Pj O'connell
About Pj O'connell
Pj O'Connell is a Senior Quality Assurance Analyst at QAD in County Limerick, Ireland, with a background in software development and quality assurance. He has experience in executing system testing and developing automation frameworks, and he holds a Higher Diploma in Software Development from the University of Limerick.
Current Role as Senior Quality Assurance Analyst
Pj O'Connell currently serves as a Senior Quality Assurance Analyst at QAD, a position held since 2021. In this role, O'Connell is responsible for executing and analyzing bi-annual system testing using internally developed Python-Selenium frameworks and TestComplete scripts written in VbScript. This position is based in County Limerick, Ireland, where O'Connell has been actively involved in enhancing the quality assurance processes within the organization.
Previous Experience at QAD
Prior to the current role, Pj O'Connell worked at QAD as a Quality Analyst from 2018 to 2021 for three years. During this time, O'Connell contributed to quality assurance initiatives and gained valuable experience in the field. This role laid the foundation for the current position, allowing for the development of advanced testing methodologies and frameworks.
Education and Qualifications
Pj O'Connell holds a Higher Diploma in Software Development from the University of Limerick, achieved in 2016. O'Connell also earned a Bachelor of Arts Joint Honours in History and Politics from University College Cork, completed in 2013. This educational background provides a strong foundation in both technical and analytical skills relevant to the field of quality assurance.
Technical Skills and Contributions
O'Connell has developed a GUI-based application that facilitates bulk import and modification of data for internal applications, which significantly increased work rates for both R&D and non-R&D employees. Additionally, O'Connell authored a Mobile Automation framework that integrates Python, Appium, and Browserstack API to test iOS and Android devices. These contributions demonstrate a commitment to improving operational efficiency and testing capabilities.
Work History Overview
Before joining QAD, Pj O'Connell gained diverse experience in various roles. O'Connell worked as a Store Assistant at Lidl Ireland from 2013 to 2014 and as a Cinema Host at Odeon Cinemas from 2015 to 2017. These positions provided foundational skills in customer service and teamwork, contributing to O'Connell's professional development.