TechBehemoths Interviews Igor Kovalenko, TestFort’s QA Lead
TechBehemoths, a global platform connecting businesses with trusted IT service providers, recently published an interview featuring Igor Kovalenko, QA Lead and Mentor at TestFort. Known for their wide-ranging insights into the IT industry, TechBehemoths spotlights leaders whose expertise helps shape the way software is built and delivered.
In this conversation, Igor shared his professional journey, perspectives on modern QA challenges, and thoughts on how quality assurance is evolving in today’s tech landscape, which is changing faster than we can fathom. Check out the highlights below, and be sure to check out Igor’s full interview with TechBehemoths!
On Building a Career in QA
Igor spoke about his transition into QA after working in banking and how his background in computer science helped him adapt quickly. He emphasized that testing is more than bug detection — it is about designing processes that allow products to scale without sacrificing reliability.
On TestFort’s Role Within QArea
As part of the QArea group, TestFort benefits from a larger ecosystem of expertise. Igor noted that this structure allows QA specialists to step in precisely when projects demand higher compliance, performance, and automation standards.
On the Unique Challenges of Fintech
When asked about his work in the fintech domain, Igor explained that balancing compliance, security, and speed is no easy task. With regulations like PSD2, open banking, and new EU directives, QA teams must ensure both regulatory adherence and smooth user experience.
On the Rise of AI in Quality Assurance
Igor highlighted that AI is no longer just a supporting tool but is becoming central to QA practices. From generating test data to detecting hidden edge cases, AI technologies are transforming workflows and helping QA professionals focus on higher-level strategy.
On Leadership and Mentorship
Managing distributed teams requires trust, autonomy, and clear communication. Igor underlined the importance of mentorship in building strong QA teams. He believes that juniors thrive with guidance and visible progress, while seniors perform best when given recognition and responsibility.
On What Defines Impact in QA
For Igor, impact means reducing production issues, accelerating release cycles, and lowering the cost of defects. He also pointed out that sometimes the best quality work is invisible — processes run smoothly, and stakeholders simply trust the outcome.
On the Future of QA
Looking ahead, Igor sees QA becoming more tightly integrated into the earliest stages of development, with AI playing an even larger role. He emphasized that competitiveness in QA will increasingly depend on balancing efficiency with true value delivery.
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