SUMMARY:

• A proven self - motivated over 10+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance with manual and automated testing experience in Client/Server, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Deployment pipelines and DevOps processes for Agile projects. Web based and Mobile application testing with extensively knowledgeable of cloud-based mobile applications testing, number of web projects across multiple browsers (IE, Firefox, Safari and Chrome) and Android mobile devices with strong understanding of all newer android models Like Android M, Android N and a sound knowledge of mobile applications developments for both.
• Led assigned team of QA Analysts on-shore and off-shore , assigning daily tasks, reviewing their work, monitoring performance, ensuring resources understand their task and responsibilities .
• Expert in code in HTML, can style it with CSS, and have an excellent understanding of SQL and JAVA. Hand on Experience in Appium Testing tool for Mobile Applications.
• Extensive Knowledge of Quality Assurance standards, methodologies and strategies with better understanding of Software Test Life Cycle (STLC).
• Experienced in SQA (Software Quality Assurance) including Manual and Automated testing with tools such as Selenium WebDriver/IDE/Grid, TestNG, Cucumber, JIRA.
• Expertise in Automation Testing, Manual Testing, Functional Testing, System Testing and Regression Testing.
• Experience in working on Page Object model, Data Driven, Keyword Driven frameworks using selenium WebDriver with TestNG.
• Sound knowledge on TestNG framework, Maven for Project building tool, Jenkins for Continuous Integration.
• Well versed in different management scenarios like Change Control, Quality Assurance, Defect Tracking, System Integration, and Task Scheduling.
• Experience testing SOA with RestFul/SOAP Web Services . Created entire architecture for backend testing internal and third party API using Test Complete and SOAP UI .
• Experienced in providing the efficient locators strategy like XPath and CSS to run WebDriver script in stable condition.
• Work experience in using the Quality Center to manage the software testing process and BugZilla, Jira for tracking the process and sharing the files.
• Experience in designing and implementing automated test scripts, automation framework concepts and technologies and execute automation and manual scripts
• Experience in Behavior Driven Testing(BDD) using Cucumber writing feature in Jerkin language and used Jenkins for Continuous build deployment (CD) for Continuous integration (CI)Testing.
• Web deployment and engineering environment tools such as JIRA, GitHub, Jenkins.
• Experience in Designing, developing and executing mobile test plans for iPhone, iPad and Android devices, Appium to develop automation testing scripts for web, Mobile and client server applications.
• Expertise in performing manual testing (emulators & IOS Simulators) & Mobile Application Testing using Appium .
• . Good understanding of working on the applications developed in HTML5 and coded in JAVA.
• UNIX and mainframe platforms. Leveraged developer background to communicate effectively with software design team, quickly gaining their respect and becoming a valued, “go-to” team member on challenging test cases.
• Expertise in writing test scripts for Mobile Application and Web Applications using Web Services.
• Managing, analyzing, and maintaining test cases for Mobile Applications and assigning the Test Plan for Regression Testing in all release.
• Experience in writing Test Plans, defining Test Scenarios and Test Cases, developing and maintaining test scripts, analyzing bugs, interacting with team members and track the bugs till closure.
• Extensively knowledge of Agile methodology, time management, multitasking, leadership, attention to details, and excellent oral and presentation skills.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Platforms: UNIX, Linux, Windows (NT, 2007 Window, XP, 2003, Vista), Macintosh, MS-DOS, Mainframe

Programming languages: SQL, JavaScript, Java, UNIX/Linux shell, VB, PL/SQL, HTML, CSS.

Database systems: Oracle, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, DB2

Web Server: IBM Web sphere, Data power(IBM), Web logic

Defect-tracking software: JIRA, Mercury Quality Centre, HP Quality Center

Source-control software: CVS, Visual SourceSafe, Accurev.

Tools: Selenium WebDriver, Appium, HP ALM, Bugzilla, One Jira, MS Office, JIRA, Confluence, GIT Stash, Eclipse, GitHub, Test NG, J Unit, Microsoft Exchange, Accurev, Toad, SQL Developer, Maven, ANT, Visual Studio, Cucumber

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential, Conshohocken, PA

Sr. QA Assurance Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Analyzed Business Requirements created testing strategies, testing plans and prepared detailed test cases for the Application under Test (AUT).
• Created and implemented Test Plan and Test Strategy Document outlining the scope, objectives, timeline and focus of software testing effort for functional, regression, user acceptance and stress testing.
• Developed and Implemented automation using Selenium WebDriver and Java. Used Eclipse IDE to develop & debug the code.
• Used TestNG for testing framework. Implemented the script deployment using Page Object Model and TestNG framework through command line and also integrated tests in Jenkins (Continuous Integration tool).
• Wrote Maven build scripts to automate the compilation and execution of TestNG test cases/suites.
• Responsible for implementation of Hybrid Test Automation Framework build using Selenium WebDriver, TestNG and Maven technologies under Java platform utilizing industry leading harness design patterns and approaches
• Used Appium tool to tested automation test scripts on both IOS and Android platforms for native and mobile websites on mobile devices
• Used Appium tool, for mobile testing in Android, IOS and other mobile applications.
• Implemented simulator for Mobile App Testing in Android Platform using APPIUM.
• Identified automation requirements & design automation framework, scripts in Selenium (WebDriver) integration with Jenkins/CI, code reviews, and scripts execution thru Grid (hub/nodes) on remote clients.
• Tested the GUI Application (online forms and screens) and did analysis on the Paper based form to be as accurate as the online application.
• Done SOA testing for API's using SOAP UI and Java framework for web services testing.
• Extensively used Selenium (XPath and CSS locators) to test the web application.
• Developed UAT test cases for End to End testing.
• Actively participated in Handover meetings, Business Analysis and design reviews for each release and identifying Critical test cases on each release.

