Ludmila Berdila
Chicago IL *******.*******@*****.*** 773-***-**** linkedin.com/in/ludmila-berdila/ SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER IN TEST (SDET)
Highly skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with 5 years of experience specializing in implementing quality control systems and automation strategies using SDLC methodologies. Proven track record of driving improvements in test efficiency and coverage across various testing types including Smoke, Functional, Integration, Regression, Manual, and Black Box testing. Achieved a 30% reduction in manual testing time and a 25% increase in test coverage. Strong collaborator with development teams and dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth.
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
• Languages: Java, SQL, HTML, Gherkin
• Tools and Frameworks: Selenium, Cucumber, TestNG, Rest-Assured, Postman, JUnit, Maven, BDD, JDBC, Karate
• Methodologies: Agile (Scrum, Kanban), Jira, Confluence
• Version Control: Git, GitHub, Bitbucket
• Test and Integration Tools: Jenkins, IntelliJ
• Testing Types: Functional, Regression, Exploratory, Ad-Hoc, Smoke, Sanity, Manual, End-to-End, Cross-platform testing, Black Box Testing
WORK EXPERIENCE
SDET Here Technology Chicago, IL 02/2023 – Present
• Conducted backend testing of REST APIs, validating incoming requests and updates to existing maps
• Utilized MS SQL for data validation and querying, ensuring accurate data reporting and collection
• Performed map REST API testing to identify the most accurate routes based on provided coordinates
• Regularly tested API availability, responsiveness, and performance on concurrent requests
• Conducted UI/UX testing for internal applications, ensuring responsiveness and performance
• Utilized Selenium for automation testing and Postman for manual testing of REST API calls
• Initiated the creation of a comprehensive test plan, streamlining onboarding processes and enhancing collaboration among team members
• Spearheaded the design, development, and implementation of comprehensive quality control systems and automation strategies, resulting in a 30% reduction in manual testing time
• Spearheaded the development and implementation of a detailed test plan, resulting in improved team efficiency and seamless onboarding for new members QA Automation Tester Verifone Chicago, IL 08/2021 - 01/2023
• Developed and maintained automation frameworks for both backend and frontend testing of a project built from scratch
• Tested AWS S3 bucket authentication and file/package upload/download efficiency and resiliency
• Conducted UI/UX testing to ensure cross-platform compatibility and performance
• Established the first automation framework, setting standards and practices for QA members
• Created documentation and onboarding instructions for the automation framework, simplifying and expediting the onboarding process
• Led automation initiatives, driving a 25% increase in test coverage and a 30% reduction in manual testing time
• Pioneered the creation of an automation framework, setting the benchmark for QA practices and expediting project delivery
Manual QA Tester Abbott Chicago, IL 01/2019 – 07/2021
• Conducted extensive UI/UX testing on a web-based application, focusing on refactoring and implementing new technologies and frameworks
• Tested AWS Cognito authentication and data migration, ensuring seamless user data transition
• Led the creation of a wiki page containing FAQs and step-by-step resolutions, significantly reducing support ticket volumes and streamlining issue resolution
• Documented and communicated test results, reducing post-release support tickets by 90%
• Initiated the development of a comprehensive wiki page, significantly reducing support ticket volumes and enhancing team productivity
ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Demonstrated leadership in driving process improvements and implementing best practices across multiple projects
• Recognized for consistently delivering high-quality results and exceeding project expectations
• Leveraged strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve complex issues efficiently