Safa Umakhankov
I am a highly accomplished and results-driven IT Project Manager (Senior) with a robust background in Agile methodologies and end-to-end SDLC delivery.
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I am a highly accomplished and results-driven IT Project Manager (Senior) with a robust background in Agile methodologies and end-to-end SDLC delivery. I lead cross-functional technical teams, coordinate complex development efforts, and deliver high-quality software solutions from concept to deployment. My track record includes optimizing CI/CD pipelines, proactive risk management, and clear stakeholder communication to align IT initiatives with business goals.
I leverage QA engineering expertise to elevate project quality, mitigate risks, and ensure a superior user experience. I am passionate about building scalable systems for government and financial sector clients and driving digital transformation through collaboration, metrics-driven decisions, and continuous improvement.
- Joined November 2025
Industry experience
- Government
- Professional Services
- Software & Internet
- Computers & Electronics
- Other
Work experience· 4 roles
Enhanced software quality by developing and implementing comprehensive testing strategies; created robust test cases and automated scripts; performed API testing (Postman and SoapUI); mentored junior QA engineers; streamlined QA processes; ensured high reliability and optimal user experience; collaborated with development and QA teams and tracked defects using Jira and Azure DevOps.
Led end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of critical IT projects; directed cross-functional development teams (12-15 members) using Agile/Scrum; managed roadmaps, sprint planning, and backlog grooming; integrated quality gates into the SDLC; established KPIs; managed project budgets up to 350000 AZN; championed CI/CD pipelines to improve deployment efficiency by 35% and accelerate release cycles; provided transparent progress reports to stakeholders.
Enhanced software quality by developing and implementing comprehensive testing strategies. Reduced defect rates by creating robust test cases and meticulously executing them. Collaborated with developers to identify and resolve software issues, leading to higher product reliability. Improved team efficiency through streamlined testing processes, enabling faster release cycles. Ensured optimal user experience by conducting thorough usability testing on multiple platforms. Used Jira and Azure DevOps for test management and defect tracking; mentored junior QA engineers and improved QA processes.
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