Albrecht C.

About Albrecht C.

Highly motivated and results-oriented QE Leader at Platform Science, dedicated to ensuring the quality and reliability of cutting-edge technology solutions for the transportation industry. Proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive test strategies for complex systems, including: mobile platforms, cloud services, embedded systems, and data analytics. Passionate about building efficient testing processes and fostering a quality-focused team environment.Experienced in the full software development lifecycle, with a strong understanding of Agile methodologies and a collaborative approach to working with engineering and product teams at Platform Science. Committed to leveraging data and metrics to drive continuous improvement in product quality and testing effectiveness.Key skills include: Test Planning, Test Automation, Performance Testing, API Testing, Mobile Testing (Android/iOS), Cloud Testing, Defect Management.Seeking opportunities to further contribute my expertise in leading QA efforts for innovative and impactful technology within the transportation sector at Platform Science or in related domains.

Experience

1. Head of Quality Engineering

   Platform Science

   Apr 2022 — Present · San Diego, CA, US

   Provide strategic leadership and direction for the entire Software Quality Engineering organization at Platform Science, aligning quality initiatives with business objectives and product roadmaps within the transportation technology sector-Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of QA Managers, Leads, and Engineers, fostering a culture of quality excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement across multiple product lines-Define and champion the company\'s overall quality vision, strategy, and roadmap for software products, ensuring the delivery of exceptional quality and reliability for PS customers-Drive the adoption and implementation of advanced testing methodologies, tools, and technologies, including test automation frameworks, performance testing strategies, and innovative quality assurance practices relevant to Platform Science\'s technology stack-Collaborate closely with the VP of Engineering, CTO, Product Leadership, and other stakeholders to embed quality deeply into the product development lifecycle, from concept to release, for all Platform Science offerings-Establish and track key quality metrics, KPIs, and SLAs at the organizational level, providing comprehensive reports and insights to inform strategic decision-making regarding product quality and engineering effectiveness-Identify and proactively mitigate significant quality risks across the entire product portfolio, ensuring the stability and reliability of Platform Science\'s critical transportation technology solutions-Drive transformative quality initiatives across engineering, fostering a quality-first mindset and promoting collaboration and accountability among development, product, and QA teams-Manage and optimize the budget and resources for the entire Quality organization at Platform Science, ensuring efficient and effective operations-Represent Platform Science\'s commitment to quality to customers, partners, and the broader transportation technology industry.

Education

• University of California, Riverside

  B.S, Computer Science

  2004 — 2008

• The George Washington University

  M.S, Systems Engineering

  2008 — 2011

Skills

• Testing
• Sharepoint
• Integration Testing
• Bug Tracking
• Xml
• Rest
• Sql
• Linux
• Quality Center
• User Acceptance Testing
• Microsoft Office
• Software Development
• Python
• Scrum
• Telelogic Doors
• Test Planning
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Soap
• C
• Integration
• Manual Testing
• Black Box Testing
• Java
• Security Clearance
• Unix Shell Scripting
• Systems Engineering
• Agile Project Management
• C++
• Soapui
• Mentoring
• Software Quality
• Program Management
• Metrics Analysis
• Matlab
• System Testing
• Test Cases
• Analysis
• Public Speaking
• Sdlc
• Agile Methodologies