Josh Burns
About
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) specializing in building reliable, scalable test
frameworks and integrating quality into every stage of development. With expertise in CI/CD
pipelines, DevSecOps, and cloud-native solutions, I focus on delivering robust, secure
software that drives impact.
I excel in refining processes, optimizing pipelines, and mentoring teams to adopt quality-first
mindsets. Whether leading migrations to modern architectures or embedding security into workflows,
I aim to make software faster, safer, and more resilient. Every project I take on is an opportunity
to innovate and elevate standards.
Posts
Experience
July 2021 - Present
- Implemented fast, effective test frameworks using GitLab, Docker, AWS/SAM, Playwright, and more.
- Key contributor to microfrontend migration, maintaining high-quality testing standards.
- Improved acceptance criteria clarity to minimize rework later in the SDLC.
- Presented strategies to AWS and other stakeholders, earning internal awards for innovation.
October 2018 - July 2021
- Redesigned CI pipelines, cutting build times by up to 80%.
- Migrated build suites from TravisCI to CircleCI seamlessly.
- Created automated performance testing for serverless apps integrated into CI pipelines.
December 2017 - October 2018
- Introduced automation suites and BDD patterns, improving the QA process.
Certifications
Certified Lean Kanban Foundation (KMP 1)
June 2018
ReactJS Academy Bootcamp
React - June 2019
Education
Southdowns College
BTEC Extended Level 3 in Music Technology
September 2010 - July 2012