About
Highly accomplished Automation Testing professional with over 11 years of experience in TOSCA, Postman, Functional, API, Regression, Mobile, Device, and Performance testing. Proven ability to lead complex testing initiatives across diverse domains, including E-commerce, Health Care, Retail, Insurance, and Telecom, with a strong focus on CICD pipeline execution. Adept at driving 100% manual testing reduction and enhancing delivery cycles through strategic automation and robust defect management.
Work
Hexaware (Marriott)
|Tosca Automation Lead
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Summary
Led and optimized automation testing initiatives for production test equipment and new product releases, driving significant efficiency gains and faster delivery cycles.
Highlights
Led a senior team in developing production test equipment, programs, and debug processes, accelerating new product releases.
Designed and executed comprehensive automated test scripts using Tricentis Tosca for end-to-end testing of Oracle OCPMS modules, ensuring robust system functionality.
Validated system stability post-application updates and defect fixes through rigorous Regression Testing, maintaining high application performance.
Streamlined test script creation by developing reusable Tosca Templates and test cases, improving efficiency for recurring scenarios.
Enhanced test continuity and resilience by implementing advanced error handling and recovery scenarios within Tosca, minimizing disruptions.
Achieved a **100% reduction in manual testing efforts** by automating critical Oracle OCPMS workflows, significantly boosting operational efficiency.
Accelerated delivery cycles by successfully integrating Tosca automation into the CI/CD pipeline, enhancing release velocity.
Tata Consultancy Services
|IT Analyst
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Summary
Contributed to full lifecycle testing for diverse applications, including mobile and web platforms, by developing test strategies, managing defects, and leading Agile ceremonies.
Highlights
Developed comprehensive Project Estimation reports, Test Plans, Test Scenarios, and Test Cases, ensuring alignment with project requirements and use cases.
Facilitated key Agile ceremonies including Daily Stand-ups, Backlog Estimation (Story Pointing), Retrospectives, and QA/Client Meetings, driving project progress and stakeholder alignment.
Managed the defect lifecycle by raising issues in Jira and actively participating in Bug Triage Meetings to expedite resolution.
Utilized Tosca, Postman, and Monkey Runner for comprehensive API, Android, iOS, Web, and Performance testing, ensuring application quality.
Executed extensive Mobile Testing across diverse devices and platforms, verifying functional, compatibility, usability, and performance aspects.
Conducted rigorous Load Testing to ensure application readiness for peak traffic, preventing performance degradation under heavy loads.
Executed test cases, logged defects, and reported progress to management, collaborating with the Mobile Solution Engineering Team for defect resolution using JIRA, DA Console, and SharePoint; mentored junior testers.
Photo Info-tech
|Quality Analyst
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Summary
Enhanced project quality standards and efficiency by automating API testing, conducting comprehensive defect management, and mentoring QA teams.
Highlights
Automated API testing using Postman, enhancing efficiency and coverage of integration tests for web/Android/iOS applications.
Identified and logged defects in Jira; performed comprehensive BAT, environmental, web, mobile, performance, and web accessibility testing (Wave).
Coordinated activities to elevate project quality standards by implementing robust quality control parameters across operational areas.
Mentored QA team members on feature and risk evaluation, facilitating the development of unit test cases aligned with project requirements.
Interfaced with stakeholders to secure QA project sign-offs and presented detailed status reports, enabling informed senior management decision-making.
Mphasis
|Senior Test Delivery Engineer
Not specified, Not specified, India
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Summary
Directed and optimized test delivery processes for complex software projects, ensuring high-quality product releases and client satisfaction.
Highlights
Managed end-to-end test cycles, from planning to execution and reporting, for critical software applications.
Collaborated with development and product teams to define test strategies and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
Implemented process improvements that enhanced test efficiency and reduced delivery timelines.
Mentored junior testers and contributed to knowledge sharing within the testing team.
Received multiple appreciations for exceptional quality deliverables, recognizing contributions to project success.
