Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Details
Software
Interests
Flying, Scuba diving
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Fabian Arce

Quality Assurance Engineer
Heredia,Heredia
Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.
Abraham Lincoln

Summary

I’m not here to impress with flashy titles or rehearsed speeches — I’m here to deliver real, lasting results.

I speak with an accent, but I don’t think with one — and I bring a sharp, clear mindset to every problem I tackle. My focus is on execution, structure, and impact. I believe in doing the fundamentals better than most, and in adding clarity — not clutter.

At 46, I’ve built a career on consistency, adaptability, and quiet professionalism. I self-learn, research best practices, and deliver work that makes things easier for the team — not just complete a task. I don’t ask for hand-holding or special treatment. I step up, adapt, and follow through.

I show up unapologetically committed to quality, and I’m looking for teams that value substance, trust, and long-term thinking.

Overview

10
years of professional experience
15
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Teradyne
Coyol, Alajuela

Senior Quality Engineer – End-to-End Testing Lead
01.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Led QA efforts for the migration of the company’s internal sales platform to a Salesforce solution enhanced by Logik.io, validating complex business logic, rules and user flows
  • Developed and maintained Playwright (JavaScript) automated test suites for UI, regression, and smoke testing, accelerating feedback cycles and improving release confidence
  • Took ownership of high-impact epic testing delivered by external vendors, ensuring functionality, integration, and adherence to internal quality standards
  • Built SharePoint-based tools to manage bug tracking, regression cycles, and documentation across QA and cross-functional teams
  • Conducted targeted performance testing to evaluate system scalability and stability during critical phases of the migration
  • Partnered with product owners, developers, and external teams to align on requirements, identify risks early, and ensure full test coverage across multiple environments
  • Maintained a proactive, delivery-driven QA presence, balancing strategic oversight with hands-on technical execution throughout the transformation project

EPIC Software / Aubrant Digital
San Jose, Escazu

Quality Assurance Engineer
1 2021 - 10.2024

Job overview

  • Acted as QA Lead, helping define project structure and testing strategy while mentoring junior team members
  • Collaborated with the team to design and refine a robust test plan covering unit, API, and UI layers
  • Conducted performance testing using JMeter, ensuring scalability and responsiveness under load
  • Implemented data-driven testing strategies with Pytest to improve coverage and precision
  • Validated API functionality and integration flows using Postman, identifying edge cases and gaps
  • Led Selenium + Python-based UI automation for critical regression cycles, reducing manual overhead
  • Authored comprehensive testing documentation and training manuals, enabling knowledge transfer and rapid onboarding
  • Delivered hands-on training to new QA and SDE team members, ensuring alignment with tools, standards, and workflows
  • Optimized manual test cases and regression scenarios for maximum efficiency and repeatability
  • Consistently met tight deadlines by aligning QA activities with fast-paced Agile sprints
  • Drove cross-functional coordination to ensure timely delivery of high-quality features
  • Actively contributed to sprint planning and daily stand-ups, offering QA insights from planning through release
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives and QA best practices that elevated team performance

QAT Global

Quality Assurance Engineer
11.2019 - 08.2020

Job overview

  • Designed and executed comprehensive test plans to ensure full coverage of functional, UI, and backend workflows
  • Developed and maintained automated test suites for web applications, accelerating regression cycles
  • Automated web service and API testing to improve reliability, speed, and early defect detection
  • Validated data integrity and consistency across systems through precision-driven testing approaches
  • Built a dedicated Postman testing workspace, streamlining API validation and collaboration
  • Ensured alignment with industry standards and compliance requirements through rigorous QA processes
  • Leveraged insights from analytics and QA metrics to refine testing strategy and prioritize risk areas
  • Shortened release cycles by implementing efficient, scalable test automation frameworks and tools

Infotree Global Services
San jose, Santa Ana

Data Quality Engineer and Developer (18 Months Contract)
08.2018 - 10.2019

Job overview

  • Automated data quality validation processes using Visual Studio and Python for enhanced accuracy
  • Designed and implemented ETL pipelines using C# and .NET to streamline data ingestion and transformation
  • Replaced legacy manual workflows with automated solutions, improving operational efficiency and consistency
  • Ensured data integrity across historical datasets, enabling accurate analytics and reporting
  • Contributed to full-stack web development with C#, SQL Server (MSSQL), and frontend integration
  • Conducted detailed quality inspections and drafted technical reports addressing non-conforming materials
  • Improved customer satisfaction by facilitating quick resolution of quality issues and corrective actions
  • Participated in root cause analysis to identify failure points and recommend long-term preventive measures

Alka Consulting

Quality Assurance engineer
03.2015 - 03.2016

Job overview

  • Develop test plan with objectives, strategies
  • Conduct thorough manual testing for functionality, UX
  • Perform negative, stress testing for system resilience
  • Create detailed flowcharts, testing algorithms for efficient testing.
  • Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
  • Met tight deadlines to satisfy client demands and project timelines.
  • Ensured timely delivery of high-quality products through effective coordination with cross-functional teams.
  • Participated in agile development practices such as sprint planning meetings and daily stand-ups, contributing valuable input from a QA perspective throughout the project life cycle.

Education

UNED
Heredia

Bachelor of Science from Interdisciplinary Studies
05.2010 - 12.2020

University Overview

Interdisciplinary program combining 30 academic credits from four core fields: Education, Social Sciences, Engineering, and Finance. This degree fostered a broad, adaptive mindset with the ability to understand and operate across diverse domains. Developed critical thinking, analytical skills, and cross-functional problem-solving — ideal for roles requiring versatility, systems thinking, and strategic collaboration.

UNED
Heredia

MBA from Strategic Intelligence
01.2020 - 06.2024

University Overview

Developed advanced expertise in organizational strategy, leadership, and decision-making in complex business environments. Focused on aligning long-term vision with operational execution, managing change, and creating sustainable competitive advantages. Coursework and thesis emphasized business transformation, corporate governance, and data-driven strategy.

Skills

JIRA

References

References available upon request

Details

Heredia, Costa Rica

Software

Jmeter

AWS

Python

C #

VBA

Postman

Newman

Interests

A.I

Data analitics for decision making

Data forecasting

Quality Assurance methodologies

Flying, Scuba diving

Love feeling both the thrill of seeing everything from the sky and what is below water level, the adrenaline of seeing the calmly clouds and life underwater. 

Timeline

Senior Quality Engineer – End-to-End Testing Lead

Teradyne
01.2025 - Current

UNED

MBA from Strategic Intelligence
01.2020 - 06.2024

Quality Assurance Engineer

QAT Global
11.2019 - 08.2020

Data Quality Engineer and Developer (18 Months Contract)

Infotree Global Services
08.2018 - 10.2019

Quality Assurance engineer

Alka Consulting
03.2015 - 03.2016

UNED

Bachelor of Science from Interdisciplinary Studies
05.2010 - 12.2020

Quality Assurance Engineer

EPIC Software / Aubrant Digital
1 2021 - 10.2024
Fabian ArceQuality Assurance Engineer