Osborne Chid.
About Osborne Chid.
Osborne Chid is a Test Engineer with extensive experience in software testing, currently working at Nationwide Building Society since 2019. He has held various roles in quality assurance and testing across several companies in the UK, demonstrating strong analytical skills and a commitment to improving software quality.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Osborne Chid has been employed as a Test Engineer at Nationwide Building Society since 2019. In this role, he contributes to the software quality assurance processes within the organization. His responsibilities include both automation and manual testing, ensuring that software products meet defined quality standards. He works in Swindon, United Kingdom, and has utilized his strong analytical skills to define and implement effective testing strategies.
Previous Experience in Software Testing
Prior to his current position, Osborne Chid held various roles in software testing. He worked at Stannah Group as an Automation Test Analyst from 2017 to 2019, where he focused on automation testing in Andover, Hampshire. Before that, he served as a QA Tester at Smartlabs for 8 months in 2016 in Bournemouth. His experience also includes a two-year tenure as a Test Analyst at Hargreaves Lansdown from 2014 to 2016 in Bristol and as a Software Test Analyst at HCS, Inc. from 2012 to 2014 in Southampton.
Education and Certifications
Osborne Chid has a diverse educational background with several relevant certifications. He studied at the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry, earning a diploma in Marketing, Selling and Sales Management, and Public Relations. He also holds a Salesmanship Certificate from The Salesmanship Institute. Additionally, he achieved the ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing from ISTQB and a Certificate of Proficiency in Insurance from the Insurance Institute of Zimbabwe.
Skills and Methodologies
Osborne Chid possesses strong analytical skills and is proficient in both automation and manual testing throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). He has experience with various testing methodologies, including Agile, V-Model, and Waterfall. His effective communication skills enhance his ability to work collaboratively within teams. He is also enthusiastic about exploring new testing techniques to continuously improve his skills and capabilities.
Background in Health and Social Care
Osborne Chid has a background in health and social care, having studied for an OCR Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care at Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations from 2007 to 2008. This educational experience complements his technical skills and enhances his understanding of user-centric software testing.