About
My name is Alisson Fogaça, and I currently live in Madrid, Spain. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, a Graduate Degree in Technologies for Web Applications, and a Degree in Computer Education. I have been working with software testing for over 13 years, combining expertise in manual and automated testing for REST APIs and web applications across industries such as betting, gambling, accounting and finance. I have strong hands-on experience in test automation using Java, Spring, REST Assured, and Cucumber for backend APIs, and with JavaScript, TypeScript, Cypress, Playwright, and Cucumber for frontend testing, as well as Appium and BrowserStack for mobile. I’m familiar with agile methodologies like Scrum and Kanban and have worked with tools such as Jira, Zephyr, Jenkins, Elastic, Couchbase, Kafka, AWS, and Git. I also have experience in web development with PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and MySQL, which strengthens my ability to collaborate closely with developers and understand systems end-to-end. Throughout my career, I’ve worked as a QA Lead and IT Teacher, and I consider myself a committed and proactive professional with a strong track record of teamwork, meeting deadlines, and driving quality while always seeking to learn new skills and take on challenges that push me to grow.
Software QA Engineer
I have a committed and confident professional profile, with a strong focus on teamwork and continuous growth through new challenges. I keep an open mindset, always eager to embrace new ideas and learning opportunities. If my profile matches what you are looking for, feel free to reach out to me through any of the contact platforms below.
- Birthday: 25 Oct 1992
- Age: 32
- City: Madrid, Spain
- Nationality: Spanish, Brazilian
- Phone: +34 647 04 82 60
- Teams: alisson_fogassa@hotmail.com
- Email: alisson_fogassa@hotmail.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisson-fogaca
Thank you for your time and consideration, and I wish you continued success in your upcoming challenges.
Education
Degree in Computer Education
August 2017 – August 2021
Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina – UDESC
Graduate Degree Technologies for Web Applications
August 2014 – August 2015
Universidade Norte do Paraná – UNOPAR
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
February 2010 – July 2014
Universidade do Extremo Sul Catarinense – UNESC
Experience
Matera
February 2022 – present
QA Lead
Responsible for ensuring software quality for REST API backends and frontend web applications in the accounting and finance sector. Led a QA team directly, managing tasks and promoting best practices. Developed automated tests for REST APIs using Java, Spring, REST Assured, and Cucumber, and for frontends with TypeScript, Playwright, and Cypress. Performed functional, acceptance, reliability, system, integration, usability, regression, security, and performance testing with JMeter and Postman. Worked with MySQL and Oracle databases. Applied agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban, and used platforms like Jira, Zephyr, Jenkins, AWS, and Git. Additionally, created tools and scripts in PHP to support QA processes and delivered client documentation.
Kindred
January 2020 – February 2022
Software QA Engineer
Responsible for software quality assurance across multiple backend APIs and frontend web applications in the betting and gambling industry. Designed and implemented automated tests for web interfaces and APIs using JavaScript, Cypress, Cucumber, and Supertest. Performed a wide range of testing, including functional, acceptance, reliability, system, integration, usability, security, and mobile testing on iOS and Android platforms. Worked extensively with both SQL and NoSQL databases. Applied agile practices such as Scrum and Kanban, leveraging tools and technologies like Jira, Zephyr, BrowserStack, Elastic, Couchbase, Kafka, and Git. Additionally, created and delivered comprehensive training sessions for users, traders, and clients.
Thomson Reuters
July 2012 – January 2020
Software QA Engineer
Responsible for software quality assurance for several applications in accounting and real estate. In charge of the creation, preparation and execution of scripts and tests cases, besides the utilization and application of the database language SQL. Oversaw white and black box tests, and the utilization of Sybase SQL Anywhere 9 and 16 databases. Responsible for creating and presentations for users and customers, web applications tests and utilization of test automation and performance tools.
Government of Santa Catarina
February 2016 – December 2016 and August 2011 – June 2012
IT Teacher
Responsible for teaching computing classes for young students in Windows and Linux environment at state schools. In charge of helping teachers and employees in the utilization of electronic devices such as computers.
Criciúma City Hall
January 2010 – August 2011
Help Desk
Responsible for creating and maintaining networks and subnetworks, as well as assembling, setting and maintaining computers, servers, and printers. Dealt with clients and users through in-person services and over the phone, besides having broad knowledge on Windows and Linux environment installation and software maintenance.
Languages
Portuguese
Native, mother tongue
English
Reading, writing, listening, and speaking: C1 level
Spanish
Reading, writing, listening, and speaking: B2 level
Skills
Curiosities
I have played on some amateur teams, in which I participated in several tournaments in Southern Brazil.
Amateur Football Player
I used to teach teenagers in the public school system in Brazil, where I taught general technology topics and references to Windows and Linux.
Teacher
I have always participated in social initiatives, especially during Christmas, when I donate several essential food baskets.
Donation
