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I am a senior technology leader with more than 20 years of hands-on experience across software development, architecture, business analysis, and QA engineering. I have spent the last 13 years specializing in test management and project leadership, building automation strategies, improving SDLC efficiency, and strengthening quality engineering practices. I have led cross-functional technical teams, mentored high-performing engineers, and delivered scalable, reliable software solutions while partnering with product and design to embed quality early in the development lifecycle.…I am a senior technology leader with more than 20 years of hands-on experience across software development, architecture, business analysis, and QA engineering. I have spent the last 13 years specializing in test management and project leadership, building automation strategies, improving SDLC efficiency, and strengthening quality engineering practices. I have led cross-functional technical teams, mentored high-performing engineers, and delivered scalable, reliable software solutions while partnering with product and design to embed quality early in the development lifecycle.

Cherry Lapinig

QA Engineer, Programmer, Full Stack Developer, +2

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I am a senior technology leader with more than 20 years of hands-on experience across software development, architecture, business analysis, and QA engineering. I have spent the last 13 years specializing in test management and project leadership, building automation strategies, improving SDLC efficiency, and strengthening quality engineering practices. I have led cross-functional technical teams, mentored high-performing engineers, and delivered scalable, reliable software solutions while partnering with product and design to embed quality early in the development lifecycle.…I am a senior technology leader with more than 20 years of hands-on experience across software development, architecture, business analysis, and QA engineering. I have spent the last 13 years specializing in test management and project leadership, building automation strategies, improving SDLC efficiency, and strengthening quality engineering practices. I have led cross-functional technical teams, mentored high-performing engineers, and delivered scalable, reliable software solutions while partnering with product and design to embed quality early in the development lifecycle.

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I am a senior technology leader with more than 20 years of hands-on experience across software development, architecture, business analysis, and QA engineering. I have spent the last 13 years specializing in test management and project leadership, building automation strategies, improving SDLC efficiency, and strengthening quality engineering practices.

I have led cross-functional technical teams, mentored high-performing engineers, and delivered scalable, reliable software solutions while partnering with product and design to embed quality early in the development lifecycle.

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Language

Japanese

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Work Experience

Quality & Testing Lead at Satellite

January 1, 2024 - Present

Led the design of test strategies and quality controls across the engineering team. Built a custom Playwright automation framework, increasing automated test coverage. Collaborated with product to align roadmaps, reduce customer churn, and ensure quality across functional, regression, and edge cases. Embedded quality early in design and prioritized automation opportunities to accelerate releases.

QA Manager at Aspen

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024

Defined QA strategy and drove quality excellence across manual, automation, and performance testing. Built automation using Katalon Studio, designed performance testing frameworks with JMeter, and integrated automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.

QA Manager at Willis Towers Watson

January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2020

Led a team of 40+ QA professionals, delivering manual, automation, and performance testing strategies. Established a Center of Excellence to standardize QA practices, implemented Selenium-based frameworks and LoadRunner for performance testing, and managed client/stakeholder relationships with proactive risk management.

Project Lead – Testing at United Health Group

January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012

Built and led the QA team for embedded systems projects, ensuring HIPAA-compliant test execution. Provided strategic leadership, resource planning, and milestone tracking to ensure timely, compliant, high-quality delivery.

Lead Business Analyst and QA at Trend Micro

January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011

Technical Business Analyst responsible for managing project delivery and ensuring high-quality solutions through hands-on QA across multiple projects. Translated business needs into functional specifications, performed data mapping, and drove UAT and timely project execution.

Systems Engineer at Ubiquitous

January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007

Mobile developer in a Japanese organizational setup using Waterfall SDLC. Responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining mobile functionalities, manual/API/mobile simulator testing, and quality control checkpoints.

Trainer II / Engineer at NEC

January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006

Developed standardized training materials, led CMMI and ISO initiatives, and conducted internal audits. Guided functional testing, process improvement, and quality management across mobile development projects.

Claims Assistant at PhilAM Life

January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003

Entry-level claims analyst responsible for reviewing and processing insurance claims, ensuring proper pricing, and supporting operations through reporting and administrative tasks.