Hi, I’m
Gonzalo Roland
Summary
Quality Assurance professional with over 15 years of experience in the software industry working on web, mobile and native products through a hands-on approach that makes the best use of the current tools and by leading teams that champion and ensure the implementation of the most efficient quality practices among multi-disciplinary organizations to achieve quality levels that match the expectations of stakeholders and end-users alike.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Rootstrap
Sr. QA Engineer
10.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Improved product quality by meticulously designing and executing test plans for software applications for different teams and clients.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve defects throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Automated regression tests using Cypress and Appium to improve testing efficiency and accuracy.
- Incorporated AI tools to enhance process and automate testing tasks.
- Led root cause analysis sessions to address recurring issues and enhance product reliability.
- Collaborated closely with developers to identify, reproduce, and resolve software bugs.
- Evaluated new tools and technologies to enhance overall QA effectiveness and accuracy.
- Established key performance indicators for measuring ongoing success of QA initiatives.
MURAL
Staff / Lead QA Engineer
01.2018 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Led QA Team of 6 people in the core-module product pilar.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance understanding of product requirements and help better define functional specifications.
- Contributed to successful product launches through meticulous end-to-end testing.
- Collaborated with developers to identify and resolve software issues, leading to higher product reliability.
- Analyzed user feedback to inform test case development, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and expectations.
- Conducted performance testing and analysis to optimize application responsiveness and stability under load.
- Managed local and offshore QA resources effectively in order to ensure seamless workflow integration within the team.
- Advanced departmental knowledge-sharing by training new QA Engineers on company-specific testing methodologies and tools.
- Accelerated issue resolution times by effectively prioritizing defects based on severity and impact on the end-user experience.
- Improved user satisfaction with rigorous usability testing and feedback implementation.
- Coordinated with customer support teams to understand user complaints and prioritize testing efforts accordingly.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
- Completed in-depth usability testing on Windows, Android and iOS mobile devices.
- Evaluated function, performance and design compliance of every product against design standards and customer needs.
- Incorporated delivery requirements into planning of testing schedules.
- Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
Viz Flowics
Sr. QA Engineer
09.2015 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Contributed to development of company-wide QA strategy, aligning testing processes with business goals.
- Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
- Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
- Advocated for continuous improvement initiatives within the QA process framework.
- Developed and executed test plans to ensure software quality and functionality.
- Strengthened collaboration between QA, development, and product management teams through effective communication strategies.
Wunderman Thompson
Ssr. QA Engineer
12.2013 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Ensured compliance with automotive industry standards and regulations, maintaining company's reputation for quality and reliability.
- Gathered data on integration issues and vulnerabilities, reported findings and recommended improvements.
- Advised developers on problems with databases, performance and other issues.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
Globant
Ssr. QA Analyst
08.2011 - 11.2013
Job overview
- Identified, documented, and tracked defects using Jira for efficient resolution
- Analyzed functional documentation for proper test case authoring.
- Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.
- Recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team to implement corrective actions.
Gameloft
QA Tester
01.2010 - 08.2011
Job overview
- Conducted regression testing to verify system stability after enhancements and bug fixes.
- Tested applications on prototype mobile devices.
- Provided timely feedback to developers on identified issues, enabling rapid resolution of bugs before launch deadlines.
- Performed manual exploratory testing when necessary, uncovering hidden defects not detected by scripted tests.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards like ISO 9001 by diligently adhering to established QA processes and guidelines.
Education
Universidad Tencnológica NacionalBuenos Aires, Argentina
UX Designer Certification from Information Technology
11-2020
Universidad Tecnológica NacionalBuenos Aires, Argentina
Fullstack Web-Developer Certification from Information Technology
11-2018
Universidad De Buenos AiresBuenos Aires, Argentina
Bachelor of Arts from Cultural Anthropology
12.2013
Skills
- Test strategy development
- Test automation frameworks
- AI tools and coding
- API Testing
- Mobile testing
- Test plan design and execution
- Tools & tech: Javascript, Typescript, NodeJS, ReactJS, React Native, iOS, Android, Flutter, Cloudmongo, Git-Hub, Jenkins, Postman, Charles, SoapUI, Hoppscotch, Jira, Xray, Testrail, Zephyr, Cypress, WebdriverIO, Appium, Cursor, ChatGPT, Adobe Suite, Figma
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Sr. QA Engineer
Rootstrap
10.2023 - Current
Staff / Lead QA Engineer
MURAL
01.2018 - 06.2023
Sr. QA Engineer
Viz Flowics
09.2015 - 12.2017
Ssr. QA Engineer
Wunderman Thompson
12.2013 - 08.2015
Ssr. QA Analyst
Globant
08.2011 - 11.2013
QA Tester
Gameloft
01.2010 - 08.2011
Universidad Tencnológica Nacional
UX Designer Certification from Information Technology
Universidad Tecnológica Nacional
Fullstack Web-Developer Certification from Information Technology
Universidad De Buenos Aires
Bachelor of Arts from Cultural Anthropology
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