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Iryna Dziuba

Business Analyst & Software QA Engineer

About me

Every product has its story, and my role at Scalified is to bring clarity and precision to that narrative. For me, harmonizing business needs and software quality is like conducting a symphony where every note aligns perfectly.

Work experience

Business Analyst & Software QA Engineer
Scalified LLC
Kyiv, Ukraine | Bucharest, Romania
2020 - Present

  • System requirements analysis: collaborated with customers to gather, analyze, and document system requirements based on provided documentation.
  • Technical task documentation: maintained detailed and accessible documentation for technical tasks to support the development team.
  • Development support: provided hands-on assistance during implementation, troubleshooting, and resolving technical issues.
  • Quality assurance: ensured the system met all functional, non-functional, and quality standards.
  • Translation tasks: accomplished system and text translations as needed.
  • Technical support: delivered ongoing technical support to ensure system functionality and user satisfaction.

Chief Information Officer
AFS AGRO FLOW SYSTEM GmbH
Kyiv, Ukraine
2019 - 2020

  • Business requirements elicitation: gathered and analyzed business needs, converting them into technical documentation and actionable tasks for development and system administration.
  • Risk and value assessment: evaluated product value and potential risks to guide project priorities and strategies.
  • Scope visualization: designed project scope and progress metrics, including database schema, data transfer structures, and UI prototypes.
  • UI/UX collaboration: partnered with the design team to create intuitive interfaces and user experiences.
  • Quality assurance: conducted thorough tests to identify errors and enhance usability.
  • Technical coordination: managed the transfer and configuration of WordPress websites and mail services.
  • Team leadership: directed Development, QA, Design, and System Administration teams for successful project delivery.
  • International representation: represented the company at global events, including Web Summit and Agritechnica.

Business Analyst, Quality Assurance Manager | Product Manager
AFS AGRO FLOW SYSTEM GmbH
Kyiv, Ukraine
2017 - 2019

  • Business process identification: identified and mapped both current and future-state business processes to align with project goals.
  • Requirements elicitation: collected and clarified business requirements for the development and QA teams, ensuring alignment with customer needs.
  • Feature validation: validated the implemented features to confirm they met functional specifications.
  • Documentation: prepared and reviewed end-user documentation to ensure clarity and accuracy.
  • QA process monitoring: oversaw QA activities, test results, and defect analysis, implementing corrective actions to improve processes.
  • UX design negotiation: collaborated on UX design and system logic to ensure optimal user experience.
  • Backlog management: managed the data development backlog, prioritizing tasks based on project goals and team capacity.
  • Project tracking: monitored project progress, workload, and team performance, ensuring milestones were met.
  • Risk analysis: analyzed potential risks, providing mitigation strategies to avoid project delays or failures.
  • Solution presentations: presented completed solutions, demos, and prototypes to internal customers, highlighting functionality and value.

Software Test Engineer
Freelance
Remote
2015 - 2016

  • Test case creation: developed comprehensive test cases and checklists for application components based on project specifications and Jira issues.
  • Manual and automation testing: implemented both manual and automated testing for client/server application components, ensuring functionality and reliability.
  • Bug lifecycle management: reported, tracked, and managed the full lifecycle of discovered bugs, collaborating with developers to resolve issues efficiently.

Education

Specialist, Economical Law
Yaroslav Mudryi National Law University
2006 – 2012

Bachelor, Economical Law
Interregional Academy of Personnel Management (IAPM)
2003 - 2006

Certificates

Advanced knowledge in software testing techniques, test automation, quality management, and process optimization, ensuring high-quality standards throughout the development lifecycle.

Quality Assurance Automation in Java

IT Education Academy

Quality Assurance Advanced

IT Education Academy

Skills

A unique blend of business analysis, quality assurance, and project management expertise that ensures streamlined operations and successful product delivery.

Requirements Gathering & Analysis

Proficient in collaborating with customers to define and document system requirements, ensuring clear understanding for development.

Quality Assurance & Testing

Experienced in both manual and automation testing, ensuring that systems meet functional and non-functional requirements.

Technical Documentation

Skilled in documenting technical tasks and processes, providing clarity and structure for development teams.

Cross-functional Team Collaboration

Adept at working with multiple teams, including development, QA, and design, to ensure cohesive project progress.

Risk Management & Mitigation

Experienced in analyzing project risks, identifying potential issues, and implementing solutions to minimize impact.

Project Backlog & Task Management

Proficient in managing project backlogs, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring deadlines are met efficiently.

System Implementation & Support

Hands-on support during the implementation phase, resolving technical issues, and ensuring smooth system delivery.

UI/UX Coordination

Collaborating with design teams to create intuitive and user-friendly interfaces, enhancing the overall user experience.

Client Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

Effective at communicating project status, demos, and prototypes, ensuring stakeholder expectations are met and exceeded.

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