Work Experience and Education
Nurturebox Technologies Pvt Ltd
Feb'22 to Present
Yogirtech Pvt Ltd
May'17 to Jan'21
Prodapt Solutions Pvt Ltd
Feb'13 to May'16
Senior Quality Specialist
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Conducted comprehensive reviews of Business Requirements, Functional Specifications, and Detailed Design documents, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project objectives.
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Developed and executed test plans, test cases, and test scenarios for various functional areas, ensuring thorough coverage and adherence to quality standards.
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Performed integrated, system, sanity, and regression tests for development code, defect fixes, and product enhancements, identifying and reporting issues promptly for timely resolution.
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Automated regression test cases using Python/Selenium framework, improving efficiency and reducing manual effort by 50%.
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Collaborated actively in Agile ceremonies, including Daily Standup, Sprint Planning, and Sprint Retrospective, contributing valuable insights and fostering effective teamwork.
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Created functional specification documents, providing clear and concise documentation of project requirements and ensuring alignment between stakeholders.
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Maintained consistent formatting and style in all documentation, enhancing readability and professionalism.
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Diligently proofread all documents and test cases, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and error-free presentation.
Senior Software Test Engineer
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Conducted comprehensive Black Box, Regression, Sanity, and System Testing on software packages, measuring Key Performance Indicators to enhance application performance.
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Prepared detailed test plans and wrote precise test cases, providing valuable feedback to the QA team to improve the accuracy, clarity, and quality of documentation.
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Automated regression test cases using Python/Selenium and Cypress/JavaScript frameworks, significantly reducing testing time and improving efficiency.
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Identified, analyzed, and meticulously documented software defects, collaborating with the software development team to troubleshoot and resolve issues promptly.
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Actively participated in daily SCRUM meetings, representing the SDET team and effectively communicating progress and challenges.
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Generated daily, weekly, and monthly business stakeholder status reports, conducting presentations and walkthrough sessions to ensure transparency and alignment.
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Created valuable project-specific assets, including knowledge transfer (KT) documents,
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Test Plan, Requirement Traceability Matrix, Defect Summary Reports, Test Strategy, and Lessons Learning documents.
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Successfully managed multiple priorities and tasks in a dynamic work environment, demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills.
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Fostered collaboration within the team, facilitating "stand up" meetings, coordinating team duties/assignments, and planning test strategy to ensure comprehensive test coverage and high-quality standards.
Software Test Engineer
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Reviewed Business Requirements, Functional Specifications, and Detailed Design documents to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the software being tested.
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Updated test plans, created detailed test cases, and developed test scenarios for assigned functional areas, ensuring thorough coverage of all requirements.
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Performed integrated, system, sanity, and regression tests for development code, defect fixes, and product enhancements, ensuring the stability and reliability of the software.
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Identified and documented software defects, providing clear and concise descriptions and steps to reproduce the issues, facilitating efficient resolution by the development team.
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Collaborated with the Quality Assurance team to validate changes and applications, ensuring that all software releases met the highest quality standards.
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Maintained clear and consistent communication with team members, stakeholders, and developers, ensuring a smooth and efficient testing process.
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Ensured accuracy and completeness in all test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports, to facilitate easy understanding and knowledge transfer.
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Proactively sought opportunities for process improvement and implemented best practices to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the testing process.
Post Graduate
2023 - Present
Under Graduate
2008 - 2012
Post Graduate Diploma in Management,
Loyola Institute of Business Administration,
Chennai.
I obtained my Master's Degree in Quality Assurance from a top-ranked university. During my studies, I focused on developing a deep understanding of quality principles and best practices. I also gained practical experience through internships and research projects. Click here to learn more about my education.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
I obtained my Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a reputable university. During my studies, I gained a solid foundation in engineering principles and problem-solving skills. I also gained practical experience through internships and research projects. Click here to learn more about my education.
Skills & Expertise
Certifications
Tools/Technologies
Tools/Technologies
As a Senior Quality Specialist, I possess a wide range of skills and expertise, including:
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Functional & GUI Testing
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API Testing
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Test plan creation/execution
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Defect Management
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Technical demo/release planning
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Migration activities
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ICAgile Certified Professional
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Agile software development
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Certified Scrum Developer
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Python for Data, Ops and Things
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Front-End Web Developer
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Cloud DevOps Engineer
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Cloud Architect
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HP ALM/QC,JIRA, Smart Pro & Zephyr
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Confluence
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Jenkins
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Postman
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Jmeter
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Python - Selenium
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High Impact Presentation
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Improve performance and relationship at work
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Business Communication