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Svetlana Kozlova

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Summary

Experienced Performance Test Engineer with over 7 years of expertise in ensuring system reliability, optimizing resource utilization, and enhancing system performance. Proficient in designing and executing end-to-end performance testing strategies, develop monitoring system, analyzing bottlenecks, and integrating testing frameworks into CI/CD pipelines. Skilled in Python, Java, Groovy, and cloud-based monitoring solutions. Proven ability to mentor teams, reduce hardware costs, and drive system improvements. Successfully improved testing efficiency by up to 70% through automation and streamlined processes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Performance Test Engineer

ITDGroup
11.2023 - Current
  • Managed multiple concurrent projects while meeting stringent deadlines due to effective task prioritization skills.
  • Designed custom benchmark tests based on client requirements, demonstrating how proposed solutions met or exceeded expectations.
  • Contributed to a culture of continuous improvement by proactively seeking opportunities for process optimization throughout the software lifecycle.
  • Collaborated with development teams to optimize code quality, resulting in improved application performance.
  • Developed customized solutions with developers to resolve unique application challenges, improving overall product quality.
  • Ensured high-quality user experience through continuous monitoring of system performance metrics during live production periods.

Lead Performance Engineer

Exadel
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Managed 3 projects, one of the project was ABC fitness USA
  • Mentored 2 junior engineers on best practices related to performance engineering, fostering a culture of technical excellence within the team.
  • Established performance benchmarks, allowing for regular assessment of system improvements or regressions over time.
  • Implemented code review processes focused on identifying potential bottlenecks, promoting a mindset of constant improvement among developers.
  • Developed custom monitoring tools to track application metrics, enabling proactive issue identification and resolution.
  • Authored detailed testing methodologies and documentation for internal and client use.
  • Analyzed performance test results, presenting actionable insights to stakeholders

Performance Test Engineer

X5 Retail Group
02.2020 - 01.2022
  • Conducted performance testing for new features and regression testing of legacy functionality
  • Integrated performance testing with CI/CD pipelines, utilizing Jenkins and Kubernetes for seamless deployment
  • Designed and executed JMeter scripts, improving testing efficiency by 4 times
  • Delivered comprehensive reports on test outcomes, providing actionable insights for the development team to address issues.
  • Evaluated and implemented cutting-edge performance testing tools, ensuring optimal application functionality.

Test Engineer

T-Systems
02.2017 - 12.2019
  • Developed performance test scripts using JMeter and HP LoadRunner
  • Automated test result reporting with Python, reducing reporting time by 80%
  • Conducted system monitoring and debugging, identifying root causes of performance issues
  • Created detailed documentation for load testing methodologies and automated processes
  • Maintained up-to-date documentation of all test plans, procedures, results, and defect tracking databases for future reference or audits.
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
  • Reduced product defects by performing thorough root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.

Education

Master of Science - Materials Science and Materials Technology

Moscow Aviation Institute
Russian Federation
07.2016

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Donetsk National Technical University
Ukraine
07.2014

Skills

  • Performance & Auto Testing: JMeter, Gatling, LoadRunner/PC, Selenium, SOAP UI
  • Programming Languages: Java, C, Groovy, SQL, Python, Bash
  • Databases & Message Brokers: OracleSQL, PostgreSQL, IBM MQ, Kafka, RabbitMQ
  • Monitoring: Zabbix, Elasticsearch, Prometheus, InfluxDB, Grafana, Telegraf, Chronograf
  • CI/CD & Infrastructure: Docker, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Kubernetes, AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda)
  • Soft Skills: Team Collaboration, Communication, Problem-Solving, Time management and prioritization

Certification

  • Performance testing course Moscow, Russian Federation02/2017
  • Automation QA course Moscow, Russian Federation10/2021

Languages

English
Full Professional
Russian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Performance Test Engineer

ITDGroup
11.2023 - Current

Lead Performance Engineer

Exadel
03.2022 - 07.2023

Performance Test Engineer

X5 Retail Group
02.2020 - 01.2022

Test Engineer

T-Systems
02.2017 - 12.2019

Master of Science - Materials Science and Materials Technology

Moscow Aviation Institute

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Donetsk National Technical University

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