Daniel Navarro
About Daniel Navarro
Daniel Navarro is a Software QA Manager with over 15 years of experience in software testing and team leadership, currently employed at SchooLinks in Austin, Texas. He has a strong background in both SaaS and on-premise product testing and has successfully managed QA teams across various organizations.
Work at SchooLinks
Daniel Navarro has been serving as the Software QA Manager at SchooLinks since 2023. In this role, he focuses on ensuring the quality of software products through rigorous testing methodologies. His responsibilities include overseeing the QA process for both web and native applications, as well as mentoring team members to enhance their skills and performance.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Navarro earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied from 1994 to 1999. He possesses extensive expertise in software quality assurance, with a strong emphasis on both SaaS and on-premise product testing. His experience spans over 15 years, during which he has developed a comprehensive understanding of converting requirements into actionable test plans and user stories.
Background
Daniel Navarro has a diverse professional background in quality assurance and software testing. He has held various positions in notable companies, including Wunderkind, Zynga, and Atlassian. His career began at Multimedia Games, Inc, where he worked in multiple roles, including QA Analyst and Software QA Manager. Throughout his career, he has built and managed QA teams of up to 20 people, demonstrating his leadership capabilities.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role at SchooLinks, Daniel Navarro worked at Wunderkind as a Senior Software QA Manager from 2018 to 2020 and as a Software QA Engineer from 2021 to 2022. He also held positions at HomeAway.com as Quality Engineering Manager and at Atlassian as QA Team Lead for HipChat. His extensive experience includes managing user acceptance tests and collaborating with customers and regulatory agencies.
Achievements in Quality Assurance
Daniel Navarro has a proven track record in quality assurance, having successfully led high-profile software projects that are customer-focused and revenue-generating. His ability to convert internal and external requirements into effective testing strategies has been a significant aspect of his career. He has also contributed to the development of QA processes that enhance product quality and team efficiency.