Kennedy Wesley Isiaho

Pioneered a Quality Assistance model across the engineering team, shifting quality ownership to developers and empowering QA to focus on high-risk flows, edge cases, and strategic automation. Designed and owned the full cross-platform Test Automation Strategy spanning mobile (Android/Kaspresso), web (Playwright/Cypress), and API layers, protecting core user journeys across School App, Field App, and backend services. Spearheaded the team's AI + Automation strategy, evaluating and implementing LLM-assisted workflows for test documentation, acceptance criteria generation, and PR quality checks. Applied a lean testing pyramid and embedded continuous testing within the CI/CD pipeline. Led release management including readiness checklists, build management, and post-release monitoring via Sentry and Metabase.

Evaluated and optimised QA methodologies for a Swiss restaurant-software company, driving significant improvements in test coverage, cycle time, and post-deployment quality. Conducted software readiness assessments pre-deployment, ensuring compliance with quality standards. Researched and championed adoption of new testing tools that measurably transformed team efficiency and release confidence. Monitored quality metrics and feedback loops, identifying recurring defect patterns and implementing targeted solutions.

Optimised QA methodologies for enterprise clients by combining rigorous manual testing with SQL-based automated validation, increasing test coverage across data-heavy financial applications. Led regression testing initiatives identifying system bottlenecks and validating robustness under high-load scenarios. Conducted thorough defect investigations, providing actionable documentation to resolve recurring issues. Acted as a bridge between technical stakeholders and business owners, ensuring complex workflows met institutional quality standards.