Zeliha Emiliyanova

Senior QA Professional and Lead SDET with a comprehensive analytical and technical background, specializing in architecting quality strategies across SaaS, CRM, and ERP platforms. Expertise in managing the entire QA lifecycle, including strategic manual testing, UAT coordination, and delivering high-impact digital services for central government clients. Recognized for designing scalable automated regression test suites using Java, C#, and TypeScript that significantly accelerate release cycles and improve software reliability. Proficient in defect lifecycle management within Azure DevOps, with extensive experience in RESTful API validation and complex database testing. Skilled Lead Engineer with a primary focus on ensuring top-tier software quality through the implementation of Selenium-Cucumber (BDD) frameworks and component-driven architectures. Specializes in developing exhaustive test plans, executing detailed test scenarios, and identifying critical defects to mitigate project risks. Adept at pioneering AI-driven data validation and modernizing test infrastructures using Docker to ensure consistent execution across CI/CD pipelines. Committed to collaborating closely with cross-functional development teams and stakeholders to enhance product performance, user experience, and GDS (Government Design System) compliance. Focused on delivering high-quality, accessible software solutions through rigorous performance monitoring and keen attention to detail. Skilled in advanced problem-solving, professional communication, and strategic leadership, ensuring process improvements and enhanced user satisfaction. IT professional dedicated to streamlining testing workflows and driving project success through the effective use of Selenium, Azure DevOps, and automated quality gates.

• ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level
• Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals

• Implemented automation-first testing processes, streamlining regression workflows and increasing overall execution efficiency by 75% through the deployment of automated acceptance tests.

• Upsold additional quality standards by integrating automated Accessibility (WAVE/pa11y) and Performance auditing into CI/CD pipelines, increasing GDS compliance and release stability by 40%.

• Documented and resolved complex production defects, performing rigorous root cause analysis using backend logs and SQL, which contributed to a 25% reduction in production defect leakage.

• Supervised a multidisciplinary QA team responsible for executing the "Futures" front-end modernization program, leading to a 30% increase in project delivery speed for mission-critical features.

• Collaborated with a cross-functional team of 15+ members in the development of high-impact digital workplace platforms, ensuring 100% traceability between automated scripts and business requirements.

• Work Authorization: Settled Status in the UK (Right to Work).
• Citizenship: EU Citizenship (Bulgarian).