John Hulme
About John Hulme
John Hulme is a QA Analyst and Automation Developer currently working at Rakuten Marketing since 2015. He has extensive experience in technical support and engineering roles, having previously worked at Insurecom and Paxton Access Ltd.
Current Role at Rakuten Marketing
John Hulme serves as a QA Analyst and Automation Developer at Rakuten Marketing, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he focuses on ensuring the quality of software products through various testing methodologies. He employs the Python Tavern framework for API testing and incorporates data analytics into his QA processes. His responsibilities also include exploratory testing and UI testing, utilizing tools such as Selenium with Python and Ruby with Watir.
Previous Experience at Paxton Access Ltd
Prior to his current role, John Hulme worked at Paxton Access Ltd for a total of eight years. He began as a Senior Technical Engineer from 2007 to 2013, where he gained extensive experience in technical support and engineering. He then transitioned to the role of Software Test Engineer from 2013 to 2015, further developing his skills in software testing and quality assurance.
Early Career at Insurecom
John Hulme's career began at Insurecom, where he worked as 1st Line Technical Support from 2005 to 2006. This role provided him with foundational experience in technical support, helping him develop essential skills in customer service and troubleshooting within the technology sector.
Technical Skills and Expertise
John Hulme has developed a diverse skill set in software testing and automation. He utilizes programming languages such as Python and Golang to create custom tools for interacting with technologies like Kafka, Hadoop, Vertica, and SQL. His expertise includes API testing, data analytics QA, exploratory testing, and UI testing, showcasing his comprehensive approach to quality assurance.
Educational Background
John Hulme studied at Blatchington Mill, where he laid the groundwork for his career in technology and software development. His education has contributed to his ability to adapt and excel in various technical roles throughout his professional journey.