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Meet Cozmina Lupu, a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer in our Iasi office. She blends her technical expertise with a collaborative mindset to build products that make a tangible difference. Cozmina’s journey is an example of what we do behind the code, Engineering Impact that creates experiences which empower and engage.

Could you please tell us a bit about yourself?

My IT journey was a happy accident. I initially studied to be a dental technician, but I quickly realized it wasn’t the right path for me. I started to think about what I truly enjoyed, and I remembered spending hours drawing on my computer and watching my cousin write code. This led me to explore both UI/UX and manual testing. Ultimately, the logical challenge of manual testing resonated with me, especially after taking a course that really helped me develop my critical thinking skills. It was the perfect entry point into a career that allows me to constantly explore and grow.

What do you do at GlobalLogic? Please describe your career journey in GlobalLogic & your current role.

I’ve been working in the industry for six years, first at Fortech and now at GlobalLogic, after the merger completion. I started as a manual tester and have since transitioned into automation testing with Java. This career path suits me perfectly because I have a curious mind and I get bored easily, so I love learning new things. Being part of such a cool project has definitely made my journey here even more exciting and fulfilling.

Tell us more about the project you’re currently working on.

I’ve had the chance to work on several projects for the same client, all centered around eBikes. It’s pretty amazing because I didn’t even know how to ride a bike before this job, and now I’m part of a team that’s Engineering Mobility Impact. Initially, I focused on mobile testing, which was wonderful because I got to go on bike rides while testing the app. I then began to learn programming for automation testing, starting with Java, thanks to some great backend colleagues. Now I work on both the backend and frontend/web projects for the client, and it’s been incredible. I’ve been able to expand my knowledge of Java for testing, and other technologies.

What’s the project’s tech stack like?

On the front-end, I use Java and Selenium for automation. I also rely on dev tools in browsers for manual testing, and I’ve learned how to use tools like Browserstack and Burp Suite. For the backend, the stack includes Java and REST, along with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and Postman for manual testing. Across both projects, I’ve become proficient with GitHub, Git Jobs, and frameworks like Cucumber and Gherkin.

What’s your favorite thing about this project? And what’s the most challenging one?

My favorite thing is that it’s not a typical office job. It’s truly inspiring to contribute to a real physical product that people use every day. It’s an incredibly fulfilling feeling to see a new product released, knowing our work played a key role in its success. The most challenging, and equally rewarding, part is staying up to date with new technologies and deciding which ones are most relevant to my work.

How about the team? What’s the vibe in there?

The team is definitely one of the best perks of this project. I’m so grateful for the people I’ve met here and the friendships I’ve made over the past few years. My colleagues are always willing to help when I’m stuck, and I really appreciate the fun and humorous atmosphere we have.

Cozmina during the Ambassadors Team activity

Cozmina and her colleagues at the company event

Tell us a little bit about your hobbies, how do you spend your free time?

In my free time, I enjoy reading, visiting museums and theaters, and going on long walks or hikes to admire architecture. I also love to doodle and am always trying to learn new drawing techniques. This passion for art even led me to start some painting nights at the office with the Romanian Ambassadors community from Iasi.

What’s next in your career journey?

Career-wise, I want to continue to develop my coding skills for automation because there is a lot of room for growth. I’m also very interested in exploring how I can use AI to improve the automation projects I’m working on.

What advice would you give to someone interested in joining GlobalLogic? Why should they join GlobalLogic?

For anyone considering joining GlobalLogic, I would advise them to prepare for a cool team and genuinely interesting projects. It’s a place where you can make a real Engineering Impact through the products you work on and the people you work with.