Hi, I’m Sergio Hernan Petenar, a multilingual Senior QA Engineer with over a decade of experience in software and game testing, including localization for Spanish EU/Latam markets. I specialize in web and mobile QA, compliance testing, and working in Agile environments with international teams. Currently based in Tegernsee, Germany, I’m actively improving my German and enjoy ensuring culturally accurate, high-quality releases. I thrive in cross-functional teams and love turning tricky QA challenges into solid, user-friendly products.

Sergio Hernan Petenar

Hi, I’m Sergio Hernan Petenar, a multilingual Senior QA Engineer with over a decade of experience in software and game testing, including localization for Spanish EU/Latam markets. I specialize in web and mobile QA, compliance testing, and working in Agile environments with international teams. Currently based in Tegernsee, Germany, I’m actively improving my German and enjoy ensuring culturally accurate, high-quality releases. I thrive in cross-functional teams and love turning tricky QA challenges into solid, user-friendly products.

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Hi, I’m Sergio Hernan Petenar, a multilingual Senior QA Engineer with over a decade of experience in software and game testing, including localization for Spanish EU/Latam markets. I specialize in web and mobile QA, compliance testing, and working in Agile environments with international teams.

Currently based in Tegernsee, Germany, I’m actively improving my German and enjoy ensuring culturally accurate, high-quality releases. I thrive in cross-functional teams and love turning tricky QA challenges into solid, user-friendly products.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Portuguese
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate
German
Beginner

Work Experience

QA Localization Game Tester – Spanish Latam & EU Markets at TransPerfect
September 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Developed and executed test strategies for localized video game content; performed functionality and regression testing across PC, mobile, console, and Meta VR platforms; reported, tracked, and verified defects using JIRA; collaborated with developers and designers to ensure culturally accurate, high-quality releases.
IT Quality Engineer at Sixt SE
September 1, 2018 - December 1, 2023
Led QA activities for web and mobile applications, ensuring reliability and usability; managed the full defect lifecycle (UAT/QA) using JIRA and Confluence; conducted exploratory testing and supported UAT; created test plans and supported Agile/Scrum; managed and tested credit card payment machine integrations.
QA Consultant at Codec-dss
September 1, 2016 - August 1, 2018
Marine Institute (MEFSS Project): Created and executed test scripts for LIMS and MEFSS mobile/web platforms under ISO 17025 standards; focused on functional, regression, and performance testing; ensured data integrity and compliance for marine food safety services. Allied Irish Bank (AIB): CRM and ERP testing with a focus on usability and data accuracy.
QA Localization Game Tester – Spanish Latam Market at Activision Blizzard
July 1, 2015 - November 1, 2015
Performed audio, UI, and gameplay localization testing for AAA titles; reported and verified defects using JIRA and DevTrack; worked on major franchises including Call of Duty, Guitar Hero, and Shrek.
Senior QA Engineer & Localization Specialist (EN–ES) at Aspect Software Ireland Ltd
February 1, 2011 - June 1, 2015
Created and executed test cases for manual, exploratory, and regression testing; participated in Agile development cycles and Scrum ceremonies; coordinated with global QA teams and development centers; translated and localized UI content from English to Spanish.
QA Localization Game Tester – Spanish Latam Market at Activision Blizzard
March 1, 2010 - November 1, 2010
Performed localization testing of audio/UI/gameplay for AAA titles; reported defects.

Education

German Language Studies (A1–B1, in progress) at Frohsinn Bildungszentrum Augsburg e. V., Augsburg, Germany
July 1, 2025 - April 1, 2026
Java Programmer, SDLC & IT Fundamentals at EuroTech Study
July 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
IT Diploma at National Technological University of Argentina
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet

Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate