Carole Desnoyers
About Carole Desnoyers
Carole Desnoyers is a Principal Automated Test Developer with extensive experience in software quality assurance and programming. She has worked in various roles at notable companies, including Intact, Desjardins, and Molson Coors Canada, and has a strong background in Java and automation processes.
Current Role at Intact Financial Corporation
Carole Desnoyers serves as a Développeur de test automatisé principal at Intact Financial Corporation. She has held this position since 2015, contributing to the company's quality assurance and automation efforts for over nine years. In her current role, she integrates SoapUI tests into Jenkins, which streamlines the continuous integration process. Additionally, she maintains an integration test framework for SOA services utilizing JAVA and Activos/Bpel. Her responsibilities also include coaching new team members, enhancing their skills and knowledge within the team.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Before her current role, Carole Desnoyers worked as a Quality Assurance Analyst at Desjardins from 2014 to 2015. During her five-month tenure in the Montreal, Canada Area, she focused on quality assurance processes. Prior to that, she gained experience as an Analyste / Programmeur at Molson Coors Canada from 1997 to 1999, where she worked for two years. Additionally, she served as an Analyste / Programmeur at Banque Nationale from 1987 to 1991 for four years, further developing her expertise in programming and analysis.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Carole Desnoyers studied at Cegep Ahuntsic, where she focused on Informatique. She completed her studies in Informatique de gestion from 1983 to 1987, acquiring foundational knowledge in computer science and management. This educational background has supported her career in software development and quality assurance, equipping her with the necessary skills to excel in her roles.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Throughout her career, Carole Desnoyers has developed significant technical skills, particularly in JAVA programming. She has created a file generator in JAVA for each SOA service, which has enhanced the automation process within her teams. Her involvement in Agile ceremonies, such as grooming and planning, reflects her commitment to promoting effective team collaboration and agile methodologies in software development.
Long-Term Career at Intact Financial Corporation
Carole Desnoyers has had a long-term career at Intact Financial Corporation, where she initially worked as an analyste/programmeur sénior Java from 1999 to 2014 for 15 years. This extensive experience laid the groundwork for her current role as a Développeur de test automatisé principal. Her tenure at Intact has allowed her to develop a deep understanding of the company's systems and processes, contributing to her effectiveness in her current position.