Santiago J Navallas
About Santiago J Navallas
Santiago J Navallas is a Senior QA Engineer with extensive experience in automating REST API tests using Postman. He has worked in various roles in Argentina and Germany, contributing to agile project management and strategic discussions in his current position at sennder since 2019.
Work at sennder
Santiago J Navallas has been employed at sennder as a Senior QA Engineer since 2019. He works in Berlin, Germany, where he focuses on quality assurance processes within the company. His role involves automating REST API tests using Postman, which enhances the efficiency and reliability of software testing. Navallas actively participates in agile ceremonies, including refinements and planning meetings, to improve project outcomes. He also supports the Product Owner during stakeholder meetings, contributing to strategic discussions and decision-making.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Before joining sennder, Santiago J Navallas worked as a Senior QA Engineer at Postack for six months in Bahía Blanca, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, from 2018 to 2019. His responsibilities included ensuring the quality of software products and implementing testing strategies. Additionally, he held a position as a Teaching Assistant at Universidad Nacional del Sur from 2012 to 2013, where he contributed to the educational development of students in Bahía Blanca.
Educational Background
Santiago J Navallas studied at Universidad Nacional del Sur, where he earned a Licentiate degree in Biological Sciences from 2005 to 2010. He also attended Escuela de Agricultura y Ganadería - UNS - in Bahía Blanca, where he studied Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, achieving the qualification of Agricultural Production Technician from 2002 to 2004. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his analytical and problem-solving skills in his current role.
Research and Academic Involvement
Navallas was involved in research at CONICET-BAHIA BLANCA, where he held a PhD Scholarship from 2010 to 2013. This experience contributed to his expertise in scientific methodologies and research practices, which he applies in his current quality assurance role. His academic involvement has shaped his analytical approach to software testing and quality assurance.
Key Projects and Collaborations
Santiago J Navallas played a key role in a partnership project with Intuitive Surgical, focusing on the da Vinci Vision and Iris applications. His contributions to this project highlight his ability to collaborate effectively with industry partners and enhance product quality through rigorous testing and quality assurance practices.