Lauren Christianson

Lauren Christianson

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ABOUT ME
Lead Test Automation Engineer passionate about software quality.
Lead Test Automation Engineer passionate about software quality.

I've worked in the Software Testing and Test Automation industry since 2016. I began my career in QA Consulting where I worked with a wide variety of clients alongside some of the brightest, most forward-thinking QA consultants you could find. That experience opened opportunities for me in Quality Engineering, Senior SDET, and Lead Automation Engineer roles. I thrive in an environment where I can collaborate with a team and improve development processes while ensuring high quality software delivery, together.

I believe the field of Test Automation is in a period of major growth that isn't slowing down anytime soon - and it needs people with the right skills to fill roles on teams that are early in their automation journey.

My entire career is built on a foundation of amazing mentors that helped me along the way - in collaborating with others, being passionate about my work, honing my technical skills, and giving back to others. My goal as a mentor is to share my experience and help others grow in their careers.

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Joined July 2021
EXPERTISE
6 years experience
6 years experience
6 years experience

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EMPLOYMENTS
Lead Test Automation Engineer
BOLD PENGUIN
2021-06-01-Present
Leading test automation efforts for the company.
Leading test automation efforts for the company.
Ruby on Rails
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RSpec
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