Ruben Alanis
About Ruben Alanis
Ruben Alanis is a seasoned Director of Test at Purple Communications, Inc, with over 16 years of experience in the role. He has a diverse background in quality assurance and software development, having held various leadership positions at companies such as Infospace, Attachmate Corp, and Envision Telephony.
Current Role at Purple Communications
Ruben Alanis serves as the Director of Test at Purple Communications, Inc., a position he has held since 2008. In this role, he oversees the testing processes and ensures the quality of software products. His responsibilities include managing testing teams, defining testing standards, and implementing effective testing methodologies. Alanis has contributed to the development of testing strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Before joining Purple Communications, Ruben Alanis held several key positions in quality assurance and software development. He worked at Infospace as a QA Architect/Sr. Manager from 2004 to 2007. Prior to that, he was with Attachmate Corp, where he served as a Test/QA Manager from 1990 to 1998 and later as Director of Development from 1998 to 2000. His experience also includes roles at Envision Telephony and Idearc Media, where he focused on development and quality assurance.
Educational Background
Ruben Alanis studied at the University of Washington from 2002 to 2003 for nine months. He also attended Bellevue College during the same period, completing a seven-month program. His educational background has provided him with a foundation in software development and quality assurance practices.
Expertise in Software Testing and Management
Ruben Alanis has extensive expertise in managing internationalization teams and software development projects. He has defined and implemented software testing processes and standards using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. His experience spans various industries, including telecom, search, and medical, where he has established testing, change management, and release processes.
Training and Development Initiatives
Ruben Alanis has played a significant role in training staff on Agile methodologies, automated testing, performance/load testing, and various test methodologies. His focus on staff development has contributed to enhancing the skills and capabilities of teams he has managed throughout his career.