Navid Shu Lin
Ryde,NSW
Summary
Visionary Test and Automation Leader with 13 years of experience in quality assurance and automation engineering within the financial data domain. Recognized for building and scaling high performing teams, developing end-to-end automation frameworks, and driving operational efficiency. With 7 years in leadership roles, I have consistently delivered innovative solutions and optimized testing capabilities in complex environments. Passionate about aligning QA strategies with business goals to enhance quality, mitigate risks, and accelerate delivery timelines.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Manager - Platform Test and Automation Lead
Macquarie Group
, New South Wales
04.2023 - Current
- Built a 20+ member high-caliber testing team from scratch, instilling a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
- Designed and implemented an end-to-end automation test framework tailored for big data platforms, including modules for data injection, assertion, regression, reconciliation, and reporting
- Enhanced collaboration across development and QA teams, aligning on clear objectives to accelerate product delivery
- Developed a robust test strategy for complex systems, ensuring optimal performance and data integrity
- Key Achievement: Delivered a comprehensive automation test framework and achieved system integration for multiple data onboarding projects within tight deadlines
Director - QA Test
Nasdaq
, New South Wales
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Designed and executed an AWS migration test strategy, enhancing scalability and efficiency
- Spearheaded the development of a Docker-based auto-regression framework, reducing regression testing time by 40%
- Delivered a comprehensive release strategy for cloud migrations, ensuring seamless transitions with minimal downtime
- Key Achievement: Successfully productionized a Docker-based regression framework, ensuring robust testing during frequent updates
Senior Manager - QA Test
Nasdaq
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Managed a QA team responsible for 1500 annual releases, ensuring consistent quality and reliability
- Pioneered a self-service release workflow, streamlining test instructions and enhancing operational efficiency
- Provided technical consultancy and risk analysis for large-scale projects, including critical data migration initiatives
- Key Achievement: Orchestrated the migration of 800+ production servers with zero disruption, safeguarding 480 applications' integrity
- Managed the migration of data for 40 markets to a new vendor, achieving significant cost savings
- Developed a streamlined test procedure and tools, completing the project within 12 months with minimal training requirements
QA Test Analyst
Nasdaq
09.2012 - 01.2018
- Advanced from graduate to team lead, establishing benchmarks for testing standards and automation frameworks
- Designed tools and metrics for quality assessment, driving data-driven decision-making across teams
Education
Master of Information Technology -
The University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW 02.2010 - 03.2012
Skills
Leadership & Team Building
Test and Automation Strategy Planning
Test Automation & Framework Design
Big Data Platform Testing
Risk & Release Management
Regulatory Compliance in Financial Systems
Technical Expertise: Python
Technical Expertise: Docker
Technical Expertise: AWS
Extra-Curricular Activities
Passionate basketball player with over 20 years of experience, including participation in university teams and amateur leagues.
Awards
- Nasdaq CEO Award (Silver, 2016; Bronze, 2014)
- Multiple On-Spot Awards for Excellence in Leadership and Innovation
Timeline
Senior Manager - Platform Test and Automation Lead
Macquarie Group
04.2023 - Current
Director - QA Test
Nasdaq
04.2022 - 03.2023
Senior Manager - QA Test
Nasdaq
02.2018 - 03.2022
QA Test Analyst
Nasdaq
09.2012 - 01.2018
Master of Information Technology -
The University of New South Wales
02.2010 - 03.2012