UST Global (Client- Intel)
|Validation Engineer
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Summary
Validated Intel applications by preparing detailed test documentation, executing diverse tests, and collaborating with stakeholders to align with project deliverables.
Highlights
Authored and delivered Project Estimation Reports, Test Scenarios, and Test Cases, incorporating detailed requirement and use case analysis for Intel applications.
Executed backend web testing for admin panels and front-end applications on iOS and Android devices; managed defect resolution in Jira and conducted comprehensive Cross-Browser & User Experience testing.
Collaborated with stakeholders to gather and evaluate requirements, ensuring project deliverables aligned with established SLAs.
Modified changes in Backend web testing, checking at front end app in both iOS and Android devices, raising defects in Jira, and fixing defects based on sprints.
Amazon
|Device Associate
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Summary
Executed comprehensive testing across Amazon devices and applications, ensuring product quality, performance, and client satisfaction through meticulous bug triaging and root cause analysis.
Highlights
Performed diverse testing, including Build Verification, Performance, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Peripherals, FAT/SIT, User Acceptance, Alpha & Beta, and Mobile Apps testing for Amazon devices.
Configured and tested Personal, Enterprise, and Open Networks with tablet devices; assessed and triaged bugs in JIRA, contributing to a **Star of the Month award** for raising maximum blocker bugs.
Improved client satisfaction by resolving and regressing customer-reported crashes, ensuring device stability.
Conducted in-depth root cause analysis, including log investigations and ad-hoc testing, to identify and resolve critical issues.
Evaluated device performance, including book download speeds and Wi-Fi connectivity, against competitor benchmarks to optimize user experience.
Utilized TestRail, JIRA, EC2, SDK, Linux, HP ALM, and Agile methodologies to manage and execute testing processes efficiently.
Executed comprehensive testing of mobile applications across diverse devices and platforms, ensuring functional, compatibility, usability, and performance integrity.
Developed and implemented functional test cases for new devices and use cases, meticulously measuring execution metrics using m201.
Education
DMI Engineering College
BE (ECE)
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Awards
Multiple Appreciations and Awards for Quality Deliverable
Awarded By
Mphasis & Intel
Recognized for consistent excellence in delivering high-quality work, contributing significantly to project success and client satisfaction.
Star of the Month Award
Awarded By
Amazon
Awarded for raising the maximum number of Blocker bugs, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and critical problem-solving skills.
Languages
English
Tamil
Telugu
French (Intermediate)
Certificates
Certified Software Tester (CSTE)
Issued By
ISTQB®
AS1
Issued By
Tricentis Tosca
AS2
Issued By
Tricentis Tosca
TDS1
Issued By
Tricentis Tosca
TDS2
Issued By
Tricentis Tosca
AE1
Issued By
Tricentis Tosca
Tosca Integration with Jira
Issued By
Not specified
Skills
Automation Tools
Tosca, Postman tool, JMeter, Monkey Runner.
Defect Tracking Tools
JIRA, Bugzilla, TesRail, ALM.
Version Control Tools
Gitlab, Bitbucket.
Testing Methodologies
Functional Testing, API Testing, Regression Testing, Mobile Testing (iOS & Android), Device Testing, Performance Testing, E2E Testing, Load Testing, BAT Testing, Web Accessibility Testing, Cross Browser Testing, User Experience Testing, Build Verification Testing, Bluetooth Testing, Wi-Fi Testing, Peripheral's Testing, FAT/SIT Testing, User Acceptance Testing, Alpha & Beta Testing, App Compatibility Testing, Stress Testing, Ad-hoc Testing, Root Cause Analysis.
Development Methodologies
Waterfall, Agile, CI/CD Pipeline Execution.
Domain Experience
E-commerce, Health Care, Retail, Insurance, Telecom.
Technical Skills
Oracle OCPMS, Android sdk, Adb commands, EC2, SDK, Linux, HP ALM.
Test Management
Test Plan, Test Scenario, Test Case, Test Data, Requirements Gathering, Use Case Analysis, Project Estimation.