Lucy Rice
About Lucy Rice
Lucy Rice is an Automation Team Lead at First Derivatives, where she has worked since 2018. She has a background in quality assurance and holds a BSc in Information Communication Technology from Ulster University.
Work at FD Technologies
Lucy Rice has been serving as the Automation Team Lead at First Derivatives since 2018. In this role, she oversees automation initiatives and leads a team focused on enhancing operational efficiency through automated solutions. Her leadership contributes to the company's commitment to delivering high-quality services in the financial technology sector.
Previous Experience at SQS Group
Prior to her current position, Lucy worked at SQS Group as a Quality Assurance Consultant from 2017 to 2018. During her tenure, she was responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software products, applying her expertise in quality assurance methodologies to enhance project outcomes.
Career at ARRIS
Lucy Rice held the position of Quality Assurance Engineer at ARRIS from 2015 to 2017. In this capacity, she focused on testing and validating software products, ensuring they met the required standards before release. Her work contributed to maintaining the integrity and performance of the company's offerings.
Education and Expertise
Lucy studied at Ulster University, where she earned a BSc in Information Communication Technology with a Distinction in Professional Practice from 2011 to 2015. This academic background provided her with a solid foundation in information technology, equipping her with the skills necessary for her roles in quality assurance and automation.
Early Career at American Dynamics
Lucy began her career as a Quality Assurance Tester during her placement at American Dynamics from 2013 to 2015. This role allowed her to gain practical experience in software testing and quality assurance processes, setting the stage for her future positions in the industry.