Joseph Stelter
About Joseph Stelter
Joseph Stelter is a Quality Assurance Manager at Skillz Inc. in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he has worked since 2021, following a five-year tenure in the same role at Alogent.
Work at Skillz
Joseph Stelter has served as the Quality Assurance Manager at Skillz Inc. since 2021. In this role, he coordinates SDK release testing with feature teams, ensuring that all software releases meet quality standards. He is responsible for setting the annual tech initiative roadmap for his direct reports and defining quarterly Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) for the testing team, aligning them with the company's high-level objectives. Additionally, he develops policies and procedures for the QA team and other teams that interact with QA, and evaluates tools to maximize team efficiency.
Previous Experience
Before joining Skillz Inc., Joseph Stelter worked at Alogent as a Quality Assurance Manager from 2016 to 2021. He also held the position of Systems Integration Engineer II at Seagate Technology from 2008 to 2010. His earlier career includes a role as a Sr Software Test Engineer at Agilysys from 2010 to 2011 and as a Product Development Engineer at Minnesota Wire & Cable Co from 2005 to 2006. His diverse experience in quality assurance and engineering has contributed to his current role.
Education and Expertise
Joseph Stelter studied at the University of Minnesota, where he earned a degree in Electrical Engineering, focusing on Electrical and Electronics Engineering, from 1999 to 2003. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in quality assurance and systems integration. His expertise includes developing testing strategies, mentoring team members, and conducting market research to establish competitive salary bands, which aids in employee retention at Skillz Inc.
Mentorship and Team Development
At Skillz Inc., Joseph Stelter plays a significant role in mentoring team members to help them achieve their career goals. He emphasizes the importance of professional development within his team and actively supports initiatives that foster growth and skill enhancement. His leadership in defining team objectives and developing policies contributes to a collaborative and productive work environment.