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Omoleye Omoruyi
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Adewale Adekomaiya’s professional journey is one of curiosity, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of excellence in software quality. As a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer with six years of experience spanning fintech, payroll solutions, and service delivery, Adewale has distinguished himself as a critical force in shaping reliable and impactful digital products.
His story is rooted in an intrinsic fascination with how systems work and a desire to ensure they perform flawlessly for the users who depend on them. This dedication has not only defined his career but set him on a path to becoming a thought leader in the global tech community, where his expertise is poised to inspire new approaches and innovations in Quality Assurance (QA).
“I’ve always been curious about how systems work and ensuring they perform flawlessly,” Adewale says in a chat with Technext, reflecting on the foundation of his career.
This curiosity, combined with his technical grounding in MSSQL and early experiences in IT support, gave him a nuanced understanding of system behaviours and the ripple effects of even minor issues.
Adewale’s transition to QA was a deliberate choice—an avenue that allowed him to blend his technical expertise with his natural problem-solving instincts. As he deepened his engagement with the field, his ability to uncover edge cases and anticipate potential challenges became a hallmark of his work, ensuring products were not just functional but robust and reliable.
Adewale Adekomaiya, Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Among the defining moments of his career, Adewale cites his work on Paycheck.ng, a payroll platform that serves thousands of employees.
“Seeing the positive impact on people’s lives solidified my passion for QA in fintech and payroll solutions,” he explains.
Identifying critical flaws early in the project’s lifecycle, Adewale ensured accurate and timely payroll processing, preventing potential disruptions that could have had wide-reaching consequences for individuals and businesses alike. This experience exemplified the transformative potential of QA—not just as a technical discipline, but as a way to directly enhance people’s lives through reliable technology.
Throughout his career, Adewale has consistently tackled complex projects that required both technical ingenuity and a strategic vision. His time at Flutterwave, one of Africa’s leading fintech companies, is particularly illustrative of his impact.
As part of the team responsible for launching the Buy Now Pay Later feature for the Flutterwave Business Application, Adewale played a pivotal role in ensuring the product’s success.
Adewale Adekomaiya, Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
“I and my team designed over 13,000 functional test cases in TestRail, significantly enhancing test coverage and overall product quality,” he notes. This rigorous approach not only safeguarded the application’s functionality but also reinforced the company’s reputation for delivering dependable financial solutions.
Beyond manual testing, Adewale has been a champion of automation and process optimisation, areas where he has delivered measurable improvements.
“I led the development of an automation framework that improved testing efficiency by 20%, streamlining processes and accelerating project timelines,” he says.
By automating repetitive tasks and integrating advanced techniques like reverse engineering, Adewale improved the reliability and functionality of major fintech applications, including Flutterwave Business, Moneywave, and Barter. His ability to seamlessly blend technical expertise with strategic planning has allowed him to identify opportunities for innovation and implement solutions that drive tangible results.
Adewale’s impact extends beyond individual projects to systemic improvements that benefit entire organisations. Recognising the importance of collaboration and integration, he introduced TestRail as a test management tool and integrated it with Jira for multiple companies, including Flutterwave and CWG. This initiative optimised test case management, improved team collaboration, and streamlined QA workflows, enabling teams to deliver better software faster.
“I strengthened deployment processes by incorporating a test stage into the CI/CD pipeline, enabling early issue detection and ensuring smoother releases,” he explains, demonstrating his forward-thinking approach to quality assurance.
Adewale Adekomaiya, Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
The rapidly changing landscape of software development presents both challenges and opportunities for QA professionals, and Adewale is deeply engaged in addressing these shifts.
“As applications become more complex and development cycles shorten with Agile and DevOps, ensuring thorough test coverage without slowing down releases is a constant struggle,” he says.
The emergence of AI and machine learning systems adds another layer of complexity, requiring new approaches to validate logic and decision-making. Yet, Adewale sees these challenges as opportunities to innovate and redefine the role of QA in modern software development.
“AI-driven testing tools are transforming QA by automating bug detection, generating smarter test cases, and enabling predictive analysis,” he says, highlighting the exciting potential of these advancements.
“QA is evolving from just finding bugs to enhancing user satisfaction and trust in digital products,” he explains. This perspective underscores his belief in the power of QA to drive meaningful outcomes, from delivering reliable fintech solutions to fostering innovation in emerging technologies.
As a thought leader in QA, Adewale is committed to sharing his knowledge and advancing the field on a global scale.
“My vision is to foster a culture of quality, innovation, and collaboration in the global tech community,” he states. To achieve this, he actively contributes to industry discourse through articles that explore emerging trends, best practices, and practical solutions to common challenges.
His focus areas include automation, API testing, and the integration of QA into CI/CD pipelines, areas where he has already demonstrated significant expertise. By sharing his insights, Adewale aims to empower teams worldwide to overcome challenges, adopt innovative practices, and deliver exceptional software.
Mentorship is another key aspect of Adewale’s journey, reflecting his commitment to building a future-ready QA community. He hopes to make the field more accessible and impactful by guiding aspiring professionals and demystifying the complexities of QA.
“I’m exploring mentorship opportunities to guide aspiring QA professionals and make quality assurance more accessible to teams globally,” he says, emphasising the importance of knowledge-sharing in fostering a culture of excellence.
Adewale Adekomaiya, Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Adewale Adekomaiya’s ultimate goal is to connect with leading minds in the tech industry, engage in meaningful discussions, and drive initiatives that elevate industry standards. His vision is one of collaboration and shared responsibility, where quality becomes a collective priority and innovation thrives.
