I am a Localization Specialist with over 10 years of experience in the Localization field. I have experience with technical translation, review, editing, and QA of technical and non-technical documents, as well as localization of software interface, online help and documentation.
For a period of 3 years, I also worked as a Software QA Engineer at FrontRange Solutions where my main responsibilities included writing and executing test cases for ITSM (IT Service Management) based on Product Requirements and Technical Specifications, tracking outstanding issues, logging new issues, and verifying/closing resolved issues. I have also performed Linguistic and Functional testing for GoldMine, FrontRange's CRM software, as well as Functional testing for ITSM French. I am currently located in the La Crosse area in Wisconsin.
I have extense experience in the localization field, and I believe I would be a very valuable asset to any company.
I take ownership of the projects I work on, and pride myself on the high quality standards I follow to deliver the best localized product one can expect.

Summary:
• Strong leadership skills
• Self starter, well organized, detail oriented and have the ability to learn and adapt quickly
• Excellent problem solving, multitasking, and communication skills
• Able to work well in a team environment and successfully meet goals and objectives under tight deadlines
• Strong knowledge of Software Quality Assurance Life Cycle and Quality Assurance methodologies
• Experience working in international/multicultural environments
• Able to work under minimal supervision
• Bilingual (Brazilian Portuguese: native and English: fluent)
• Beginner Spanish, French, and Italian

Specialties:
* Writing and executing test cases based on Product Requirements and Technical Specifications
* Tracking outstanding issues, logging new issues, and verifying/closing resolved issues
* Linguistic and Functional testing, as well as Functional testing for Spanish, French, and Italian
* Great knowledge of localization tools and processes
* Technical translation, review, editing, and QA of technical and non-technical documents
* Localization of software interface, online help and documentation

Also, check my LinkedIn profile for recommendations.

Some are copied below:

“Erika worked in my Localization Project while I was managing the Localization Program for Voice Products at Cisco. She exceeded my expectations. Her language and technical expertise was impressive. She is a very fast learner and adapt quickly to the new product and new technology we were testing. I highly recommend Erika to anyone looking for localization project. Esther” October 7, 2008
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity

Esther Campbell
hired Erika as a Localization Vendor/Linguist in 2004

“Erika worked as a freelance translator for Peregrine and very quickly stood out as a very bright, committed and reliable professional. She was entrusted with translating the key module of our flagship product and made an excellent contribution to its success.” May 7, 2004

Bonnie Bonomé, PMP
was Erika's client

“Erika is one of the best QA Engineers I worked with. She combines her great ability to learn with enthusiasm and a deep understanding of the QA process. The result is a winning combination. I would recommend Erika for any QA position, and I would gladly work with her again in the future.” September 29, 2008

Monica Murad, QA Manager, FrontRange Solutions
managed Erika at FrontRange Solutions

“Erika is not only extremely personable but very professional as well. When working with Erika, she has shown great dedication to her work. She is thorough and has excellent communication skills--a real team player. I highly recommend Erika to anyone looking for an excellent, professional, and very personable employee. I consider myself very fortunate for having the pleasure of working with her and she will make a fine addition to any team. FrontRange's loss is the next company's gain!” September 29, 2008

Pam Lawlor, Software Engineer, FrontRange Solutions
worked with Erika at FrontRange Solutions

“Erika was great to work with. She is always very accurate with her bugs and very detailed in her steps to reproduce. By far one of the very best QA engineer's I've worked with in my 10 years at FrontRange Solutions. Her knowledge and expertise are desired qualities and I personally highly recommend her.” September 29, 2008

Stacey Slowiak, Software Engineer, FrontRange Solutions
worked with Erika at FrontRange Solutions