Taras Lysenko

Sr. Software Quality Assurance Engineer

EPAM Systems, Inc

04.2022 - Current

Designed and implemented comprehensive QA strategies and automation frameworks, improving testing accuracy and efficiency for high-profile projects.
Conducted extensive testing including Functional, Regression, UAT, Exploratory, GUI, API, Usability, Compatibility, Smoke, and Sanity testing.
Spearheaded defect tracking and resolution processes, ensuring swift identification of critical bugs and maintaining high bug-resolution rates.
Delivered seamless integration testing across hardware, mobile apps, embedded software, and backend systems, ensuring functionality and user satisfaction.
Coordinated User Acceptance Testing (UAT) in regulated environments, managing schedules, objectives, and reporting to ensure alignment with business requirements.
Proposed and implemented user-centric product improvements, many of which were converted into epics and led to enhanced usability and performance.
Designed and maintained regression testing packs and detailed QA documentation, supporting consistent product stability and quality.
Conducted API testing using Postman and SwaggerHub to validate seamless backend integrations and ensure robust system functionality.
Performed database validation using MongoDB and SQL, verifying data integrity and accuracy across critical systems.
Introduced automation practices for key workflows, reducing testing cycle times and improving test reliability.
Acted as a key liaison between QA, development teams, and Product Owners, facilitating cross-team collaboration and process optimization.
Delivered QA metrics and actionable insights to stakeholders, driving informed decision-making and improving overall system performance.
Logged the highest number of critical bugs across various projects, directly contributing to improved product reliability and customer satisfaction.
Played a pivotal role in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily standups, aligning Agile principles with project goals.
Coordinated with globally distributed teams across time zones, ensuring seamless communication and project continuity..
Championed testing for multiple releases with zero critical production defects, meeting tight deadlines and high-quality standards.