Dario Čolić
Quality Assurance Engineer
Summary
Highly analytical and motivated QA Engineer with a robust foundation in software development. Proven ability to understand complex business logic and architecture, enabling a proactive approach to quality. I excel at translating business requirements into comprehensive manual test plans and executing robust testing (functional, regression, data integrity) to ensure application stability and compliance. I am passionate about driving product quality by bridging the gap between development and end-user experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Quality Assurance Engineer
TalentLyft
11.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive manual testing for web and mobile applications, ensuring high-quality releases.
- Developed structured and traceable test plans in TestRail aligned with functional requirements, ensuring comprehensive coverage and efficient tracking throughout the QA process.
- Identified, documented, and tracked software defects using bug tracking tools (JIRA).
- Collaborated closely with development and product teams to understand requirements and provide timely feedback.
- Performed thorough API testing using Postman, validating request-response integrity, status codes, and payload structure across multiple endpoints.
- Performed regression testing to verify bug fixes and ensure no new issues were introduced.
Junior Software Engineer
EPAM Systems
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Designed and developed core back-end functionality for high-volume e-commerce applications, including payment processing, inventory management, and user authentication.
- Built and maintained robust RESTful APIs for seamless integration between the front-end, third-party services (e.g., shipping carriers, payment gateways), and internal business systems.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with product managers, designers, and other engineers to gather requirements, estimate timelines, and deliver features on time using Agile methodologies.
Web developer
Nivago
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Delivered full-stack solutions for multiple client websites and web applications, ensuring projects met technical specifications, budget, and strict client deadlines.
- Translated client design mock-ups (UI/UX) into high-fidelity, responsive, and cross-browser compatible front-end experiences using modern HTML, CSS (SASS/LESS), and JavaScript frameworks.
- Communicated technical concepts effectively to non-technical clients, managing expectations and providing regular project status updates throughout the development lifecycle.
Web developer
enter-internet
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Spearheaded front-end performance tuning (e.g., image optimization, asset loading) that significantly improved Core Web Vitals and SEO rankings for key client sites.
- Developed reusable component libraries, standardizing development practices and accelerating delivery across multiple client projects.
- Provided advanced troubleshooting and maintenance for legacy client systems, documenting technical specifications and ensuring long-term stability and security updates.
Education
Bachelor's degree - computer science
Faculty of Engineering Rijeka
Rijeka01.2021
Architectural technician - undefined
Construction Technical School Rijeka
Rijeka, Croatia01.2017
Interests
Volleyball
Sport and fitness
Job Title
Quality Assurance Engineer
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 1997-08-04
- Marital Status: B
Skills
das
Timeline
Quality Assurance Engineer
TalentLyft
11.2023 - Current
Junior Software Engineer
EPAM Systems
08.2022 - 03.2023
Web developer
Nivago
01.2022 - 08.2022
Web developer
enter-internet
07.2019 - 05.2021
Architectural technician - undefined
Construction Technical School Rijeka
Bachelor's degree - computer science
Faculty of Engineering Rijeka