Daniel Rouse

Background

About Daniel Rouse

With over 10 years of comprehensive expertise in software testing and quality assurance, I am a skilled Software Test Analyst proficient in crafting meticulous test plans, executing test cases, and ensuring top-notch software quality. Presently serving as a Software Test Analyst at ESG Global, I excel in analysing project documentation, defining testable requirements, and conducting peer reviews of test artifacts while utilizing tools like JIRA, Confluence, Ghost Inspector, Postman, Swagger, and MySQL to facilitate seamless testing processes. As an adept SQA Engineer, I contributed to developing high-quality tests, specializing in API testing, database queries, and supporting acceptance criteria development within Agile frameworks. My prior role as a Systems Test Analyst honed my skills in planning testing scenarios, bug tracking, and providing valuable feedback on system usability and functionality, while also stepping in as a Stand-in Scrum Master to ensure effective team coordination and project success. In previous positions, I showcased my expertise in manual testing, defect management, and pioneering automated test scripts, significantly reducing agile release test windows and streamlining testing procedures. My professional qualifications include certifications in Professional Scrum Master (PSMI), PRINCE2® Foundation in project management, P30® Foundation in portfolio, programme, and project offices, ISTQB-BSC Certified Tester Foundation, and ISTQB-BSC Agile Tester. I am proficient in Agile methodologies, tools like JIRA, ALM/HPQC, and possess expertise in automated testing using Robot Framework and Python, along with Git for source code management. With a solid foundation in software testing methodologies, Agile development, and a versatile skill set, I am poised to contribute effectively to dynamic projects, ensuring exceptional software quality and successful project outcomes.