
Emil Z.
Senior QA Consultant @ BC Provincial Government
About
I find Software Quality Assurance exciting and fascinating. Even after 20-ish years. By working with me you will get an experienced Software Quality Engineer with a strong background in test automation, manual testing, CI/CD, API testing, and process management. Add to this mix my expertise in Cypress, Selenium, JavaScript, TypeScript, Cucumber, Git-based workflows and you get a passionate and proficient software QA evangelist. Fun Fact: My passion for photography goes hand in hand with my love for Software QA. Both require attention to detail with unconditional precision. When I am about to take a picture I focus on capturing the perfect light conditions, moment, framing, angle etc. Same in QA; I carefully analyze software for user experience, smoothness, issues, etc. Both are about critical thinking, creativity and quality, making my approach to QA both very technical and boldly creative. My Key Skills & Expertise: - Test Automation & Framework Development – I have built and maintained scalable test automation frameworks using Gherkin/Cucumber, Cypress, Selenium, JavaScript, and TypeScript. - Manual & Automated Testing – I have extensive experience in UI, API, functional, integration, regression, performance, end-to-end and other types of testing. - CI/CD & Process Optimization – I helped Integrating automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines for efficient software delivery. I also created and optimized existing QA processes, - Git & Version Control – I have lot of experience with Git-based workflows, ensuring smooth collaboration and source control management. - Remote Work & Time Management – I strongly believe that productivity through structured workflows, deep focus, and asynchronous collaboration brings the best out of a team. - Diverse Environments: I have extensive experience in working in different environments. Be it the private sector, the public sector, startups, small companies, large corporations, etc. I thrive in remote work environments. Optimizing my time for smooth communication, great efficiency and valuable contributions is my second nature. I use the absolute best practices to ensure your software is delivered with excellence in every aspect. Sounds interesting? Let's talk!
Canada
Greater Ottawa Metropolitan Area
Information Technology & Services
Cypress, Gherkin, API Testing, Continuous Delivery (CD), SQL, TypeScript, Software Quality, TestComplete, Jira, Regression Testing, Testing, Scrum, Software Project Management, Agile Methodologies, Test Planning, Integration, Quality Assurance, Mobile Devices, System Architecture, Mobile Applications
Experience

Senior QA Consultant
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Developed a comprehensive initial test automation library using Cypress on GitHub and TypeScript, enabling streamlined and reliable testing processes. Designed and implemented a robust smoke test suite in Cypress to ensure stability of core functionalities, enhancing early detection of critical issues. Prepared and supported the creation of comprehensive automation test plans and test cases, ensuring alignment with project requirements and testing objectives. Prioritized test cases and scenarios for automation ensuring efficient test automation coverage Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for User Acceptance Testing to define test cases, scenarios, and user acceptance criteria tailored to diverse stakeholder needs Designed and executed API test for manual and automated testing Integrated Cypress test scripts into the DevOps CI/CD pipeline, automating test execution and supporting continuous integration for accelerated release cycles. Conducted manual testing for a data-centric form submission web application, ensuring accurate data processing and optimal user experience. Created, managed, and prioritized bug reports within Azure DevOps, providing clear and actionable insights for the development team. Designed and executed end-to-end API testing to validate functionality, reliability, and performance using Postman. Established and tracked key automation testing metrics to evaluate coverage, efficiency, and defect detection rates. Designed, maintained and executed automated test scripts Cypress and RESTful to streamline testing processes and improve efficiency. Performed manual verification of bug fixes, maintaining high standards for software quality and user satisfaction. Technologies/Tools Used: MS DevOps, JSON, TypeScript, Cypress, Git, API testing, CI/CD

Senior QA Telco Engineer
Remote
Developed automated test scripts for mobile devices using the Robot Framework and Python, enhancing testing efficiency and accuracy. Designed, maintained and executed automated test scripts using REST integrated with Robot on GitHub to streamline testing processes and improve efficiency. Actively participated in Agile ceremonies, including standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives, contributing to team alignment and continuous improvement. Managed client projects, working directly with clients to define requirements, set priorities, and ensure project milestones were achieved. Resolved customer care tickets, addressing and troubleshooting system issues to maintain customer satisfaction and system performance. Provided hands-on support to clients through direct interaction, assisting with system troubleshooting, planning, and ensuring effective solutions aligned with customer needs. Technologies/Tools Used: JIRA, Git, Robot,

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QA Lead
Burnaby
High end content management requires high end QA awareness. ImageX Media is a leading Drupal agency delivering amazing content and solutions. It is my job to organize and lead all QA activities and ensure that our awesome quality has the only acceptable feedback from our clients: "WOW!"

Error (Defect) Manager
Nokia Canada
Software Quality Management activities in an Agile environment, focusing on bug reports, bug fixes, releasing, integration. Working closely with scrum teams and program management in a multi-site environment. Developing, managing, harmonizing, and converging existing and new quality processes within and between projects. Compiling quality metrics data and helping the management to interpret those. Exposure to the following test methodologies / disciplines: Acceptance Test, Unit Test, Integration Test, Smoke Test, Sanity Test, Regression Test, various Non-Functional test methods, etc. Worked closely and negotiated with R&D teams, contributors, and customers to ensure timely and efficient progression and resolution of software bugs and software releases. Organized defect testing and verification. Supervised test activities. Evaluated internal incremental release stability and maturity. Supported release activities. Tracked existing and new software bugs, transferring them to the appropriate teams / databases. Prepared prioritized list of critical bugs for resolution and maintained a TOP list. Ensured all TOP bugs are handled as high priority within other teams. Interfaced and coordinated with internal teams and external vendors for bug resolution. Assisted with and helped evaluate software stability, reliability, and suitability for public release. Analyzed and compiled bug reports, trends, and summarized these for management. Proposed and drove improvements and optimization in the quality management process. Designed and automated summary reports and reporting tools (Excel VB scripts, reports, etc.) Educated staff on quality process, new tools (trainings, presentation, etc.). Supervised coop students working on the team. Set up new bug management tools and environments. Worked with concept, development, and deployment teams to ensure smooth transition. Member of concept team that worked out requirements for features and functionality.
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