Maryna Dashkevich

Experience

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  Wimix LLC

  Mar 2018 - May 2019

  QA Engineer

  Customer domain: FintechKey responsibilities:- Contributed to the testing of 9 diverse projects across Android, iOS, Backend (REST API and sockets), and Web platforms, focusing on trading and analytics applications.- Conducted build verification, functional and non-functional testing, and rigorous testing of requirements, payment methods (including credit card and NFC), and analytics tools.- Proficiently used Android Studio and xCode for debugging and logs, Git/Bitbucket for version control, and various third-party services like Fabric.io, Pushwoosh, Firebase analytics, and Segment for testing and reporting.- Experienced in REST API testing using Postman and Swagger, monitoring and analyzing sockets, and interacting with databases using phpMyAdmin and SQL queries.- Employed tools such as Charles Proxy for sniffing, Fiddler for web testing, and developer tools for web debugging.- Consistently participated in daily meetings, providing updates on testing progress, bug reporting, and verification.Achievements:- Pioneered iOS testing at the company by developing a Proof of Concept (POC) for native iOS mobile app testing. Identified appropriate testing tools and crafted mobile-specific test cases, aligning with iOS Human Interface Guidelines to ensure compliance with App Store review standards. This initiative significantly improved testing practices within the company and empowered other QA team members to incorporate these insights into their projects. Show less

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  EPAM Systems

  Jun 2019 - Jun 2022

  Customer domain: Funeral, Deathcare servicesKey Responsibilities:- Led the Manual QA team and actively involved in all phases of the development lifecycle.- Conducted manual testing of new features on iOS devices (using real devices and mobile-cloud farm) and web applications.- Prepared test artifacts including checklists and test cases to ensure thorough testing coverage.- Specialized in Regression, Compatibility, and UI testing to maintain product quality and consistency.- Analyzed user stories and requirements to define test scenarios and ensure alignment with project goals.- Conducted demo sessions to showcase project progress and collaborate with other QA teams.- Engaged in daily sync-up meetings with the team and leads for effective coordination and task prioritization.- Contributed to planning-poker sessions with the team to estimate work efforts accurately.- Planned QA activities for upcoming sprints to meet project timelines and deliverables.- Monitored and reported testing progress, execution results, product quality, and identified testing risks on a regular basis.- Delegated tasks and distributed responsibilities among QA team members to optimize productivity and efficiency.- Conducted bug-triage sessions with key stakeholders to prioritize and address issues in the backlog promptly.- Supported User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and participated in UAT triage sessions with customer representatives.Achievements:- Implemented a risk-based approach for regression testing, defining the regression scope and optimizing testing efforts to identify critical issues efficiently.- Developed a broad knowledge transfer plan and materials to facilitate the quick onboarding of substitute QA team members due to the replacement of key team members from Ukraine following the start of military actions. Thanks to the plan and materials, the substitute testers were able to start testing promptly, and the product delivery was not significantly affected. Show less Customer domain: Manufacturing and AutoKey Responsibilities:- Played a Key Tester on a Scrum-based product involving mobile and web applications, overseeing the entire testing process from test strategy creation to conducting customer demos and generating test result reports.- Demonstrated expertise in testing cross-platform iOS and Android mobile apps using React Native, and extensively utilized Azure services (Cosmos DB, App Insights, AD B2C) for testing, along with performing localization testing (Applanga) and API testing (Swagger, Postman).- Utilized tools such as Charles Proxy to sniff requests/responses from servers, analyze data, and modify it for effective test execution. Also proficient in working with Android Studio and Xcode.- Developed robust testing strategies for web and mobile applications, leading to the successful release of 7 production versions.- Led bug-triage sessions and UX sessions, facilitated demos to showcase sprint progress, and managed test planning for releases, defining regression scope and ensuring successful execution.- Collected metrics, prepared comprehensive test reports, and made Go/NoGo decisions based on testing outcomes.Achievements:- Successfully organized mentoring programs for junior testers on the project, resulting in their upskilling and successful career advancement within the company. Two testers progressed from Junior to Middle level and were assigned to new projects.- Developed a comprehensive testing strategy from scratch for a web application; presented and obtained approval from the customer. Successfully executed all required testing activities outlined in the strategy, resulting in the successful release of the web application. Show less

