Christoper Debedin
About Christoper Debedin
Christopher Debedin is a Senior Mobile/Desktop/Online Banking QA Test Analyst at CIBC, with a background in Information Technology from Seneca @York University.
Current Title and Role
Christopher Debedin currently serves as a Senior Mobile/Desktop/Online Banking QA Test Analyst at the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). His role includes conducting rigorous testing of banking applications across various platforms to ensure functionality, accessibility, and user experience. Christopher has been with CIBC since 2011, applying his expertise in quality assurance and testing to maintain and enhance the bank's digital banking services.
Previous Experience
Before his current role, Christopher Debedin worked as an Application Support CBFE/OLB/Smart QA Test Analyst at CIBC from 2008 to 2011. His responsibilities included providing application support and conducting various QA tests to ensure the reliability and performance of banking applications. This previous experience laid a strong foundation for his continued contributions to the bank's tech infrastructure.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Debedin completed his education at Seneca @York University, where he studied Information Technology. He earned a diploma in Computer Systems Technology, studying from 2003 to 2007. This education provided him with a comprehensive understanding of IT systems, which he leverages in his current role to ensure the quality and accessibility of banking applications.
Accessibility Specialist
In his role at CIBC, Christopher Debedin spearheads the role of Accessibility Analyst/Specialist for all platforms. His work includes ensuring compatibility with NVDA Desktop, Talkback, Google Voice Assistant, and Apple Voice Over. These efforts help CIBC provide accessible digital banking solutions to all users, including those with disabilities.
Leadership in Automation Testing
Christopher Debedin leads the creation and management of CIBC app builds using tools like Jenkins Server, iTunes, and Android SDK Tools on various mobile and tablet devices. He conducts demos and walkthroughs on using Git Hub and HPMC for Automation Testing, which are essential for maintaining the quality and reliability of the bank's digital services. His leadership extends to coordinating with lead Business Analysts and QA Management teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of updates and tools.