Kurt Engel
About Kurt Engel
Kurt Engel is a Quality Engineering Manager at Cvent, where he has worked since 2016. He holds a Master's degree in Computer and Information Science from the University of Florida and has extensive experience in software quality assurance and engineering.
Work at Cvent
Kurt Engel has served as the Quality Engineering Manager at Cvent since 2016. In this role, he oversees quality assurance processes and ensures the delivery of high-quality software products. Based in the Austin, Texas Area, he has contributed to the company's commitment to excellence in software development for over eight years. His responsibilities include managing testing strategies and utilizing various testing tools to enhance software quality.
Education and Expertise
Kurt Engel holds a Master of Science in Computer and Information Science from the University of Florida. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Florida Atlantic University. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in software quality assurance and engineering.
Professional Background
Kurt Engel has a diverse professional background in software engineering and quality assurance. Prior to his role at Cvent, he worked as a Quality Assurance Manager at The Advisory Board Company from 2012 to 2016. He also held positions at NetSpend Corporation as a Quality Assurance Engineer and Team Lead, and at Hitachi Computer Products as a Senior Software Engineer. His career began at IBM, where he served as a Staff Software Engineer from 1994 to 1999.
Technical Skills and Tools
Kurt Engel specializes in various test tools essential for software quality assurance, including QuickTest Professional, Quality Center, and Selenium. He utilizes tools such as Putty, Confluence, dotProject, Eclipse, and vi in his work. His skills extend to defect tracking with Bugzilla and Jira, and he has experience managing offshore test teams, highlighting his leadership capabilities. Additionally, he is proficient in multiple programming languages, including Java, SQL, C, C++, Visual Basic, and Python.
Database and Financial Expertise
Kurt Engel has extensive knowledge of electronic funds transfer (EFT) and automated clearing house (ACH) processes, which are critical for financial transactions. He is experienced in data management using Oracle and MS SQL Server and utilizes Golden for database management. His technical expertise supports his role in ensuring software quality in financial applications.