Val Balagot
About Val Balagot
Val Balagot is a Quality Assurance Analyst with extensive experience in software testing across various environments. He has worked for several companies, including Amdocs and Recology, and holds degrees in Business Administration and Computer and Information Science.
Work at Recology
Currently, Val Balagot serves as a Quality Assurance Analyst at Recology, where he has been employed since 2020. His role involves ensuring the quality and reliability of software systems within the organization. Recology is known for its commitment to sustainability and waste management solutions, and Balagot's contributions support these initiatives through rigorous testing processes.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Val Balagot has a diverse background in quality assurance, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. He was a Quality Assurance Consultant at Shooting Star Solutions, LLC from 2010 to 2014, and served as a Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer at Amdocs from 2004 to 2010. Additionally, he held positions as a Quality Assurance Analyst at Direct Technology and as a Sr. Quality Assurance Analyst at Dealertrack, showcasing his extensive experience in the field.
Educational Background
Val Balagot has a comprehensive educational background. He studied Business Administration/Operations Management at San Francisco State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree. He also attended Sierra College, where he achieved Associate degrees in Art History, Applied Art & Design, and Humanities. Furthermore, he studied Computer and Information Science at City College of San Francisco, obtaining an Associate degree. His education reflects a blend of technical and creative disciplines.
Skills and Methodologies
Balagot possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, essential for effective software testing. He has extensive experience in testing both Intranet and Internet applications, demonstrating versatility in various digital environments. Additionally, he is experienced in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, which highlights his adaptability in different project management frameworks. His passion for testing underscores his commitment to maintaining high software quality standards.
Career Timeline
Val Balagot's career spans over two decades in the field of quality assurance. He began his career at Serena Software, Inc. as a QA Specialist from 2000 to 2004. After that, he worked at Amdocs until 2010, followed by a role at Shooting Star Solutions until 2014. He continued his career at Dealertrack until 2018 and then joined Direct Technology. His journey reflects a steady progression in the quality assurance domain, culminating in his current position at Recology.