Menashe Ovadia
About Menashe Ovadia
Menashe Ovadia is a QA Technical Lead currently working at Zerto, with extensive experience in quality assurance and testing across various technologies. He has held significant roles at IBM and EMC, demonstrating expertise in storage and network switch technologies, as well as proficiency in managing QA teams in diverse environments.
Current Role at Zerto
Menashe Ovadia serves as the QA Technical Lead at Zerto, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products. His leadership in the QA team contributes to the company's commitment to excellence in software development. Ovadia's experience in various testing methodologies enhances the team's effectiveness in delivering reliable solutions.
Previous Experience at IBM
Before joining Zerto, Menashe Ovadia worked at IBM as a DEV Integration Team Lead since 2010. His tenure at IBM has spanned over 14 years, during which he has developed significant expertise in software development and quality assurance. Prior to this role, he was a System QA Engineer at IBM from 2016 to 2019, focusing on end-to-end testing. His extensive experience at IBM has equipped him with a deep understanding of software integration and quality processes.
Professional Background at EMC
Menashe Ovadia has a notable history with EMC, where he held multiple positions from 2005 to 2010. He started as a Senior Tester Engineer from 2005 to 2008, followed by a role as Maintenance Release Manager from 2008 to 2010. His work at EMC involved critical testing and release management tasks, contributing to the development of storage technologies. This experience laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in quality assurance.
Education and Expertise
Menashe Ovadia studied at Tel Aviv University, where he gained foundational knowledge in technology and engineering. He possesses advanced knowledge in storage technologies, including CLARiiON, FASTI, LSI, 3PAR, and XIV. Additionally, he has technical expertise in network switch technologies, specifically with CISCO, BROCADE, and MCDATA. His proficiency extends to testing across multiple operating systems, including Windows, Linux, AIX, and Sun.
Leadership and Team Management Skills
Menashe Ovadia demonstrates a proven ability to recruit and manage talent within QA teams. He has experience leading teams in both Agile and Waterfall environments, showcasing his adaptability to different project management methodologies. His leadership skills contribute to the effective functioning of QA teams, ensuring that quality standards are met throughout the software development lifecycle.