Alexey Gorchakov
@alexeygorchakov
Innovative software engineer with 8+ years of full-stack experience.
What I'm looking for
I am an innovative and AI-driven software engineer with over 8 years of experience in full-stack development and quality engineering. My expertise lies in leveraging advanced AI tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT to enhance development processes, improve testing efficiency, and ensure code accuracy. I have a proven track record of designing scalable systems, automating testing pipelines, and mentoring cross-functional teams to achieve high-quality results.
In my current role as a Senior Software Engineer at First American, I have successfully developed full-stack features using React, Node.js, and GraphQL, while integrating robust testing frameworks like Cypress and Playwright. My efforts in architecting scalable microservices and enhancing CI/CD pipelines have led to significant performance improvements, including a 30% reduction in latency. I am passionate about mentoring junior developers and leading AI-assisted code reviews to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Throughout my career, I have worked with various organizations, including NCR Corporation and InMotionNow, where I automated QA flows and scaled testing suites to ensure reliability and efficiency. My commitment to quality and innovation drives me to explore new technologies and methodologies, making me a valuable asset to any team.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sr. Software Engineer
First American
Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 10 months)
Developed full-stack features using React, Node.js, and GraphQL. Architected scalable microservices with Node.js and API Gateway solutions, leveraging GitHub Copilot to accelerate coding and reduce manual tasks. Mentored junior developers and led AI-assisted code reviews and testing improvements.
Software Engineer
NCR Corporation
Sep 2021 - Present (3 years 10 months)
Automated QA flows using Cypress and WebdriverIO, cutting manual QA by 40%. Built React/TypeScript UIs and enhanced observability via logging tools. Improved test scalability by implementing AI-driven test generation.
QE Engineer / Software Developer
InMotionNow/Lytho
Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 10 months)
Scaled Cypress E2E suite to over 500 tests with 99% reliability. Refactored and optimized legacy code for better performance. Utilized GPT to generate test scenarios and SQL debugging queries.
QA Tester
Epic Games Store
Dec 2018 - Present (6 years 7 months)
Executed manual and automated game testing using Selenium and Cypress. Reduced build acceptance time by 30% through automation. Wrote BDD test plans and collaborated closely with development teams on daily releases.
Student QA Tester
Practical SQA
Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 6 months)
Built keyword-driven Selenium frameworks as a top student at Portnov School. Performed SQL-based data validation and test case design. Gained practical experience in software quality assurance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Law
Unknown, Law
Studied law at the University of Law in Russia. Specific details about the field of study and curriculum are not provided.
Portnov Computer School
Certificate, Software Quality Assurance
Activities and societies: Top student at Portnov School; built keyword-driven Selenium frameworks; Performed SQL-based data validation and test case design.
Completed a program at Portnov Computer School in California, focusing on practical software quality assurance. Gained skills in building keyword-driven Selenium frameworks and performing SQL-based data validation.
High School #4
High School Diploma, General Studies
Attended High School #4 in Russia. No specific details about the curriculum or achievements are provided.
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