Slava Meyerzon

Leading quality assurance strategy and team for high-performance Kafka optimization platform processing millions of events daily. Managing end-to-end QA lifecycle from planning through GA release, ensuring product meets industry-leading benchmarks for performance and reliability.
Key Achievements:

Lead and mentor team of 2 QA engineers, driving technical excellence and professional development
Architected comprehensive test automation framework from scratch, achieving 85% automation coverage
Implemented performance testing strategy using JMeter and custom tools, identifying and resolving bottlenecks that improved system throughput by 40%
Established QA methodologies and best practices aligned with Agile/DevOps workflows
Designed and executed test plans covering functional, regression, performance, and scalability testing
Built CI/CD integrated test pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions, reducing release cycle time by 50%
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Product, DevOps) to ensure quality gates are met
Drive root cause analysis for production issues, implementing preventive measures
Manage test environment infrastructure including Kubernetes clusters and cloud resources

Technical Leadership:

Review and approve test strategies across multiple product components
Implement shift-left testing practices, catching 90% of issues before production
Mentor team on automation best practices using Python, Java, and modern testing frameworks
Track and report QA metrics, maintaining visibility of quality trends and team performance

Technologies: Python, Java, Go, Selenium, Sh, REST API Testing, Performance Testing (JMeter, k6), Kubernetes, Docker, AWS, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Kafka, Distributed Systems

Led QA team and drove quality initiatives for AI-powered visual assistance platform serving enterprise customers. Built and scaled QA processes from ground up while managing team of 6 QA engineers through complete product lifecycle.
Key Achievements:

Established QA automation department from scratch, including hiring, training, and mentoring team members
Designed and implemented comprehensive test automation framework using Selenium, Java, TestNG, Python, achieving 80% test automation coverage
Implemented performance testing strategy using JMeter and BlazeMeter for high-load scenarios
Created test plans and strategies for complex multi-component system including web, mobile, and backend services
Built robust CI/CD pipeline integration with Jenkins, enabling continuous testing and deployment
Collaborated with Product, Engineering, and Customer Success teams to align quality objectives with business goals
Drove adoption of Agile testing practices and shift-left methodology across organization

Technical Leadership:

Mentored team of 6 QA engineers on automation best practices and technical skills development
Conducted code reviews and established coding standards for test automation
Implemented comprehensive regression testing suite reducing manual testing effort by 55%
Led debugging and root cause analysis for complex cross-platform issues
Managed test environments and infrastructure for multiple parallel development streams
Established QA metrics and KPIs, providing regular reports to senior management

Quality Innovations:

Introduced AI-powered testing tools for visual regression and automated test generation
Developed custom testing framework components that became standard across the organization
Created knowledge base and documentation that improved team onboarding time by 50%

Technologies: Java, JavaScript, Python, Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, JUnit, REST API Testing, Performance Testing (JMeter, BlazeMeter), Jenkins, Git, Agile/Scrum, Mobile Testing (iOS/Android), Docker, AWS

Relocated to Minsk to establish and lead distributed QA team for Kaltura's core video platform. Built complete E2E testing infrastructure from scratch while managing cross-border team collaboration between Israel and Belarus offices.
Key Achievements:

Established new QA operation in Minsk, including setting up testing infrastructure and processes
Built comprehensive E2E test automation framework from ground up, covering entire platform functionality
Led team of 5 QA engineers in Minsk, implementing effective remote collaboration practices with Israel team
Achieved 75% automation coverage for core platform features within first 6 months
Implemented performance and load testing using JMeter for video streaming infrastructure
Designed test strategies for complex distributed system handling millions of video streams daily
Managed timezone differences and cultural aspects to maintain team productivity and cohesion

Technical Leadership:

Mentored local team on Kaltura's platform architecture and testing best practices
Established CI/CD integration with automated testing gates for deployment pipeline
Created comprehensive documentation enabling knowledge transfer across locations
Implemented test reporting dashboards providing real-time quality metrics

Technologies: Java, Python, Selenium, REST API Testing, JMeter, Video Streaming Protocols, Kubernetes, AWS, Jenkins, Distributed Systems

Led QA initiatives for enterprise customers in Professional Services division, managing complex implementations for strategic clients. Served as technical QA lead for flagship accounts including Beeline Telecom.
Key Achievements:

Managed end-to-end QA for Beeline account (major telecom provider), including on-site support
Technical leading - team of 3 QA Manual engineers for enterprise customer implementations
Conducted technical workshops at client sites abroad, training customer teams on platform testing
Designed custom test frameworks for enterprise-specific requirements and integrations
Implemented automated testing for complex multi-tenant video platform deployments

Client-Facing Leadership:

Served as primary QA contact for enterprise account (Beeline), managing stakeholder expectations
Traveled internationally for on-site customer support and implementation validation
Created customer-specific test plans addressing unique business requirements
Led troubleshooting efforts for production issues in customer environments

Technical Expertise:

Developed automated test suites for REST APIs, video transcoding, and streaming workflows
Performance testing for high-scale video platforms (millions of concurrent streams)
Integration testing with third-party systems (CRM, CMS, Authentication providers)
Built reusable test components used across multiple customer implementations

Technologies: Java, JavaScript, TestNG, JUnit, REST-Assured, Selenium, Performance Testing Tools, Video Streaming Technologies, Jenkins, API Testing, Enterprise Integration Patterns

In my role as a QA / Automation Engineer, I have been entrusted with performing comprehensive tests and providing support for a financial application on both iOS and Android platforms at the client site, specifically with Leumi Card. This involves writing test scenarios encompassing client and server components, including STD, STP, mobile, and database tests.

I prioritize thorough testing of user experience (UX) and performance across various devices, including extreme cases, to ensure optimal functionality and usability. To accomplish this, I utilize a range of tools and environments, such as Xcode, Android Studio, HP QC, MTM, and Jira, which serve as management and testing tools throughout the testing lifecycle.

A significant aspect of my work entails operating within the MF environment, further enhancing my technical proficiency and ability to seamlessly navigate complex systems. Collaborating directly with project managers, feature writers, and the marketing department, I actively contribute to cross-functional teams and ensure alignment between technical aspects and business objectives.

Through my extensive experience, I have developed a deep understanding of the application itself and the interconnected systems that support its functioning. This comprehensive knowledge allows me to make informed decisions, provide valuable insights, and drive testing efforts effectively.

Overall, as an Automation Engineer, I combine technical expertise, effective collaboration, and a keen understanding of the financial application and surrounding systems to deliver thorough testing and support, contributing to the success of Leumi Card's mobile application.

Technologies: Mobile Testing (iOS/Android), Appium, XCode, Android Studio, Performance Testing, Security Testing, API Testing, SQL, JIRA, HP ALM/QC, Agile/Scrum

As a dedicated back-end QA Engineer, I brought a meticulous approach to ensuring software reliability and performance. With a background in computer science and hands-on experience in agile environments, I excelled in developing comprehensive test strategies and identifying even the most elusive defects. My expertise spanned automated testing tools, SQL, and scripting, allowing me to optimize testing processes and enhance product quality effectively. I was passionate about leveraging my skills to contribute to innovative projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in backend systems. I was always eager to learn new technologies and methodologies to stay at the forefront of QA engineering.