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Contacts

sw.pavlov@gmail.com

+359 885 236 326

Languages

EN

FR

RU

Skills

  • Programming & Automation:
    Test Automation Concepts
    REST / CRUD
    Git, Jira / Trello, Postman
    OOP, Design Patterns
    JavaScript, TypeScript
    Angular, React

  • QA & Methodologies:
    Software Testing Principles
    QA Methodologies
    Test Case Design / Execution
    Bug Reporting
    SDLC Stages
    Manual Testing

  • Core Strengths:
    Analytical & Critical Thinking
    Proactivity & Problem Solving
    Teamwork & Collaboration
    Good Communication
    Tasks Prioritization
    Attention to Detail

Pavel Pavlov

Professional Summary

Automation-focused professional with direct QA experience and a technical foundation in OOP from a Junior Developer background. Highly motivated to master advanced test automation frameworks and strengthen skills in SDLC stages. Possesses the analytical mindset, attention to detail, and proactivity required to excel in a high-performing quality assurance role.

Experience

  • Freelance QA (Feb 2025 - now)

    Contributed to the testing of a live e-commerce platform and its CMS panel within a staging environment. Worked in a small QA team to design and execute test cases and log bug reports using Jira. Testing efforts spanned UI validation and core functionality. Applied QA methodologies and maintained a strong focus on quality assurance under tight timelines, collaborating closely with developers and product owners.

  • Junior Software Developer @ Codexio / Gameloft (2022 - 2024)

    After successfully completing a 4-month internship program, I got hired as a junior developer. Gained practical experience with HTML, CSS and TypeScript, solidifying OOP knowledge and clean code principles (SOLID). Contributed to the development process using Trello and Git and participated in regular peer reviews.

  • Manager and Co-Founder @ Bar Amok (2018 - 2022)

    Main duties: Oversaw the venue's event calendar and coordinated with international artists. Built and led a small, motivated team aligned with the organization's core mission, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment. Negotiated pricing and secured deals with brands and vendors.

  • Customer Support & Sales @ Sixty K (2017 - 2018)

    Main duties: Managed full tech support for the Sky Broadband service, achieving a high resolution rate and exceptional customer satisfaction. Created and maintained a comprehensive Knowledge Base to streamline support processes. Played a key role in onboarding new team members and contributing to overall business growth.

  • Legal Related Jobs (2011 - 2017)

Education

Automation Testing with C# @ JQA Academy

(June 2025 - now)

Manual Testing @ JQA Academy

(Feb 2025 - June 2025)

React.js @ Udemy

(April 2024 - June 2024)

JavaScript Path @ SoftUni

(2020 - 2022)

Law @ Sofia University

(2008 - 2015)