Felix Islava
About Felix Islava
Felix Islava is a QA Analyst with extensive experience in quality assurance and project management, currently working at Distillery since 2021. He has held various roles in notable companies, including IBM and Softtek, and possesses skills in financial forecasting, regulatory compliance, and Agile methodologies.
Current Role at Distillery
Felix Islava currently serves as a QA Analyst at Distillery, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on ensuring the quality of software products through rigorous testing and quality assurance practices. His responsibilities include developing and implementing testing strategies that align with project goals, as well as collaborating with development teams to enhance product quality.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Felix has extensive experience in quality assurance, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. He was a QA Analyst at DevRank from 2019 to 2021, and prior to that, he held positions at BairesDev and Softtek. His tenure at Softtek included roles as a Test Engineer/IT Consultant and QA Lead, where he contributed to quality assurance processes and team leadership.
Background in Application Ownership
Before his roles in quality assurance, Felix worked at IBM as an Application Owner/Application Focal Point from 2013 to 2016. This position involved overseeing application performance and ensuring alignment with business objectives. His experience at IBM provided him with a strong foundation in application management and stakeholder communication.
Educational Qualifications
Felix Islava earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from Universidad Autonoma de Baja California. His studies spanned from 1999 to 2004, equipping him with a solid technical background that supports his career in quality assurance and software development.
Skills and Expertise
Felix possesses a diverse skill set that includes financial forecasting and reporting, which he integrates into quality assurance practices. He has expertise in corporate compliance controls and is experienced in creating technical documentation that supports software development. Additionally, he utilizes Agile Methodologies to enhance project management and team collaboration.