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How to Get a Job in QA: Step-by-Step Plan and Why Only You Can Guarantee It
How to Get a Job in QA: Step-by-Step Plan and Why Only You Can Guarantee It
Truth #1: No one can guarantee you a job in QA.
Truth #2: But you can.
Hey, it’s Sergii Khromchenko — founder of Codemify, where we take absolute beginners and turn them into real QA Engineers and SDETs.
Today, I’ll walk you through a step-by-step plan to land your first job in QA — even if you’ve never worked in tech before.
If you’re stuck in a job you don’t love, curious about the QA field, or finally ready to make the switch — this roadmap will show you what actually works, what doesn’t, and why you’re the only one who can guarantee your own success.
At Codemify, we get tons of messages like:
“Do you guarantee a job after the course?”
“Will I get a certificate that ensures employment?”
“How long does it take to get hired?”
This article gives you the honest answer — and the exact roadmap that helped hundreds of Codemify students land their first QA job, even without prior tech experience.
Truth #2: But you can.
Hey, it’s Sergii Khromchenko — founder of Codemify, where we take absolute beginners and turn them into real QA Engineers and SDETs.
Today, I’ll walk you through a step-by-step plan to land your first job in QA — even if you’ve never worked in tech before.
If you’re stuck in a job you don’t love, curious about the QA field, or finally ready to make the switch — this roadmap will show you what actually works, what doesn’t, and why you’re the only one who can guarantee your own success.
At Codemify, we get tons of messages like:
“Do you guarantee a job after the course?”
“Will I get a certificate that ensures employment?”
“How long does it take to get hired?”
This article gives you the honest answer — and the exact roadmap that helped hundreds of Codemify students land their first QA job, even without prior tech experience.
Why No School Can Guarantee You a Job
Even if a bootcamp has top mentors, a great curriculum, and hands-on projects —
no one else can show up to the interview for you.
No one will study 3 hours a day for you. No one can replace your drive.
The tech job market is competitive. The ones who win are the ones who commit — not the ones waiting for a guarantee.
A course is a tool. But you are the one holding it.
no one else can show up to the interview for you.
No one will study 3 hours a day for you. No one can replace your drive.
The tech job market is competitive. The ones who win are the ones who commit — not the ones waiting for a guarantee.
A course is a tool. But you are the one holding it.
What Actually Works: A Real Step-by-Step Plan
Here's what actually helps you land your first QA job:
Step 1: Choose Your Path — Manual QA or Automation?
Step 1: Choose Your Path — Manual QA or Automation?
- Manual QA – faster start, less technical
- Automation QA – higher salary, more coding
Step 2: Learn with Structure.
You need:
At Codemify, we combine theory + practice so you're job-ready — not just certificate-ready.
You need:
- A clear roadmap
- Practice assignments
- Mentor feedback
- Real-world project experience
At Codemify, we combine theory + practice so you're job-ready — not just certificate-ready.
Step 3: Treat It Like a Real Job (3+ Hours/Day)
- 1 hour/day? That’s passive learning.
- 3+ hours/day? That’s transformation.
Step 4: Build Your LinkedIn & Resume
In our program, you’ll go through 114+ mock interviews with mentors, peers, and hiring managers — including our founder Sergii Khromchenko, with 10+ years in Silicon Valley QA leadership.
- Add detailed project experience
- Optimize for keywords recruiters search
- Practice answering common tech questions
In our program, you’ll go through 114+ mock interviews with mentors, peers, and hiring managers — including our founder Sergii Khromchenko, with 10+ years in Silicon Valley QA leadership.
Step 5: Apply, Apply, Apply
Don’t wait for the “perfect job offer” — take action every day
- 10–20 applications/day
- Track progress in a spreadsheet
- Analyze interview feedback
Don’t wait for the “perfect job offer” — take action every day
"What if I do everything — and still don’t get a job?"
Then you go back, fix the weak points, and try again.
That’s not failure — it’s part of the process.
Many students retake parts of our course, schedule another 1-on-1 session, or refresh their portfolio — and then land their offer.
That’s not failure — it’s part of the process.
Many students retake parts of our course, schedule another 1-on-1 session, or refresh their portfolio — and then land their offer.
What Codemify Can Guarantee You:
- A structured curriculum
- Real startup experience
- Ongoing mentor support
- 136+ rounds of interview preparation
- Personalized feedback on resumes & job applications
But if you study smart, practice consistently, and ask for feedback —
the job will come. It’s not luck. It’s strategy + persistence.
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Let’s make tech simple — and profitable — for you.
See you in class,
— Sergii
Founder of Codemify
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