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Hi, I’m Nefise Kaya, a Senior QA Automation Engineer with 8+ years of experience building and leading test automation for web-based applications. I specialize in scalable end-to-end automation frameworks using Cypress, Selenium, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, and CI/CD integrations, always collaborating closely with developers and product teams to improve test coverage and deliver robust software. I’m a proactive collaborator who designs thorough test plans, writes maintainable test code, mentors teammates, and leads demos for stakeholders. I enjoy learning new tools and techniques, documenting processes, and applying QA expertise to ensure high-quality, reliable products in fast-paced Agile environments.…Hi, I’m Nefise Kaya, a Senior QA Automation Engineer with 8+ years of experience building and leading test automation for web-based applications. I specialize in scalable end-to-end automation frameworks using Cypress, Selenium, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, and CI/CD integrations, always collaborating closely with developers and product teams to improve test coverage and deliver robust software. I’m a proactive collaborator who designs thorough test plans, writes maintainable test code, mentors teammates, and leads demos for stakeholders. I enjoy learning new tools and techniques, documenting processes, and applying QA expertise to ensure high-quality, reliable products in fast-paced Agile environments.

Nefise Kaya

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Hi, I’m Nefise Kaya, a Senior QA Automation Engineer with 8+ years of experience building and leading test automation for web-based applications. I specialize in scalable end-to-end automation frameworks using Cypress, Selenium, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, and CI/CD integrations, always collaborating closely with developers and product teams to improve test coverage and deliver robust software. I’m a proactive collaborator who designs thorough test plans, writes maintainable test code, mentors teammates, and leads demos for stakeholders. I enjoy learning new tools and techniques, documenting processes, and applying QA expertise to ensure high-quality, reliable products in fast-paced Agile environments.…Hi, I’m Nefise Kaya, a Senior QA Automation Engineer with 8+ years of experience building and leading test automation for web-based applications. I specialize in scalable end-to-end automation frameworks using Cypress, Selenium, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, and CI/CD integrations, always collaborating closely with developers and product teams to improve test coverage and deliver robust software. I’m a proactive collaborator who designs thorough test plans, writes maintainable test code, mentors teammates, and leads demos for stakeholders. I enjoy learning new tools and techniques, documenting processes, and applying QA expertise to ensure high-quality, reliable products in fast-paced Agile environments.

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Hi, I’m Nefise Kaya, a Senior QA Automation Engineer with 8+ years of experience building and leading test automation for web-based applications. I specialize in scalable end-to-end automation frameworks using Cypress, Selenium, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, and CI/CD integrations, always collaborating closely with developers and product teams to improve test coverage and deliver robust software.

I’m a proactive collaborator who designs thorough test plans, writes maintainable test code, mentors teammates, and leads demos for stakeholders. I enjoy learning new tools and techniques, documenting processes, and applying QA expertise to ensure high-quality, reliable products in fast-paced Agile environments.

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Turkish

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Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Quality Assurance Automation Engineer at RSIL Logistics, Inc

October 1, 2024 - Present

Developed and maintained a scalable Cypress automation framework using JavaScript/TypeScript for functional, regression, and end-to-end testing. Automated MFA flows and delivered actionable feedback to improve release quality.

Senior QA Automation Engineer at Spatial Front, Inc (SFI)

December 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024

Developed and maintained a scalable Cypress automation framework for the Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) federal application. Implemented MFA-related test flows and end-to-end automation coverage in a regulated environment.

Software Engineer in Test at Heidrick & Struggles

August 20, 2020 - November 20, 2023

Participated in Scrum ceremonies, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Designed and executed automated UI tests using Selenium WebDriver with Java and Rest Assured; validated data integrity and backend functionality; contributed to CI/CD pipelines.

Project Intern in Software Testing Bootcamp at Software Testing Bootcamp

November 20, 2017 - November 20, 2019

Developed manual and automated test scripts based on baseline requirements; performed smoke and regression testing; documented requirements and test cases.

Math Teacher at Science Academy of Chicago

August 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016

Developed math curricula and taught diverse student groups; improved problem-solving and analytical skills through targeted instruction and clear communication.