Brian Villa
About Brian Villa
Brian Villa is a Test Engineer II with a background in Information Technology, holding an Associate's degree from Purdue University Global. He has experience in technical support, customer service, and various software tools, and is bilingual.
Work at TuSimple
Brian Villa has been employed at TuSimple as a Test Engineer II since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for conducting tests and evaluations to ensure the reliability and performance of autonomous vehicle systems. His work contributes to the development of advanced technologies in the autonomous driving sector, aligning with TuSimple's mission to revolutionize transportation.
Education and Expertise
Brian Villa studied at Purdue University Global, where he earned an Associate's degree in Information Technology. He furthered his education by obtaining an Information Technology Certification from Google IT Certification. Additionally, he studied Lean Six Sigma at the Six Sigma Management Institute, achieving a Green Belt, which indicates his proficiency in process improvement methodologies.
Professional Background
Before joining TuSimple, Brian Villa held various positions in different organizations. He worked as an Accounts Receivable Analyst at Leidos for one year in Tucson, Arizona. Prior to that, he served as a Loss Mitigation Specialist II at CITI MORTGAGE for four years. He also worked as a 911 Emergency Dispatcher for the City of Tucson/Tucson Fire Department for eight months.
Technical Skills
Brian Villa possesses advanced typing skills, achieving over 90 words per minute and exceeding 16,000 keystrokes per hour. He demonstrates proficiency in various software tools, including Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, SAP, Salesforce, and Citrix. His experience includes utilizing remote desktop technology to assist customers with hardware and software issues, showcasing his technical support capabilities.
Bilingual Communication
Brian Villa is bilingual, which enhances his communication skills in diverse professional environments. This ability allows him to effectively interact with a wider range of clients and colleagues, improving collaboration and customer support in his roles.