Tanya Carrera
About Tanya Carrera
Tanya Carrera is a Software Development Engineer In Test at Encoura, where she has worked since 2022. With a strong background in cybersecurity and expertise in both automation and manual testing, she enhances software quality and anticipates user behaviors to improve testing processes.
Work at Encoura
Tanya Carrera has been employed at Encoura since 2020, initially taking on the role of Senior QA Engineer. In 2022, she transitioned to the position of Software Development Engineer In Test. Her work focuses on enhancing the quality of software products through both automation and manual testing practices. Based in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area, she contributes to the development of robust software solutions that meet user needs.
Education and Expertise
Tanya Carrera studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin for one year from 2009 to 2010. She later earned a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from Texas State University, completing her studies from 2011 to 2013. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in software development and quality assurance.
Background in Quality Assurance
Prior to her current role at Encoura, Tanya Carrera worked at Procore Technologies as a QA Engineer II from 2019 to 2020. She also gained experience at Forcepoint, where she served as a QA Engineer II from 2016 to 2019 and as a Technical Support Engineer from 2014 to 2016. This diverse experience in quality assurance roles has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of software testing processes.
Cybersecurity Knowledge
Tanya Carrera possesses a strong background in cybersecurity, which significantly influences her approach to quality assurance. Her understanding of cybersecurity principles allows her to anticipate user behaviors and improve the comprehensiveness of testing processes. This expertise is essential in ensuring that software products are secure and reliable.