Lyn Fox - Vulpine Artist

Lyn Lee Fox


Email: vulpineartist@yahoo.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lynleefox
Website: www.vulpineartist.com


SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS

Experienced with C++, C#, and a variety of other programming and scripting languages with an understanding of the software development cycle and testing methodologies, strong problem-solving skills, broad knowledge of art and animation techniques. Understanding of database structures and data management, SQL, Proficient with Windows and Mac, MS Office, Photoshop, Illustrator, Maya, Flash, Final Cut, C++, C#, HTML, Python, Javascript, Knowledge of art and animation techniques, Technical writing and documentation.


EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

Software Development Engineer in Test
Microsoft (through EASi/Aerotek), Redmond, WA - August 2019 – November 2019
Delivered code based solutions for the for the development of Microsoft Surface devices. Duties include updating and maintaining the code base on system tools written in C# and creating associated unit tests.

Technical Tester
Nintendo Technology Development (through Parker Staffing), Redmond, WA - November 2018 – May 2019
Part of the QA team responsible for testing the distribution system for developer tools. Duties include creating and performing manual test cases using TestRail and creating automated test cases in C#.

Debug Tester
Nintendo of America (through Parker Staffing), Redmond, WA - June 2018 to October 2018
Performed text check and functionality testing for software on Switch, iOS, and Android. Entered reports of issues found to the bug database. Created documents to help with testing tasks where applicable.

Debug Tester
Nintendo Software Technology (through Parker Staffing), Redmond, WA - November 2017 to May 2018
Worked as an in-house tester working directly with developers. Helped to manage the bug database and ensure bug reports are properly written with all needed information. Checked for major software issues daily to prevent issues from blocking the other test teams. Performed regular testing and other tasks as required.br />
Product Tester II
Nintendo of America (through Parker Staffing), Redmond, WA - June 2016 to May 2017 and July 2017 to November 2017
Performed text check and functionality testing for software on a variety of platforms including Switch, 3DS, iOS, and Android. Entered reports of issues found to the bug database. Created documents to help with testing tasks where applicable.

Database Migration Support
Nintendo of America (through Aerotek), Redmond, WA - July 2014 to Aug 2014
Resolved database entries that didn't correctly transfer to the new database system. Processed backlog of repair orders created during the time of migration. Performed other tasks as required.

Skeletal Tracking Engineer
Microsoft, Redmond, WA (through Volt) - Dec 2012 to Aug 2013
Microsoft, Redmond, WA (through Rose Int.) - Aug 2009 to Aug 2010 and Feb 2011 to Feb 2012
Worked with developing new technology in an agile testing environment. Created test cases used by developers to improve Microsoft Kinect's tracking algorithm. Helped develop skeletal tracking procedures. Created and maintained procedure and software documentation. Worked with tool developers to test updates before disseminating them to the team. Helped train new hires on current software and procedures.

Game Tester
Game Instinct, Bellevue, WA - Aug 2007 to Nov 2008
Tested a variety of PC titles, PSP, and XBOX/PC cross platform. Wrote scripts to streamline testing procedures when able. Performed a wide variety of testing including: Localization, Functionally, Hardware compatibility, Standards testing, and Browser compatibility.


EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS

CompTIA A+ Certification - 2015
Microsoft Technology Associate – C# - 2015

Art Institute of Portland, Portland, OR - October 2003 - March 2007
Bachelor of Science in Game Art and Design

DigiPen Institute of Technology, Redmond, WA - October 2013 – December 2014
Master of Science in Computer Science (incomplete)
I attended for slightly over a year, and while I was not able to complete the degree due to various issues, I did learn a lot in the time I was there.

Western Governors University, Seattle, WA - June 2015 – July 2016
Bachelor’s Degree in IT - Software Development (incomplete)
Canceled due financial issues.