Jamie Garcia
About Jamie Garcia
Jamie Garcia is a Software Quality Assurance Engineer with extensive experience in software test methodologies and product development. He has held various roles in the gaming industry, including project management and marketing logistics, and has a Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering Technology from DeVry University.
Work at Scientific Games
Jamie Garcia has held multiple roles at Scientific Games since joining the company in 2013. Initially, Garcia worked as a Marketing Logistics Professional from 2013 to 2015, where responsibilities included coordinating marketing efforts. Following this role, Garcia transitioned to Project Manager from 2015 to 2019, overseeing various projects within the organization. Currently, Garcia serves as a Software Quality Assurance Engineer, a position held since 2019. In this role, Garcia implements and improves quality assurance processes, collaborating with QA management and product development teams to enhance software quality.
Education and Expertise
Jamie Garcia earned a Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering Technology from DeVry University, completing the program from 2007 to 2011. Prior to this, Garcia graduated from Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School, obtaining a High School Diploma from 1997 to 2001. Garcia possesses a proficient understanding of software test methodologies and the overall product development lifecycle, which supports the effective execution of quality assurance tasks in the gaming industry.
Background
Before joining Scientific Games, Jamie Garcia gained experience in various technical and marketing roles. From 2010 to 2012, Garcia worked at Sterling Engineering at WMS Gaming as a Contracted Marketing Technical Specialist. Following this, Garcia served as a Senior Staff Marketing Technical Specialist at WMS Gaming for one year, from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, Garcia worked as an IT Technician at DeVry University for six months in 2008, which contributed to a strong technical foundation.
Achievements in Quality Assurance
In the role of Software Quality Assurance Engineer at Scientific Games, Jamie Garcia has implemented new quality assurance processes and improved existing ones. This has involved collaboration with QA management and product development groups to enhance the overall quality of software products. Garcia's ability to communicate effectively with various departments within the gaming sector has been crucial in preventing and correcting issues during the development cycle.