Sara Atamyradov
Long Grove
Summary
Quality Assurance Analyst with over 10 years of experience in software testing, specializing in manual and automated testing across web services, ETL processes, and various applications. Expertise in developing testing protocols, analyzing requirements, and utilizing tools such as SOAPUI, JIRA, and Selenium to enhance software quality. Proven track record in collaborating with development teams to ensure high-performance standards and deliver reliable digital solutions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
IT QA Analyst (Contractor)
Dearborn Group
Chicago
04.2023 - 12.2025
- Developed and maintained comprehensive test plans and cases, enhancing testing coverage across diverse projects.
- Executed regression testing to validate software stability after updates, ensuring reliable user experience.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to efficiently identify and resolve defects.
- Documented test results and reported issues to development teams, facilitating timely defect resolution.
- Analyzed application functionality against customer requirements for compliance.
- Implemented QA methodologies to streamline testing processes and improve efficiency.
- Established quality metrics to measure product quality and testing progress.
- Utilized SQL queries to validate data integrity across various systems.
ETL Big Data Test Engineer
CME Group
Chicago
09.2019 - 04.2023
- Utilized ETL techniques for high-volume data extraction and processing in cloud environments.
- Created automated test scripts and conducted functional, performance, and regression testing.
- Executed data queries to identify coding issues, ensuring data accuracy for analysis.
- Analyzed complex datasets to interpret trends and patterns effectively.
- Gathered data from diverse sources to extract actionable insights.
- Presented data analysis findings to support management decision-making processes.
- Documented processes while maintaining organized data records.
- Adhered to best practices in data collection and analysis methodologies.
ETL Integration Test Engineer
Walgreens Boots Alliance
Deerfiled
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Extensively used ETL for testing and supporting data extraction, transformations, and load processing in Talend.
- Performed Manual and Automation Testing in an internal web-based application mainly BACK END testing.
- Prepare test scenarios, writing test cases and execution and perform User Acceptance Testing.
- Tracked and reported bugs using JIRA, facilitating timely resolution and improving overall software quality.
- Interacted with Product Owner and Development team to understand the User stories.
- Worked with technical designers and architects to understand the requirements for a test environment setup and flow.
- Actively involved in all stages of software development life cycle (SDLC), which includes requirement, analysis, design, development, testing and documentation, Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Participated in sprint planning sessions and evaluated task estimates.
- Experience in testing data extraction, load and transfer programs developed using tool Talend.
- Prepared Test Data by modifying the sample data in the source systems to cover all requirements and scenarios.
- Used predefined UNIX shell scripts for file transfer and file manipulation as part of Test Data preparation.
- Validated WSDL, request and response XML, and added assertions in SOAP UI, ensuring compliance with expected data formats.
- Verified the back-end reflection in the Database by establishing connection to the Database and by executing SQL queries both in manual and automation process.
- Validating maps on Talend Data Management Platform to verify data from Source to Target database, record and report results.
- Used Kafka pipeline for streaming data transformation, create Kafka message Queues and Topics using the chef scripts.
- Enhancement of the existing functionality to persist the messages to Cassandra DB.
- Involved in Web Services testing using SOAP UI with REST API to create and execute automated functional, regression, compliance and load tests.
- Executed automation Test Scripts through Maven using Cucumber/Gherkin testing language supported by JAVA for CDS Manager Minion Service.
- Analyzed logs in Kubernetes to troubleshoot and resolve code errors.
- Attended daily Scrum meeting and provided team with test results and performance improvements needed.
- Attended Agile meetings which include Sprint Planning, Daily Scrums or Stand-ups, Sprint Review and Retrospective, Technical Elaborations.
- Recorded and categorized defects due to requirement errors and harness problems.
- Fostered strong collaboration with team, management, and platform members to align project outcomes with stakeholder expectations.
SDET Engineer
Morningstar
Chicago
09.2015 - 05.2018
- Developed automated test scripts using Selenium and Java to ensure software functionality accuracy.
- Integrated continuous testing into CI/CD pipeline to accelerate delivery cycles.
- Executed manual and automated tests to verify software quality and performance.
- Collaborated with product teams to define clear testing requirements and specifications, ensuring alignment with software goals.
- Documented testing processes and developed comprehensive test plans, facilitating project clarity and execution.
- Participated in code reviews to enhance test coverage and overall software design.
- Identified, reported, and tracked software defects using bug tracking tools, contributing to improved software stability and user experience.
- Conducted exploratory tests on new features to ensure functionality alignment.
Purchasing Manager
Concept Schools
Des Plaines
06.2013 - 05.2018
- Oversaw purchasing and procurement processes, ensuring timely material availability to support production schedules.
- Coordinated purchasing strategies across departments to align with operational needs.
- Collaborate with new and existing suppliers to negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms.
- Supervision of both Inventory/Purchasing Department and Pre-Pack Department including daily/weekly/monthly workflows
- Oversee cycle counts and keeping accurate on hand inventory data into Frameworks
- Maintaining and improving inventory floor layout and organization
- Managed returns process for recalled/expired/damaged products, ensuring proper physical rotation.
- Coordinate and monitor production schedules to meet customer demands and company goals.
- Fulfilled management's project needs to support organizational goals and initiatives.
Moscow Regional Product Manager
Klemsan Electric Electronics Inc
11.2008 - 01.2010
- Own product P&L, adoption metrics, and customer outcomes
- Drive product development from concept through launch and optimization, ensuring on-time delivery of high-impact features
- Engaged executive stakeholders, employer clients, and internal teams to align product strategy with market opportunities and customer needs, driving strategic initiatives
- Developed business cases for digital workers automating routine supply chain tasks, enhancing operational efficiency
- Shape the long-term vision aligned with our shift from "software-as-a-service" to "service-as-software."
- Partner with engineering, design, and clinical teams using agile methodologies to deliver member-centric solutions
- Lead daily standups and sprint planning with cross-functional teams to maintain momentum and resolve blockers
- Triage and prioritize incoming requests, balancing planned roadmap work with urgent business needs
- Manage relationships with external technology vendors and integration partners
Education
Bachelor of Science -
International Turkmen Turkish University
01-2006
SalesForce – Administrator -
Oracle Certified Java Associate - Java SE 8 Programmer
Scrum Fundamentals Certified -
Skills
- Test automation and regression testing
- Test case development and testing plans
- Performance testing
- Root-cause analysis and QA reporting
- Agile methodologies and software quality assurance
- SQL querying and ETL processes
- Data analysis and report analysis
- Technical support and bug tracking
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail and time management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Russian
Full Professional
Turkish
Full Professional
Turkmen
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Google Cloud Platform Essential Training for Administrators
Timeline
IT QA Analyst (Contractor)
Dearborn Group
04.2023 - 12.2025
ETL Big Data Test Engineer
CME Group
09.2019 - 04.2023
ETL Integration Test Engineer
Walgreens Boots Alliance
06.2018 - 09.2019
SDET Engineer
Morningstar
09.2015 - 05.2018
Purchasing Manager
Concept Schools
06.2013 - 05.2018
Moscow Regional Product Manager
Klemsan Electric Electronics Inc
11.2008 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science -
International Turkmen Turkish University