Simon Parr

Simon Parr is an experienced Senior Software Developer Engineer in Test currently at Sidetrade since August 2020, with a strong background in test automation and quality assurance. Simon has previously served as Test Automation/QA Lead at Impero Software and held roles as QA Engineer/Test Lead at Red Box, where responsibilities included managing teams of test engineers, developing automation frameworks using technologies like Appium and Selenium, and coordinating with stakeholders. Simon's early career included technical consultancy at Alchemy Wireless and software development at BlackBerry, focusing on cellular technologies and mobile software. Simon holds a PhD in Microprocessor Design and an MEng in Electronic and Software Engineering from Loughborough University.