Diana Carolina Otálora Arciniegas
About Diana Carolina Otálora Arciniegas
Diana Carolina Otálora Arciniegas is a Test Manager at NEORIS, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in systems engineering and project management, with experience in quality assurance and team management across various organizations in Colombia.
Work at NEORIS
Diana Carolina Otálora Arciniegas has been serving as a Test Manager at NEORIS since 2020. In this role, she has introduced shift left testing and performance testing into the testing portfolio. She manages geographically dispersed teams and utilizes both agile and traditional methodologies to ensure project success. Diana is responsible for defining SMART goals for her team and conducting performance evaluations. Additionally, she mentors Quality Control leads, contributing to the professional development of her colleagues.
Education and Expertise
Diana studied at Universidad Central in Colombia, where she earned her degree in Ingeniería de Sistemas, graduating in 2009. She furthered her education at Universidad Piloto de Colombia, completing a specialization in Gerencia de Proyectos from 2013 to 2015. Her academic background equips her with the necessary skills to excel in project management and quality assurance within the technology sector.
Previous Experience
Before joining NEORIS, Diana held several key positions in the technology industry. She worked at Globant as a Senior Quality Control Lead from 2016 to 2020, where she was responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes. Prior to that, she served as a Quality Assurance Quality Control Engineer at EL TIEMPO Casa Editorial for nine months in 2016. Additionally, she worked as a Senior Project Engineer at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana from 2014 to 2016, where she contributed to various engineering projects.
Project Management Skills
In her current role and previous positions, Diana has demonstrated strong project management skills. She is responsible for controlling project budgets, focusing on revenue and gross margin. Her expertise in conducting automation assessments helps clients define tools and automation strategies, enhancing the efficiency of their operations.