Gabriel Rodríguez Brenes
PROFILE Experienced QA Automation Engineer with over 14 years in the technology industry,
blending strong Java development expertise with advanced Selenium automation and
comprehensive QA practices. Skilled at designing scalable automation frameworks, mentoring team
members, and supporting Agile initiatives. Highly adaptable, detail-oriented, and passionate about
delivering high-quality software solutions in global, multicultural teams.
EDUCATION
INSTITUTO TECNOLÓGICO DE COSTA RICA (TEC)
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering
Cartago, Costa Rica-
EXPERIENCE
OPENTEXT
Enterprise information management software
Senior QA Automation Engineer
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Feb 2023 – Apr 2025
Managed and prioritized customer-reported issues, ensuring prompt resolution and enhanced
client satisfaction.
Developed and maintained automation scripts using Java, Selenium, and Cypress to increase test
coverage for a software security platform.
Led onboarding and knowledge transfer sessions for new QA engineers, promoting best practices.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams across the USA, India, and Israel, actively contributing
to Agile ceremonies.
Utilized Jira, Octane, Value Edge, and Confluence for Agile project tracking and documentation.
Deployed and managed test environments on AWS, Azure, and GCP.
Conducted sanity, regression, performance, and longevity testing.
Championed Agile practices, emphasizing continuous integration.
MICRO FOCUS
Enterprise software for digital transformation
QA Automation Engineer
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Heredia, Costa Rica
Heredia, Costa Rica
Sep 2017 – Feb 2023
Built and enhanced automation frameworks supporting Windows, Linux, API, and database
testing.
Designed and executed automated test cases using Selenium.
Provisioned cloud-based testing environments on AWS and Azure.
Mentored new team members on QA processes and best practices.
HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE
Global leader in IT infrastructure
QA Automation Engineer
Heredia, Costa Rica
Jan 2017 – Aug 2017
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Expanded automation test coverage with Java and Selenium.
Reported and tracked defects using Jira in Agile teams.
DATASTREAM LABS
Data analytics and intelligence solutions
Java Developer
Santa Ana, Costa Rica
Jul 2009 – Jan 2016
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Developed Java applications integrated with RFID and loyalty systems.
Conducted testing, debugging, and deployment.
SKILLS, ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS
LANGUAGES
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Spanish: Native
English: B2
TECHNICAL SKILLS
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Automation Tools: Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, Jenkins, Git/GitHub/GitLab.
Programming Languages: Java, Python, Shell Scripting.
Databases: SQL, MySQL, MongoDB.
Platforms: Windows, Linux, AWS, Azure, GCP, VMware, Kubernetes, Docker
Tools: Jira, Octane, Value Edge, Confluence.
Methodologies: Agile (Scrum, Squad models)
Other Expertise: API Testing, Cloud Deployment, Virtualization (Virtual Box, VMWare,
VSphere, VCenter), CI/CD Pipelines, XML, JSON.
CERTIFICATIONS
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Intermediate English | INA | Jan 2025
Azure Fundamentals | INA | Apr 2025
Implement Load Balancing on Compute Engine | Skill Badge | Apr 2025
GCP Foundations: Cloud Computing Fundamentals | Skill Badge | Apr 2025
Python Essentials 1 | INA | Sep 2024
AWS Study Certificate | Certimas | 2021
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
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Extensive experience in software analysis, design, development, and testing.
Skilled in building desktop and web-based solutions.
Highly collaborative and adaptable.
Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
Passionate about learning new technologies and methodologies.
Solid grasp of Object-Oriented Programming principles.
Strong knowledge of algorithms, data structures, database management, and network
architecture.
