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Edgar Rodriguez
Senior QA Engineer
Prague
Summary
Senior Quality Assurance professional with a strong reputation for enhancing software performance and operational efficiency. Demonstrated success in identifying and resolving critical issues, fostering a collaborative environment. Recognized for adaptability and a results-driven approach, consistently aligning team efforts with project goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Senior QA Consultant
First Line Software
Prague, Czech Republic
05.2022 - Current
- Led test case design, specification, and execution for a billion-dollar real estate client in the USA, optimizing testing efficiency and process standardization.
- Spearheaded test data creation efforts using Microsoft Azure, SQL and Postman enhancing data accuracy, scalability, and test reliability across diverse environments.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams (Developers, POs, QAs, PMs, and Directors) in a Scrum environment with 3-week sprints, ensuring seamless communication and project alignment.
- Implemented AI-powered testing solutions, working with Gen AI tools and frameworks such as Testim , Azure, and Llama LLMs, improving test automation, defect prediction, and self-healing capabilities.
- Introduced automation, cutting QA execution time by 40% for regression, smoke, and sanity testing, significantly enhancing efficiency on the client’s side.
- Presented QA insights to senior stakeholders, including VPs and the CTO, reporting on test coverage, deadlines, and defect metrics, reinforcing accountability and driving continuous improvements.
- Speaker at international AI conferences and events, sharing insights on Generative AI, AI-driven testing tools, and advancements in QA automation, positioning as a thought leader in the company.
QA Team Lead
Temper BV
Remote
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Led a 5-member QA team, ensuring a 98% on-time delivery rate for a multimillion-euro platform.
- Built a QA automation framework, reducing manual effort by 35% and improving accuracy by 25%.
- Cut QA costs by 40%, saving $100K+ annually through process optimization.
- Standardized QA processes, reducing post-release defects by 15% and boosting customer satisfaction by 80%.
- Integrated advanced QA tools, accelerating test design by 20% and cutting regression testing time by 40%.
- As interim Head of QA, led global QA initiatives, reducing issues by 50% and achieving a 95% customer satisfaction rate.
Senior QA Consultant
Merkle Technologies
Prague, Czech Republic
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Designed, specified, and executed 500+ test cases, ensuring comprehensive coverage based on project requirements and business inputs.
- Identified and reported 250+ defects, leading to $500,000+ in cost savings by mitigating critical issues before release.
- Managed testing timelines and estimations across 8 international projects, working within Agile, Hybrid, and Scrum methodologies to ensure smooth delivery.
- Supervised and mentored a team of 3 QA professionals, streamlining onboarding and reducing the learning curve by 20%, enhancing team efficiency and project integration.
QA Specialist
Yachting.com
Prague, Czech Republic
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Managed and optimized test automation infrastructure using the Cypress framework, setting up daily test runs on TFS and developing foundational test scripts.
- Led QA efforts across 8+ sprints, overseeing new feature testing and identifying 50+ critical defects, ensuring product stability and quality.
- Developed comprehensive test cases, test plans, and strategies, aligning with QA team KPIs to enhance efficiency and coverage.
- Provided strategic QA insights in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and reviews, advising senior management on quality metrics, risks, and process improvements.
Software Tester
Adastra.One
Prague, Czech Republic
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Led native mobile testing for 10+ releases in a commercial banking project in China, delivering onsite QA support for System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) over three weeks.
- Provided critical testing and production support as part of the Service Delivery Team, effectively managing 100+ production issues, ensuring seamless system performance and issue resolution.
Education
Master's - Information Systems Management, Consultancy
Prague University of Economics
Prague, Czech Republic 01.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Engineering - Telecommunications Engineering
Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre Y Maestra (PUCMM)
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic 01.2008 - 01.2014
Skills
Tosca Automation Tool
undefinedCertification
ISTQB CTFL
Interests
Meditation
Football
Nature & Outdoors
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Czech
Intermediate (B1)
German
Beginner (A1)
Work Preference
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Timeline
Responsible AI: Principles and Practical Applications
12-2024
Introduction to Artificial Intellligence
12-2024
QA Team Lead
Temper BV
09.2022 - 01.2024
Senior QA Consultant
First Line Software
05.2022 - Current
ISTQB CTFL
10-2021
Tricentis AS Level 1
01-2021
Tricentis AS Level 2
01-2021
Automation Specialist Level 1 for Tricentis Tosca 12.x
08-2020
Senior QA Consultant
Merkle Technologies
06.2019 - 05.2022
QA Specialist
Yachting.com
03.2019 - 06.2019
Software Tester
Adastra.One
03.2018 - 03.2019
Master's - Information Systems Management, Consultancy
Prague University of Economics
01.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Engineering - Telecommunications Engineering
Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre Y Maestra (PUCMM)
01.2008 - 01.2014
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