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Bryle
Briones

QA Automation Engineer

I help software teams ship with confidence by writing automation that catches bugs before users do. Over 10 years of testing across industries, I've learned that quality isn't a phase. It's a habit built into the process.

About Me

Building Quality Into Every Release

Bryle Briones portrait
Metro Manila, PH
10+
Yrs Exp.
6
Industries
3
Certifications
Manual Testing Test Automation Agile / Scrum

Hello, I'm Bryle

I'm a QA Automation Engineer passionate about building reliable software and improving product quality through testing and automation. I enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and helping teams deliver software with confidence.

With over a decade of experience across multiple industries, I have worked with a wide range of products, technologies, and development teams. These experiences have shaped my approach to quality and continuous improvement.

As testing continues to evolve, I also explore AI tools that can help streamline repetitive tasks, accelerate analysis, and improve productivity. While the tools change, my focus remains the same: delivering high quality software through thoughtful testing, automation, and continuous learning.

Always learning. Always testing. Always improving.

Skills & Tools

Tech Stack & Expertise

Career

Work Experience

2025

Quality Assurance & Support Analyst

Jun 2025 – Present

UCG · Universal Communications Group

New Zealand · Remote

  • Designed, maintained, and executed automated UI & API test scripts using Playwright integrated with Azure DevOps pipelines.
  • Performed API testing and response validation covering status codes, payload integrity, and data accuracy across systems.
  • Conducted mobile web testing and provided technical support, ensuring prompt resolution and high customer satisfaction.
PlaywrightAzure DevOpsAPI TestingMobile Web Testing
2025

Contract Senior Software QA Engineer

April 2025

MMT Digital

London, United Kingdom · Remote

  • Validated a critical feature for production deployment within a tight 3-day window with zero regressions shipped.
  • Conducted thorough functional testing and verified deployment readiness in a fast-paced release cycle.
Functional TestingRegression TestingDeployment Validation
2023

Freelance Senior Software QA Engineer

Apr 2023 – Apr 2025

The Gate London · MBAstack

London, United Kingdom · Remote

  • Performed manual testing and developed automated E2E scripts for Communications, Media, Online Travel, and e-commerce platforms.
  • Created visual testing scripts and integrated automated reports with Slack for real-time team notifications.
  • Conducted SEO testing, A/B testing workflows, cross-browser compatibility testing, and CMS content validation.
PlaywrightVisual TestingSEO TestingBrowserStackCMS
2021

Senior Software QA Engineer

Oct 2021 – Mar 2023

Intervenn Biosciences

Manila, Philippines · South San Francisco, CA

  • Led and managed the Test Automation Team, overseeing strategy, execution, and maintenance for biotech systems.
  • Developed and maintained automation scripts integrated into CI/CD pipelines for efficient test execution and reporting.
  • Conducted performance testing by analyzing response times, scalability, and reliability under various load conditions.
Team LeadCI/CDPerformance TestingJMeter
2019

Senior Software QA Engineer

Jan 2019 – Oct 2021

Accenture

Manila, Philippines

  • Automated repetitive testing tasks, achieving up to 90% reduction in manual effort for regression and smoke testing across fintech, banking, and telecom.
  • Conducted UAT demonstrations in Riyadh for a nationwide-level system, collaborating with international stakeholders.
  • Involved in an Agile Release Train (ART), ensuring continuous integration and seamless delivery across cross-functional teams.
FintechSAPTelecomSAFe / Agile
2015

Lead Quality Assurance Engineer

Apr 2015 – Nov 2018

Internet Gaming Solutions & Consulting (IGS&C)

Manila, Philippines · Seoul, South Korea

  • Led high-impact testing for mobile games, contributing to a $1.5B revenue increase in 2018 through optimized testing strategies.
  • Validated compliance with Google Play Store and App Store policies, ensuring successful app submission and approval.
  • Mentored junior QA engineers and developed comprehensive testing documentation aligned with technical designs.
Mobile GamesPerformance TestingApp Store QAGoogle Play Store QA

Work

Featured Projects

Open-source automation frameworks built with best practices and scalability in mind.