“My ultimate goal is to help build a tech ecosystem where quality is a shared responsibility, innovation thrives, and products truly enhance lives,” he notes, encapsulating the mission that guides his work.
His story is rooted in an intrinsic fascination with how systems work and a desire to ensure they perform flawlessly for the users who depend on them. This dedication has not only defined his career but set him on a path to becoming a thought leader in the global tech community, where his expertise is poised to inspire new approaches and innovations in Quality Assurance (QA).
“I’ve always been curious about how systems work and ensuring they perform flawlessly,” Adewale says in a chat with Technext, reflecting on the foundation of his career.
This curiosity, combined with his technical grounding in MSSQL and early experiences in IT support, gave him a nuanced understanding of system behaviours and the ripple effects of even minor issues.
Adewale’s transition to QA was a deliberate choice—an avenue that allowed him to blend his technical expertise with his natural problem-solving instincts. As he deepened his engagement with the field, his ability to uncover edge cases and anticipate potential challenges became a hallmark of his work, ensuring products were not just functional but robust and reliable.
Adewale Adekomaiya, Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Among the defining moments of his career, Adewale cites his work on Paycheck.ng, a payroll platform that serves thousands of employees.
“Seeing the positive impact on people’s lives solidified my passion for QA in fintech and payroll solutions,” he explains.
Identifying critical flaws early in the project’s lifecycle, Adewale ensured accurate and timely payroll processing, preventing potential disruptions that could have had wide-reaching consequences for individuals and businesses alike. This experience exemplified the transformative potential of QA—not just as a technical discipline, but as a way to directly enhance people’s lives through reliable technology.
Throughout his career, Adewale has consistently tackled complex projects that required both technical ingenuity and a strategic vision. His time at Flutterwave, one of Africa’s leading fintech companies, is particularly illustrative of his impact.
As part of the team responsible for launching the Buy Now Pay Later feature for the Flutterwave Business Application, Adewale played a pivotal role in ensuring the product’s success.
Adewale Adekomaiya, Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
“I and my team designed over 13,000 functional test cases in TestRail, significantly enhancing test coverage and overall product quality,” he notes. This rigorous approach not only safeguarded the application’s functionality but also reinforced the company’s reputation for delivering dependable financial solutions.
Beyond manual testing, Adewale has been a champion of automation and process optimisation, areas where he has delivered measurable improvements.
“I led the development of an automation framework that improved testing efficiency by 20%, streamlining processes and accelerating project timelines,” he says.
By automating repetitive tasks and integrating advanced techniques like reverse engineering, Adewale improved the reliability and functionality of major fintech applications, including Flutterwave Business, Moneywave, and Barter. His ability to seamlessly blend technical expertise with strategic planning has allowed him to identify opportunities for innovation and implement solutions that drive tangible results.
Adewale’s impact extends beyond individual projects to systemic improvements that benefit entire organisations. Recognising the importance of collaboration and integration, he introduced TestRail as a test management tool and integrated it with Jira for multiple companies, including Flutterwave and CWG. This initiative optimised test case management, improved team collaboration, and streamlined QA workflows, enabling teams to deliver better software faster.
“I strengthened deployment processes by incorporating a test stage into the CI/CD pipeline, enabling early issue detection and ensuring smoother releases,” he explains, demonstrating his forward-thinking approach to quality assurance.
Adewale Adekomaiya, Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
The rapidly changing landscape of software development presents both challenges and opportunities for QA professionals, and Adewale is deeply engaged in addressing these shifts.
“As applications become more complex and development cycles shorten with Agile and DevOps, ensuring thorough test coverage without slowing down releases is a constant struggle,” he says.
The emergence of AI and machine learning systems adds another layer of complexity, requiring new approaches to validate logic and decision-making. Yet, Adewale sees these challenges as opportunities to innovate and redefine the role of QA in modern software development.
“AI-driven testing tools are transforming QA by automating bug detection, generating smarter test cases, and enabling predictive analysis,” he says, highlighting the exciting potential of these advancements.
“QA is evolving from just finding bugs to enhancing user satisfaction and trust in digital products,” he explains. This perspective underscores his belief in the power of QA to drive meaningful outcomes, from delivering reliable fintech solutions to fostering innovation in emerging technologies.
As a thought leader in QA, Adewale is committed to sharing his knowledge and advancing the field on a global scale.
“My vision is to foster a culture of quality, innovation, and collaboration in the global tech community,” he states. To achieve this, he actively contributes to industry discourse through articles that explore emerging trends, best practices, and practical solutions to common challenges.
His focus areas include automation, API testing, and the integration of QA into CI/CD pipelines, areas where he has already demonstrated significant expertise. By sharing his insights, Adewale aims to empower teams worldwide to overcome challenges, adopt innovative practices, and deliver exceptional software.
Mentorship is another key aspect of Adewale’s journey, reflecting his commitment to building a future-ready QA community. He hopes to make the field more accessible and impactful by guiding aspiring professionals and demystifying the complexities of QA.
“I’m exploring mentorship opportunities to guide aspiring QA professionals and make quality assurance more accessible to teams globally,” he says, emphasising the importance of knowledge-sharing in fostering a culture of excellence.
Adewale Adekomaiya, Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Adewale Adekomaiya’s ultimate goal is to connect with leading minds in the tech industry, engage in meaningful discussions, and drive initiatives that elevate industry standards. His vision is one of collaboration and shared responsibility, where quality becomes a collective priority and innovation thrives.
“My ultimate goal is to help build a tech ecosystem where quality is a shared responsibility, innovation thrives, and products truly enhance lives,” he notes, encapsulating the mission that guides his work.