M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration)
Sep 1986May 1989
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Major in Marketing, Management Information Systems, Human Resource Management
M.A.Sc. (Master of Applied Science)
Sep 1984Nov 1987
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Electrical Engineering Degree
Major in Computer Communications Network Systems Design
Thesis: Performance Evaluation of the Integration of Voice and Data in a High Speed Local Area Network - The Expressnet
B.A.Sc. (Bachelor of Applied Science)
Sep 1980May 1984
University of New Brunswick (UNB)
Electrical Engineering Degree
Major in Data Communication Systems
Dean's List Student '84 | Top 10% in Engineering | First Class Academic Standing Results of my Biomedical Engineering research thesis "Computer Simulation of Myoelectric Prosthesis Control" was published in CRC Critical Reviews in Biomedical Engineering, 1986.
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French Immersion Program (Superior II Level)
Jul 1988Aug 1988
Laval University
Quebec Literature (French Poetry) & Techniques in Teaching Languages
French Course
1980
Saint Thomas University
Advanced French Language Stylistics
Diplôme de la langue française (French Diploma)
Sep 1975May 1980
Alliance Francaise
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High School
Sep 1974June 1980
CSM (Certified ScrumMaster)
Dec 2017
CTFL (Certified Tester Foundation Level)
Dec 2016
PMP (Project Management Professional)
Dec 2009
PMI (Project Management Institute)
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ISO9001:2000 Internal Quality Auditor
2004
Plexus Corporation
ISO 9001:2000 Internal Quality Auditor Training (ISO/TS16949 Automotive Emphasis)
Courses in Project Management, Leadership, QA, Testing, Auditing, Programming
19792009
Numerous Institutions
HK, Canada, USA
LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/jacksonyklee Education Section
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Courses in Languages: French, Spanish, Mandarin
19751997
French
- UBC (Vancouver)
- Laval University (Quebec)
- Saint Thomas University (Fredericton, NB)
- Alliance Francaise (HK)
Spanish
- Le Centre - Intermediate Spanish (Vancouver)
- UBC (Vancouver)
Mandarin
- S.U.C.C.E.S.S. (Vancouver)
Senior Test Consultant
Mar 2019Present
PLATO
Client #3: SaskPower
Client #2: City of Saskatoon
Client #1: FortisBC
Senior Test Lead
Sept 2024Jan 2025
SaskPower
Introduced Test Planning documentation, executed and reviewed test cases (Logistics, IS-U module). Reported to Test Manager
• Provided Test Plan template; and recommendations on current test plan
• Provided Best Practices document; and Test Strategy template for test Management) automation
• Prepared various excel spreadsheets for test planning
• Executed Tcode testing and two cycles of System Integration Testing (60+ Fiori test cases in each test cycle)
• Conducted QA review of 450+ test evidence logs for TCs executed
• Mentored junior tester in testing project
Senior Test Consultant
May 2024Aug 2024
City of Saskatoon
Introduced Test Planning Hierarchy, developed and executed test cases. Reported to Project Manager.
• Prepared test planning framework (Master Test Strategy, Test Planning Document, Requirement Traceability Matrix RTM)
• Introduced new Test Case template to be used consistently across various SAP portfolios (Payroll, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Enterprise Asset Management)
• Modified existing test cases to use new test case format
• Developed new test cases using new test case format
• Trained junior tester on test case development and execution
• Executed test cases on various SAP portfolios (Payroll, Finance, Enterprise Asset Management)
Sessional Instructor
Jan 2023Apr 2023
University of the Fraser Valley (UFV)
Introduced students to various concepts in Project Management
o Integration Management
o Scope Management
o Schedule Management
o Cost Management
o Quality Management
o Resource Management
o Communication Management
o Risk Management
o Procurement Management
o Stakeholder Management
Software Testing Specialist
Mar 2019Jun 2023
FortisBC
Conduct software testing activities and provide support for GWFM (Gas WorkForce Management) system – on mobile asset management project.
- Executed testing for MWFM (Mobile WorkForce Management) application suite:
o SAP testing [Plant Maintenance] (exercising of various SAP transaction codes to verify that data is properly placed into/retrieved from applications; processed work-order information is correctly written back to SAP)
o WorkSpace Application – Dispatching of work orders to field technicians
o WorkBook Application – Processing of work orders in the field sites
Scope includes functional testing, integration testing, end-to-end testing, regression testing, performance testing, defect fix verification for various work order processes (e.g. emergency, meter exchange, relight)
- Coordinated tests for two sections of SAP test plan (tag and master data testing)
- Trained 8 new test team members on MWFM applications and SAP testing procedures
- Mentored 6 junior testers on testing methodology and best practices
- Documented detailed work order lifecycle procedures for various work-order types for training and reference
- Prepared SAP test data for user training, including procedures for use in script for automation
Senior QA Analyst (Contract)
Aug 2018Oct 2018
Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers
(Auction software applications)
Conducted web-site application testing. Reported to Project Managers.
