Hello, I’m Izzy Julio
Associate Director, QA
Native New Yorker who’s perfected the art of breaking things professionally. What started in game QA has grown into a career leading quality assurance across healthcare, e-commerce, and digital platforms. I’ve built and scaled QA departments, mentored analysts, and managed major releases across web, mobile, and video game consoles.
I care deeply about product quality, cross-functional collaboration, and making sure QA has a voice at the table from day one. Whether I’m leading a team, consulting on a launch, or reviewing accessibility, I approach every challenge with curiosity, clarity, and respect for both the people and the product.
Who Am I?
I’ve always been drawn to how things work, and how they don’t. That curiosity drives my approach to QA and leadership. Good QA is about more than bug counts. It’s about asking the right questions, communicating clearly, and helping teams make better decisions.
Outside of QA, I play and restore vintage arcade machines, tend native plant gardens, and teach STEM workshops. I bring the same patience and complex thinking to every space I work in.
Skills
Core QA Practices
Manual Testing, Regression Testing, UAT, Accessibility Testing (WCAG 2.2), Cross-Browser Testing, API Testing (Postman), Risk Analysis, Issue Triage
Leadership & Strategy
QA Team Management, Vendor Coordination, QA Process Design, Test Strategy & Planning, Test Case Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Technical Documentation, Mentorship & Coaching
Tools & Platforms
Jira, TestRail, Azure DevOps, Postman, BrowserStack, Shopify, Hugo, WordPress, Veeva CRM, Google DoubleClick
Languages & Automation
Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, MySQL, Selenium, Cypress
Accessibility Tools
JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, axe DevTools, WAVE, ARC Toolkit
Methodologies
Agile, SDLC, WCAG 2.2 & 508
Experience
Over 15 years specializing in QA leadership and testing strategy across gaming, healthcare, websites, apps, and e-commerce. Expert in manual testing, accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.2), and building high-performing QA teams that deliver results.