Julie Demers
About Julie Demers
Julie Demers is a Quality Assurance Specialist with extensive experience in Agile and Scrum methodologies. She has worked for the Federal Government of Canada for nearly three decades, previously serving as a QA Test Coordinator and Team Lead at Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada.
Work at Federal Government of Canada
Julie Demers has been employed at the Federal Government of Canada as a Quality Assurance Specialist focusing on Agile and Scrum methodologies since 1995. With nearly three decades of experience in this role, she operates in the Ottawa, Canada Area. Her responsibilities include ensuring quality assurance processes are effectively implemented within Agile frameworks, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of government projects.
Previous Experience at Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
From 2015 to 2019, Julie Demers worked at Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada in various capacities including QA Test Coordinator, Team Lead, Project Manager, and Agile & Scrum specialist. During her four years there, she coordinated events and resources, established QA and Scrum frameworks, and identified business needs to develop solutions for business challenges.
Education and Expertise
Julie Demers studied at Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, where she achieved a focus in Computers. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in quality assurance and project management, particularly within Agile and Scrum environments. She has developed a comprehensive understanding of software development methodologies including Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, SAFe, and DevOps.
Skills and Capabilities
Julie Demers possesses strong skills in prioritizing tasks and managing shifting priorities while engaging in multiple initiatives simultaneously. She is adept at providing status reports across various environments, including SAP, Web Applications, N Tier, Legacy systems, Client Server, Mainframe, Cobol, Workstation, and E-learning. Her effective communication skills enable her to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders and external vendors in both official languages.