Kassius Sonnylou V. Dico
Senior SDET | QA Automation Engineer | API Test Automation Specialist
Cebu, Philippines
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kassiusdico
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with 3+ years of experience in
software engineering, API testing, and automation framework development. Proven track
record of improving software quality through scalable automation frameworks, API
validation strategies, and optimized testing pipelines.
Specialized in API automation, SQL validation, and test framework implementation using
Postman, Karate Framework, Selenium, and SQL databases. Strong experience working in
agile environments, collaborating with developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to
deliver reliable enterprise software.
Recognized for improving test coverage, reducing manual regression testing, and enabling
faster release cycles through automation.
CORE SKILLS
Test Automation
Automation Tools
API Automation
Test Framework Design
Regression Automation
Functional Testing
Integration Testing
Test Data Validation
Programming
Postman
Karate Framework
Selenium
Cucumber
Tosca
JavaScript
SQL
Visual FoxPro
Delphi
MS SQL Server
MySQL
Interbase
Databases
DevOps & Workflow
GitLab
Jira
Confluence
Agile / Scrum
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Lead SDET / QA Automation Engineer
Accenture Philippines
2022 – Present
Led API testing and automation strategy for enterprise systems, improving testing
efficiency and product stability.
Developed automated API test suites using Postman and Karate Framework,
significantly reducing manual regression testing workload.
Designed and maintained scalable automation scripts for validating service responses,
data integrity, and business logic.
Implemented structured test plans, test cases, and regression suites to ensure consistent
product quality across releases.
Managed defect lifecycle using Jira, improving defect visibility and collaboration
between QA and development teams.
Produced automation test reports and quality metrics supporting release readiness and
product decisions.
Mentored QA engineers in automation best practices and API testing methodologies.
Software Developer
Accountmate Philippines
2013 – 2022
Developed and maintained enterprise financial software using Visual FoxPro and SQLbased systems.
Optimized SQL stored procedures and queries, improving application performance and
database efficiency.
Collaborated with QA teams to debug production issues and improve software
reliability.
Designed application enhancements and implemented performance improvements
across business modules.
Produced technical specifications and system documentation supporting
maintainability and future development.
Software Developer
POSWorld Philippines
2006 – 2012
Built POS system functionality using Visual FoxPro and relational database
architecture.
Developed new utilities and improved existing system modules to support business
operations.
Maintained and enhanced legacy systems while ensuring operational stability.
Data Analyst
Author Solutions Inc.
2012 – 2013
Developed operational reports and dashboards supporting leadership decision-making.
Automated recurring reports improving operational efficiency and productivity.
Performed data analysis and backtracking reports to support operational monitoring.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
Implemented API automation testing strategy improving regression testing efficiency.
Optimized database performance through SQL query tuning and stored procedure
improvements.
Mentored QA engineers in automation tools and API validation techniques.
Contributed to successful product releases through comprehensive testing and defect
management.
REFERENCES
Wilando G. Caulin
Software Developer, Atos Philippines
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Amelin Jumao-as
Senior Software Engineer, Accountmate Philippines
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Lea Alarde
Quality Engineering Senior Analyst, Accenture Inc. Philippines
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