Marie Helena Gundersen
About Marie Helena Gundersen
Marie Helena Gundersen is a QA & Production Support Team Lead at Attensi, with extensive experience in software testing and project management across various organizations in Norway. She has held multiple leadership roles and possesses strong people skills, complemented by her certifications in Scrum and ISTQB.
Current Role at Attensi
Marie Helena Gundersen serves as the QA & Production Support Team Lead at Attensi, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes and providing production support. Her leadership contributes to the team’s efficiency and effectiveness in delivering high-quality software solutions. Attensi focuses on creating engaging training simulations, and Gundersen's expertise in Agile methodologies enhances the team's performance in this dynamic environment.
Previous Experience at DNB
Prior to her current role, Gundersen worked at DNB as a Test Manager from 2016 to 2020. During her four years at the company, she was based in Bjørvika and played a key role in managing testing processes. Her work involved coordinating testing activities and ensuring that software met quality standards. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in the banking sector and enhanced her project management skills.
Professional Background in Testing and Project Management
Marie Helena Gundersen has a diverse background in testing and project management, with significant roles at various organizations. She worked at Centerpoint as a Test Manager/Project Manager from 2011 to 2015 and held positions at SpareBank 1 and Norges Bank. Her experience spans over two decades, during which she has developed expertise in software testing, Agile processes, and team leadership. She has also been involved in managing large-scale projects, including a successful Scrum implementation at Norway's largest bank.
Educational Qualifications and Certifications
Gundersen has pursued extensive education and professional development in IT and project management. She studied at Data Høgskolen, where she focused on programming and databases, and later attended NTNU/Gjensidige for IT studies. She achieved the Certified Scrum Master designation through ScrumAlliance in 2020. Additionally, she holds an ISTQB certification, demonstrating her proficiency in software testing. Her educational background supports her capabilities in managing complex projects and leading teams effectively.
Skills and Personal Interests
Marie Helena Gundersen possesses strong people skills and a passion for motivating others, which are key assets in her professional roles. She is bilingual, fluent in both English and Norwegian, facilitating collaboration with multi-national teams. Gundersen enjoys working in challenging environments and has extensive experience with Agile tools such as Jira and Confluence. Outside of her professional life, she has a passion for fitness, which she credits as a source of her energy and motivation.