Quick Fit
7+ years in software environments
QA + Technical perspective
Mobile & Web validation
API & Backend understanding
Advanced English
Enterprise-ready mindset
David Guio - QA Engineer
Available
Based in Colombia | Open to Remote

QA Engineer for High-Trust Digital Products

Mobile QA specialist with deep expertise in manual testing, API validation, and enterprise systems. Building quality into fintech, payments, and transactional products that millions depend on.

Manual TestingAPI TestingMobile QARegression TestingFintech / PaymentsAgile / ScrumEnglish: Advanced
Meet David

Watch My Introduction

A quick intro about who I am and what I bring to the table

Why Work With Me

Recruiter Snapshot

Enterprise QA Mindset

Experience validating complex enterprise systems where quality directly impacts revenue, user trust, and regulatory compliance.

Technical Depth Beyond Testing

Full-stack development background enables understanding of system architecture, API integrations, and root cause analysis.

Bilingual Communication

Fluent in English and Spanish, enabling seamless collaboration with international teams, stakeholders, and documentation.

Ownership in Critical Products

Track record of taking ownership in transactional systems where errors directly impact customers and business outcomes.

Professional Journey

Experience Timeline

Bancolombia

QA Mobile

Current
  • Lead mobile quality assurance for flagship banking applications serving millions of users
  • Design and execute comprehensive test strategies for critical financial transactions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless user experiences
  • Validate end-to-end payment flows and security-critical features

Choucair Testing

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Previous
  • Owned QA strategy for enterprise clients in financial and retail sectors
  • Established testing frameworks and best practices for complex integrations
  • Mentored junior QA engineers and promoted quality-first culture
  • Delivered high-coverage test documentation and regression suites

Globant

Test Automation Engineer

Previous
  • Built automated testing solutions for global enterprise clients
  • Integrated CI/CD pipelines with comprehensive test coverage
  • Reduced regression testing time through strategic automation
  • Collaborated with development teams on testability and quality gates

Study Now Brasil

Full Stack Developer / Tech Lead

Previous
  • Led technical architecture and development of education platform
  • Implemented quality processes from a developer perspective
  • Managed cross-functional team delivery and technical decisions

Lab Cortex

Solutions Developer

Previous
  • Developed custom software solutions for diverse client requirements
  • Built foundation in full-stack development and system design
  • Gained understanding of software lifecycle from both sides

What I Bring

Core QA Capabilities

Manual Testing

Comprehensive exploratory and scripted testing with meticulous attention to user flows, edge cases, and business requirements.

Functional & Regression Testing

Systematic validation of features and regression suites ensuring stability across releases and integrations.

API & Backend Validation

Deep validation of REST APIs, data integrity, and backend services with understanding of system architecture.

Defect Tracking & Documentation

Clear, actionable bug reports and comprehensive test documentation that accelerates resolution cycles.

Mobile QA

Native and hybrid mobile testing across iOS and Android platforms with focus on performance and usability.

Agile & Scrum Collaboration

Active participation in sprint ceremonies, continuous feedback loops, and cross-functional team alignment.

Test Strategy & Ownership

End-to-end ownership of quality processes from planning to execution to release validation.

Technical Communication

Bridge between technical teams and stakeholders with clear, precise communication in English and Spanish.

Industry Focus

QA Excellence for Payments, Fintech & Transactional Systems

In fintech and payments, there is no margin for error. Every transaction represents a customer's trust, and every bug can translate to financial loss or compliance risk. My experience at Bancolombia has given me deep understanding of what it takes to maintain quality in these environments.

I bring meticulous attention to critical user flows: checkout processes, payment validations, account operations, and security-sensitive features. My technical background allows me to validate not just the UI but also the API contracts, data integrity, and integration points that make these systems reliable.

Whether it's e-commerce checkout optimization, mobile banking features, or enterprise payment processing, I understand that quality is not just about finding bugs—it's about protecting revenue, maintaining regulatory compliance, and earning customer confidence.

Security-First Testing

Validation of authentication, authorization, and data protection

Performance Focus

Ensuring speed and reliability under high transaction volumes

Integration Expertise

Testing complex API ecosystems and third-party services

Business Impact Awareness

Understanding quality metrics that matter to stakeholders

Track Record

Proof of Value

Enterprise-Grade Quality

Supported quality assurance for high-trust digital experiences at one of Latin America's largest financial institutions.

Developer Perspective

Combined QA expertise with full-stack development knowledge, enabling deeper technical conversations and root cause analysis.

Cross-Platform Validation

Contributed to robust validation across mobile and web flows, ensuring consistent experiences across all touchpoints.

Stakeholder Bridge

Able to translate business expectations into technical requirements and vice versa, facilitating alignment across teams.

Toolkit

Tools & Environment

QA Methodologies

Manual TestingRegression TestingFunctional TestingIntegration TestingTest CasesTest PlansDefect Tracking

Technical Skills

API TestingBackend ValidationWeb TestingMobile TestingREST APIsDatabase Validation

Collaboration

AgileScrumKanbanCross-functional TeamsSprint PlanningCode Reviews

Languages

Spanish (Native)English (Advanced)Technical Writing

About Me

David Guio

I'm a QA Engineer based in Colombia with a unique background that combines software development expertise with quality assurance mastery. This dual perspective allows me to understand products from both the technical implementation and quality validation sides.

Currently at Bancolombia, I specialize in mobile QA for financial applications where reliability and security are non-negotiable. My experience spans enterprise environments, fintech systems, and high-volume transactional platforms.

I believe quality is not just about finding bugs—it's about understanding systems deeply enough to prevent them. I bring an ownership mindset to every project, treating product quality as my personal responsibility rather than a checkbox activity.

Fluent in both English and Spanish, I thrive in international, remote teams where clear communication and cultural adaptability are essential for success.

Get in Touch

Let's Build Reliable Digital Products

Open to opportunities in remote QA, fintech, mobile QA, enterprise systems, and international teams. Let's discuss how I can contribute to your product quality.

Available for Remote QA