Jeff Shinault
About Jeff Shinault
Jeff Shinault serves as the SQA and UAT Lead at Discover Financial Services, bringing extensive expertise in SQL, EDI, and other technologies. His career spans various roles in quality assurance and systems analysis across multiple organizations, including Chase and Nationwide Insurance.
Current Role at Axelon Services Corporation
Jeff Shinault serves as the SQA and UAT Lead for Discover Financial Services at Axelon Services Corporation. He has held this position since 2015, contributing to the oversight of the System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) teams. His role involves ensuring the quality and functionality of software products through rigorous testing processes.
Professional Experience
Jeff Shinault has extensive experience in the IT and quality assurance sectors. He worked at Quick Solutions as an IT Consultant from 1999 to 2001. He then joined Nationwide Insurance as a Senior Business Systems Analyst from 1995 to 1999. Following this, he held various positions, including QA and Application Development Support at Chase from 2003 to 2009, and as a QA Lead Engineer at Teksystems for Verizon Wireless from 2014 to 2015. His career also includes roles at Indecon Solutions and Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Technical Expertise
Jeff possesses expertise in several technical areas, including SQL, EDI, CTX, ACH, cXML, Teradata, and HP ALM/QC. His skills enable him to effectively manage testing scenarios and audit test case results. His technical background supports his leadership in quality assurance and testing processes.
Military Background
Jeff Shinault served in the United States Army with the 82nd Airborne Division from 1991 to 1995. This experience provided him with a foundation in discipline and teamwork, which he has carried into his professional career.
Certifications and Qualifications
Jeff holds several industry-recognized certifications, including Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), and CompTIA Network+. These certifications reflect his commitment to professional development and his proficiency in various IT domains.