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Ibrahim Kazeem

Summary

Result driven and Experienced Software Tester with over 5 years of proven success in both manual and automation testing of web and mobile-based applications. I have hands-on experience of SDLC, STLC and defect management methodologies across the Finance, telecommunications, and E-commerce industries.
I am proficient in creating comprehensive test plans, test cases, test suite and regression packs to guarantee the functionality and performance of systems. My expertise extends to utilizing various tools and programming languages, including Azure DevOps, Jira, Selenium, C#, Java, and SQL to analyze and thoroughly test software applications.
I possess a strong aptitude for identifying system malfunctions and devising innovative solutions through the implementation of cutting-edge test case scenarios. Coordinate team within an Agile Methodology and work extensively with stakeholders, business Analyst, development team and data analyst to assess business requirements, identify process enhancements, and minimize post-release support for the purpose of building a quality product throughout the Software Development Lifecycle.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automation Tester

HSBC Bank
01.2022 - Current
  • . Develop and maintain automated test scripts using C# and Java for banking applications.
    . Implement and manage test automation frameworks for functional and regression testing.
    . Perform thorough manual testing of web and mobile banking applications.
    . Identify, document, and track software defects using Jira.
    . Create detailed test plans, test cases, and test data for various banking software.
    . Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and define test strategies.
    . Conduct performance and load testing to ensure system reliability and scalability.
    . Analyze test results and provide recommendations for performance improvements.
    . Execute security tests to identify vulnerabilities in banking applications.
    . Work with the security team to address and mitigate risks.
    . Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
    . Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software increments.
    . Manage defect life cycle and ensure timely resolution of issues.
    . Perform root cause analysis to prevent future defects.
    . Coordinate and conduct UAT with business users to validate software functionality.
    . Develop and execute SQL queries to validate data integrity and accuracy.
    . Perform database testing to ensure data consistency and correctness.
    . Use SQL to extract and analyze data for testing purposes.

QA Test Engineer

Tesco
11.2020 - 12.2022

. Design and implement automated test suites for retail applications using C# and Java.
. Maintain and enhance existing automation frameworks.
. Execute manual test cases to validate functionality of Tesco's web and mobile applications.
. Report and track defects in the defect management system.

.Develop comprehensive test plans and strategies based on project requirements.
. Ensure test plans align with business objectives and customer needs.
. Perform load and stress testing to evaluate application performance under various conditions.
. Analyze performance test results and provide insights for optimization.
. Conduct security testing to identify potential vulnerabilities in retail software.
. Collaborate with the security team to implement corrective measures.
. Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning and review sessions.
. Work with Scrum teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software.
. Track and manage defects from identification to resolution.
. Perform regression testing to verify defect fixes and ensure application stability.
. Facilitate UAT sessions with business stakeholders to validate software readiness.
. Develop and execute SQL queries to validate data integrity and accuracy.
. Perform database testing to ensure data consistency and correctness.
. Use SQL to extract and analyze data for testing purposes.

QA Analyst

Carl Kuhne KG
09.2018 - 11.2020
  • . Develop automated test scripts for quality assurance in food production software.
    . Maintain and update automation frameworks to adapt to new requirements.
    . Conduct manual tests to ensure functionality and usability of production systems.
    . Identify and report bugs using defect tracking tools.
    . Create detailed test plans and test cases based on functional specifications.
    . Ensure test coverage for all critical areas of the software.
    . Execute performance tests to assess the reliability and efficiency of applications.
    . Provide recommendations for performance enhancements.
    . Perform security testing to identify potential threats to production systems.
    . Collaborate with IT security to mitigate risks.
    . Engage in Agile practices, including sprint planning and retrospectives.
    . Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
    . Track and manage defects throughout the software development lifecycle.
    . Conduct root cause analysis to prevent recurrence of issues.
    . Coordinate UAT efforts with stakeholders to validate software against requirements.

QA Analyst

S. Oliver
02.2017 - 07.2018
  • . Develop automated test scripts for retail management systems.
    . Maintain automation frameworks and update them as needed.
    . Execute manual test cases to validate software functionality.
    . Identify and document software defects.
    . Develop test plans and test cases based on project requirements.
    . Ensure comprehensive test coverage for all software features.
    . Conduct performance tests to ensure the efficiency of retail applications.
    . Analyze results and provide recommendations for improvements.
    . Perform security testing to safeguard customer and company data.
    . Work with the security team to address vulnerabilities.
    . Participate in Agile development processes and ceremonies.
    . Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery of quality software.
    . Manage the defect lifecycle from detection to resolution.
    . Perform regression testing to confirm fixes and stability.
    . Facilitate UAT sessions with end-users to validate software.

Education

Master of Science - Project Management

University of Salford
Manchester, United Kingdom
09.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of Applied Science
Schweinfurt
09.2021

Skills

  • - Test planning and strategy
    - Test case development and execution
    - Automated testing tools and frameworks
    - Manual testing techniques
    - Defect tracking and management
    - Cross-functional collaboration
    - Test documentation and reporting
    - Agile methodologies
    - Performance and load testing
    - Security testing
    - Mobile application testing
    - API testing
    - Continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD)
    - Debugging and troubleshooting
    - Test-driven development (TDD)
    - User acceptance testing (UAT)
    - Software development lifecycle (SDLC) knowledge
    - Version control systems (eg, Git)
    - Programming languages (eg, Python, Java, JavaScript)
    - SQL
    - Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
    - Attention to detail
    - Time management and prioritization
    - Communication and interpersonal skills

Certification

ISTQB

Technical Skills

· Test Management Tools: Azure DevOps, Jira, Selenium WebDriver, SpecFlow, Visual studio, Intelli J, Postman, Miro, Git, GitHub, Cypress

· Test Methodology: Agile-Scrum and Kanban.

· Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, Mac OS

· Programming languages: C#, Java familiarity.

· Automation: Selenium WebDriver, BDD, SpecFlow , Maven, TestNG, Cucumber, CI/CD.

· Framework: .NET, .NET Core, NUnit, Node.js Test Automation, Mocha.js, Test-Library.

Timeline

Automation Tester

HSBC Bank
01.2022 - Current

QA Test Engineer

Tesco
11.2020 - 12.2022

QA Analyst

Carl Kuhne KG
09.2018 - 11.2020

QA Analyst

S. Oliver
02.2017 - 07.2018

Master of Science - Project Management

University of Salford

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of Applied Science
Ibrahim Kazeem