Claire Hurst
About Claire Hurst
Claire Hurst is an Agile Delivery Team Lead at CDL Software in Stockport, England, with expertise in SQL and extensive experience in leadership, coaching, and recruitment. She has a strong background in testing methodologies and acts as a STEM Ambassador to promote careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
Work at CDL Software
Claire Hurst has been serving as the Agile Delivery Team Lead at CDL Software since 2020. In this role, she oversees agile delivery processes and leads a team focused on enhancing project outcomes. Her tenure at CDL Software has allowed her to apply her extensive knowledge of agile methodologies and testing practices to improve team performance and project delivery.
Education and Expertise
Claire Hurst studied at Blackpool Sixth Form College from 1998 to 2000, where she achieved A Levels in English Language and Film Studies. Prior to that, she attended Highfield High School from 1993 to 1998, earning 10 GCSEs. Her educational background supports her expertise in leadership, coaching, recruitment, and learning and development, complemented by her skills in SQL.
Professional Background
Claire Hurst has a diverse professional background in the technology and insurance sectors. She has held various roles, including Test Team Lead at Sage and Scrum Master at numero. Prior to her current position, she worked at LateRooms.com as a QA Test Analyst and Lead Test Analyst. Her experience spans the entire testing lifecycle, with familiarity in V-model, Waterfall, and Agile processes.
Achievements in Testing and Development
Claire Hurst specializes in manual testing for various applications, including web-based, desktop, back office, and mobile applications. She has experience with testing tools such as TestComplete and Twist, and she is skilled in writing spec files in RSpec and Cucumber. Her role as a STEM Ambassador reflects her commitment to promoting careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, particularly for women.
Previous Employment History
Before her current role, Claire Hurst worked at AXA Insurance in multiple capacities, including Business Support Analyst and Personal Lines Instalments Team Member. She also served as a Principal Engineer in Test/Scrum Master at TransUnion UK. Her career trajectory showcases her growth in the field of software testing and agile project management.