Mai Mochida, Mt Bc
About Mai Mochida, Mt Bc
Mai Mochida serves as the Principal QA Engineer at Cambridge Mobile Telematics, bringing over nine years of experience in software quality assurance, particularly in mobile and web technologies. Previously, she held various roles in QA management and music therapy, showcasing her diverse skill set and commitment to building effective QA teams.
Current Role at Cambridge Mobile Telematics
Mai Mochida serves as the Principal QA Engineer at Cambridge Mobile Telematics, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on ensuring the quality of software products through the development and implementation of effective QA strategies. Her responsibilities include defining test strategies, establishing QA workflows, and managing reliable release processes. Working in Cambridge, Massachusetts, she contributes to the company's mission of improving road safety through innovative telematics solutions.
Previous Experience at TrueMotion
Prior to her current role, Mai Mochida worked at TrueMotion as a QA Manager from 2017 to 2022. During her five-year tenure in Boston, Massachusetts, she was instrumental in building and growing QA teams. Her leadership involved defining testing strategies that enhanced product quality and streamlined release cycles. TrueMotion was later acquired by Cambridge Mobile Telematics, further integrating her expertise into the organization.
Educational Background and Training
Mai Mochida has a diverse educational background. She studied at Berklee College of Music, where she earned a Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy. Additionally, she completed Neurologic Music Therapy Training at Colorado State University and Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Clinical Improvisation Training at New York University. This combination of music therapy education and technical training supports her multifaceted approach to her career.
Experience in Software QA Engineering
With over nine years of experience in software QA engineering, Mai Mochida specializes in mobile and web technologies. She has worked in various roles that have equipped her with extensive knowledge of standard industry QA methodologies and QA workflows within the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Her experience includes working in fast-paced Agile test environments characterized by short release cycles, allowing her to adapt quickly to changing project needs.
Diverse Professional Background
Mai Mochida has held various positions throughout her career, showcasing her versatility. She worked as a QA Engineer at Crimson Hexagon and Nuance Communications, where she honed her technical skills. Additionally, her early career included roles in music therapy and special education, such as her time at the All Newton Music School and Boston Higashi School. This diverse background informs her approach to team management and quality assurance.