Hi, I’m Desmond Delissen, an experienced and enthusiastic QA Engineer with over a decade of expertise in software testing and quality assurance. My career journey began as a junior tester and evolved into roles such as QA Lead and Quality Consultant. Along the way, I’ve honed my skills in test process improvement, automation, and end-to-end testing, consistently delivering robust solutions for web, mobile, and API systems.
Throughout my career, I’ve worked with diverse organizations and projects, from testing high-traffic retail apps like the Action app to improving software quality at companies like Klaverblad Verzekeringen and RIPE NCC. My approach is detail-oriented and collaborative—I thrive on streamlining testing processes, fostering team collaboration, and ensuring the delivery of reliable software.
Beyond my technical expertise, I am deeply committed to knowledge sharing within the QA community. I’ve had the privilege of speaking at international conferences like Mobile Delivery Days in San Francisco, TestBash Utrecht, and DevOpsDays Amsterdam. Whether leading workshops on mobile app testing or presenting on continuous testing strategies, I enjoy inspiring and learning from others in the field.
As a freelance QA engineer, I now focus on helping organizations optimize their testing frameworks, embracing modern tools like Playwright, Cypress, and Appium to meet today’s fast-paced software demands.
In addition to my professional endeavors, I’m always seeking new opportunities to grow and engage with cutting-edge technologies. When I’m not working, I enjoy attending meetups, exploring innovative testing methods, and staying at the forefront of QA trends.
If you’re looking for someone who combines technical expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for quality, let’s connect—I’d love to collaborate and make your next project a success.
| Role | Company | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freelance QA Engineer | Testmond | 09/2018 – Present | Supporting companies with test processes, automation, integration testing, API testing, web testing, mobile testing, and end to end testing. |
| QA Engineer | Action | 06/2022 – Present | Working as part of a digital team on Action.com and the Action app. |
| QA Engineer | Klaverblad Verzekeringen | 12/2022 – 06/2022 | Enhanced test tooling and processes for a more unified testing approach using tools like SoapUI, Cucumber, JBehave, Postman, and Selenium. |
| Quality Consultant | RIPE NCC | 06/2020 – 12/2021 | Established QA practices, coached developers, implemented monitoring systems, and improved deployment processes. |
| QA Lead | Nederlandse Spoorwegen | 08/2019 – 08/2020 | Standardized and automated testing processes for high-traffic iOS and Android apps used by hundreds of thousands of commuters. |
| QA Lead | XS4ALL Internet B.V. | 09/2018 – 07/2019 | Established a test discipline and coached developers on quality awareness while implementing integration and unit testing. |
| QA Lead/Engineer | IceMobile | 01/2013 – 09/2018 | Worked on loyalty platforms, automated testing processes, and led a QA team while delivering high-quality software solutions. |
| Test Consultant | Capgemini | 02/2009 – 01/2013 | Performed software testing for various clients, including innovative projects like NFC-based payment systems. |
If you have any questions or would like to get in touch, you can reach me at:
Email: desmond@testmond.com
Phone: 06 20 33 27 34