- Executed functional testing and defect fixes verification for web applications:
o Caterpillar website (Client) – new version for buying and selling used heavy equipment, trucks, other assets
o ServiceNow website (Internal) – ITSM system for service requests raised by departmental staff
o IronPlanet website – access to auctioning application
- Planned and carried out localization testing of client websites (for 12 different languages)
Senior Project Manager, Engineering
Feb 2018Apr 2018
Intrinsyc Technologies
(Internet Of Things IoT Products)
Managed 4 projects (including T&M contracts) related to IoT (Internet of Things) embedded SoM (System on Module) products involving hardware, firmware, software. Reported to Program Manager.
- Collaborated with account managers, interacted with clients and wrote SOW document.
- Prepared project plans, budget files, revenue and staff effort estimation & tracking files, invoice requests, requirement traceability matrices, project status reports.
Test Lead | Senior Quality Analyst
Nov 2010Jun 2017
Telus Communications Inc.
(Telecommunications Systems applications)
Managed test team of five staff, and executed tests to verify systems and applications for Telus customers. Coordinated testing activities for two test teams (in Vancouver and Bangalore) - for agile and waterfall methodology projects.
- Planned testing projects; prepared test strategy, test plan, test cases, test scripts, test metrics reports.
- Executed tests (manual and automated) to verify features and defect fixes for software applications (e.g. ITSM – Incident Management, Asset Management, Change Management, Release Management modules); and, interacted with vendor (BMC). Provided guidance to team in test automation.
- Conducted functional, regression, integration, localization (French) testing and data migration testing.
- Received E-Star recognition for ‘Professionalism and Perseverance’.
Quality Engineer (Contract)
Sep 2010Sep 2010
Sonic Enclosures
(Mobile Enclosures Integrating Operating Equipment for Industrial Applications)
Developed technical quality record. Reported to VP Engineering.
- Wrote quality document to prepare company to bid on a customer contract.
Director of QA and Testing
Jun 2010Sep 2010
Thirdi Software
(e-Commerce applications)
Managed testing of applications for release to customers. Reported to Company Owner.
- Planned, coordinated and executed QA testing activities.
- Prepared quality management system manual, conducted project document/technical specifications reviews, quality reviews of testing deliverables. Verified features and defect fixes for all internal and customer websites.
- Made recommendations to improve existing processes.
Test Lead, PPM Project (Contract)
Feb 2010May 2010
BC Hydro
(ERP SAP Integration)
Managed test team of over ten testers for a phase of an enterprise project. Reported to Technical Project Manager.
- Planned, coordinated and managed all testing activities for Wave 1 of Project and Portfolio Management Project, involving integration of ERP software (SAP-PS, PeopleSoft, Oracle) with MS Project, Primavera for retirement of legacy software.
- Scheduled and managed preparation and execution of test scripts for functional, component, end-to-end and security testing.
- Coordinated activities on performance testing, including triggering conditions for batch processing.
- Made recommendations on test automation and regression testing via usage of test automation tool.
Software QA and Testing Manager
Nov 2009Nov 2009
Thirdi Software
(e-Commerce applications)
Managed testing of applications for release to customers. Reported to Company Owner.
- Planned, coordinated and executed QA testing activities.
- Prepared quality management system manual, conducted project document/technical specifications reviews, quality reviews of testing deliverables. Verified features and defect fixes for all internal and customer websites.
- Made recommendations to improve existing processes.
Quality Engineer (Contract)
Jul 2009Sep 2009
Sonic Enclosures
(Mobile Enclosures Integrating Operating Equipment for Industrial Applications)
Developed document on product lifecycle. Reported to VP Engineering.
- Reviewed existing system and made recommendations to Senior Management on companywide processes to improve product quality.
Process Improvement Specialist (Contract)
Sep 2008Dec 2008
Delta-Q Technologies
(Power Management Products)
Prepared quality document. Reported to Quality Manager.
- Successfully developed 5 new processes (Problem Resolution, Change Management, Sustaining Product Development, Manufacturing Planning, Configuration Control) for company-wide usage.
- Reviewed and made recommendations to improve Quality Management Systems.
Project Manager (Contract)
Jun 2007Oct 2007
Alpha Technologies
(Power Solutions)
Managed projects and introduced processes. Reported to Engineering Manager.
- Successfully managed, using MS Project and tools, 12 concurrent projects with team of 16+ staff.
- Provided recommendations, which were later implemented, on creation and management of a QA and Testing department, lab setup, best QA test design practices, testing methodologies, defect tracking.
- Prepared project charters and budgets and monitored expenses of projects on an ongoing basis.
