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Laurentiu Vlad

@laurentiuvlad

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Experienced Scrum Master and IT Project Manager with a proven track record.

Romania

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration, encourages innovation, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

As an experienced Scrum Master and IT Project Manager, I have over five years of expertise in expanding cross-functional delivery teams and liaising with executives and stakeholders to deliver high-quality enterprise-grade software. My journey has been marked by a commitment to Agile principles and a data-driven approach that ensures timely adaptation to new technologies.

Throughout my career, I have successfully facilitated sprint planning, daily Scrum meetings, and retrospectives, while also managing product backlogs and tracking key metrics. My ability to motivate teams and defuse tension has been crucial in maintaining a productive work environment. I am passionate about educating team members on Scrum methodology and Agile frameworks, ensuring that everyone is aligned and engaged in the project lifecycle.

I thrive in high-pressure environments and excel at managing multiple projects simultaneously, always focusing on delivering results within strict deadlines and budgets. My goal is to continue fostering collaboration and innovation within teams, driving projects to successful completion while enhancing user experience and stakeholder satisfaction.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Scrum Master

iSoftBet

Apr 2018 - Present (7 years 4 months)

Evangelized Agile/Scrum principles and methodology, ensuring high-quality software delivery. Facilitated sprint planning, daily Scrum meetings, retrospectives, and demonstrations, while managing testing teams and tracking product backlog.

Jira Confluence Agile Scrum Risk Management Automated Testing Resource Management

Project Manager/Scrum Master

Telcor Communications

May 2017 - Present (8 years 3 months)

Focused teams on business objectives, tracking progress to ensure project milestones were completed on time and within budget. Defined processes and tools, created detailed project roadmaps, and managed projects in Jira and TestRail.

Jira TestRail Project Management Risk Mitigation Agile Methodologies Project Planning Automation Testing Technical Documentation

QA Specialist and Technical Team Lead

Acrelec Software

Sep 2015 - Present (9 years 11 months)

Managed testing teams, kept bug reporting tools updated, and created Technical Required Documents for applications. Performed manual and integration testing, developed and executed test scenarios, and advised on change requests.

Jira TestRail Manual Testing Integration Testing Web Testing Selenium Bug Reporting

Technical Team Leader

Infinit Solutions

Mar 2015 - Present (10 years 5 months)

Managed testing teams, created Software Requirement Specifications (SRS) documents, and developed test cases based on designs. Performed frontend and UAT testing, and wrote test case scenarios with Selenium for stress and smoke tests.

Selenium SRS Documentation UAT Integration Testing Web Testing Sanity Testing Technical Training

Senior QA Engineer

Cambridge Technical Partners

Apr 2014 - Present (11 years 4 months)

Met with designers to determine quality assurance parameters and led the QA team in designing test procedures. Oversaw the drafting of testing documents, implemented testing procedures, and conducted analysis checks on product specifications.

QA Backend Development Tools (CCFE)Troubleshooting Product Specification Multi Environment Testing Reporting Training

Senior QA Engineer

Catalyst World Wide

Feb 2013 - Present (12 years 6 months)

Provided test cases for manual testing and client verification, and created and reviewed product documentation. Performed frontend, development, and automated testing using Selenium IDE, and conducted augmented reality testing for mobile applications.

Augmented Reality Testing Manual Testing Automated Testing Performance Testing Load Testing

QA Tester

Electronic Arts

Jun 2011 - Present (14 years 2 months)

Detected and submitted various issues, performed test cases to maintain high product quality, and reviewed system specifications. Collaborated with QA Engineers to develop effective strategies and test plans, and executed test cases to analyze results.

Test Execution Bug Reporting Troubleshooting Regression Testing Smoke Testing Compliance Testing Web Testing

Technical Supervisor

UPC Romania

Aug 2007 - Present (18 years)

Provided technical support via phone and email, assisting customers with hardware and resolving requests. Sold promotional packages, drafted new contracts, and provided training on internet usage and related applications.

Technical Support Customer Service Hardware Sales Contract Management Troubleshooting Network Device Configuration DHCP TCP IP Setup

Technical Assistant

Atomic Physics Research Center

Jan 2003 - Present (22 years 7 months)

Researched information for various projects and arranged database archives using Excel and Access. Provided support for local network computers and oversaw surveillance for the Network Research Center.

Access Local Network Support Technical assistance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Scrum Alliance

Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®), Scrum Master

2019 - 2019

Completed the Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) course, gaining expertise in Agile and Scrum principles. This certification enhanced my ability to lead and manage cross-functional delivery teams effectively.

Prince2 Training

Prince2, Project Management

2018 - 2018

Undertook Prince2 training, focusing on project management methodologies and best practices. This course provided a structured approach to managing projects from initiation to closure.

PMI/PMP Training

PMI/PMP - Project Management, Project Management

2018 - 2018

Participated in PMI/PMP Project Management training, covering comprehensive project management knowledge areas. This training strengthened my skills in planning, executing, and closing projects.

Agile Training

Agile Project Management; Agile Delivery, Agile Project Management

2016 - 2016

Completed training in Agile Project Management and Agile Delivery, focusing on flexible and iterative project approaches. This enhanced my ability to adapt to changing project requirements and deliver continuous value.

ISTQB®

ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL), Software Testing

2016 - 2016

Achieved ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification, demonstrating foundational knowledge in software testing. This certification covered essential testing principles, processes, and techniques.