OBJECTIVE

• Aspiring to obtain a position of Software Automation Engineer/ QA Analyst in an organization where I will able to formulate use of my knowledge of 6+ years of skill in software testing and handling and monitoring testing activities and technological proficiency

SUMMARY

• Strong understanding of the SDLC and STLC with multiple software projects and testing methodologies
• Hands - on experience of testing both front-end and back-end applications
• Experience with writing test plans, test cases, and test procedures from requirements and specifications
• Ability to function in a team environment with multiple internal constituencies and manages simultaneous deadlines
• Strong knowledge of business and technical terms and terminologies
• Experience delivering web-based applications and services with emphasis in web site and portal technologies
• Experience with high volume, high-availability applications
• Experience with all components of application architecture including web tier, application tier, database tier, and networking in order to facilitate performance troubleshooting
• Good understanding of applicable business systems and industry requirements
• Momentous experience formulating application test plans, scripts, and other testing documentation for test projects
• Well understand and hands on in Black Box, White Box and Grey Box Testing
• Experience with Defect Tracking Tools using Quick Test Pro, Load Runner, Quality Center and Test Director
• Proficient in SQL and database related activities like writing complex queries
• Experience with Relational Databases using Oracle, SQL Server, and FireBird databases
• Expertise knowledge in VBScript
• Strong organizational and prioritizing skills and ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to work well with diverse groups in coordinating and meeting deliverables

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Testing Tools: Quick Test Professional (QTP), Load Runner, Quality Center, Test Director

Languages: Java, ASP.NET MVC, JavaScript, VBScript, HTML, SGML, XML

Application Software: MS-Excel, MS-Word, Visual Source Control

Databases: Oracle, Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL Server, DB2, Sybase, FireBird

Tools: SQL*Loader, TOAD, SQL Analyzer, SQL Profiler, Microsoft Visio

Operating Systems: Windows, UNIX, Linux, MS-DOS

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Confidential, Suitland, MD

Quality Assurance Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Proactively engaged test plans, Test Case and test scripts development, DB Query wrote for back-end test
• Executed test procedures for testing of client-server network-based backup and recovery software
• Created detailed Modification Requests (MRs) and worked with software developers to track down and solved the problems related with testing
• Conducted client interfacing role as a single point interface between client and the development team for day to day project execution
• Tracked and communicated testing efforts - Defines and tracks quality assurance metrics such as performance degradation, defects, defect counts, test results and test status
• Performed complex functional, integration, regression, and GUI tests on multiple product domains
• Conducted Black Box and Grey Box Testing
• Conducted test planning, documentation and execution of systems, regression and performance tests to uncover defects and improve the overall quality of the software
• Wrote highly detailed test plans and writing test cases using Quality Center
• Documented test results, revised test cases and scripts as needed, and rerun test scripts to verify results
• Developed automated Data-driven and Key Word Driven Frameworks using VB Script in QTP to perform regression testing of the modules
• Developed and maintained reusable test case libraries to help build streamlined and efficient development/testing processes
• Conducted web based testing using QTP for checking page contents, broken links, web objects, frames and tables
• Performed database testing on Oracle database using SQL queries (stored procedures and user defined functions)
• Developed, maintained, and upgraded automated test scripts and architectures for application products using Load Runner
• Responsible for the creation and execution of performance scripts utilized for capacity testing.
• Responsible for the monitoring and analysis of performance monitoring tools results during and after performance testing
• Used the Test Batch Runner to run several tests in succession using QTP
• Used LoadRunner for Performance testing by planning the load analyzing Task distribution diagram, Transaction Profile and User profile, creating virtual users and analyzing different reports.
• Used Rendezvous point to better control and generate peak load on the server thereby stressing it, and measuring its performance using LoadRunner
• Used LoadRunner to Monitor Performance Measurements such as end-to-end response time, network and server response time, server response time, middleware-to-server response time.
• Executed the scenarios, analyzed the Graphs and coordinating with the DBA’s and Network Admin to ensure optimum performanc
• Participated in team meetings with the developers and informed them of any deviations of the application, with regard to the requirements
• Performed UAT test of the system on every deliverables

Confidential, New York, NY

Quality Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Participated in reviews and provided feedback on System Architecture, Design documents and Specifications from testing perspective
• Responsible for creating/maintaining test plans and manual test cases
• Ensured the highest quality standards were met in terms of functionality, usability, and reliability through manual testing and by developing automated testing solutions
• Responsible for defining strategies and test cases covering all phases of testing
• Worked closely with development teams to ensure that all testing activities occur in a timely fashion and to the level of quality required by the governing standards and business requirements
• Interfaced with client’s IT Technical analysts and development teams to understand and resolved any quality issues that were discovered during any phase of the project life cycle
• Estimated work effort for projects, develop QA timelines, and manage work to meet the project schedules
• Used Quality Center for tracking requirements and communicated them to the team during the test processand translated the information to test procedures
• Executed test cases independently or collaborate with other QA members in test execution.
• Performed SQL queries in the Database to sustain the ACID properties
• Produced Test Status Report for the senior management team
• Provided a systematic review process and resources to assured all products met regulatory and conformant requirements prior to release
• Provided documentation and communication of all issues relating to product/process non-conformance, quality status updates, and other applicable coordination activities to management, the program team, and inter-departments for resolution and awareness
• Transformed manual test cases into functional test scripts using automation tools using QTP
• Developed and executed various VB scripts, created GUI Check points, Data Base check points, Implemented Data Driven Test and Synchronizations and automated web application using QTP
• Performed Functional, Regression, Integration and End to End testing using QTP
• Created Database Checkpoints and conducted Back End Testing & Data Driven testing using QTP
• Performed Database level verification of successful processing using complex SQL queries
• Conducted performance and stress testing using LoadRunner to expose the application bottlenecks
• Used LoadRunner (VUGEN) created vuser scripts, (Controller) create scenarios
• Used the LoadRunner tool for Stress/Load Testing
• Using LoadRunner developed Test scripts according to specifications; executed multi-user performance tests, used online monitors, real-time output messages of the LoadRunner Controller.
• Designed Performance test scenarios using LoadRunner, performed Stress & Volume Testing, and analyzed the results
• Promoted the use of knowledge management and knowledge sharing processes and tools
• Shared and leveraged successful products, processes and practices
• Assisted in evaluating knowledge sharing tools and making recommendations for knowledge management improvements across the team

Confidential, New York, NY

Software Test Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Built and maintained a solid understanding of the major technology trends impacting the business
• Maintained a broad business and IT product knowledge, including the impact of industry trends, regulatory environment, and relevant best practices on the recommended solutions
• Followed the standards, procedures and methodologies in the SDLC and STLC in test development and recommended of technical solutions and testing best practices
• Built and maintained a solid understanding of testing processes and procedures for software development/testing cycles
• Built and maintained an in-depth understanding of business process and products across ITTL.
• Managed individual workload and delivered to agree upon milestones
• Demonstrated strong ability to work in a team environment and foster cross-team collaboration
• Analyzed the requirements & design document and the use case document and developed detailed test cases and test scripts
• Developed a plan to created automation test scripts for unit, integration, and regression test cycles
• Involved both manual test and automation test activities
• Planed and organized the testing process, created database of manual and automated tests, built test cycles using TestDirector
• Used Quick Test Professional for functional and regression testing and to create and perform maintenance of object repository
• Developed automation scripts using VB script
• Developed SQL scripts for database/back-end testing
• Used agile methodology to maintain and update test scripts and during testing phase
• Created a strong morale and spirit in the IT team through collaborative atmosphere
• Ensured documentation was captured appropriately and was easily assessable to the team members