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Michaela Chlebak

NY

Summary

Quality Assurance Automation Engineer with 6+ years of experience in software quality assurance and test automation. Expert in designing and executing complex automated test scripts with tools like Selenium WebDriver and Playwright, resulting in a 30% reduction in test cycle time. Skilled in Java, agile methodologies, and continuous integration, with a strong record of optimizing testing processes to enhance software reliability. Known for cross-functional collaboration and mentorship, fostering team growth and contributing to streamlined QA workflows.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

QA Automation Engineer

Lockheed Martin
03.2022 - 12.2024

Project: Involved with tech development site for company and it's partners with engine/aircraft optimization and simulations.

  • Enhanced software reliability through comprehensive automated test strategies, significantly reducing defect leakage.
  • Designed and maintained data-driven test scripts, accelerating regression testing and facilitating faster release cycles.
  • Developed reusable test automation library, reducing script maintenance time by 25% and increasing adaptability for new projects.
  • Led training for junior engineers in automation best practices, improving team competency and output.
  • Supported agile development processes through active participation in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
  • Technologies: Playwright, Java, Jenkins, Cucumber, Apache POI API, SQL, Git.

QA Software Tester

Signature Bank
04.2020 - 02.2022

Project: Worked as a Software tester with a leading financial service provider. Worked on back office interface software application that provides administrative access to the backend systems and services of a company and allows employees to manage daily tasks efficiently in order to access key information quickly.

  • Collaborated with QA teams to develop and execute test plans for financial service applications, improving stability and customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted extensive backend data validation using SQL queries, ensuring data accuracy across systems.
  • Actively contributed to Agile meetings, offering insights for improved testing efficiency.
  • Enhanced software quality by identifying and documenting defects, and verifying fixes in collaboration with developers.

QA Engineer

Alliance Tek
05.2018 - 03.2020
  • Developed and executed manual test cases, supporting functional requirements and ensuring software quality.
  • Participated in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and retrospectives, gaining experience in collaborative development.
  • Validated data accuracy through SQL-based testing, providing reliable results for QA team.

Education

Master of Business - Accounting And Business Management

Technical University in Zvolen
06-2013

Skills

  • Automation & Testing Tools: Playwright, Selenium Web Driver, JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber
  • Languages: JAVA, XML, HTML, Python
  • Development Environments: IntelliJ, Eclipse, VS Code,
  • Build & CI Tool: Maven, Jenkins, GIT/GitHub
  • Database: Microsoft SQL, MYSQL, MongoDB, Microsoft Azure, Oracle
  • API Platforms: Postman, Swagger, Rest Assured
  • Methodologies: Agile scrum, Waterfall

Timeline

QA Automation Engineer

Lockheed Martin
03.2022 - 12.2024

QA Software Tester

Signature Bank
04.2020 - 02.2022

QA Engineer

Alliance Tek
05.2018 - 03.2020

Master of Business - Accounting And Business Management

Technical University in Zvolen
Michaela Chlebak