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Ayşegül Pala

Ayşegül Pala

QA Lead
Istanbul

Summary

QA Leader dedicated to improving software quality. Expert in orchestrating comprehensive test automation for robust functionality and reliability. It deftly strategizes test programs, monitors defect resolutions, and validates technical accuracy. It seeks to leverage leadership and expertise to elevate software excellence.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

QA Automation Lead

Yıldız Tech
1 2023 - Current
  • Implemented and managed web, mobile, and API test automation projects.
  • Documented test and test automation processes.
  • Utilized API tests for performance testing.
  • Integrated Device Farm for mobile app testing.
  • Automated CI/CD pipeline with integrated automation tests.
  • Supported agile development by participating in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
  • Streamlined QA processes by developing and maintaining automation scripts, accelerating release cycles.
  • Mentored QA engineers in automation tools and techniques, enhancing team performance and testing efficiency.
  • Resolved team conflicts by actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Reviewed CVs and managed interviews for incoming team members.
  • Managed all projects using dynamic test data. Developed shared data management project for clients, allowing all data to be utilized dynamically across various testing environments.
  • Implemented end-to-end automation, reducing testing costs by 40%.
  • Reduced regression testing times drastically in multiple projects, improving efficiency:

- Project API: From 3 hours to 3-4 minutes (98% time saving).
- Project WEB: From 8 hours to 2 hours (75% time saving).
- Project Mobile: From 6 hours to 1 hour (83.33% time saving).

Senior Test Automation Engineer

Yıldız Tech
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Researched and selected automation tools, prioritizing cost-effective solutions to shorten diagnostic workflows.
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
  • Developed and maintained test and evaluation strategies for testing to show operational readiness and suitability with planned project decision points.
  • Improved software quality by designing and implementing automated testing solutions.
  • Developed custom test scripts for precise evaluation of application performance metrics.

Software Test Analyst

N11.com
10.2020 - 08.2022
  • Web, API and Mobile Application Testing (Manual and Automation).
  • Assessed software bugs and compiled findings along with suggested resolutions for development team members.
  • Checked configuration files and logs to uncover root causes of problems.
  • Planned and devised cohesive test plans for projects using advanced testing technologies.
  • Managed release schedules effectively, ensuring timely delivery of multiple projects with tight deadlines.

Software Test Engineer

Turkcell
01.2018 - 09.2020
  • Optimizing test cases to increase success of manual software testing.
  • Using open source tools to develop automation scripts.
  • Web, mobile and API tests, creation of regression sets and mobile automation applications.
  • Conducted regression testing, analyzed results, and submitted observations to development team.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Electronics And Communications Engineering

Dogus University
Istanbul, Turkey
09.2014 - 06.2019

Skills

    Dependable and Responsible

Organization and Time Management

Automation knowledge

Test implementation

Manual test case preparation

Documentation skills

Certification

ISTQB Foundation Level (CTFL)

Languages

Turkish
English

Timeline

Completed a 72-hour 'First Step to Leadership' program and earned a certification from BMI Business School Istanbul.

12-2023

ISTQB Foundation Level (CTFL)

08-2023

Senior Test Automation Engineer

Yıldız Tech
08.2022 - 01.2023

Software Test Analyst

N11.com
10.2020 - 08.2022

Software Test Engineer

Turkcell
01.2018 - 09.2020

Bachelor's Degree - Electronics And Communications Engineering

Dogus University
09.2014 - 06.2019

QA Automation Lead

Yıldız Tech
1 2023 - Current
Ayşegül PalaQA Lead