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I’m Amanda Fusuma Garcia, a Software Test Engineer with over 7 years of experience, passionate about delivering high-quality software that truly makes a difference. I thrive on turning complex requirements into robust test strategies, whether through automated or manual testing, to ensure each product is reliable, robust, and user-friendly.
My technical background spans Java, JavaScript, Ruby, and Python, and I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring teammates, and embracing DevOps practices to streamline CI/CD. In my spare time I’m exploring data science to unlock data-driven QA insights and elevate software quality even further.
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Work Experience
Senior QA Automation Engineer at CI&T
October 1, 2023 - PresentDefined the architecture and selected technologies to ensure high-quality software and streamlined testing processes. Mentored and guided another QA engineer. Automated testing workflows using Playwright with TypeScript. Conducted non-functional testing with k6 and Lighthouse. Implemented performance tests with K6, monitoring metrics via Grafana. Began working with data tools such as Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib to support test data analysis and validation of large datasets. Helped the team generate insights from test execution data and logs, contributing to data-driven decision-making. Collaborated with the data engineering team to integrate validation scripts into automated pipelines.
Senior QA Automation Engineer at Agap2IT (consultancy)
July 1, 2023 - October 9, 2025Delivered QA automation for three key projects: a drone mission platform, an investment platform in Portugal, and a gambling solution. Led automation training sessions, upskilling teams in Cypress and promoting efficient testing practices. Worked with agile teams of approximately 10 members, ensuring seamless communication and timely project delivery. Designed and executed JMeter load and stress tests to evaluate system performance under high demand. Used Dynatrace for deep monitoring, correlating infrastructure and application metrics to identify performance bottlenecks and optimize response times.
Senior QA Automation Engineer at Dotz Inc.
December 1, 2022 - October 9, 2025Collaborated with a QA team of 7 and supported a network of 25 QA professionals across the organization. Spearheaded the migration from Robot Framework to Cypress, increasing testing speed and reducing maintenance costs. Automated tests for web, mobile, and API solutions using Cypress, Appium, and Ruby (RSpec). Delivered training in JavaScript and Cypress, enabling junior testers to adopt the new framework effectively. Executed load testing with JMeter and performance analysis with Dynatrace, optimizing APIs and preventing critical production incidents.
Quality Assurance Analyst at MJV Technology & Innovation
July 1, 2022 - October 9, 2025Developed a mobile banking solution from scratch as part of a 6-person team, creating a robust quality assurance structure. Designed and implemented a comprehensive Robot Framework QA structure for Android and iOS platforms. Trained developers in Robot Framework to empower them to execute and maintain automation scripts independently.
Quality Assurance Analyst at Sambatech
February 1, 2021 - October 9, 2025Designed and launched a live streaming web platform that allowed users to purchase beverages via chat. Built the test automation framework from scratch using Robot Framework, ensuring platform reliability during high-traffic events. Collaborated with developers and designers to align testing goals with user experience objectives.
Quality Assurance Analyst at Softplan Planejamento e Sistemas
September 1, 2020 - October 9, 2025Created and managed test data for the development environment, ensuring comprehensive test coverage for diverse scenarios. Designed and implemented BDD test scenarios, streamlining communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders. Automated testing processes using Robot Framework with Selenium, reducing manual effort and improving consistency. Conducted extensive database testing with Oracle and SQL Server, ensuring data integrity and system reliability. Released software updates to clients via Jenkins, maintaining a high standard of operational excellence. Delivered training sessions at USP to educate end-users and monitor potential bugs during new deployments. Provided ongoing support during major updates for the Attorney General's Office, ensuring a smooth transition and minimal downtime.
Senior QA Automation Engineer at CI&T
October 1, 2023 - PresentDefined the architecture and selected technologies to ensure high-quality software and streamlined testing processes. Mentored and guided another QA engineer, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance. Automated testing workflows using Playwright with TypeScript, improving efficiency and test coverage. Conducted non-functional testing with k6 and Lighthouse, enhancing platform reliability. Implemented performance tests with K6, monitoring real-time metrics via Grafana and identifying bottlenecks to ensure system scalability and stability. Began working with data tools such as Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib to support test data analysis and validation of large datasets. Helped the team generate insights from test execution data and logs to contribute to data-driven decision-making. Collaborated with the data engineering team to integrate validation scripts into automated pipelines.
Senior QA Automation Engineer at Agap2IT (consultancy)
July 1, 2023 - October 9, 2025Delivered QA automation for three key projects: a drone mission platform, an investment platform in Portugal, and a gambling solution. Led automation training sessions, upskilling teams in Cypress and promoting efficient testing practices. Worked with agile teams of about 10 members, ensuring seamless communication and timely project delivery. Designed and executed JMeter load and stress tests to evaluate system performance under high demand. Used Dynatrace for deep monitoring, correlating infrastructure and application metrics to identify performance bottlenecks and optimize response times.
Senior QA Automation Engineer at Dotz Inc.
December 1, 2022 - October 9, 2025Collaborated with a QA team of 7 and supported a network of 25 QA professionals across the organization. Spearheaded the migration from Robot Framework to Cypress, increasing testing speed and reducing maintenance costs. Automated tests for web, mobile, and API solutions using Cypress, Appium, and Ruby (RSpec). Delivered training in JavaScript and Cypress, enabling junior testers to adopt the new framework effectively. Executed load testing with JMeter and performance analysis with Dynatrace, optimizing APIs and preventing critical production incidents.
Quality Assurance Analyst at MJV Technology & Innovation
July 1, 2022 - October 9, 2025Developed a mobile banking solution from scratch as part of a 6-person team, creating a robust QA structure. Designed and implemented a comprehensive QA framework using Robot Framework for Android and iOS platforms. Trained developers in Robot Framework to empower them to execute and maintain automation scripts independently.
Quality Assurance Analyst at Sambatech
February 1, 2021 - October 9, 2025Designed and launched a live streaming web platform that enabled users to purchase beverages via chat. Built the test automation framework from scratch using Robot Framework, ensuring platform reliability during high-traffic events. Collaborated with developers and designers to align testing goals with user experience.
Quality Assurance Analyst at Softplan Planejamento e Sistemas
September 1, 2020 - October 9, 2025Created and managed test data for the development environment, ensuring comprehensive test coverage for diverse scenarios. Designed and implemented BDD test scenarios, streamlining communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders. Automated testing processes using Robot Framework with Selenium, reducing manual effort and improving consistency. Conducted extensive database testing with Oracle and SQL Server, ensuring data integrity and system reliability. Released software updates to clients via Jenkins, maintaining a high standard of operational excellence. Delivered training sessions at USP to educate end-users and monitor potential bugs during new system deployments. Provided ongoing support during the implementation of major updates for the Attorney General's Office, ensuring a smooth transition and minimal downtime.
Education
Bachelor's in Systems Analysis and Development at Senac
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019Bachelor's in Systems Analysis and Development at Senac
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019Qualifications
Database
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Big Data with Apache Spark
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Data Analysis: Basic R language
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Robot Framework - Test automations for Web, API Rest, Mobile and DevOps
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Test automations with Capybara, Cucumber and Ruby
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Cypr ess web CI: Pipelines, Continuous Delivery e Deployment
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Data Science
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Big Data with Apache Spark
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Data Analysis: Basic R language
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Robot Framework - Test automations for Web, API Rest, Mobile and DevOps
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Test automations with Capybara, Cucumber and Ruby - Web and API
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Cypress Web CI: Pipelines, Continuous Delivery and Deployment
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Data Science - Udemy
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education
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