Dean Barone
@deanbarone
Performance-driven QA manager with 20 years of expertise.
What I'm looking for
I am a performance-driven quality assurance test professional with over 20 years of experience in BPO and BPaaS. My career has been marked by a commitment to delivering optimal products through innovative solutions and effective team leadership. I have successfully led teams of QA analysts, fostering a collaborative environment that emphasizes quality, communication, and teamwork.
In my role as a QA Manager at TMG Health, I have defined team goals and performance metrics aligned with business strategies, conducted performance reviews, and implemented comprehensive QA strategies. My ability to manage budgets and resources effectively has ensured the successful completion of projects while maintaining high standards of quality. I am passionate about mentoring and developing my team, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge necessary to excel in their roles.
Throughout my career, I have collaborated closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure testability, while also establishing key quality metrics to measure and improve QA effectiveness. My extensive experience in various types of testing, including functional, integration, and regression testing, has equipped me with the skills to identify and mitigate potential risks, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
QA Manager – Projects
TMG Health a Cognizant Company
Sep 2020 - Aug 2024 (3 years 11 months)
Led and mentored a team of 5 – 10 QA analysts, fostering a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Defined team goals, individual objectives, and performance metrics aligned with overall business strategy.
Senior QA Testing Analyst
TMG Health a Cognizant Company
Jun 2014 - Aug 2020 (6 years 2 months)
Consulted with product owners and developers to fully understand intended features and functionality. Explored new technologies and tools that quality assurance team could use for testing purposes.
Billing Manager
TMG Health Inc
Jun 2010 - May 2014 (3 years 11 months)
Engaged in oversight of all billing for all TMG Clients. Developed improved standard operating procedures to increase billing accuracy.
Business Analyst
TMG Health Inc
Jan 2006 - May 2010 (4 years 4 months)
Identified bottlenecks in processes and implemented new and improved procedures and policies to ease friction and improve efficiency. Performed root cause analysis of data to develop counter-strategy and improve performance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Dunmore High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
Completed high school education at Dunmore High School.
Mansfield University Of Pennsylvania
No Degree, General Studies
Attended Mansfield University of Pennsylvania, completing some college coursework.
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Software and tools used professionally
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