LINTA SIMON PALLICKATHADATHIL
Leyton,United Kingdom
Summary
Software Testing trainee with hands‑on experience in manual testing, test case writing, and defect logging. Familiar with SQL, Java fundamentals, Selenium basics, and Postman for API validation. Detail‑oriented, quick to learn, and eager to contribute to QA teams by ensuring product reliability and user satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Software testing trainee
Luminar Technolab
Ernakulam, Kerala
2026.04 - Current
- Practise STLC testing by planning scenarios and writing detailed test cases.
- Document defects in Excel to improve visibility and tracking progress.
- Develop and test sample projects with login modules, commerce flows, API integrations.
- Review software requirements and create test scenarios aligned to them.
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Lost Property – Curio collection by Hilton
London
2024.07 - Current
- Assist in planning and executing special events and functions.
- Solicited feedback from guests concerning service of food and beverage offerings and to identify weak areas and make improvements.
- Provided regular performance feedback to staff for their professional development.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving complaints.
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Hilton
London
2023.09 - 2024.07
- Managed food and beverage inventory by conducting stock counts weekly and ordering low stocks supplies when required.
- Resolving customer complaints, as well as internal conflict amongst staff and dealing with larger operational challenges within the hospitality fields.
- Tracked employee productivity, performance and task completion to meet quality standards.
Food and Beverage Assistant
DoubleTree by Hilton
London
2022.09 - 2023.09
- Harnessed prioritization, organization and multi-tasking skills and tools in handling multiple tasks, amplifying productivity.
- Prioritised tasks during peak hours to ensure smooth operations.
Accountant
GMW International Productions Pvt Ltd
, India
2021.01 - 2022.08
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely settlement of invoices and maximizing cash flow.
- Maintained book of accounts in QuickBooks and ZohoBooks.
- Analyzed financial data to produce monthly reports, providing insights into company performance for stakeholders.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive social media strategies across Facebook, Pinterest, and LinkedIn, resulting in a 30% increase in new leads and follower engagement.
Education
MSc - International Business Management
University of East London
London 08/2022 - 03/2024
MBA - Finance and Marketing
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kochi, Kerala 08/2018 - 09/2020
BSc - Computer Applications
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kochi, Kerala 06/2015 - 05/2018
Skills
Technical Skills
- SQL knowledge
- Basic java programming
- Test case writing
- Manual testing
- Campaign planning and management - Social Media Marketing: LinkedIn, Facebook, Pinterest
- Advanced understanding of MS Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams
- QuickBooks and ZohoBooks
Soft Skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Team coordination
- Effective time management
Project
Manual Testing Practice Project – Uber Eats Food Delivery Application
Timeline: 4 Weeks
Tool Used: Excel (Test Cases, Defect Log, RTM, Summary Report)
- Designed and executed 100+ test cases in Excel covering functional, UI, usability, and negative scenarios.
- Performed end‑to‑end testing of the complete order flow: Location, Search, Restaurant , Add to Cart, Checkout , Order Tracking.
- Logged 15+ defects in an Excel‑based defect log with severity, priority, reproduction steps, and expected vs actual results.
- Found functional defects including incorrect search suggestions.
- Detected usability gaps like unclear error messages and missing input validation.
- Strengthened understanding of STLC, test design techniques, boundary testing, and structured defect reporting.
Timeline
Software testing trainee
Luminar Technolab
2026.04 - Current
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Lost Property – Curio collection by Hilton
2024.07 - Current
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Hilton
2023.09 - 2024.07
Food and Beverage Assistant
DoubleTree by Hilton
2022.09 - 2023.09
Accountant
GMW International Productions Pvt Ltd
2021.01 - 2022.08
MSc - International Business Management
University of East London
08/2022 - 03/2024
MBA - Finance and Marketing
Mahatma Gandhi University
08/2018 - 09/2020
BSc - Computer Applications
Mahatma Gandhi University
06/2015 - 05/2018