Davit Kartashyan
Email address:-Git: github.com/davit-gh
Profile
Work Experience
Result-oriented Senior QA Engineer with 7+ years of experience in manual and
automated testing. Proven track record of successfully leading teams and
ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products. Skilled in test planning,
execution, and defect management, with expertise in various testing
methodologies and tools. Seeking a challenging role to utilize my skills and
contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.
Senior QA engineer
InAllMedia
06/2021 – 12/2023
REMOTE
Led a team of QA engineers to develop and implement comprehensive test
plans, resulting in a 30% increase in overall test coverage.
Developed and executed test cases to ensure compliance with financial
regulations (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR, SEC).
Implemented automated testing strategies, resulting in a 50% reduction in
manual testing efforts and increased efficiency of the QA process.
Conducted performance testing to identify bottlenecks and areas for
optimization in financial systems.
Conducted thorough root cause analysis of production issues, leading to the
implementation of preventive measures and a 20% decrease in post-release
defects.
Co-founder
Tesvan
06/2022 – present
ARMENIA
Demonstrated a keen understanding of customer service principles to enhance
overall customer satisfaction.
Oversaw the development of applications and websites while providing
supervision and guidance.
Conducted workshops & trainings on latest QA tools and methodologies.
QA Automation Engineer
Legalatoms
02/2019 – 03/2021
REMOTE
Conducted comprehensive cross-environment and cross-browser testing for
the web application.
Generated and delivered prompt reports on automation progress and
execution status.
Mentored and trained junior automation engineers on best practices and
effective use of test automation tools, leading to improved team productivity
and skill development.
Wrote Cypress automated tests with Typescript and setup CI/CD with CircleCI.
QA Automation Engineer
Severalnines
02/2017 – 01/2019
REMOTE
Implemented and managed a comprehensive backup and recovery solution for
critical infrastructure systems, reducing data loss incidents by 50%
Proposed and implemented migrating from physical to virtual servers,
resulting in a 30% reduction in hardware costs and improved system
performance.
Work Experience
Created scripts for bringing up and destroying testing VMs with VirtualBox
and LXC/LXD
Tunneled into cloud servers on DigitalOcean, AWS, Google Cloud, Azure
Wrote and maintained automated tests using BDD and JavaScript.
ENERGIZE GLOBAL SERVICES
06/2016 – 02/2017
Coded and executed test cases in Java with meticulous attention to detail.
Designed and developed a comprehensive REST testing framework using
Java's Rest Assured library.
Collaborated with a Financial Security department to set and validate testing
objectives.
Wrote and maintained BDD-based Gherkin scenarios according to preapproved test cases
Effectively communicated with clients during daily meetings by raising
concerns and giving due credit to teammates
Organized knowledge sharing events within the company.
QA Engineer
Effortis
11/2014 – 05/2016
YEREVAN, ARMENIA
Executed end-to-end web testing automation using advanced capabilities of
Cypress and WebdriverIO to enhance testing process efficiency.
Integrated and utilized Jenkins for seamless Continuous Integration (CI) to
achieve optimal automation in web testing.
Added mobile testing automation suite by effectively leveraging Appium for
precise and high-quality testing of the IOS and Android apps.
Python developer
Develandoo
03/2013 – 09/2014
YEREVAN, ARMENIA
Actively contributed as a back-end developer for unleash12.com using Django
framework
Worked as a back-end developer for the MiuMeet app using Flask framework
Manual QA Engineer
GSM
05/2012 – 03/2013
Collaborated in an agile team, effectively contributing to the software testing
process
Diligently authored, documented, and updated meticulous test plans
Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing API testing scripts
Conducted rigorous manual testing including black box testing, usability
evaluations, user interface assessments, and ad-hoc and exploratory testing
techniques.
IT specialist
Central Bank of Armenia
06/2010 – 08/2011
YEREVAN, ARMENIA
Efficiently set up equipment for employee use, ensuring accurate installation
of cable, operating systems, and relevant software.
Executed installations and conducted minor repairs on hardware, software,
and peripheral equipment, maintaining optimal performance.
Skills
Test Automation
Professional
Agile Methodology
Professional
Quality Assurance
Professional
Test Reporting
Professional
Defect Management
Professional
Software Tools
Achievements
Strengths
Javascript, Python, Postman, SQL, Mocha, Chai, Jest, Allure, Cucumber/Gherkin,
Jenkins, Jira, Confluence, Testrail, CodeceptJS, Bamboo, Xray, Cypress,
WebdriverIO, Jasmine, Lodash, Playwright, Appium, Browserstack, JMeter
Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve
software defects, contributing to a 30% reduction in product bugs during the
testing phase
Conducted comprehensive testing of software applications, ensuring highquality and defect-free products for clients
Cultivated invaluable face-to-face communication skills through collaborative
work within a team environment.
Analytical skills,
Attention to detail,
Problem-solving ability,
Team collaboration,
Quality assurance expertise.
Skills
Hobbies
Education
Technical expertise,
Self starter
– LANGUAGES
English
Russian
Chinese
Exploring distant
lands
Getting lost in a
good book
Feeling the music
Capturing
moments
Hiking
Skiing
Information Systems and Security | Bachlor's
State Engineering University of Armenia
09/2004 – 07/2008
YEREVAN, ARMENIA
Developed and implemented a comprehensive information security awareness
program, effectively training over 100 employees on best practices for data
protection and minimizing cyber threats.
Collaborated with a team of fellow students to design and deploy a secure
network infrastructure for a local nonprofit organization, resulting in improved
data integrity and reduced vulnerability to potential cyber attacks.
Successfully completed coursework in database management, demonstrating
proficiency in designing relational databases and optimizing system
performance through efficient data retrieval and storage techniques.
Actively participated in hands-on lab exercises, honing technical skills in
network security protocols, intrusion detection systems, and vulnerability
assessment tools, contributing to a solid foundation in information systems
and security principles.
Applied technology | Master's
Central South University
09/2008 – 06/2010
CHANGSHA, CHINA
Developed strong technical expertise in areas such as computer programming,
data analysis, and network administration through coursework and hands-on
projects.
Collaborated with a team of fellow students to design and implement a fleetmanagement software application, resulting in improved efficiency and cost
savings for a local business.
