Robert Whyte
About Robert Whyte
Robert Whyte is a Software Developer In Test based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with a background in quality assurance and game development. He has worked for several companies, including Firmex, Zero Projects, and No Sleep Software, and holds a diploma in Game Programming and a bachelor's degree in Information Technology.
Current Role at Firmex
Robert Whyte currently serves as a Software Developer In Test at Firmex, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on developing automated tests to ensure quality control within software products. His responsibilities include collaborating closely with developers to enhance product quality, utilizing his extensive experience in quality assurance.
Previous Experience in Software Development and QA
Before joining Firmex, Robert Whyte held various positions in software development and quality assurance. He worked at Zero Projects as a Junior Software Developer/QA for five months in 2019 and at BrokerBay as a Contract Software Engineer for two months in the same year. Additionally, he gained experience at Core Four Inc. in quality assurance roles in both 2015 and 2016, totaling ten months.
Background in Game Development
Robert Whyte has a background in game development, having worked at No Sleep Software as a Game Developer/Community Manager from 2015 to 2019. This four-year tenure allowed him to develop skills in game design and community engagement. He also briefly worked at Gabitat as a Quality Assurance professional for one month in 2013, further diversifying his experience in the tech industry.
Education and Qualifications
Robert Whyte studied at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Information Technology with a focus on Game Design from 2013 to 2015. He furthered his education at George Brown College, achieving a Diploma of Game Programming in Game and Interactive Media Design from 2015 to 2018. His educational background supports his career in software development and quality assurance.
Future Aspirations in Software Development
Robert Whyte aims to establish his own development studio, leveraging his diverse experiences in quality assurance and programming. His goal reflects his commitment to advancing his career in the software development industry while utilizing his skills in automated testing and collaboration with development teams.