Illia

Illia Ishchenko
Manual / Automation QA Engineer
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Vienna, Austria / ready to relocate or remote work globally

Professional Summary

Experienced QA Engineer specializing in manual and automated testing of web and mobile applications.
Proficient in Al-driven testing tools (Testim, Applitools) and Playwright, creating robust Ul tests.
Leveraging advanced JavaScript skills and ongoing Informatics studies to enhance software quality and
user experience. Willing to relocate for work, seeking a full-time QA role to drive professional growth in
remote or on-site settings.

Experience
Freelance QA Engineer 05/2023 – Present
Project: JPetStore Demo (E-commerce platform for purchasing animals and
supplies)
Developed and executed detailed test cases in TestRail, covering essential
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functionalities and edge cases for quality assurance.
Utilized Chrome DevTools to debug Ul issues, verifying cross-browser
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compatibility across Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.
Conducted thorough manual testing to identify and report critical bugs in Jira,
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ensuring a smooth user experience.
Implemented Playwright for automated Ul regression testing, streamlining
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verification processes and decreasing manual workload.
Project: Conduit (Content publishing platform for articles)
Developed and executed comprehensive test cases in TestRail, ensuring
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complete coverage of API endpoints and user flows.
Created dynamic API requests using Pre-request scripts in Postman, verifying
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responses with Chrome DevTools for accurate data handling.
Wrote advanced JavaScript tests in Postman, using helper functions to
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validate responses and detect errors thoroughly.
Reported API defects in Jira, including detailed DevTools logs and screenshots
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for quick resolution.
Optimized test suites with dynamic data generation and reusable logic,
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enhanced with Al-driven tools for improved anomaly detection and efficiency.
Project: Huntd (Job search application for web and mobile)
Reviewed business requirements and provided accurate time estimates,
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aligning testing efforts with project timelines.
Created a detailed test plan and performed site decomposition for web and
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mobile versions, identifying risks and coverage gaps.
Executed extensive test cases in TestRail, ensuring thorough feature validation
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and high-quality deliverables.
Collaborated with developers during sprint reviews to address blockers,
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incorporating Playwright automation for quicker iterations.
Reported bugs in Jira and worked remotely with the team to resolve critical
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issues before launch, minimizing downtime.
Project: OpenMRS Reference Application (Open-source Electronic Health
Record system)
Reviewed system requirements and performed detailed site decomposition of
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a real medical EHR platform.
Created a comprehensive test plan and executed 140+ test cases in TestRail,
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covering patient registration, clinical visits, allergies and RBAC.
Conducted thorough manual and exploratory testing to identify critical bugs in
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patient data handling and German localization.
Implemented Playwright automation in JavaScript.
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Integrated Applitools Eyes visual testing and Testim AI-driven codeless tests.
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Reported bugs with detailed steps, screenshots and severity in Jira.
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Technical Expertise

Testing Tools Methodologies
Jira, TestRail, Postman, Chrome DevTools, SDLC, STLC, Bug Life Cycle, Agile Concepts
Git/GitHub, Playwright, Testim, Applitools (Scrum), SQL Queries

Automation & Al Web Technologies
Al integration in QA (Al-driven test generation, Client-Server Architecture, HTML/CSS, JSON
anomaly detection), JavaScript (Advanced)

DevOps & Delivery
GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, CI/CD pipeline
integration

Academic Background Achievements

Bachelor of Informatics, Winner of Dnipro Local Physics Olympiad
Paris Lodron University Salzburg
Completed the Java tasks course in Artemis with
03/2024 – Present
a 90% success rate

Languages Certifications
English
Manual and Automation QA Course, Mate
C1 - Advanced
Academy
German
Al Integration in Testing Course, Udemy
B2 - Upper Intermediate
GameDev Course, GolTeens Academy

C# Programming Course, Dnipro Lyceum of
Information Technologies