Ramil Zinnatullin

About Ramil Zinnatullin

Hands-on experience in testing web and mobile software applications.* Proven leadership skills in guiding and mentoring QA engineers onshore as well as offshore, fostering a collaborative and result-driven work environment.* Working experience in Test Automation using Python and Java-based frameworks with Selenium WebDriver.* Proficient in Agile and Waterfall models of the software development life cycle.* Deep understanding of software testing needs and methodologies, with a keen awareness of testing best practices.* Skilled in analyzing technical and business documentation to identify contradictory, incomplete, and ambiguous requirements in the early stages of the SDLC.* Expertise in developing comprehensive test documentation, including test plans, test suites, test cases, and test matrices.* Proficient in all phases of testing and types of testing – Functional, non-functional; smoke, sanity, integration, usability, compatibility, user acceptance, end-to-end, regression and performance.* Skilled in writing easy-to-reproduce bug reports and monitoring their status until satisfactory resolution.* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to describe complex concepts in simple terms.* Well-organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple conflicting priorities.* Passionate about software testing / quality* Self-motivator, who can work independently, able to learn quickly, meets deadlines, and demonstrates excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.* Pragmatic and enjoy working as a part of a result-driven team.

Experience

1. Lead Software Qa Engineer

   UKG

   Jan 2022 — Present · Santa Ana, CA, US

   Lead and mentor QA team, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality testing practices.* Coordinate and lead daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.* Develop and implement test plans and strategies.* Create detailed test cases, suites, and matrices, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all functional and non-functional requirements.* Define and establish QA processes, ensuring adherence to industry best practices.* Create and maintain thorough test documentation.* Perform manual testing of web applications, tracking defects.* Oversee the creation, maintenance, and execution of automated test scripts using Java-based framework with Selenium WebDriver and Cucumber.* Identify, report and track defects using bug tracking tools.* Monitor bug resolution, verifying fixes and conducting regression testing as needed.* Contribute to sprint planning, backlog grooming and user story refinement to ensure QA considerations are integrated.* Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and ensure testability.* Participate in design and code reviews, providing QA insights.* Balance testing priorities with project timelines.* Communicate regularly with Engineering Manager and team members to maintain focus of testing efforts as well as discussing new features and functionalities.* Perform accessibility testing following the latest standards and guidelines.* Proficient in all testing phases and types: functional, non-functional, smoke, sanity, integration, usability, UAT, end-to-end, regression, and performance.

Education

• Kazan State Technological University – Russian Federation, Kazan

  Bachelor’s Degree

  1998 — 2003