Alexander Podimov

** ******** **. *******, **, L*A 3S6

416-***-**** aczjtc@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a QA analyst position where I can contribute my software testing experience, programming knowledge, analytical skills and work experience.

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, standards, and procedures.

Excellent in manual and automation testing.

Experienced with test reports, bugs investigation, and data discrepancy.

Experienced in programming, computer hardware, and networking.

Strong problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills.

EDUCATION

Computer Engineering Technology Advanced Diploma September 2010 - April 2014

Seneca College, Toronto, ON.

Completed numerous electronics and computer engineering courses including electronic devices, digital electronics and microcontrollers, knowledge in assembly and VHDL languages.

Completed numerous communication courses including analog and digital data communications.

Completed numerous programming languages courses including: C/C++/C#, VB, PL/SQL, ASP.NET and PHP.

Completed numerous Linux related and networking courses, holds Cisco CCNA 1/2/4 certificates.

ACADEMIC PROJECTS

Designed and programmed computer store windows forms application, using VB, Microsoft Access and SQL queries.

Developed ATM machine simulation project using HCS08 Microcontroller on ALTERA DE1 board. Programed on C language using state machine approach.

Programmed media recorder simulation project using C++ language and CMD environment.

Developed video store database using Oracle SQL. Programmed video store web based application using ASP.NET/VB.NET, including DAO classes and PL/SQL programming.

Programmed Windows Phone application for academic grades calculation using MVS 2008 and C# language.

Designed and built solar panel tracker/charger as final/technical project using Arduino microcontroller, solar panels, servo motors, and charging circuit. Developed state machine logic for microcontroller and programmed using C language.

WORK EXPERIENCE

QA Analyst (contract)

Moody's Analytics (CSI.CA) Toronto, ON August 2016 – present

Participated in complex web based project development.

Created detailed test plans based on complicated BRDs.

Participated in peer reviews and walkthroughs as required.

Performed manual testing and automated regression testing using TestComplete.

Conducted load testing using JMeter and specifications from IT team.

Created detailed bug reports using JIRA(Zephyr).

Worked close with developers and business analysts to understand project’s details, provided feedback as required.

Created complex SQL(Oracle) queries to improve testing flexibility and data extraction.

QA Analyst (contract)

Smart Test Inc., Toronto, ON. May 2014 – July 2016

Participated in numerous testing projects including web based and MS Windows applications.

Good knowledge of standard QA processes and procedures.

Designed test cases based on requirements, analyzed and provided feedback.

Executed manual E2E cycles, as well as regression testing.

Organized bug reports using HP QC and JIRA, used SVN as version control tool.

Performed load/performance testing using LoadRunner.

Performed client/server testing, as well as web stress testing.

Executed test automation using QTP and Selenium/TestNG.

Initial and Final Test Operator April 2009 – August 2010

Celestica, Toronto, ON.

Organized test stations, performed setup, diagnosed and corrected test process.

Operated test stations, performed functional and final tests for a variety of electronic products.

Performed root cause analysis.

Radio Equipment Repair Technician January 2003 – January 2006

Israeli Army, Israel.

Verified/tested different radio equipment and peripherals.

Repaired and rebuilt radio equipment for further use.

Installed and maintained radio devices/equipment on combat vehicles/tanks, as well as outdoors and on the field.

References

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