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About Greg Jacobs - Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) and QA Automation Specialist from Charleston, SC

Cypress and CI/CD Expert with a Strong Background in Front-End Development

I design and implement scalable test automation frameworks to ensure the quality and reliability of software products.

About Greg Jacobs

Greg Jacobs is a dedicated Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) and QA Automation Specialist with a strong foundation in front-end development and UI/UX design. Based in Charleston, SC, Greg leverages his extensive experience to develop robust, scalable automation solutions using tools like Cypress, Gherkin (Cucumber), and JavaScript. He excels at bridging the gap between development and quality assurance, ensuring that software products are delivered with the highest standards of quality.

Greg's expertise includes designing and implementing test architectures that enhance test coverage and maintainability, integrating automated test results with tools like Jira Xray and TestRail, and optimizing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions. His approach to QA automation emphasizes efficiency, strategic test design, and seamless integration with development workflows.

  • ・Cypress Automation Testing・
  • ・QA Automation Strategies・
  • ・CI/CD Pipeline Optimization・
  • ・Test Architecture & Design Patterns・
  • ・Node.js & JavaScript・
  • ・Integration with Jira Xray & TestRail・
  • ・User-Centered Testing Approach・

Greg Jacobs Interests and Expertise

  • ・QA Automation Engineering・
  • ・Software Development in Test (SDET)・
  • ・Cypress & Gherkin (Cucumber)・
  • ・Test Data Management & Synchronization Strategies・
  • ・Front-End Development (Vue, React, JavaScript)・
  • ・UI/UX Design Background・

As a Software Development Engineer in Test, Greg is passionate about creating efficient and maintainable test automation frameworks that not only validate software functionality but also enhance the overall user experience. His journey from UI/UX design to QA automation provides him with a unique perspective on software quality, making him an invaluable asset to any development team.

Whether you're looking to optimize your testing processes, integrate robust test automation into your CI/CD pipelines, or improve the quality of your software products, Greg's expertise in test automation and software development will help you achieve your goals with confidence.

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Hello,
I'm Greg Jacobs
QA Automation Engineer / SDET
A QA Automation Developer and SDET with a passion for testing and ensuring software quality. I specialize in building robust, scalable test automation frameworks using tools like Cypress, Gherkin, and JavaScript. My focus is on enhancing product reliability and accelerating development cycles by integrating efficient test automation into CI/CD pipelines.
About Me
Hi, I'm Gregory Jacobs — a passionate QA Automation Engineer and Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) based in Charleston, SC. With a strong foundation in test automation, frontend development, and API integration, I specialize in designing scalable test frameworks that ensure software quality while driving efficient workflows.
My Journey
My career began with a fascination for technology in my early teens and evolved into roles as a graphic designer, frontend developer, and now an automation specialist. Today, I'm focused on building test frameworks and ensuring seamless integration of automated tests within CI/CD pipelines to reduce time-to-market and enhance product reliability.
What I'm Working On
Currently, I'm refining my expertise in QA automation tools like Cypress, integrating advanced testing practices with Testrail and Jira Xray. On the personal front, I'm working on PingMaster, a Node.js app for network performance analysis, and exploring new avenues in full-stack development with Vue.js.

Skills / Languages

A diverse skillset spanning automation testing, frontend development, and API integration.

Timeline

A journey through milestones that have defined my career in QA and development.

Built My First Computer
Developed a passion for technology by assembling my first custom-built computer in my adolescence.
1990
Self-Taught Computer Skills
As a teenager, honed my skills in Graphic Design using Adobe Photoshop and began exploring software development through code in Adobe Flash and Visual Basic.
1990–2000
Graphic Design Internship
Interned at Interactive Data Visualization (IDV), creating 3D environments using SpeedTree RT and Adobe tools.
2005
Graduated with a Bachelor’s in Media Arts
Earned a degree in Graphic Design & Media Arts from the University of South Carolina, focusing on design and web development.
2007
Architectural Design Experience
Worked at Jumper Carter Sease Architects and The Booth Company, refining skills in 3D rendering, AutoCAD, and team collaboration.
2007–2009
Philips Consumer Lifestyle Designer
Designed product packaging and promotional materials for major retailers such as Wal-Mart, Sears, and Best Buy.
2010
Certified in Website Design & Development
Completed certification from Trident Technical College, marking a shift to web development and multimedia design.
2011
Chief Website Designer at Freshley Media
Led website design and development projects, transforming outdated PHP sites into responsive Magento E-Commerce platforms.
2011–2015
Joined 2Book (MassageBook) as Lead UI/UX Designer
Took the lead in redesigning the application’s UI/UX, driving a 300% increase in mobile and tablet traffic.
2015
Established SCSS Architecture
Developed a scalable SCSS architecture, standardizing CSS practices and improving cross-browser compatibility.
2016
Refactored Legacy Codebase
Streamlined the transition from Bootstrap 2 to Bootstrap 4 while introducing modern Vue.js components.
2018
Led CI/CD Integration
Implemented GitHub Actions workflows and automated testing pipelines, reducing deployment time by 30%.
2020
Began QA Automation Leadership
Redesigned project architecture for E2E testing using Cypress and integrated with TestRail and Jira Xray.
2021
Launched Updated Portfolio Website
Showcased my projects and skills through an optimized JAMstack site with dynamic search functionality.
2023
Mentoring Junior Developers
Provided guidance on test automation and frontend development, fostering team growth and knowledge sharing.
2024
Published Cypress NPM Package
Released the NPM open-source package cypress-dynamic-fixtures, enabling dynamic test data injection in Cypress tests. Wrote a detailed Dev.to article explaining the implementation.
2025
Become a Senior Full-Stack Developer
Aim to lead development teams and architect scalable, user-friendly web and mobile applications.
Future Goal
Let's Connect!
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife Sarah and our dogs Rogue & Fonzie. I'm passionate about live music, cooking, jamming on my guitar to my favorite songs of Classic Rock, and exploring the Lowcountry. Feel free to reach out — I'd love to chat about projects, testing, or ideas for innovation.