Magdalena Rutkowska
About Magdalena Rutkowska
Magdalena Rutkowska is the Senior Director of Engineering at Talkdesk, with extensive experience in quality assurance and software testing across various companies and roles.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Magdalena Rutkowska currently holds multiple roles, demonstrating her diverse expertise and commitment to various domains. She serves as the Senior Director of Engineering at Talkdesk in Coimbra, Portugal, where she oversees engineering operations remotely. Additionally, she is the Head of Engineering at Zero Emissions World, contributing her skills on a volunteer basis from Portugal. Rutkowska is also a Mentor at The Forem, where she volunteers her time to guide early-career professionals in navigating their career paths.
Previous Professional Experience
Magdalena Rutkowska has a robust professional background, having held several significant positions in reputable companies. She served as the Director Software Quality Assurance at Revinate from 2022 to 2023, based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and Director Of Quality Assurance at Talkdesk from 2021 to 2022 in Coimbra, Portugal. Rutkowska has also been an Owner of BRUJA AVERIA Ltd. in London, UK, from 2016 to 2021, and previously held various QA and engineering roles at companies including made.com, F1000, Odobo Limited, and Victor Chandler.
Educational Background and Expertise
Magdalena Rutkowska holds a Bachelor of Sciences in Sociology with a focus on social communication and market research from The University of Wroclaw. She possesses a solid foundation in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, underscoring her versatility in different project management approaches. Additionally, she is fluent in English and Polish, facilitating her effective communication in diverse and multicultural environments.
Technical Proficiency and Skill Set
Magdalena Rutkowska is technically proficient across a wide range of environments, platforms, and applications, underscoring her extensive technical skill set. Her expertise includes training end users, clients, managers, and internal personnel in data collection and interpretation. Rutkowska has also established and built several small enterprises, focusing on consultative services in quality assurance, control, and user acceptance testing.
Volunteer and Mentorship Activities
In addition to her professional responsibilities, Magdalena Rutkowska actively volunteers as a Mentor at The Forem, aiding early-career professionals to navigate their career paths. Her mentorship role involves providing guidance and support to individuals seeking career development, showcasing her commitment to giving back to the community and fostering growth in others.