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Alla Grecova

Alla Grecova

Denver

Summary

Experienced Software Quality Assurance Engineer with over six years in software testing and automation. Proficient in working with SDLC and Agile frameworks, delivering high-quality software through efficient testing practices. Known for strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and cross-team collaboration. Currently seeking to transition into an Associate Manager role at FirstBank to further contribute to strategic improvements, team alignment, and delivery excellence.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Software QA Analyst

FirstBank
Lakewood
06.2022 - Current
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define testing strategy aligned with business and compliance requirements.
  • Conduct comprehensive API, UI, database, and data stream testing to ensure system stability and performance.
  • Developed and applied test automation to minimize manual testing efforts.
  • Support product owners and business analysts by validating requirements and ensuring clear documentation for QA processes.
  • Generate and present test reports and quality metrics to support release decisions and continuous improvement.
  • Contribute to internal QA standards, test templates, and documentation practices for knowledge sharing and consistency.
  • Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives to align QA with team objectives.

QA Analyst

Easy2Learn
San Diego
02.2019 - 06.2022
  • Developed and maintained UI tests with Selenium WebDriver.
  • Refactored automated test code for improved readability and stability.
  • Created a traceability matrix and test cases with XRAY.
  • Executed regression testing and supported issue triage with developers and business stakeholders.
  • Performed regression testing to ensure existing functionality remained unaffected by new changes.
  • Mentored new QA team member to accelerate onboarding and ensure quality standards.

Education

Bachelor’s - Public Administration

St. Kliment Ohridski University
Sofia, Bulgaria
01.2019

Software QA Bootcamp -

Spin Career
01.2018

Skills

  • Process improvement and documentation
  • Software development lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Agile methodologies and Scrum
  • Stakeholder and cross-functional communication
  • Test planning and execution
  • Requirements analysis and business understanding
  • Problem solving and root cause analysis
  • Time management and task prioritization
  • Customer-centric quality assurance
  • Onboarding and team guidance
  • Java programming
  • SQL and PL/SQL development
  • RESTful APIs and Postman
  • Selenium WebDriver and JUnit
  • Test management with QTest, TestRail, XRAY
  • Performance testing with Apache JMeter
  • Continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD)
  • Version control with GitHub and SmartGit
  • Collaboration tools: Confluence and Jira
  • Data visualization with Tableau

Education Certifications

  • Bachelor’s in Public Administration, St. Kliment Ohridski University, Sofia, Bulgaria, 01/01/16, 01/01/19
  • Software QA Bootcamp, Spin Career, 01/01/18
  • ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level, 01/01/23
  • Certified Scrum Master, Scrum Alliance, 01/01/24

Certification

· ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level (2023)

· Certified Scrum Master – Scrum Alliance (2024)

Languages

English
Full Professional
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
Bulgarian
Full Professional

Timeline

Software QA Analyst

FirstBank
06.2022 - Current

QA Analyst

Easy2Learn
02.2019 - 06.2022

Bachelor’s - Public Administration

St. Kliment Ohridski University

Software QA Bootcamp -

Spin Career

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