Robert Kagiri

574-***-**** / ad1hdi@r.postjobfree.com

Summary:

● Accumulated 5 years of expertise as a Manual QA tester and Automation testing, executing comprehensive testing of diverse software applications spanning various platforms.

● Proficiently developed, executed, and refined test cases, test plans, and test scripts, meticulously aligning them with explicit requirements and intricate user stories.

● Possesses an extensive understanding of QA processes, methodologies, and industry best practices. Demonstrated ability to adapt testing approaches according to project needs, while consistently upholding the highest standards of software quality.

● Displayed solid proficiency in an array of testing types, including functional, regression, integration, and usability testing. Focused intently on API testing, ensuring the seamless integration, data integrity, and optimal performance of web services and APIs.

● Leveraged adeptness in identifying, documenting, and tracking software defects using advanced bug-tracking systems. Contributed significantly to the enhancement of software quality by communicating critical defects effectively with development teams.

● Adept problem solver, swiftly addressing challenges and prioritizing tasks to meet project deadlines without compromising quality. Possesses an inherent ability to dissect complex problems, deriving effective solutions to maintain project momentum.

● Bolstered by strong communication skills and a proven track record of harmonious collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Translated technical jargon into clear insights, bridging the gap between technical and non-technical parties.

● Proficient in coordinating with offshore teams to prepare meticulous test cases and data for Automation, Manual, and Performance testing. Adept at fostering alignment and delivering consistent quality across distributed teams.

● Expertly validated data using database tools, ensuring data accuracy and reliability throughout the software development lifecycle. Contributed to enhanced decision-making and overall software quality.

● Demonstrated a strong grasp of creating use cases and user stories, grounding testing efforts in end-user needs and project objectives. This 2

skill proved instrumental in ensuring effective testing coverage and relevant feedback.

● Dedicated to personal and professional growth, continually adapting to new technologies and methodologies. Actively seeks opportunities to enhance testing processes, efficiency, and overall effectiveness. Technical skills:

● Operating Systems: Windows, Linux

● Test Management Tools: Qtest, JIRA, Azure DevOps

● Test Automation Tools: Cypress, Selenium with JUnit, TestNg and Pytest frameworks,

● Programming Languages: SQL, JAVA, Python and Web based requirements like HTML 3 and CSS3.

● Version Control: Git, SVN

● CRM Software: Salesforce, ERP Software: Oracle

● API Tools:Postman, SOAPUI,

Professional Experience:

Optima Logistics, Tacoma WA Jan,2019 - September

2023

QA Manual Tester/Automation Test Engineer

● Collaborated with the QA team to meticulously develop comprehensive test cases, test plans, and test scripts, ensuring meticulous alignment with the intricate requirements and specifications of various software products.

● Leveraged Selenium to automate test scripts, significantly accelerating the testing process, enhancing efficiency, and minimizing human error.

● Developed exhaustive test cases, test plans, and test scripts that were intrinsically rooted in project requirements and user stories, serving as a foundation for thorough testing activities.

● Conducted thorough functional, regression, integration, and usability testing, systematically identifying and diligently documenting intricate software defects for precise communication with the development team. 3

● Skillfully collaborated in close quarters with the development team, facilitating real-time issue resolution, and ensuring the exceptional quality of the software throughout the development lifecycle.

● Developed automated test scripts leveraging Java and Python using Selenium, enhancing efficiency and minimizing errors.

● Designed and developed an inventory management system using Java and MySQL. Implemented CRUD operations and optimized queries for efficiency.

● Successfully managed interactions with offshore teams, actively gathering requirements and synthesizing them into comprehensive test plans, scripts, and cases to guarantee the seamless transition of a high-quality product into production.

● Expertly employed Postman to conduct API testing, validating the robustness of web services and APIs, ensuring seamless integration, accurate data exchange, and optimal performance.

● Regularly executed ad-hoc testing, uncovering potential vulnerabilities and exploring edge cases that could impact the software's stability and security.

● Utilized proficient bug-tracking systems to meticulously log and meticulously track software defects, from their inception through resolution, ensuring a streamlined and effective defect management process.

● Actively participated in stand-up meetings and sprint activities, offering valuable insights, and providing transparent status updates on testing progress, ensuring alignment within the agile framework.

● Navigated complex cross-functional collaboration, liaising effectively with diverse teams encompassing developers, product managers, and business stakeholders, to deeply comprehend requirements and user expectations.

● Efficaciously conveyed valuable feedback to the development team, contributing to the continual enhancement of software quality and the overall user experience, thereby fostering lasting improvements.

● Executed end-to-end testing of ERP systems like Oracle utilizing SQL scripts for data validation, ensuring data accuracy.

● Completed end to end testing within Saleforce, created OTC orders for data creation purposes for UAT testing within Oracle peoplesoft. 4

EzayTech, New Brunswick, NJ April 2018 - Nov 2018

Intern QA Analyst

● Collaborated with the QA team to develop comprehensive test cases and test plans for various software products, ensuring alignment with project requirements and specifications.

● Conducted thorough manual testing on different software components, systematically identifying and meticulously documenting defects and anomalies for efficient communication with the development team.

● Played a pivotal role in advancing test automation efforts by actively contributing to the creation and enhancement of automated test scripts utilizing Selenium and JUnit frameworks.

● Assisted in API testing activities, meticulously validating web services and APIs to ensure seamless integration and data integrity, utilizing tools such as Postman and conducting both positive and negative testing scenarios.

● Gained practical experience in testing End to end scenarios in Oracle and Salesforce ERP

● Engaged in regular team meetings, offering insights and support in various quality assurance activities, fostering a collaborative environment that facilitated knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

● Contributed to the maintenance of test documentation, including test cases, test scripts, and bug reports, ensuring a well-organized repository of testing artifacts for effective project tracking and knowledge retention.

● Demonstrated a keen attention to detail and an analytical mindset in all testing activities, consistently striving to uphold and enhance the overall quality of software products.

● Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business analysts, to address issues, clarify requirements, and support the overall software development lifecycle.

● Actively embraced challenges and opportunities to learn, adapting quickly to new technologies, methodologies, and tools, and consistently seeking ways to enhance testing processes and efficiency.

● Developed an inventory management system for a small retail business to streamline inventory tracking, order processing and reporting. This 5

Java-based application integrated with a SQL database to manage product information, stock levels and customer orders efficiently.

● Completed end to end testing within saleforce, created OTC orders for data creation purposes for UAT testing within Oracle psft. Education

Southern New Hampshire University, New Hampshire

Bachelor in Computer Science, 2025

● Relevant Coursework: Software Testing, Database Management, Object-Oriented Programming, Algorithms, Data Structures.

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