WINNIE OYULU
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QA Engineer with expertise in all phases of Software Testing Life Cycle for client/server, Desktop and Web applications
SUMMARY
Over 5 Years of QA (Tools and Methodologies) experience in all phases of Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), risk analysis, project planning, scheduling, testing, defect tracking, release process, and reporting.
Proficient at using both manual and automated testing tools to perform stress, performance, functionality, and regression testing.
Experience working in an Agile/Scrum SDLC, Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment environment
Ability to Multi-task and handle assignments on Multiple projects
Ability to work with onsite and off-shore teams to resolve issues and complete projects.
System and Installation Testing for IIS and Web Servers as well as Build management.
Liaising with developers, business analysts, project sponsors/stakeholders and user representatives in application design and document reviews.
Good analytical, communication and presentation skills.
Familiar with Descriptive Programming, and basic Unix/Redis Commands.
Good knowledge of SQL to implement the backend and validate data.
Technical Skills
Tools: HP Quality Center 10, MySQL, JIRA, Jenkins, Team City, Visual Studio, Client, Aqua Data Studio, Redis, Tortoise SVN, Appistry Cluster Monitor, and SSRS Reporting Tool, SharePoint.
Platforms: Windows 7/XP/2000/NT, UNIX,
Languages: Visual Basic Scripting (VBScript), MYSQL, C#.
Browsers: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome
Other Software: Microsoft Office Suite 2016, Skype for business 2016, Onenote 2016, Zoom, Slack, Cisco Anyconnect secure mobility Client
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Factset Research Systems, NY,NY
QA Analyst May 2014- Present
Write detailed Test Cases based on Project artifacts such as Use cases, business Requirements, Functional Specifications.
Load and maintain test plans/test cases in the Justifier Tool Build management system
Manage the build status web page for the bi-weekly release cycle and ensure that no pending issues are blocking the release
Prepare Process Flow Documents and other Deliverables such as Regression Report Documents, Bug Reports, Check Lists, Test Catalog, and Test Matrix Documents
Execute Automated Test Cases, Run UI Regression and report Results in a timely manner
Track and log defect s in JIRA- Defect management system and report test status/execution summary to Development Team
Test User session state in Multiple instances of the application
Ensure Testing specifications are properly linked to detailed business requirements and Traceability Matrix to ensure complete test coverage
Perform Cross browser and Migration Testing
Run SQL queries to carryout performance testing by verifying time logs against jobs run in the front end.
Perform Full Regression testing anytime there is a system upgrade eg Migration from MYSQL to SQL server
Run index query checks after database refresh to make sure that QA and production Indexes match.
Analyze Client found bugs on a monthly basis and improve test coverage
Follow up with developers and business analysts to have defects clarified and fixed.
Generate Defect reports including testing status in terms of percentage of completion.
Create Cucumber files that are then enhanced by the automation scripter for automated runs
Kick off the Data Comparison Tool (Batch Calc) to compare regression results between QA and production then compile and promptly report differences
Participate in daily stand ups, bi-weekly grooming, sprint reviews/retrospective meetings
Tested performance using the developer tool (F12)
Provide recommendations to enhance system functionality.
State Street Bank, Princeton, NJ May 2011-2014
QA-Tester
Designed test plans for functional, integration and user acceptance testing.
Created Scripts for regression and stress testing
Loaded and maintained test plans/cases in HP Quality center.
Ensured all artifacts complied with corporate SDLC policies and guidelines.
Prioritized outstanding defects and system problems, ensuring that accuracy and deadlines were met.
Attended daily stand ups to provide daily status on my testing progress.
Logged defects and followed up on issue resolution with developers.
Stress Tested Client portfolio by configuring parameters and applying shock to simulate real market scenarios
Ensured that all application functionalities are free from flaws or errors and are of the highest quality.
Worked with Business, Development managers to ensure test cases/test scripts coverage meets Business needs.
Tracked issues found during testing efforts and documented clear re-testing instructions.
Provide recommendations for the project to be released to User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Test Linked servers and stored procedures to ensure they work as expected
Performed ad-hoc and regression testing as well as validation of bug fixes.
Tested application functionalities for validity of, accuracy, reliability, and conformance to standards.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Bachelor of Business Administration, G.P.A 3.5
International Business.
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry NY 10522
Member Delta Mu Delta Business Honor Society