EDUCATION
Mathematics and Computer Science From 2008 to 2012
Colegiul Național „Bethlen Gábor” Aiud, AB, Romania
Graduated with Baccalaureate Diploma
Selenium 4 Fundamentals with Java From 2024 to 2025
Pluralsight Remote
BALOGH
SZILARD
QA ENGINEER
CONTACT
- Câmpia Turzii, Cluj, RO
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/szil
ardbalogh/
ABOUT ME
QA Engineer with 6 years of IT
experience and a sales background,
combining technical skills with
strategic insight. Focused on
improving systems, driving results,
and continuous growth.
GitHub : @bszilard26
LANGUAGES
English C1 Advanced
Hungarian Native
Romanian Native
CERTIFICATES
Agile Testing
Introduction to Programming Using
Java
Introduction to SQL
Linux Command Line Basics
Python Intermediate
Software Testing Foundations: Test
Management
SQL Intermediate
The Three Pillars of Effective
Communication
WORK EXPERIENCE
QA Engineer Since September 2022
8x8 Cluj-Napoca, CJ, Romania
Started in the Local CRM and Email Services QA team; transitioned in Feb 2024 to
Tenant Provisioning, Access Management, and Presence Management.
Demonstrated strong ownership and cross-functional engagement across identity,
UI, and backend testing areas in Agile delivery.
Key Achievements
Led QA for a critical migration initiative across a complex multi-tenant
architecture. Supported backend validation, high-availability provisioning, and
service integrity.
Delivered test strategy, designed coverage across layers, and integrated quality
gates in CI/CD environments.
Core Responsibilities & Impact
Analyzed and validated Camunda business process flows and approval chains.
Executed test deployments using GoCD and GDS; contributed to global rollout
integrity.
Built and maintained test suites in TestRail, covering both functional and edgecase scenarios.
Reproduced customer-found defects, validated fixes, and supported release signoff across squads.
Validated APIs and UI consistency; tested JSON payloads, monitored OCI logs
and Wavefront synthetics.
Set up and verified IVR call flows and backend integrations.
Contributed documentation and debugging playbooks to QA process libraries.
Cross-Team Work & Culture Fit
Partnered with Dev, DevOps, and business analysts in Agile sprint cycles.
Mentored colleagues on Salesforce-based tenant lifecycle flows.
Supported shared environment management and coordinated multi-domain test
efforts.
Advocated for fast-feedback loops, automation-first principles, and test
optimization.
Personal Projects (Automation & CI/CD Focus)
TestForge AE (Java + TestNG):
A robust E2E automation framework built with Java, Selenium WebDriver, and
Allure, showcasing modular design and clean architecture for UI + API testing.
DataGuard-QA (Python + PyTest):
An enterprise-level test framework simulating full-stack responsibilities — REST
API testing, UI automation (Selenium), ETL validation, Dockerized execution,
Allure reporting, and GitHub Actions CI.
Tools & Technologies
Languages & Frameworks: Java, Python, TestNG, PyTest
Automation & QA: Selenium, Postman, SwaggerHub, TestRail, Allure
CI/CD & Deployment: GoCD, GDS, GitHub Actions, Kubernetes
Monitoring & Logs: OCI, Wavefront
Backend & Data: Oracle DB (DBeaver), Redis, LDAP
Architecture: Camunda (workflow), Microservices, IVR validation
Other tools: Confluence, JIRA, Chrome DevTools, Salesforce
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Automation Testing
API Testing
Agile Testing
Agile Methodologies
Log Analysis
Test Automation
Test Management
Test Planning
UI Testing
SOFT SKILLS
Adaptability
Analytical Skills
WORK EXPERIENCE
Application Management Engineer From May 2019 to September 2022
accesa.eu Cluj-Napoca, CJ, Romania
Bridged technical support, business, and clients—supporting Developers and
DevOps to enhance system stability and customer satisfaction.
Resolved e-commerce and supply chain issues; managed L1/L2 incidents and
supported peers in resolution.
Used JIRA, ServiceNow, and Classic Desk for efficient ticket handling.
Ensured infrastructure stability with Elasticsearch, Kibana, Dynatrace, HAProxy,
Linux Terminal, Hybris Admin Console, and SoapUI—especially during high-traffic
events.
Performed server restarts via SaltStack, monitored JVM memory, gathered thread
dumps, and patched with Jenkins.
Administered SAP Hybris Backoffice: user access, promotions, pricing, VAT
updates, and order processing.
Diagnosed and fixed app issues; improved workflows using Groovy, SQL,
FlexibleSearch, and ImpEx updates.
Monitoring Support Engineer From January 2019 to May 2019
accesa.eu Cluj-Napoca, CJ, Romania
Team Collaboration
• Ensured smooth business operations by managing network infrastructure, security,
applications, and host systems.
• Resolved issues promptly or escalated as needed to minimize downtime.
Tools & Technologies Used:
• Managed incidents using ServiceNow, Solution Manager, and S5.
• Monitored systems with Nagios, Check_MK, Grafana, Splunk, and EDI BIS Front
End.
• Secured networks with Panorama (Palo Alto) and Cylance.
• Supported operations with tools like Azure Backup, SAP, Redwood/Cronacle,
vSphere, Eyevis, and Remote Desktop.
Time Management
Department Manager From March 2017 to January 2019
Attention to Detail
Communication
Confidence
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Altex Romania Cluj-Napoca, CJ, Romania
• Led departmental commercial activities to boost efficiency and sales performance.
• Executed strategies to surpass sales targets and proactively drove revenue growth.
• Built strong supplier relationships, securing timely procurement and favorable
terms.
• Monitored stock levels and used Microsoft Dynamics AX to forecast demand and
manage inventory.
• Delivered high-quality customer service by resolving inquiries and issues promptly.
• Trained new team members, delegated tasks, and aligned roles with business
goals.
Sales Assistant From February 2016 to March 2017
Altex Romania Cluj-Napoca, CJ, Romania
• Acted as the main point of contact for technical inquiries, offering expert product
guidance tailored to customer needs and budgets.
• Consistently exceeded sales targets, driving revenue growth and customer
satisfaction.
• Stayed up to date on tech trends to provide accurate, informed recommendations.
• Maintained store appearance with a strong focus on visual appeal and
organization.
