Mehmet Ertugrul
LONDON,United Kingdom
Summary
Results-driven Test Automation Engineer with strong expertise in software quality assurance and automated testing processes. Proficient in AWS, JavaScript, Python, Java, Selenium, Playwright, REST API testing, Insomnia, and JIRA. Experienced in designing and implementing scalable automation frameworks to improve software quality, reduce defects, and accelerate delivery cycles. Skilled in problem-solving, debugging, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performance and reliable applications. Passionate about leveraging modern testing tools and technologies to optimize efficiency and enhance overall software performance
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Test Automation Engineer
Barclays
2023.04 - 2026.05
- Designed and implemented scalable UI automation frameworks using Playwright with JavaScript and Playwright-BDD.
- Developed API test suites using Python (pytest) and pytest-bdd, aligned with business-driven test scenarios.
- Utilised GitLab Duo end-to-end for test creation, code refactoring, debugging support, pipeline optimisation, and documentation generation.
- Performed manual and automated API testing using Postman, Insomnia, and Python (requests).
- Automated IVR flows using Cyara integrated with AWS Connect.
- Gained strong hands-on experience with AWS services, including Connect, CloudWatch, DynamoDB, and DataSync, enabling robust cloud-based testing.
- Contributed to major enterprise projects, including AWS Voice ID and Multi-Regional Resilience (MRR).
- Actively participated in Agile ceremonies and collaborated with cross-functional teams to support timely delivery of high-quality features.
- Improved software quality by implementing advanced test automation strategies.
- Utilised Selenium tools for effective application testing, enhancing user experience significantly.
Test Analyst
LVNT LTD
London
2021.09 - 2023.03
- Conducted manual testing to verify software compliance with functional and business criteria.
- Executed test cases, identified defects using JIRA and XRay with detailed documentation.
- Utilized black-box testing methods and updated test scenarios across the entire Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).
- Collaborated with developers, business analysts, management, and end-users to ensure top-quality project outcomes.
- Reviewed requirements documentation, validated against actual software behaviour.
- Conducted exploratory testing, detected hidden bugs.
- Performed boundary value analysis; curtailed edge case errors.
- Assessed user requirements, ensured alignment with final product features.
- Implemented Agile development methodologies.
Technical Teacher
Turkish Embassy
London
2015.09 - 2021.09
- Designed and delivered digital literacy lessons on Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Administered online examinations using Google Forms to ensure accuracy and a smooth user experience.
- Taught students safe and effective internet usage for improved digital competency.
- Guided students through practical projects to develop real-world computer skills.
- Adapted teaching methods to individual learning styles, resulting in enhanced comprehension of subject matter.
- Conducted regular assessments to measure trainee progress.
- Developed comprehensive technical training programmes for improved employee performance.
Turkish Language Teacher
Ministry of National Education
2007.09 - 2015.09
Education
Bootcamp - SDET
Cydeo
USA12.2021
Skills
- Playwright
- Selenium
- Javascript/Typescript
- AWS
- Python request
- Cyara
- API testing expertise
- Debugging code capability
- JUnit expertise
- Jenkins familiarity
- BDD techniques
- Java or python coding
- Continuous integration knowledge
- Git version control experience
- Manual testing
- Agile methodology
Certification
- ISTQB Certified Tester
- ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level (CTFL)
- ISTQB Certified Tester – Advanced Level – Test Automation Engineer (CTAL-TAE)
- GitLab Duo
- Using GitLab Duo across the full automation lifecycle
Languages
English
Turkish
Timeline
Test Automation Engineer
Barclays
2023.04 - 2026.05
Test Analyst
LVNT LTD
2021.09 - 2023.03
Technical Teacher
Turkish Embassy
2015.09 - 2021.09
Turkish Language Teacher
Ministry of National Education
2007.09 - 2015.09
Bootcamp - SDET
Cydeo