Katy Denney
About Katy Denney
Katy Denney is a Software QA Test Engineer with extensive experience in quality assurance and education. She has worked at Benefitfocus since 2019 and previously held positions at AVOXI and Charleston Digital Corridor.
Current Role at Benefitfocus
Katy Denney serves as a Software QA Test Engineer at Benefitfocus, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on ensuring the quality of software products through rigorous testing processes. She automates regression test cases using the ROBOT framework, which enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of the testing procedures. Denney actively raises concerns when additional stakeholder input is necessary during testing phases, ensuring that all aspects of user experience are considered.
Previous Experience at AVOXI
Prior to her current role, Katy Denney worked as a QA Engineer at AVOXI from 2018 to 2019 in the Charleston, South Carolina area. During her time at AVOXI, she contributed to quality assurance processes, focusing on identifying and resolving software defects. This experience helped her develop a strong foundation in software testing methodologies.
Education and Background
Katy Denney earned her Bachelor's degree in Middle Grades Education from the College of Charleston, completing her studies from 2009 to 2012. This educational background provided her with skills in instructional strategies and classroom management. Additionally, she worked as a Clinical Intern at Charleston County School of the Arts in 2012, gaining practical experience in an educational setting.
Teaching Experience
Denney has experience in education, having worked as a 6th Grade Science Teacher at Moultrie Middle School from 2014 to 2017. In this role, she developed and implemented lesson plans and engaged students in scientific concepts. Her teaching experience complements her technical skills, allowing her to advocate for user experience improvements in software testing processes.
Role as CODE Camp Instructor
From 2016 to 2017, Katy Denney served as a CODE Camp Instructor at Charleston Digital Corridor in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. In this position, she taught coding and programming skills to students, fostering an interest in technology and software development. This role reflects her commitment to education and her ability to communicate complex concepts effectively.