I'm Alona Kunyk, a QA Engineer with 9+ years of experience in software testing, including functional, integration, and regression testing, test planning, and structured defect analysis. I have a strong background in manual and automated testing, with hands-on experience in Java-based automation (Selenium, RestAssured). I have worked in complex, regulated environments, including Swiss FINMA-regulated banking, and I am known for analytical thinking and meticulous attention to detail. I thrive in Agile, cross-functional teams and can work independently, taking ownership of quality throughout the development lifecycle. I am open to opportunities in Switzerland and abroad and available to start on 2026-05-01.

Alona Kunyk

I'm Alona Kunyk, a QA Engineer with 9+ years of experience in software testing, including functional, integration, and regression testing, test planning, and structured defect analysis. I have a strong background in manual and automated testing, with hands-on experience in Java-based automation (Selenium, RestAssured). I have worked in complex, regulated environments, including Swiss FINMA-regulated banking, and I am known for analytical thinking and meticulous attention to detail. I thrive in Agile, cross-functional teams and can work independently, taking ownership of quality throughout the development lifecycle. I am open to opportunities in Switzerland and abroad and available to start on 2026-05-01.

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I’m Alona Kunyk, a QA Engineer with 9+ years of experience in software testing, including functional, integration, and regression testing, test planning, and structured defect analysis. I have a strong background in manual and automated testing, with hands-on experience in Java-based automation (Selenium, RestAssured). I have worked in complex, regulated environments, including Swiss FINMA-regulated banking, and I am known for analytical thinking and meticulous attention to detail.

I thrive in Agile, cross-functional teams and can work independently, taking ownership of quality throughout the development lifecycle. I am open to opportunities in Switzerland and abroad and available to start on 2026-05-01.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Advanced
Polish
Fluent
Ukrainian
Fluent
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior QA Engineer/Associate Director at Amina Bank
November 1, 2023 - Present
Maintained test cases and data for mobile and web platforms to ensure full traceability between requirements and execution. Led API test automation efforts using RestAssured to validate banking applications and ensure data integrity. Collaborated with business stakeholders and vendors to align quality goals, bridging the gap between technical teams and business requirements. Participated in requirement reviews and supported test planning to define clear testing scope early in the lifecycle. Delivered defect analysis via Jira and Azure DevOps to support release decisions.
Software Test Engineer at Capgemini
September 1, 2022 - October 31, 2023
Supported UAT with business teams and maintained audit-ready QA documentation, establishing high standards for release quality. Collaborated with end users to validate product quality and maintain structured test documentation. Executed manual testing of desktop applications in the finance domain. Gained familiarity with Playwright for UI automation tasks to support the wider engineering team.
Test Engineer at Nokia Solutions and Networks
July 1, 2016 - September 1, 2022
Ran automated test cases and analyzed failures to support continuous improvement and defect resolution. Collaborated with development teams to troubleshoot test environment issues and drive effective defect fixes. Participated in specification reviews and test planning. Performed manual and embedded testing of web applications and telecom hardware.
Corporate Lawyer at Banking Institutions
September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2016
Legal analysis of banking service documentation (accounts, credit, mortgage). Ensured compliance with financial legislation and regulatory standards.

Education

Master’s Degree in Civil Law at National Aviation University of Ukraine
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2006
Master’s Degree in Civil Law at National Aviation University of Ukraine
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026

Qualifications

ISTQB Foundation Level
November 1, 2016 - December 7, 2025
ISTQB Foundation Level
November 1, 2016 - April 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Telecommunications, Professional Services, Software & Internet

Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

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