- Developed processes for a Product Lifecycle Management Program linking all functional departments together which Management implemented on a company-wide basis.
Director, Testing and Quality Control
Oct 2004Oct 2006
SmarTire Systems
(Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems)
Managed test team and introduced company-wide quality process. Reported to CEO.
- Led team of 3 staff (1 Test Manager, 2 Test Engineers) in development of test plans, cases, procedures, scenarios, scripts for software and hardware components and systems ensuring that all products met or exceeded marketing and engineering quality requirements.
- Developed company-wide Product Management Process which was used as framework for Automotive Industry Standard Certification. Developed quality training programs and conducted internal audits. Result: Enabled SmarTire to be certified to ISO 9001:2002/TS16949 Standards.
- Conducted QA activities for requirements review, project planning, program execution, engineering development, test plans, release management, product deployment and maintenance processes.
- Prepared quality plan and roadmap in conjunction with various departments.
Manager, Product Verification and Support Group
Jun 2003Jun 2004
Triant Technologies Inc.
(Semiconductor Fault Detection Systems)
Managed test team and introduced company-wide quality process. Reported to VP Engineering.
- Directed 8 testers (Vancouver & Nanaimo) in Testing, Configuration Management, and Documentation.
- Prepared and implemented company-wide QA and Product Release Process.
- Meticulously planned and directed execution of testing activities, resulting in a high quality product and smooth field integration. Reduced beta period by 50% (from 2 weeks to 1 week) which led to significant cost savings and faster time to market.
Manager, ATM Test Development
May 2001Oct 2002
Alcatel Canada
(ATM Edge Switches)
Managed test team and assisted with auditing process. Reported to Testing Director.
- Directed a team of 7-10 senior test automation engineers in the Test Design Group providing design and infrastructure support of test scripts and test cases for functional, regression, integration and performance testing of Telecommunications equipment required to meet “5 nines” field reliability.
- Successfully represented the Vancouver Test Team in obtaining TL 9000 (Telecommunications) Certification via preparation of support documentation and answering inquiries of external auditor.
- Developed a Test Development Process, trained test engineers on best QA practices.
Manager, Product Testing and Quality Assurance
Sep 1998Apr 2001
DG Systems Inc.
(Digital Media Distribution Systems)
Managed 2 test teams and introduced company-wide quality process. Reported to VP Engineering.
- Successfully managed two teams of 8 testers (5 in San Francisco, 2 in Vancouver) and verified the integration of 30+ software applications for 2 highly-complex networks with customer base of 7500 radio stations, 770 TV stations. The combined network became the largest provider of digital distribution services to the broadcasting industry in North America.
- Achieved ‘zero hub-system failure’ record for 5 years (in DG Systems & DCI).
- Introduced a QA Methodology (Quality Plan) which improved the efficiency of the overall product development life cycle, from conception, through requirement analysis, design, implementation, testing, rollout, to customer support. Developed quality training program for cross-functional staff.
Manager, Product Testing and Quality Assurance
Apr 1997Sep 1998
Digital Courier International Inc.
(Digital Media Distribution Systems)
Managed test team and introduced company-wide quality process. Reported to VP Engineering.
- Successfully managed a team of 3 testers to verify the various client-server applications.
- Achieved ‘zero hub-system failure’ record.
- Introduced a QA Methodology (Quality Plan) which improved the efficiency of the overall product development life cycle, from conception, through requirement analysis, design, implementation, testing, rollout, to customer support. Developed quality training program for cross-functional staff.
Technical Support Specialist
Feb 1995 Apr 1997
Digital Courier International Inc.
(Digital Media Distribution Systems)
Provided technical support/help desk customer service at Network Operation Call Centre. Reported to VP Operations.
- Tested, configured, installed systems and trained internal and external customers (at client sites) on applications and tools.
- Introduced a QA Methodology (Quality Plan) which improved the efficiency of the overall product development life cycle, from conception, through requirement analysis, design, implementation, testing, rollout, to customer support. Developed quality training program for cross-functional staff.
- Achieved ‘zero hub-system failure’ record.
Software Design Engineer
Jan 1991Feb 1995
MPR Teltech Ltd.
(Image Conferencing Systems)
Designed and tested telecommunications software. Reported to Technical Team Leader.
- Designed, implemented and tested Windows-based desktop image conferencing application.
- Provided technical support at beta sites (various educational institutions).
- Received 'Top Bug-Finder Award 1994' in Advanced Technology Division.
Software Design Engineer
Jun 1989Oct 1990
IDACOM Electronics Ltd. (Hewlett-Packard)
(Network Protocol Testing Equipment)
Designed and tested telecommunications software. Reported to Engineering Manager.
- Designed, implemented and tested Common Channel Signalling Systems (SS#7) software for computer network protocol testing equipment.
- Coordinated and performed tests in field trials in customer site.