Open Source

Playwright Framework

TypeScript

OrangeHRM · Restful Booker API

End-to-end and API automation for OrangeHRM and the Restful Booker API, built as a reference implementation showcasing real-world Playwright patterns: Page Object Model, session reuse via storageState, Playwright Request API, Winston logging, Allure 3 reporting, and Claude Code AI agents for test generation and QA documentation.

Playwright TypeScript Allure 3 API Testing POM Winston Claude Code
Open Source

Playwright Visual Testing

TypeScript

Visual regression framework · OrangeHRM

Pixel-perfect visual regression framework built on Playwright that captures baseline screenshots and automatically detects UI styling deviations beyond a configurable threshold. Features full-page and component-level snapshot comparison, dynamic content masking to prevent false positives, session reuse via storageState, and Winston structured logging across 4 output targets.

Playwright TypeScript Visual Testing Screenshot Diffing Winston POM
Open Source

Selenium Cucumber BDD Suite

Java

BDD automation framework · OrangeHRM · Page Object Model · CI/CD

A proper BDD test automation framework for OrangeHRM built with Selenium 4, Cucumber 7, and JUnit 4. Features Page Object Model with action-method classes, configurable browser and headless mode via system properties, automatic screenshot capture on failure via Hooks, dynamic test data via DataFaker, timestamped HTML & JSON reports, and a GitHub Actions CI pipeline.

Selenium 4 Cucumber 7 JUnit 4 Java 21 Maven Page Object Model Gherkin GitHub Actions
Open Source

Personal Portfolio

AI Built

AI Built · Deployed on Vercel

Designed, built, and shipped entirely through Claude Code. Pure HTML and Tailwind CSS with a glassmorphism aesthetic, semantic markup, an accessibility pass, and automatic deploys through GitHub and Vercel. Not a single line was typed manually.

Claude Code HTML & CSS Tailwind CSS Vercel GitHub Actions AI Tooling UI/UX Pro Max

Recommendations

What Colleagues
Are Saying

I had the pleasure of recruiting Bryle in my team and found him to be a highly reliable and efficient QA Engineer. He consistently delivered thorough testing, identified issues proactively, and helped maintain high-quality standards across projects. His attention to detail, strong communication skills, and collaborative approach made them a valued member of the team. Bryle was dependable, professional, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure successful project delivery which I valued greatly. I would gladly recommend him for any QA role and wish them every success in his future career.

Senior Delivery Manager

I've worked with Bryle for a couple years. He is really thorough in his work ensuring work is done the right way. From a more "social" point of view to avoid talking just about work related stuff. He is quite fun to have a chat with!

.NET Developer

Recognized for strong technical expertise, independent problem solving, reliability, and professionalism. Consistently delivers quality work with minimal supervision while maintaining a dependable and collaborative approach within the team.

Software Operations Manager

I had the pleasure of working with Bryle and was consistently impressed by the quality of his work and his commitment to delivering excellent results. Bryle is an outstanding QA professional with a keen eye for detail and a thorough approach to testing. He has a natural ability to identify issues that others might overlook, helping to ensure high-quality releases and a seamless user experience. Beyond his technical skills, Bryle is proactive, reliable, and always willing to collaborate with developers, product teams, and stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently. What particularly stood out was his dedication to quality and his ability to balance attention to detail with the demands of fast-paced delivery environments. He consistently brought a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a solutions-focused mindset to every project. I would highly recommend Bryle to any organisation looking for a skilled, dependable, and highly effective QA professional. He would be a valuable asset to any team.

Senior Agile Delivery Manager

Although I did not report directly to Bryle, he consistently demonstrated senior-level leadership through his expertise, mentorship, and commitment to continuous improvement. He was always willing to share his knowledge, provide guidance, and help the team identify more efficient ways of working. His focus on improving testing practices, streamlining processes, and promoting quality standards had a positive impact across the team. Bryle was a trusted resource who approached challenges with a practical mindset and a collaborative attitude. He would be a valuable asset to any organization seeking a technical leader who drives both quality and process excellence.

IT/QA Manual Tester

I had the pleasure of working with Bryle on the same team and can confidently say he is a dependable and highly skilled QA professional. He consistently approaches challenges with a positive attitude and a strong commitment to quality. Bryle is always willing to support his teammates, share his knowledge, and help drive projects forward. His professionalism, collaborative mindset, and dedication to delivering high-quality results make him a valuable asset to any team.

Senior QA Engineer / SDET

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