  • Test Team Lead

    Oct 2021 - Jun 2022

  • Mobile QA engineer

    Jun 2019 - Sept 2021
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  EPAM Systems

  Sept 2022 - Jan 2024

  Key responsibilities:- Managed and coordinated 3 E2E testing streams (Mobile & Web manual and automation teams) with up to 25 team members- Maintained daily communication with stakeholders including clients, team leads, RTEs, POs, and System Integrators- Oversaw all testing- and process-related aspects for the E2E streams- Negotiated scope, schedule, resources, and deadlines with the DM and clients, applying change management best practices- Tracked dependencies between work streams, established timelines, and facilitated resolution of dependencies- Managed risks and issues related to testing activities- Developed test plans and strategies for E2E testing initiatives- Conducted project interviews and made hiring decisions based on project needsAchivements:- Led the project's transition from component-level to E2E, aligning processes across 3 streams and standardizing activities like test planning, reporting, test case design, and defect management- Directed the migration from Zephyr to xRay Test Management tool, overseeing test case migration and setup customization to support new E2E processes, resulting in improved test case organization, quality, and efficiency for manual and automation teams- Established Release Management process for E2E team, coordinating testing of multiple release versions concurrently, including main releases and change requests- Enhanced E2E exit reporting with a new template for improved visualization of testing status, outcomes, metrics, and issues, enhancing transparency for client-side Product Owners and Managers- Implemented Shift-left approach, fostering collaboration with BAs, SAs, and developers to identify issues early and ensure effective testing setups- Orchestrated Shift-Right approach, enabling parallel UAT customer testing with E2E teams to confirm functionality and resolve issues before application release Show less Liberty Global customer, mobile application (Native iOS and Android)Key responsibilities:- Led Manual E2E QA efforts throughout various stages of the development lifecycle as the E2E QA Lead, serving as the primary liaison between manual and automation teams and holding a key decision-making role.- Actively engaged in customer-facing activities, including participation in meetings, presentations, and on-site interactions, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and needs.- Executed Test Analyst responsibilities by analyzing high-level requirements, offering insights, and suggesting improvements to enhance project outcomes.- Facilitated meetings, brainstorming sessions, demos, and retrospectives to foster collaboration and innovation within the E2E team.- Generated various reports such as Test Result Reports (TRRs), Exit reports, as well as daily and weekly progress reports, providing customers with detailed insights into testing progress and project status.- Monitored product quality and identified potential risks regularly, proactively preparing mitigation plans to address any issues that may arise.- Effectively delegated and distributed tasks among E2E QA team members to optimize efficiency and productivity.- Conducted bug-triage sessions with key stakeholders to prioritize and review issues in the backlog, ensuring timely resolution and alignment with project goals.- Facilitated the onboarding process for new QA team members by conducting Knowledge Transfer (KT) sessions, ensuring a smooth transition and alignment with project objectives.Achivements:- Developed comprehensive QA plans for both preparation and execution phases, including capacity estimation, testing strategy formulation, scope definition, and application of risk-based approaches as necessary. Show less

  • E2E Test Manager, E2E Testing team lead

    Jul 2023 - Jan 2024

  • Lead Software Testing Engineer

    Sept 2022 - Jun 2023
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  EPAM Systems

  Aug 2024 - now

  Project Coordinator

  Customer: American Healthcare CompanyKey Responsibilities:- Collaborated with colleagues from LATAM, Spain, the Czech Republic, etc. to source suitable candidates for the project.- Reviewed CVs, organized interviews, and evaluated CV content to ensure candidates met job requirements while identifying and addressing any potential issues.- Worked closely with development and testing teams to conduct technical reviews, created interview questions, and managed the interview process.- Provided daily updates to the delivery manager, keeping them informed of ongoing staffing processes.- Enhanced and maintained key project documentation, including onboarding guidelines, welcome emails for new hires, and other essential operational documents.- Refined the process of allocating candidates to developers for review and streamlined interview setups, improving our overall hiring workflow.Achievements:- Enhanced the efficiency of our staffing operations by optimizing the candidate allocation process and interview setups.- Implemented a new reporting system to track candidate progress, thereby increasing transparency within our recruitment pipeline and facilitating better team communication.- Successfully filled five critical positions (1 tester, 3 developers, 1 observability engineer), significantly contributing to the advancement of the project's objectives and the expansion of our team. Show less