Experienced QA Automation Engineer with 8+ years in the software industry specializing in end-to-end test automation, CI/CD integration, and cloud-based testing solutions. Proficient in end-2-end testing, API testing, and DevOps practices leveraging AWS infrastructure. Proven track record of enhancing testing efficiency and deployment reliability in Agile environments.
- Education
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University of Oxford, Department for Continuing Education
Degree: Undergraduate Advanced Diploma
Period: Sep 2014 - Jul 2015
Mode: Remote
Tallinn Tõnismäe Reaalkool
Degree: High School Diploma
Period: Sep 1997 - Jun 2009
Location: Tallinn, Estonia
- Skills
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Automation Tools
Cypress, Playwright, XCUITest, Selenium
CI/CD & DevOps
Jenkins, CircleCI, GitHub Actions, Docker, Ansible, Terraform, Prometheus
Cloud Technologies
AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda), Cloud Architecture
Programming Languages
JavaScript, TypeScript, Shell, Python
Testing Expertise
API Testing (REST, GraphQL), End-to-End Testing, Performance Testing, Test Case Design, Database Testing, Regression Testing, Shift-left Testing
Version Control
Git, GitHub, GitLab
- Experience
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Sketch B.V. QA Automation Engineer - Remote - Oct 2021 - Jul 2025
- Revamped testing strategy by introducing a comprehensive test case management system and enhancing the CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions and Cypress
- Implemented end-to-end testing using Cypress and Playwright, enhancing test coverage for complex user scenarios
- Collaborated cross-functionally with product, development, and DevOps teams to integrate shift-left testing practices, leading to early identification of critical bugs
- Spearheaded API testing strategies using Postman, ensuring robust API integrations
- Led testing and automation framework development for key projects like Canvas and Prototyping, ensuring consistent, high-quality software deployments with zero critical defects post-release
Playtech plc QA Automation Engineer - Gibraltar - Jul 2018 - Oct 2021
- Managed quality assurance for the Games Marketplace web app, providing strategic guidance to the QA team
- Developed and maintained regression test suites using Cypress, reducing release cycle times by 30% through seamless CI/CD integration
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including CTO, architects, and developers to deliver robust, scalable solutions
- Enhanced testing scope by implementing non-functional testing, including API and performance testing, leading to more resilient applications
The Rank Group plc QA Engineer - Gibraltar - Aug 2017 - Jul 2018
- Conducted comprehensive regression and feature testing on 3 native mobile apps and 2 wrapped apps, contributing to seamless post-production releases
- Designed and implemented a UAT framework from scratch, ensuring thorough acceptance testing with zero post-release critical defects
- Led the adoption of Agile methodologies, enhancing team collaboration and communication
Ladbrokes Coral Group plc QA Analyst - Gibraltar - Apr 2016 - Aug 2017
- Performed manual end-to-end testing for Coral Sportsbook on mobile and web platforms, ensuring consistent user experience across devices
- Facilitated Agile processes using Scrum, collaborating with product owners, project managers, and offshore teams
- Cooperated closely with offshore development and QA teams to uphold superior quality standards and foster productive partnerships
- Certifications
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AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Demonstrates foundational understanding of AWS Cloud architecture, services, and terminology
AWS Solutions Architect Associate
Status: In Progress - Furthering expertise in designing scalable cloud solutions on AWS
ISTQB® Certified Tester — Foundation Level
Validates proficiency in fundamental software testing principles and techniques
- References
- Available on request