Oluwafemi Olaleye

Quality Engineering Leader

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About

Highly accomplished Quality Engineering Leader with over 6 years of experience driving software and hardware validation across complex product lifecycles for global technology leaders. Expert in managing cross-functional programs, spearheading strategic initiatives, and implementing robust quality assurance processes to deliver innovative, customer-focused solutions and enhance product excellence at scale.

Work Experience

Systems Quality Engineer

Apple Inc

Feb 2024 - Present

Austin, Texas, US

Leads organization-wide Quality Engineering initiatives, representing quality at the executive level and driving customer feedback efforts for iPad systems.

  • Spearheaded organization-wide Quality Engineering (QE) initiatives for iPad systems, facilitating executive-level test plan reviews and coordinating cross-functional meetings to ensure robust pre-release quality and post-launch customer feedback integration.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional hardware and software development teams to secure critical validation resources, optimizing development hardware allocation and maintaining alignment on key product updates and build-to-build changes.
  • Prepared and delivered concise, executive-facing communications, including one-page reviews and leadership summaries, ensuring transparent program updates and strategic alignment across senior leadership.

Board Member & Non-Executive Director

Pink Food Bank / Brainy Kids Foundation

Jul 2023 - Present

Provides strategic governance and oversight for non-profit organizations, ensuring mission alignment, financial sustainability, and strategic growth.

  • Ensures adherence to organizational mission, values, and legal obligations, safeguarding reputation and operational integrity.
  • Contributes to the development and implementation of strategic plans, guiding organizational growth and impact.
  • Provides expert input and strategic guidance for setting organizational goals and priorities, fostering effective decision-making.
  • Oversees financial viability and sustainability, advising on resource allocation and long-term fiscal health.

Wireless Software Quality Engineer

Apple Inc

Jun 2018 - Jan 2024

California, California, US

Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance processes for AirPods features, enhancing product reliability and user experience.

  • Developed and deployed a Python script to automate AirPods case testing, significantly improving the identification and resolution of critical customer-facing issues.
  • Contributed to the successful launch of multiple key AirPods features, including Fit Test, Low Battery Notifications, and Stereo Sampling for Calls on iOS, directly enhancing user functionality and satisfaction.
  • Designed and executed detailed test plans, conducting weekly tests, meticulously reporting bugs, and driving resolution to ensure comprehensive feature completeness and deployment readiness for various AirPods functionalities.
  • Investigated and resolved complex, customer-reported AirPods issues, proactively improving overall product reliability and elevating the customer experience.
  • Executed extensive functional, regression, and integration testing, ensuring robust software quality and stability across critical AirPods updates.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams to efficiently identify, document, and prioritize software defects, contributing to faster resolution cycles.

Graduate Research Assistant

Cooperative Agricultural Research Center, Prairie View A & M University

Oct 2016 - May 2017

Prairie View, Texas, US

Developed a web application to support agricultural research, demonstrating practical application of programming skills.

  • Developed a PHP-based Web Application for Irrigation Water Estimation, providing researchers with a critical tool for data analysis and resource management.

Software Developer

Nextspeel

May 2016 - Aug 2016

Nigeria, NG

Built server-side backend applications and managed databases for major projects using the Yii framework.

  • Developed robust server-side backend application software utilizing the Yii framework (PHP), and managed databases for 2 major projects, ensuring data integrity and application performance.

Education

Leadership & Corporate Governance

Veblen Director Program

Jun 2023

Courses

  • Fundraising strategies
  • Financial oversight and management
  • Corporate governance principles
  • Business leadership
  • Entrepreneurial strategies
  • Executive networking

Business Administration

Quantic School of Business & Technology

Jan 2020 - Dec 2022

US

Computer Science

Prairie View A&M University

Sep 2016 - May 2018

Prairie View, Texas, US

Computer Vision & Robotics (ViBOT)

University of Burgundy

Sep 2012 - May 2015

Le-Creusot Burgundy, FR

Engineering Physics

Obafemi Awolowo University

Sep 2006 - May 2010

Osun State, NG

Certificates

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Jun 2023

Oracle Certified Professional Java SE6 Programmer

Oracle

Jan 2013

Projects

Static WebApp on AWS

Jun 2023 - Jun 2023

Developed and deployed a three-tier static web application infrastructure on AWS.

Voice Control Navigation of Turtlebot using ROS

Mar 2015 - May 2015

Led a group project to develop a voice-controlled navigation system for a Turtlebot robot using ROS on Ubuntu.

Simple Paint Application

Mar 2015 - May 2015

Developed a desktop paint application using C++ and Qt, inspired by Microsoft Paint.

Languages

English

Skills

Leadership & Management

  • People Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Coaching & Mentorship
  • Program Management
  • Project Management
  • Agile Development
  • Team Leadership
  • Corporate Governance
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Resource Management

Quality Engineering & Assurance

  • Software Quality Assurance (SQA)
  • Hardware Validation
  • System Testing
  • Functional Testing
  • Regression Testing
  • Integration Testing
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Test Plan Development
  • Bug Reporting & Resolution
  • Customer Feedback Integration

Technical Skills

  • Python
  • AWS (Amazon Web Services)
  • ROS (Robot Operating System)
  • C++
  • Qt Framework
  • PHP
  • Yii Framework
  • Backend Development
  • Database Management
  • Web Application Development
  • Network VPC
  • Internet Gateway
  • NAT Gateway
  • Security Groups
  • ALB

Core Competencies

  • Creative Problem-Solving
  • Analytical Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Executive Communication
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Technical Learning
  • Strategic Thinking