
Ela Garcia
@elagarcia
I build and test automation, backend systems, and mobile applications.
What I'm looking for
I've built and maintained business process automation at Arthur D. Little GmbH, using OutSystems, SQL, Microsoft PowerApps, and Azure AD. I developed a document generator, supported automation from process design through deployment, trained employees, and resolved post-release issues.
I've also delivered software and testing work across banking, mobile apps, games, and enterprise systems. My background includes Python, C, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, XML, XSLT, XPath, REST APIs, functional testing, exploratory testing, and German-language upskilling to B2.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Continuing Education & Active Job Search
Self Employed
Oct 2023 - Present (2 years 11 months)
Pursued structured upskilling in software development and German language, completing a progression from A2 to B2 German certification alongside a dedicated Python programming course. Engaged in freelance testing on Upwork.
Performed functional and exploratory testing with full test case execution across mobile and web applications. Conducted Android mobile application functional testing, tested Android and iOS games, and executed manual test cases for authentication, biometrics, digital identification, and mobile image processing applications.
Automation Technician
Arthur D Little GmbH
Jun 2021 - Jun 2023 (2 years)
Collaborated with departments to identify and design business processes for automation, covering document creation, task lists, assessment processes, and controlling/HR processes. Developed a document generator using Microsoft PowerApps and set up SSO with Azure AD, automated processes using OutSystems and SQL, conducted testing, trained employees, and maintained processes post-deployment.
Application Consultant
United Overseas Bank
Jul 2014 - Jul 2015 (1 year)
Maintained the bank's call center phone banking system and performed monthly server maintenance. Investigated user-reported production issues, tested product updates, and served as the first point of contact for client issues.
Software Engineer
Canon Information Technologies
Jul 2010 - Apr 2013 (2 years 9 months)
Developed software for character encoding conversion using the Unicode standard in C, automated testing tools, and XML/WordProcessingML to SVG and HTML5 converters using XSLT and XPath. Designed and implemented system components, created technical documentation, performed testing, and served as technical lead of the Unicode Development Block.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
STI College
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
2006 - 2010
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from STI College, Philippines, from 2006 to 2010.
Pampanga High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
2002 - 2006
High school education at Pampanga High School, Philippines, from 2002 to 2006.
Sta. Ana Central Elementary School
Elementary School Diploma, General Studies
1996 - 2002
Elementary education at Sta. Ana Central Elementary School, Philippines, from 1996 to 2002.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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