Environment: Java, Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, Jenkins, Maven, SOAP UI, Jira, Appium, Eclipse IDE, Xpath, Firebug, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, SQL, Oracle and Windows.

Confidential, Warren, NJ

Sr. Quality Assurance Analyst

Responsibilities:

• As a Lead Mobile Tester and Lead QA Engineer , performed manual and automated testing for the number of web projects such as information and news professional QA portal and company web site across multiple browsers ((IE, Firefox, Safari and Chrome).and mobile devices ( Android ).
• Led business critical projects, including preparation, execution and management of complex applications and systems testing engagements from initiation to implementation and deployment.
• Continuous deployment by Build Automation Testing using ANT and Maven.
• Performed SQL validation to verify the data extracts and record counts in the database tables by writing complex SQL minus queries.
• Tested the ETL mappings from Source to Confidential and worked with backend activities for testing several reports developed by BI tools
• Validated client-side applications with Node . js using Java scripting
• Experience creating feature file, step definitions and integrated with Jenkins for continuous build and batch processing and with cross browser testing using Selenium Grid.
• Tested Web Application like Verizon’s Media Store developed in C# language application using SoapUI, Selenium WebDriver using Java Scripting and validated Application’s load and security testing involved in the analysis and support of batch application testing of mainframe and mid-range batch components in integrated and independent test environments.
• Work with multi-platform batch application teams to optimize testing capabilities and production deployments.
• Analyze, develop batch components for midrange and mainframe applications using IIS DataStage ETL, JCL technologies.
• Optimize the multi-platform batch applications (midrange and mainframe) using testing capabilities.
• Support test batch execution for midrange and mainframe applications as part of integrated and independent releases.
• Understand functionalities of change and problem requests and batch optimization based on the system understanding.
• Involved in functional testing of on 3-layer (MVC Architecture) application IoT project Intelligent Video and automated in selenium using TestNG
• Write UNIX shell scripting, for various functions such as maintenance, backup, and server health checks.
• Analyze the batch issues and provide the resolutions for midrange and mainframe applications.
• Perform application deployment and production support activities using Endeavor and Subversion (SVN).
• Co-ordinate with required stakeholders (Release Management, Data Management and Configuration Management) to support the project.
• Retrofit changes across all release platforms for midrange and mainframe technologies. involve interacting with developers, external vendors, data operations, other Application Support Group Teams as well as clients directly in the business units. Supported Production deployments and Monitored and track high Priority defects and Production Issues on day-to-day basis to assist in the review , analysis and resolution of production issues , ensuring a timely resolution
• Supported exclusively for each Release Deployment of MCS modules like SCM VIG, Media Store(MS), Mobile Media Store (MMS), Lemur and SCM data by working with Ops Team.
• Organized defect triage meetings and had the opportunity to educate the testing team in understanding the system functionality as well as enhancements.
• Maintained project specific QA documents as per the Quality process. Analyzed and reported the test results among the team and the business and made final verdicts and sign -offs for the test result.

Confidential, Piscataway, NJ

Senior QA Software Test Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Led and managed QA testing efforts with Onshore/Off Shore team to discuss Business requirements, GAP Analysis, Test Scenario and Use Cases in each changing requirement.
• Gathered and analyzes data in support of business cases, proposed projects, and system requirements, which includes writing test plans and scripts for tracking defects and fixes in product development, software application development, information systems, and operations systems.
• Applied proven Analytical and Problem-solving skills to help validate IT processes through careful testing. Ensures the testing activities allow applications to meet business requirements and system goals, fulfill end-user requirements, and identify existing or potential issues followed up with standard software testing life cycle (STLC) to perform different types of testing for the projects.
• Collaborated with software/system personnel in Application Testing, such as System, Regression and User Acceptance Testing methods; creates and executes Test plans and Scripts that will determine optimal application quality standard to specifications; communicates test progress, test results, and other relevant information to project stakeholders and management. Participated in peer review meeting for created Test plan, test cases and analyzing various testing documents and process of testing life cycle.
• Involved in all phases of testing lifecycle, including: Scoping, Planning, Prioritization, Test scripting, Test data, Expected Results, Test Execution and Defect Resolution. Extensive knowledge of all phases of testing lifecycle, including: scoping, planning, prioritization, test scripting, test data, expected results, test execution and defect resolution.
• Expertise in Back End Testing and validated process, Debug Logs using UNIX utilities like Patten, Search, Process and VI editor utilities.
• Organized defect triage meetings and had the opportunity to educate the testing team in understanding the System functionality as well as Enhancements.
• Conducted daily status meetings to report any bugs, issues and risks. Had good coordination with the team in other activities such some motivation weekly meetings with agenda, trainings, responsibilities, quality process & Problem solving.
• Maintained project specific QA documents as per the Quality process. Analyzed and reported the test results among the team and the business and made final verdicts and sign -offs for the test result.

