An ISEB / ISTQB certified Senior Test Analyst / Team Leader with more than 11 years of commercial experience.
In QA/Software testing experience on Client Servers, Digital projects, Web-based, distributed web applications, Web services like SoapUI 5.4.0 and REST services, API and desktop thick client applications across implementing solutions.
Delivered solutions in various industry sectors like E-commerce, TFL (ULEZ), Rail, retail, travel smart-cards, Public (HMRC Digital), healthcare and defence sectors.
Experience in Automation Testing using Selenium Web Driver, Appium, Cucumber, JUnit, and TestNG framework using Java.
Strong experience in coordinating with clients on various projects, customer representatives to gather requirements, and stakeholder management.
Extensively involved in Agile Scrum Development, Sprint Planning, Sprint review, and sprint meetings. Hands-on experience with Mobile, I pad and Zebra Tablet applications on mobile platforms such as Android, iOS, windows, and blackberry.
Involved in writing test plans (System, UAT), strategy, and scheduling test execution. Involved in planning and executing UAT phases by working up to a maximum of 8 members of business users.
Experience in full SDLC lifecycle (unit, integration, system, regression, AWS, UAT, OAT, PVT, BAU, and SIT).
Involved in coordination with Release Team, Defect triage, liaising with a 3rd party, and other departments and assisting team members in installing Apps or configuring phones based on TOCS.
Excellent knowledge in Database testing (Oracle, SQLite Browser, SQL Server2000, SQL Server2008 R2 and Microsoft SQL Server 2012)
Proficient in analyzing Business / System Requirement documents / User Stories. Running Load tests using a J-meter and using stress testing tools such as Piano roll for Service availability and breaking point of the system.
Experience in defining and developing test cases, writing test scripts, raising defects, and tracking defects and modifications. Extensively involved in Test and Defect management tools like QC, Jira, Bugzilla, TFS and Microsoft Test Manager.
Payments Service using Ingenico for making Contactless, offline and Online payments.
Effective quality professional bringing proven success in driving continuous improvement initiatives in Quality Engineer roles.
Consistently acknowledged for implementing an actionable initiative to reduce error rates and optimize company processes.
A goal-oriented student applying for a Test Engineer position. Demonstrates understanding of test engineering principles and methodologies. Motivated to use analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve defects and produce reliable and functional systems and products.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Test Engineer
HMRC
Worthing, West Sussex
04.2023 - Current
Ensured Test coverage of testing projects was completed within agreed timescales and budgets.
Devised processes and procedures to enable testing of BDD testing new and existing functionality products to externally recognised standards.
Reduced test cycles by 20% by providing automation testing processes using Java.
Collaborated with multi-functional engineering teams of 10 to successfully deliver multiple projects engineering projects since 2023
Senior Test Engineer
NATS
Southampton, United kingdom
04.2022 - 04.2023
Defined and tracked test results, defect counts and performance discrepancies.
Translated product drawings into workable schematics, verifying proper adherence to standards.
Integrated collected data into business process enhancements to address ongoing business goals.
Completed regression tests of new software builds to assess performance and success of bug fixes.
Developed formal test plans for personal use and use by colleagues.
Trained junior testers in company standards, testing protocols and testing software.
Chair a regular OAT and Implementation meeting and ensure clear agendas are prepared and actions are tracked and managed.
QA Lead Tester
HMRC Digital
Worthing, United Kingdom
11.2021 - 04.2022
Got appraisals from Integration teams that am the best resource in overall 6 different teams.
Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing a QA perspective.
Completed in-depth usability testing on Mac, Browser stack and Cross Browser testing.
Gathered data on integration issues and vulnerabilities, reported findings and recommended improvements.
Tested functionality and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications.
Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
Performed Accessibility,Performance,Automation and Exploratory testing and Giving Demo's in Review meetings.
