Allan Kearney
About Allan Kearney
Allan Kearney is a QA Engineer with extensive experience in test automation tools and cloud solution software development. He has worked for notable companies such as IBM Canada Ltd., Cognos, and currently Signiant, and holds degrees in Software Engineering and Civil Engineering.
Work at Signiant
Allan Kearney has been employed at Signiant as a QA Engineer since 2012. He has accumulated over 12 years of experience in this role, focusing on quality assurance in software development. His work involves testing and developing cloud solution software that facilitates secure and accelerated media movement. Kearney's expertise in test automation tools and software testing methodologies contributes to the effectiveness of the quality assurance processes at Signiant.
Education and Expertise
Allan Kearney studied Software Engineering at the University of Ottawa, where he earned a Certificate from 1999 to 2000. He also holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Waterloo, which he completed from 1980 to 1988. Kearney possesses expertise in various test automation tools, including WinRunner, VisualTest, and QTP. He is proficient in programming and database management languages such as Java, Oracle, MSSQL, HTML, and VisualBasic.
Background in Software Quality Assurance
Before joining Signiant, Allan Kearney had extensive experience in software quality assurance. He worked at IBM Canada Ltd. as a Staff Software Developer - Quality Analyst from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, he spent nine years at Cognos as a Quality Analyst from 1999 to 2008. Kearney also served as a Software Quality Analyst at School Specialty Intervention from 2010 to 2012. His diverse background in quality assurance roles has equipped him with a solid foundation in software testing and development.
Technical Skills and Tools
Allan Kearney is experienced in using various operating systems, including Windows and Unix variants such as Solaris, HP, Linux, and AIX. He is proficient in source control systems like Perforce, SourceSafe, and SVN. His technical skills enable him to effectively manage software testing processes and contribute to the development of robust software solutions.
Previous Roles and Experience
Allan Kearney has held several positions throughout his career. He worked as a Transportation Design Engineer at Khatib & Alami CEC from 1994 to 1998. His transition into software quality assurance began with his role at Cognos, followed by positions at IBM Canada Ltd. and School Specialty Intervention. This varied experience has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of both engineering and software development.