Alexei Narizhny
About Alexei Narizhny
Alexei Narizhny is a QA Engineer currently working at Entain in Riga, Latvia. He has a background in project management and has developed REST API test automation using JavaScript and Postman.
Work at Entain
Currently, Alexei Narizhny serves as a QA Engineer at Entain, a position he has held since 2021. He works in Riga, Latvia, where he is involved in various aspects of quality assurance. His responsibilities include engaging in backend, frontend, service, UI, UX, SEO, regression, and performance testing. He also participates in deployment management within a CI/CD environment, ensuring that software releases meet quality standards.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Before joining Entain, Alexei worked as a QA Engineer at Enlabs from 2019 to 2021. During his two years at Enlabs, he developed REST API test automation using JavaScript and Postman. His previous role involved utilizing a PHP/Codeception/Selenium stack for frontend testing, which contributed to his expertise in various testing methodologies.
Project Management Background
Alexei has a background in project management, having worked as a Junior Project Manager at both Elkor and ET Web Solutions. His tenure at Elkor lasted 11 months from 2018 to 2019, while his time at ET Web Solutions spanned two years from 2016 to 2018. These roles provided him with experience in task management and problem-solving within a team setting.
Education and Expertise
Alexei studied at Rīgas 1. medicīnas koledža, where he achieved a degree in Pharmacy from 2014 to 2016. He also attended Rīgas Tehniskā universitāte (Riga Technical University). His educational background, combined with his practical experience, has equipped him with a solid foundation in both technical and project management skills.
Technical Skills and Mentorship
In his current role, Alexei mentors team members in technical and end-user documentation. He has learned a programming language for automation during out-of-work hours, showcasing his commitment to continuous learning. His diverse skill set includes experience in various testing types and methodologies, which he applies to improve team performance and project outcomes.