David Mitchell
About David Mitchell
David Mitchell is a QA Manager at Cardata in Toronto, Ontario, with extensive experience in software quality assurance and testing across various environments. He has held several managerial positions in quality assurance at notable companies and possesses a strong background in the Software Development Life Cycle.
Work at Cardata
David Mitchell has been serving as the QA Manager at Cardata since 2023. His role involves overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring that the software products meet the required standards. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, he has contributed to the company's commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Before joining Cardata, David held several QA management positions. He worked at GhostRetail as QA Manager from 2022 to 2023, and at Neurolign Technologies Inc. as Software Quality Assurance and Release Manager from 2021 to 2022. His experience also includes a significant tenure at Kobo Inc., where he served as Director of Quality Strategy and Release from 2016 to 2018 and as QA Manager from 2012 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
David Mitchell earned his Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Waterloo, studying from 1989 to 1994. He also completed his high school education at West Hill Secondary School, achieving a Diploma from 1985 to 1989. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive expertise in quality assurance and software testing.
Technical Skills and Knowledge
David possesses extensive experience in testing web applications across various environments, including Apache/Tomcat, WebLogic, and MS IIS. He has solid knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and has conducted various types of testing, including Functional, Integration, System, Regression, and User Acceptance Testing. His automation experience includes using custom-built test harnesses and tools like WinRunner and Visual Test.
Career Progression in Quality Assurance
David's career in quality assurance spans over two decades, with roles in multiple organizations. He worked at BlueCat Networks as QA/Software Test Manager from 2008 to 2010 and at AMD as Sr. Manager Software Quality Assurance from 2019 to 2021. His diverse experience in QA management has equipped him with the ability to interpret requirements and generate effective test cases.