Bon Toledo
About Bon Toledo
Bon Toledo is a Senior Software Engineer in Test with extensive experience in software quality assurance and testing across various companies, including Intel Corporation and GRAIL, Inc. He advocates for a just culture in testing and specializes in automation and quality systems.
Current Role at Cognitive Space
Bon Toledo currently serves as a Senior Software Engineer in Test at Cognitive Space, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing software quality through effective testing strategies and automation processes. His responsibilities include collaborating with development teams to identify and address potential issues early in the software lifecycle.
Professional Experience in Software Testing
Bon Toledo has extensive experience in software testing, having worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. Prior to his current role, he was a Software Engineer at Betteromics from 2021 to 2023 and a Software QA Engineer at Sony Interactive Entertainment from 2017 to 2019. His career also includes significant roles at GRAIL, Inc. as a Staff Software Test Engineer and Practichem as a Software Tester, both in the Madison, Wisconsin Area.
Background in Engineering and Technology
Bon Toledo studied Computer Engineering Technology at DeVry University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2002 to 2005. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in software engineering and testing, equipping him with essential technical skills and knowledge.
Advocacy for Just Culture in Software Testing
Bon Toledo advocates for a just culture, also known as a blameless culture, within software testing environments. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing mistakes openly to foster a collaborative and learning-oriented atmosphere. This approach aims to improve overall team performance and software quality.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Bon Toledo possesses a diverse skill set in software testing and automation. He focuses on testing with JavaScript and Playwright, and automating build and deployment processes using Docker and Kubernetes. His expertise includes test planning, manual execution, traceability reporting, and root-cause analysis. He is also familiar with quality system standards such as ISO9001 and HIPAA.