Olesea Lipchenko
San Ramon,CA
Summary
Over 8 years of experience in both manual and automated Software Quality Assurance (QA) testing, specializing in web-based and mobile applications, as well as backend testing. Thorough understanding of Software Testing and Software Development Life Cycles (SDLC), including Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Expertise encompasses End-to-End Testing, Smoke Testing, Functional Testing, and Regression Testing.
Skilled in Accessibility Testing using tools such as JAWS, NVDA, Narrator, VoiceOver, and Color Contrast Analyzer. Hands-on experience writing and executing test scripts with Java and Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, Postman, and REST Assured. Additionally, conducted backend testing with SQL queries and utilized Git for version control to track changes and prevent conflicts.
Experience also includes using Jenkins for nightly batch runs of scripts and testing mobile Android applications with Charles Proxy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
QA Automation Engineer
Sony PlayStation
07.2023 - Current
- Supported agile/scrum development methodologies by participating in daily stand-ups, sprint planning sessions, and retrospectives.
- Managed defect tracking process using Jira, providing timely updates on issue resolution progress to stakeholders.
- Gained experience working with offshore teams.
- Studied and analyzed Functional Requirements Specifications and System Design Specifications, interacting with developers for any required changes in requirements.
- Reduced manual testing time through the implementation of robust automation frameworks, optimizing resource utilization.
- Involved in developing a test automation framework using Selenium WebDriver and writing code in Java with TestNG, Maven, and Spring Boot.
- Engaged in running Selenium automation scripts and updating them according to enhanced requirements.
- Prepared Test Plans, Test Cases, and Test Scripts for applications and database verification based on functional requirements, portal redesign, and test specifications.
- Utilized Confluence for documentation and team collaboration, ensuring clarity in communication and thorough record-keeping.
- Skilled in Git for version control, tracking changes to maintain code integrity, and conducting PR reviews.
- Responsible for release activities, including leading releases, merging branches, building, deploying to production, and providing strategies for a seamless release flow.
- Enhanced product reliability with thorough regression testing.
- Conducted detailed API testing using Postman, verifying system integrity and data flow between frontend and backend systems.
- Utilizing Continuous Integration (CI) pipelines using Jenkins, which expedited feedback loops and improved developer productivity.
- Using Saucelabs for comprehensive testing, ensuring our applications perform reliably across various browsers and devices.
Senior QA Automation Engineer
Lemonaid (part of 23andme)
02.2021 - 06.2023
- Led team of offshore automation and manual QA engineers, ensuring effective collaboration and timely delivery of testing activities.
- Demonstrated expertise in End-to-End Testing, Smoke Testing, Functional Testing, and Regression Testing for both web and mobile applications.
- Familiar with security policies and practices of HIPAA/HITECH
- Designed and developed comprehensive test cases, scenarios, and scripts to ensure thorough and effective testing.
- Utilized tools such as Postman and REST Assured for API testing, validating responses and analyzing data formats.
- Implemented and maintained automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver, Java, and Junit, Cucumber, enhancing test efficiency and coverage.
- Managed pom.xml versions and updated vulnerable library versions to maintain application security and stability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including developers and business analysts, to clarify requirements and resolve issues.
- Led accessibility testing initiatives, identifying and resolving accessibility issues to improve usability for all users.
- Conducted accessibility testing using assistive technologies like JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack, and NVDA to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 guidelines.
- Experienced in inspecting HTML, CSS, and ARIA attributes for accessibility compliance.
- Used Confluence for documentation and collaboration, ensuring clear communication and record-keeping.
- Leveraged Jenkins CI for continuous integration and delivery, integrating with wide range of testing and deployment technologies.
- Proficient in Git for version control, managing software versions, and tracking changes effectively.
QA Engineer
Onshore Biz.
06.2017 - 02.2021
- Reviewed user requirements and functional specifications of application, designing and developing comprehensive test cases, test scenarios, and test scripts.
- Created detailed test cases based on business requirements, and managed bug and issue tracking using Jira.
- Conducted accessibility testing in accordance with WCAG 2.0/2.1 Level A and Level AA standards.
- Performed accessibility testing based on corresponding user stories, using assistive technologies such as VoiceOver on macOS, TalkBack on Android, and JAWS/NVDA on Windows, along with tools like Deque aXe and WAT.
- Analyzed automated accessibility scan reports using WAVE.
- Utilized Charles Proxy to execute test cases with breakpoints, simulate network errors, and retrieve log files on Android devices.
- Maintained Hybrid Framework using Selenium WebDriver, JUnit, Cucumber, and Maven on Java platform, applying POM design patterns for reusability, maintainability, and readability.
- Conducted manual and regression testing on each build with Selenium WebDriver, analyzed, reported, and retested bugs.
- Performed various types of testing including Smoke Testing, Positive and Negative Testing, Functional Testing, Regression Testing, and GUI Testing.
- Executed API testing with Postman to validate response accuracy and data integrity.
- Conducted backend testing using SQL queries to verify data transactions and ensure successful data validation.
- Utilized Jenkins CI for continuous software delivery, integrating with wide array of testing and deployment technologies.
QA Engineer
Aquimo Sports
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Tested a diverse range of web-based and mobile applications, from massively multiplayer mobile games on digital boards to lightweight games designed for seamless integration
- Analyzed Business Requirements and Functional Design documents during software walkthrough with Project Management, providing valuable input for Test Plans.
- Reviewed and maintained test cases and test reports to ensure compliance with company standards and policies.
- Conducted smoke and regression testing on new builds in both development and production environments.
- Performed cross-platform testing across iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac, as well as cross-browser testing on Chrome, Firefox, and Safari using real devices.
- Reported bugs, tracked defects, and monitored problem reports using Jira as the bug-tracking system.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Economics
Academy of Economic Studies
Chishinau, MoldovaRegistred Nurse
Bachelar Degree - Nicolae Testemițanu State Unive
Chisinau, Moldova Skills
- JAVA, SQL, HTML, CSS, Gherkin
- Eclipse, IntelliJ
- Windows, Mac, Unix
- GIT
- API, Postman
- Accessibility, JAWS, NVDA, Narrator, VoiceOver
- SQL
- qTest
- Jira
- Sauce Labs, LamdaTest
Role
QA Automation Engineer
References
Upon request
Timeline
QA Automation Engineer
Sony PlayStation
07.2023 - Current
Senior QA Automation Engineer
Lemonaid (part of 23andme)
02.2021 - 06.2023
QA Engineer
Onshore Biz.
06.2017 - 02.2021
QA Engineer
Aquimo Sports
09.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor Degree - Economics
Academy of Economic Studies
Registred Nurse
Bachelar Degree - Nicolae Testemițanu State Unive
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