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CHRISTOPHER BRITTEN

Nova Scotia | chris@chrisbritten.ca | LinkedIn Profile

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

Software Developer with Test Automation background holding 2.5+ years of hands-on experience building and testing web applications. Skilled in test automation frameworks (Selenium, Cucumber BDD, Maven), full-stack development (React, Node.js, JavaScript), and WordPress customization. Currently completing a Full Stack Software Development Diploma focused on production-ready applications, RESTful APIs, and SQL databases. Looking to bring a quality-first approach to a full-stack development role.

KEY SKILLS

Full Stack Development
Responsive Web Design
CI/CD Pipelines
Deployment & Hosting
End-to-End Development
Agile Methodologies
API Integration
Team Collaboration
Version Control (Git)
Code Debugging & Testing
Cross-browser Compatibility
API Testing

TECHNICAL SKILLS

HTML, CSS, JavaScript Python, Java WordPress, Elementor AWS, Vercel
Git, GitHub REST APIs SQL, noSQL React, Vite
Postman VS Code, IntelliJ IDEA Trello, Jira Selenium, JUnit

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

WEB DEVELOPER (CONTRACT)

FIREQ, REMOTE

DEC 2025 - PRESENT
  • Developed and maintained a WordPress product website, ensuring reliability, security, and responsive design.
  • Built custom interactive components (carousels, grids, modals) using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Implemented SSL protocols and resolved broken links to improve site integrity.
  • Optimized call-to-action placements and integrated app store links to improve conversions.
  • Managed full project lifecycle independently using Trello in a remote capacity.
  • Debugged layout and performance issues using DevTools for cross-browser compatibility.
  • Successfully launched the updated website on schedule.

PROGRAM ASSISTANT

CITIZENSHIP & IMMIGRATION CANADA, CENTRALIZED NETWORK, SYDNEY, NS

SEPT 2023 - MAY 2024
  • Validates, verifies, and processes applications for clients applying for Canadian citizenship.
  • Flagged discrepancies or missing documentation for program officers to address.
  • Acted as team lead during the supervisor's absence, managing day-to-day operations, supporting team members with tasks, and ensuring deadlines were met efficiently.
  • Coordinated the flow of case files and communications between departments, ensuring deadlines were met.
  • Demonstrates proficiency with government software and tools, including Horizon and GCMS.

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER IN TEST (SDET)

PER-FLEET (REMOTE)

JAN 2021 - AUG 2023
  • Led Automation Testing for diverse software projects, ensuring software quality.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including network professionals, to design and implement test strategies.
  • Gained proficiency in automation tools like Selenium, Cucumber, and JUnit.
  • Conducted thorough testing of network protocols, identifying and addressing performance and security issues.
  • Developed and maintained automated test suites, enhancing software integration and network security.
  • Documented test plans and results for clear communication and troubleshooting.

Technologies Used: Selenium WebDriver, Java, Maven, Jira, Postman, Rest-Assured, Jenkins, Git, SQL, TestNG.

PROFESSIONAL SNOWSPORTS INSTRUCTOR

SKI BEN EOIN SNOW SCHOOL, BEN EOIN, NS (SEASONAL)

JAN 2014 – ONGOING
  • Honored as "Ski Instructor of the Year (2023)" by the Canadian Ski Instructors' Alliance (CSIA) for excellence in instruction and commitment to student success.
  • Recognized as "Most Reliable" Instructor (2018); coordinated events and adapted teaching methods for diverse skill levels.

TRAINING & EDUCATION

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Community Involvement

Ski Ben Eoin Volunteer (Various Events)
Caddy, PGA Golf Tournament – The Lakes Golf Club

Interests

Trivia, Fitness, Hiking, Skiing, Fishing