely with business analysts, developers, and the content department to identify and resolve issues, contributing to the overall efficiency of the development process.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to her current role, Karen J. worked at CentralReach as a Senior QA Analyst from 2016 to 2022. Her experience also includes positions at Pathfinder Health Innovations, Inc. as a Software Quality Assurance Analyst from 2016 to 2019, and at Think Finance as a Senior Software Quality Assurance Analyst from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she held a Quality Assurance Analyst position at GM Financial for two months in 2014 and worked at VML for four years as a Quality Assurance Analyst from 2010 to 2014.
Education and Certifications
Karen J. studied at Colorado Technical University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources from 2003 to 2006. She also attended Villanova University, completing the ISTQB Software Testing Capstone and Essentials of Software Testing programs in 2007. Furthermore, she achieved the Certified Software Tester designation from Centriq Foss Training in 2008. Her educational background supports her expertise in quality assurance and software testing.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Karen J. possesses expertise in running GraphQL statements for data analysis, which enhances her ability to assess and improve software quality. She actively contributes to the automation team by providing critical information for updates and support during automation failures. Additionally, she plays a vital role in User Acceptance Testing phases, ensuring that software meets user requirements and functions as intended.
Collaboration and Testing Methodologies
In her professional capacity, Karen J. engages in testing different user roles and entering data into the Content Management System. She performs comprehensive testing across various devices and platforms, ensuring compatibility and functionality. Her collaborative approach with business analysts and developers facilitates effective problem resolution and enhances the overall quality of software products.