Confidential, Somerset, NJ

QA Software Test Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Interaction with Business Team, Business Requirement Gaps Analysis, Customer Experience and Impact Analysis of application.
• Contributes to and monitors Test Planning, Test Preparation and Scripting, and test execution per defined best practices, standards and procedures.
• Interfaces regularly with peers and management regarding test related topics including the coordination of test related initiatives with QA Test Leads, Project Managers, Development Managers, and other QA Core team members (SDLC Team)
• Participates in all phases of the IT Project Delivery Framework, including review of complex business and functional requirements. (Kick off meeting, Change Control, etc.)
• Assesses risk to quality service based upon results of verification and validation. Monitors adherence to established test standards and procedures. Standardized QA Process using Testing Methodology, Process Improvement.
• Expertise in Back End Testing and use of UNIX Utilities like awk, grep, sed, vi, network, process, File level, Directory level, etc.), automation with Shell Scripting in data file validation testing. (Unix Log File Testing, Process Validation, running process in background, etc.)
• Manages verification and validation activities for production modifications in production enhancement, interact with user, involved in automation of health check of application.
• Maintains document template libraries and internal project documentation like QATest Plan, Local procedure, QA Test Results, etc.
• Participates in both internal and external process improvement projects like QA, SIT, UAT Testing with business & Marketing and External Vendors team.
• Strong Project Management skills like Test planning with LOE, test estimation and resource plans, Set up test environment
• Expertise with testing tools like QTP, JIRA, Quality Center and third-party tool Toad, MQ Editor (IBM Queue Testing)
• Knowledge of relational databases like Oracle Database 11g to validate data testing in back end using complicated SQL script using Oracle functions.

Confidential, Middletown, NJ

QA Software Test Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Interacted with System Analyst to analyze business requirements, Gap Analysis, E2E flow of application and involved in impact analysis for changes business rules.
• Designed and developed QA Test Plan/Test Cases using Testing methodology with all possible Use Case to cover all testable function in Positive & Negative Testing.
• Provided Test metrics on the results of system testing activities; coordinated and collaborated with others in analyzing collected requirements to ensure system development and implementation plans meet customer needs and expectations.
• Confirmed and prioritized project plans and deliverables per customer requirements and deadlines; and stayed current on emerging tools, techniques and technologies related to software testing.
• Helped drive automation innovation (participated in testing tool analysis and/or reviews, assisted and/or trained other manual testers in automation, implemented recommendation to improve test automation).
• Developed SQL Script (Developed complicated SQL Script in Toad) to validate data, automated UNIX based process (Using Unix Utilities with Shell Scripting and executed all test scenarios in minimal time.
• Set up Test Environment including refresh database from production, maintained test environment with upcoming release.
• Involved in key learning process after each release to implement process in future as a part of QA process Management., Kick Off Meeting and Release Management, Key learning Session.
• Assisted in continually improving our software development process and the development environment.
• Involved in testing of multiple applications with QA, SIT and UAT testing by documenting, reviewing, resolving defects, follow up with interface sign-off.
• Supported Change Control by reviewing impact of all modules planned all release schedules, back out plan.
• Supported production support team in production Trouble Ticket to analyze root cause of problems and resolved with team.
• Involved in production support testing assisted team in staging testing, support in change control request.
• Involved in different major and minor release testing by updating test plan with testing methodology, reviewed test results and analyzed defects and resolved with team.

Confidential, Jersey City, NJ

QA Software Tester

Responsibilities:

• Analyzed Business Requirements and understood customer and developed QA/SIT Test Plan using Testing Methodology.
• Demonstrated QA Test Plan with cross-functional team to approve business logic and baseline documents.
• Participated in unit testing and verified entrance criteria of QA and set up configuration data with developer and updated release notes.
• Communicated with Project Management to establish LOE of each phase of SDLC and prioritized QA task.
• Developed SQL Script to validate Data Transaction in Front End Testing. Developed complicated and execute via Toad and saved Test Result.
• Worked with peers in development and other organizations to troubleshoot and resolve project issues both technical and non-technical in nature.
• Performed Defect Root Cause Analysis, interacted with related Team, and tracked defects in a Test Director.
• Performed impact analysis and executed test scenario with Regression Testing.
• Involved in Back End Testing using UNIX Utilities and automated Regression Testing using Korn shell scripting.
• Involved in System Integration testing with external & internal interface team and performed E2E Testing.
• Involved in System Integration Testing with external/Internal interface and understood overall customer business functionalities.
• Shared technical information with team and involved in production testing with critical Production Ticket.