Planning and co-ordinating OAT tests, defining test approach, capturing evidence, regression testing and reporting on test progress
QA Engineer
Elsevier
London, ENG
05.2020 - 10.2021
Specialists in Health Sciences books & e books for students & professionals
Medical Books, E-books for Students and Professionals
Direct from Elsevier
Experts In Research and Over 700 Journals
Roles and Responsibilities:
Creating Automation framework for some of the new features and increasing the test coverage
Liaising with Release cycles and coordinate with multiple teams for successful deployments
Monitor certain feature files on regular basis and report any issues to relevant teams
Creating Jobs and running Regression and Smoke in Different environments for Test, SIT and UAT environments
Performing manual testing in different environments to check code quality and specific tasks
Prepare Test plans and Defect lists when preparing for different releases
Used both automated and manual testing techniques to deliver quality products.
Automation Tester
Selfridges Co, Wunderman Commerce
London, ENG
05.2019 - 04.2020
Worked on Worlds Best departmental store, developing complex E-commerce site SPA (Single Page Application) and upgrading to latest payment methods, delivery options, Global Address for 240 countries Selfridges plus like Amazon prime and Lot more features to derive a brand user experience
Roles and Responsibilities:
Creating Automation suite based on the stories in the sprint along with Exploratory testing that includes Cross browser and Cross Device testing
Triaging and raising any Regression issues on daily basis in stand up’s/Bugs based on complexity of Bugs
Ensuring the Regression packs can run independently when growing in rapid pace remove duplicates where necessary and keeping a check on execution time
Creating Jobs and running Regression and Smoke in Different environments for Test, SIT and UAT environments
Promoted continuous improvement by problem-solving and sharing suggestions to optimise team operations.
Lead Tester
HMRC – Capgemini
Southend-on-Sea, SOS
10.2018 - 04.2019
Working on several applications as part of Web solutions that includes VAT, ATWD, DDI, ECSL and RCSL applications, supporting bespoke applications from HM Customs & Excise
Roles and Responsibilities:
Worked on CR’S and testing in multiple environments which include System, Regression and Stress environments
Supporting service readiness and acceptance of the solution in to BAU
Coordinating with Integration partners in liaising with any issues or defects as part of the integration
Working on Automation to get as much Test coverage as possible.
QA Test Lead
KCOM, Capita, TFL
Ipswich, SFK
03.2018 - 09.2018
Identified cost reduction strategies resulting in significant annual cost savings.
Tested web applications across diverse range of desktop, tablet and mobile devices.
Extracted software testing requirements from business requirements and functional specifications.
Senior Test Analyst
FUJITSU
Bracknell, BRC
07.2016 - 02.2018
Documented current production methods to identify points of limitation to target for quantification through testing procedures.
Reviewed all test cases and test scripts for quality and identified additional areas to review.
Ensured process continuity by accurately recording testing results and logging actions in Jira.
Produced test scripts for mobile and WebApp applications using SmartBear tools.
QA Test Lead
DEFRA
Bristol, BST
08.2015 - 06.2016
Resolved operational process failures by accurately identifying root causes.
Extracted software testing requirements from business requirements and functional specifications.
Enabled validation of critical product line releases by performing user acceptance testing.
Test Lead
Landmarc
Salisbury, WIL
12.2014 - 07.2015
Performed measurements to monitor test progress and defect status.
Designed and wrote test automation scripts to fast track validation of phases.
Investigated list of defects to track resolutions and update defect management tools.
Liaised with QA analysts and software developers to improve solutions.
Senior Test Analyst
Universe PLC
Southampton, United Kingdom
01.2014 - 11.2014
Analysed blockers and developed nuanced solutions to resolve code and design issues.
Reviewed change requests and provided impact assessments to identify best ways to progress changes.
Automation Test Analyst
ACT Limited
Chippenham, WIL
08.2011 - 12.2013
Scheduled test plans to oversee progress of lifecycles.
Tracked root causes to analyse test results and minimise errors.
Created proofs-of-concept to demonstrate viable options.
Performed integration tests to evaluate compatibility with iOS, Android and web platforms.
Designed and wrote test automation scripts to fast track validation of phases.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics
Anna University
SKP Engineering College
ISEB Foundation qualified Agile Extension for ISEB Tester - Testing
ISTQB
Online
01-2010
Certificate of appreciation for Match and More card delivery in - Retail
Htec Limited
Southampton,United Kingdom
Skills
Testing tools : Selenium Web Driver, Appium, SOAP UI, Rest API, J meter, Test Director 8 and Load UI