Josh Assad (He/Him)
About Josh Assad (He/Him)
Josh Assad is an Engineering Manager at CircleCI, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in software development and quality assurance, having held various leadership roles in multiple organizations over the past two decades.
Work at CircleCI
Josh Assad has been serving as an Engineering Manager at CircleCI since 2021. In this role, he has developed the Docs Hub Team, which aims to enhance user experience. His focus includes fostering a culture of safety, innovation, and growth within engineering teams. His tenure at CircleCI has spanned three years, during which he has contributed to the company's engineering initiatives in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.
Previous Experience in Engineering Management
Before joining CircleCI, Josh held multiple roles that contributed to his expertise in engineering management. He worked at Arctic Wolf Networks as the Director of Research and Development from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he was a Senior Development Manager at D2L from 2014 to 2019, and a Quality Assurance Analyst - Team Lead at D2L from 2013 to 2014. His experience spans various leadership positions, emphasizing his capabilities in managing engineering teams.
Background in Quality Assurance
Josh has a strong background in quality assurance and software testing. He worked as a Quality Assurance Lead at Miovision Technologies from 2010 to 2012 and as a Quality Manager at the same company from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, he served as a Software Test Lead at Research In Motion from 2003 to 2008 and as a Software Tester/Lead at Digital Security Controls from 1998 to 2003. His extensive experience in these roles has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the software development lifecycle.
Education and Expertise
Josh studied Electronics at RCC, where he achieved the designation of Electronics Engineering Technologist from 1997 to 1998. This educational background laid the foundation for his career in technology and engineering. His expertise includes both product ownership and software testing, which has been instrumental in his various leadership roles throughout his career.
Involvement with KWSQA
Josh has been actively involved with the Kitchener-Waterloo Software Quality Assurance (KWSQA) community. He served as President from 2013 to 2017 and as Treasurer from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, he was a Board Member from 2007 to 2012. His contributions to KWSQA reflect his commitment to the field of software quality assurance and community engagement.