Kyle Kindler
About Kyle Kindler
Kyle Kindler is a Senior Automation Engineer with extensive experience in load and performance testing of server applications. He has worked for notable companies including SunGard, Commerce Bank, and currently Epiq, where he focuses on enhancing automation frameworks and integrating various testing tools.
Work at Epiq
Kyle Kindler has been employed at Epiq as a Senior Automation Engineer since 2018. In this role, he conducts load and performance testing of server applications utilizing NeoLoad software. He is responsible for configuring and maintaining Jenkins multijob projects, which facilitate remote automated test execution in parallel for various testing types, including smoke, story, and regression testing. His work contributes to the overall efficiency and reliability of the software development process at Epiq.
Previous Experience at SunGard
Prior to his role at Epiq, Kyle Kindler worked at SunGard, now part of FIS, as a Senior Software Developer from 2001 to 2016. During his 15 years in the Kansas City, Missouri area, he developed a strong foundation in software development and automation processes. His experience at SunGard equipped him with the skills necessary for his future roles in automation engineering.
Experience at Commerce Bank
Kyle Kindler served as an IT Automation Engineer/Analyst at Commerce Bank from 2016 to 2018. In this position, he focused on enhancing automation processes and contributed to the efficiency of IT operations. His time at Commerce Bank allowed him to further develop his expertise in automation and testing methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Kyle Kindler studied at Missouri State University, where he earned a degree in Computer Information Systems. His educational background provided him with a solid foundation in information systems, which he has applied throughout his career in various engineering and development roles. He has expertise in integrating RestSharp into C# methods for API testing and utilizes Elastic APM for server-side application error log monitoring.
Technical Skills and Tools
Kyle Kindler employs a variety of tools and technologies in his work as a Senior Automation Engineer. He utilizes Azure DevOps for managing test plans, test cases, and tracking test execution results. Additionally, he has developed a page object model framework in C# leveraging Selenium WebDriver, which includes components such as Specflow, NUnit, Rest Assured, and SQL. These skills enhance his ability to conduct thorough testing and improve automation frameworks.