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Juan Bolsi

@juanbolsi

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Highly experienced QA Analyst with a strong Agile background.

Uruguay

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role in a collaborative environment that values quality and innovation.

I am a highly motivated and efficient QA Analyst with over 15 years of experience in both new and established QA departments. My expertise spans various business and development life cycles, with a strong emphasis on Agile methodologies. I possess a superior understanding of testing processes, business rules, and the interactions between stakeholders, which allows me to deliver real-life solutions effectively.

Throughout my career, I have managed large QA projects across different platforms, including core finance systems, applications, and APIs. My role has involved leading teams, implementing better agile practices, and ensuring quality assurance through rigorous testing processes. I have a proven track record of training and mentoring QA resources, as well as collaborating with upper management to drive project success.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

QA Manager

Current

Creditel and Credito de la Casa

Jul 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Managed QA for large projects across various platforms including core finance systems, APPs, Web, and APIs. Led a team of 4 internal and 3 external resources, both onsite and remote, for two companies.

QA Management Agile Practices Jira Manual Testing Automation Regression Testing User Acceptance Testing Training Mentoring

QA Analyst

GeneXus Consulting

Apr 2023 - Jul 2023 (3 months)

Performed API testing for Uruguay’s largest telecom company (Antel) and QA for the Number Porting system, ensuring KPI reporting within SLA. Validated requirements and executed test design, execution, and reporting.

API Testing QA Testing Design Test Execution Test Reporting Functional Testing Usability Testing Interpersonal Skills Teamwork

Company Director

Chiswick Games

Apr 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 8 months)

Managed a board game project from creative idea to final product, overseeing game and graphic design, testing, marketing, pre-production, distribution, and fulfillment.

Project Management Game Design Graphic Design Testing Marketing Distribution Fulfillment

Senior QA Analyst

Ministry of Justice UK

Oct 2018 - Apr 2021 (2 years 6 months)

Conducted QA for Scheduling and Listings and Video Hearings software, including early QA through technical diagram analysis and requirement review. Designed and executed regression scripts in collaboration with the automation team.

QA Automation UAT Performance Testing Security Testing Jira Mentoring

QA Lead

Strata (Comcast)

May 2017 - Oct 2018 (1 year 5 months)

Led the QA function in the UK, coordinating QA strategies and resources across different regions and time zones. Performed hands-on testing of the TV side of the platform and created regression scripts using Rainforest.

QA Strategy Hands On Testing Rainforest Training Mentoring Sprint Planning Stakeholder Management

Automation Analyst

Discovery Communications

Feb 2015 - Apr 2017 (2 years 2 months)

Created and automated regression tests for IBMS with Certify and managed UAT for new functionality. Performed test analysis, planning, design, implementation, and execution, and administered JIRA.

Automation Testing Regression Testing UAT Management Test Planning Testing Design Jira Manual Testing SQL

Senior QA Analyst

Piksel (Channel 4)

Jun 2013 - Jan 2015 (1 year 7 months)

Ensured quality assurance for the 4oD app (later All4) and led a code branch of the project. Designed test scripts for TDD methodology and performed requirement validation.

Quality Assurance Team Leadership TDD Sanity Testing End To End Testing Regression Testing

QA Analyst

Pilat Media

Apr 2011 - May 2013 (2 years 1 month)

Conducted quality assurance for IBMS (CTV, Discovery Communications, Prime, AT&T) and designed and executed test scripts for Change Requests. Performed Sanity, End-to-End, and Regression testing.

Quality Assurance Sanity Testing End To End Testing Regression Testing Functional Testing API Testing

Software Tester

TATA Consultancy Services

Nov 2008 - Dec 2009 (1 year 1 month)

Performed software testing activities.

Software Testing Manual Testing Functional Testing Regression Testing Test Execution Bug Reporting Test Cases Quality Assurance SDLC

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

ISTQB

Advanced Level Test Manager, Software Testing

Completed the ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager certification. This certification demonstrates advanced knowledge and skills in test management principles and practices.

ISTQB

Certified Agile Tester, Software Testing

Achieved the ISTQB CAT – Certified Agile Tester certification. This certification validates expertise in agile testing methodologies and practices.

ISTQB-ISEB

Foundation Certificate in Software Testing, Software Testing

Completed the ISTQB-ISEB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing. This foundational certification provides essential knowledge in software testing principles.

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Undergraduate, Graphic Design

Pursued an undergraduate degree in graphic design. This program provided foundational knowledge and skills in visual communication and design principles.