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Iryna Polishko

Jenkintown,PA

Summary

Manual QA Engineer with four years of experience testing web, mobile, and embedded platforms, including set-top boxes (TV devices).with hands-on leadership experience coordinating a QA team of 14. Adept at writing and executing detailed test cases, managing defects through Jira, and working in Agile (Scrum/Kanban) environments. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, exploratory testing, and ensuring a smooth user experience across multiple device types.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Manual QA Engineer

M&I
Lviv, Ukraine
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Worked in a pure Scrum environment, closely collaborating with developers, the product owner, and UI/UX designers to shape and refine features.
  • Tested a fintech platform (web and mobile) enabling users to build and manage automated cryptocurrency trading bots.
  • Executed functional, UI, and regression testing, ensuring stability across responsive web and mobile platforms.
  • Wrote and maintained test cases in Xray for Jira; logged and triaged bugs with developers during sprint ceremonies.
  • Created and analyzed requirements using mockups from Canva, defining user stories and refining features.
  • Participated in and presented during sprint demo meetings, showcasing tested features and raising UX or logic issues early.
  • Used Chrome DevTools to inspect UI elements, debug frontend behavior, and verify API traffic.
  • Maintained detailed documentation in Confluence to track test coverage, user scenarios, and product flows.
  • Built deep understanding of trading logic, financial data validation, and risk-related scenarios in crypto environments.

Manual QA Engineer

GlobalLogic
Lviv, Ukraine
12.2021 - 10.2024
  • Led and coordinated a QA team of 14 members, overseeing daily operations, task distribution, and team performance to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.
  • Performed manual testing on embedded TV applications and streaming media platforms, validating functionality, UI behavior, playback performance, and device interactions.
  • Conducted thorough cross-platform testing for web and mobile (iOS/Android) applications to ensure consistent user experience and functional correctness.
  • Created and maintained detailed test cases and scenarios in TestRail, aligned with project requirements and sprint goals.
  • Logged and managed defects using Jira, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution during Agile (Scrum and Kanban) sprints.
  • Validated API responses using Postman.
  • Participated in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives, contributing to process improvements and continuous delivery goals.
  • Maintained documentation and knowledge-sharing resources in Confluence for QA best practices and onboarding.
  • Mentored trainee QA engineers by providing training on tools, test case writing, and best practices in Agile environments.

Manual QA Engineer

EPAM
Lviv, Ukraine
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Completed a 2-month intensive QA internship focused on the fundamentals of software testing, test case creation, defect reporting, and SDLC/STLC processes.
  • Practiced manual testing techniques in a simulated project environment using Agile (Scrum) methodology.
  • Learned to write and execute test cases based on functional requirements and user stories.
  • Gained hands-on experience with industry-standard tools including Jira and TestRail.
  • Participated in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives as part of an Agile QA team.
  • Developed a strong understanding of bug lifecycle, test documentation, and software quality assurance principles.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts and Sciences

Maria Curie-Sklodowska University
Lublin, Poland
07-2021

Skills

  • Platforms Tested: Roku, Web, iOS, Android
  • Testing Tools: Jira, TestRail, Confluence, Postman, QAhub, Gitlab, Xray, Putty
  • Testing Types: Functional, Regression, UI, UAT, Smoke, Exploratory
  • Processes: Agile (Scrum), Kanban, STLC, SDLC
  • Other Skills: SQL (data checks), HTML/CSS basics, API testing, cross-device testing

Title

Manual QA Engineer

Soft Skills

  • Team Leadership & Coordination
  • Effective Cross-Functional Communication
  • Task Prioritization & Time Management
  • Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail, Mentorship & Peer Support
  • Analytical thinking

Timeline

Manual QA Engineer

M&I
01.2025 - 05.2025

Manual QA Engineer

GlobalLogic
12.2021 - 10.2024

Manual QA Engineer

EPAM
09.2021 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts and Sciences

Maria Curie-Sklodowska University

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