Denis Ponkratov
@denisponkratov
I build scalable QA processes and automation for LegalTech and FinTech products.
BelarusWhat I'm looking for
At Definely, I lead six cross-functional QA teams supporting AI-powered legal-document products, including Word add-ins and Definely PDF. I standardize quality processes across eight engineering teams and build predictable release practices using TestRail and Linear.
I've built end-to-end API, UI, desktop, and performance automation with C#/NUnit, TypeScript/Playwright, Postman/Newman, and k6, achieving 100% coverage for seven critical APIs and reducing manual regression by 40%. Across LegalTech, FinTech, and industrial automation, I focus on shift-left quality, observability, and practical testing that reduces defects and speeds production validation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Led 6 cross-functional QA teams and standardized QA processes across 8 engineering groups. Designed and delivered a unified test automation framework, cutting manual regression by 40% and reducing post-prod validation from hours to minutes.
Developed adaptive QA strategies for a fast-paced startup, achieving 98% stable releases and a 45% reduction in high-impact defects. Established lightweight QA processes and spearheaded a Swedish localization rollout that secured two corporate clients.
Developed and maintained test cases and automated tests in Python for a banking platform, performing functional and integration testing of release builds. Identified and documented defects in Jira and analyzed test failures.
QA Engineer
TestDevLab
Aug 2020 - May 2021 (9 months)
Participated in Agile ceremonies and developed test plans and test cases for a Contact Center as a Service project. Performed functional and integration testing, using Jira for defect tracking and resolution.
Engineering company implementing complex robotic automation systems for automotive manufacturing.
• Ensured the quality of software and hardware automated systems (robotic assembly lines) by validating functionality, component interactions, and end-to-end system integration in both virtual environments and on-site production.
• Mentored engineers and oversaw task execution, ensuring adherence to
Automated Assembly Line Engineer
RoboLogic / Atlant-Tec
May 2015 - May 2020 (5 years)
Ensured quality of software and hardware automated systems for automotive manufacturing by validating functionality and system integration. Mentored engineers and oversaw task execution to ensure quality requirements.
Engineering company implementing complex robotic automation systems for automotive manufacturing.
• Ensured the quality of software and hardware automated systems (robotic assembly lines) by validating functionality, component interactions, and end-to-end system integration in both virtual environments and on-site production.
• Mentored engineers and oversaw task execution, ensuring adherence to
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Transport and Telecommunication Institute (TSI)
Bachelor's degree, Telecommunication Systems and Computer Networks
2011 - 2015
Transport and Telecommunication Institute
Bachelor's Degree, Telecommunication Systems and Computer Networks
2011 - 2015
Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunication Systems and Computer Networks from the Transport and Telecommunication Institute.
Luleå University of Technology
Telecommunication Systems and Computer Networks
2013 - 2014
ERASMUS student exchange
Riga Technical College
Specialized Secondary Education, Telecommunication Systems and Computer Networks
2007 - 2011
Specialized secondary education in Telecommunication Systems and Computer Networks from Riga Technical College.
Riga Technical College (RTK)
Specialized secondary education, Telecommunication Systems and Computer Networks
2007 - 2011
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
BelarusAuthorized to work in
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Skills
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