Cypress
Facundo Ignacio Alaniz
Sr QA Engineer
Buenos Aires
Summary
Dynamic Senior QA Engineer with more than 15 years history of integrating emerging diagnostic techniques to provide accurate, actionable test results. Uncovers unique testing methodologies and designs celebrated diagnostic techniques. Applies proven test approaches while pioneering efficient and cost-effective diagnostic tools.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Lead Software Test Engineer
Independent Consulting
United States
02.2020 - Current
- Streamlined testing processes by implementing automation tools, reducing manual effort and increasing efficiency.
- Managed test environments effectively, maintaining consistency across platforms for accurate results.
- Improved application performance by analyzing data, identifying bottlenecks, and recommending optimal solutions to developers.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by reviewing requirements documents and validating test plans accordingly.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for all test activities, enabling seamless knowledge transfer among team members.
- Contributed to the successful release of multiple software versions through rigorous testing and defect management processes.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement within the team by promoting best practices in testing methodologies and techniques.
Senior QA Lead
Hansen
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features and functionalities.
- Evaluated potential risks associated with new software releases by performing extensive regression testing as needed.
- Enhanced team performance by providing guidance and mentorship to junior QA engineers.
- Developed custom test cases and scripts, resulting in more accurate identification of software issues.
- Reduced software defects by conducting thorough manual and automated testing on a regular basis.
- Conducted root cause analysis on recurring issues, leading to long-term solutions and improved software stability.
Lead QA Engineer
Kala
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Evaluated potential risks associated with new software releases by performing extensive regression testing as needed.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features and functionalities.
- Conducted root cause analysis on recurring issues, leading to long-term solutions and improved software stability.
- Reduced software defects by conducting thorough manual and automated testing on a regular basis.
- Improved product quality by implementing comprehensive test strategies and plans for various software applications.
Lead QA Engineer
Everest
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Test all aspects of blockchain-based applications, including mobile platforms (functional, security, performance, API).
- Develop and execute test plans, including creating test cases and documenting results.
- Collaborate with developers to identify and resolve bugs in decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts.
- Ensure the security and reliability of crypto wallets, exchanges, and blockchain transactions across desktop and mobile devices.
- Stay current on the latest blockchain technologies and testing methodologies.
Lead QA Engineer
PayPal
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Contributed to successful product launches through meticulous end-to-end testing of applications.
- Collaborated with developers to identify and resolve software issues, leading to higher product reliability.
- Optimized test coverage by maintaining a well-organized, up-to-date library of test cases corresponding to application requirements changes over time.
- Accelerated issue resolution times by effectively prioritizing defects based on severity and impact on the end-user experience.
Lead QA Engineer
Yappaapp
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with developers to identify and resolve software issues, leading to higher product reliability.
- Optimized test coverage by maintaining a well-organized, up-to-date library of test cases corresponding to application requirements changes over time.
- Coordinated with customer support teams to understand user complaints and prioritize testing efforts accordingly.
- Enhanced security testing protocols, mitigating potential vulnerabilities in software releases.
- Tested functional and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
QA Automation Engineer
PwC
11.2018 - 06.2020
- Streamlined QA processes by developing and maintaining automation scripts, contributing to faster release cycles.
- Supported agile development methodologies by participating in daily stand-ups, sprint planning sessions, and retrospectives.
- Enhanced product reliability with thorough regression testing and continuous integration practices.
- Created detailed documentation for test cases, procedures, and results analysis, promoting transparency in the QA process.
QA Automation Engineer
ITX Tech Group
10.2017 - 11.2019
- Streamlined QA processes by developing and maintaining automation scripts, contributing to faster release cycles.
- Supported agile development methodologies by participating in daily stand-ups, sprint planning sessions, and retrospectives.
- Enhanced product reliability with thorough regression testing and continuous integration practices.
- Reduced manual testing time through the implementation of robust automation frameworks, optimizing resource utilization.
Automation Tester
Despegar.com
10.2015 - 09.2017
- Improved software quality by designing and executing comprehensive test plans for automation testing.
- Reduced manual testing efforts with the development of reusable automated test scripts.
- Updated and maintained project documentation for detailed recordkeeping.
- Identified critical defects in the early stages, performing detailed root cause analysis to prevent future occurrences.
QA Engineer
VMN Group
10.2012 - 02.2015
- Contributed to successful product launches through meticulous end-to-end testing of applications.
- Collaborated with developers to identify and resolve software issues, leading to higher product reliability.
- Optimized test coverage by maintaining a well-organized, up-to-date library of test cases corresponding to application requirements changes over time.
- Accelerated issue resolution times by effectively prioritizing defects based on severity and impact on the end-user experience.
QA Engineer
Globant
06.2009 - 02.2012
- Contributed to successful product launches through meticulous end-to-end testing of applications.
- Collaborated with developers to identify and resolve software issues, leading to higher product reliability.
- Optimized test coverage by maintaining a well-organized, up-to-date library of test cases corresponding to application requirements changes over time.
- Accelerated issue resolution times by effectively prioritizing defects based on severity and impact on the end-user experience.
- Enhanced software quality by developing and implementing comprehensive testing strategies.
Education
Computer Science - Information Technology
Universidad Nacional De La Plata
La Plata, Argentina 02.2021 - Current
Skills
Client communication
Software
Selenium
Typescript
Python
Appium
Postman
Playwright
Azure DevOps
AWS
Timeline
Senior QA Lead
Hansen
05.2023 - 01.2025
Lead QA Engineer
Kala
07.2022 - 07.2023
Lead QA Engineer
Everest
12.2021 - 12.2022
Lead QA Engineer
PayPal
10.2021 - 07.2022
Computer Science - Information Technology
Universidad Nacional De La Plata
02.2021 - Current
Lead Software Test Engineer
Independent Consulting
02.2020 - Current
Lead QA Engineer
Yappaapp
11.2019 - 12.2021
QA Automation Engineer
PwC
11.2018 - 06.2020
QA Automation Engineer
ITX Tech Group
10.2017 - 11.2019
Automation Tester
Despegar.com
10.2015 - 09.2017
QA Engineer
VMN Group
10.2012 - 02.2015
QA Engineer
Globant
06.2009 - 02.2012