Quality Assurance Test Automation

TATIANA LACUSTA

240-***-**** ***********@*****.*** Bethesda, MD

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with 5 years of expertise in test automation and quality assurance. Proficient in Java, Selenium WebDriver, and various testing frameworks and tools to ensure high-quality software delivery. Adept at creating robust automated testing frameworks to ensure high-quality software performance and reliability. Expert in Agile practices and test automation frameworks, notably Selenium and Cucumber. Demonstrated leadership in enhancing product quality through innovative testing strategies and fostering team collaboration. Skilled in defect tracking and mobile testing, achieving significant improvements in testing efficiency and coverage. Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value. Seeking to utilize excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to complete tasks. Reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments.

Technical Skills:

• Methodologies: Agile - Scum, Waterfall

• Programming Languages: Java, SQL, HTML, CSS, XML

• Testing Framework: Junit, TestNG, Data Driven Framework, BDD

• Build Tools: Maven

• Automation Tools: Selenium WebDriver, RestAssured, Cucumber

• Version Control: Git, GitHub

• CI/CD Tools: Jenkins

• IDE: IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse

• Databases: Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server

• API Testing Tools: Postman, RestAssured Library

• Project Management: JIRA

• Development Models: Page Object Model, Behavioral Driven Development

• Operating Systems: Mac OS, Windows

• Browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Safari, Internet Explorer. Soft Skills:

• Communication: Proficient in active listening, verbal, and written communication.

• Collaboration and Teamwork: Proven team player with a collaborative approach to achieving project goals.

• Attention to Detail: Demonstrates thoroughness and precision in testing and quality assurance processes.

• Problem-solving and Critical Thinking: Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to apply innovative thinking to solve problems.

• Time Management and Organization: Demonstrates thoroughness and precision in testing and quality assurance processes.

• Adaptability and Flexibility: Proficient in demonstrating learning agility and adaptability to quickly master new skills and environments.

• Patience and Persistence: Resilience and persistence enable to overcome challenges and achieve goals consistently.

• Conflict Resolution: Proficient in negotiation and diplomacy, adept to navigating complex situations to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.

EXPERIENCE

Laureate Education, Columbia MD Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) February 2023 - Present

• Developed and maintained automated test scripts using Java and Selenium WebDriver to increase test coverage and reduce manual testing efforts

• Implemented BDD with Cucumber and Gherkin to facilitate collaboration between developers and non-technical stakeholders

• Utilized JUnit and TestNG frameworks for unit and integration testing

• Managed test cases and reported defects using JIRA

• Executed REST API testing using Rest Assured Library and Postman to validate backend services

• Configured and maintained CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins for automated test execution

• Conducted SQL queries to validate database operations and ensure data integrity

• Enhanced test automation framework with Maven for efficient build management

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of new features

• Spearheaded a project to refactor the existing test automation framework, resulting in a 30% reduction in test execution time. Marsh, Chevy Chase MD Test Automation Engineer March 2021 - January 2023

• Designed and developed automated test scripts using Java and Selenium WebDriver to validate web applications

• Integrated JUnit tests with the Maven build process for continuous integration

• Employed Cucumber and Gherkin for BDD, enhancing test case readability and maintenance

• Conducted API testing using Rest Assured Library to ensure robust backend functionality

• Utilized Jenkins for scheduling and monitoring automated test runs

• Created and maintained SQL queries to support data-driven testing

• Participated in code reviews and contributed to improving test automation best practices

• Maintained test repositories in GitHub for version control and collaboration. Dr. First, Rockville MD QA Automation Engineer April 2019 - February 2021

• Developed automated test cases using Java and Selenium WebDriver to improve test efficiency

• Implemented JUnit-based test scripts and integrated them into the CI pipeline with Maven

• Utilized Cucumber for BDD to align tests with business requirements

• Performed extensive API testing with Rest Assured Library and Postman

• Managed and executed test plans in JIRA, logging defects and tracking resolution

• Conducted SQL database validation to ensure data consistency across applications

• Set up and maintained Jenkins jobs for continuous testing and reporting

• Collaborated with development teams to resolve issues and ensure software quality. Southern Management Companies, McLean VA Administrative Assistant May 2014 - September 2018 Leadership:

Spearheaded the development of an innovative automation framework in a remarkable 40% reduction in test execution time. This initiative significantly enhanced the overall efficiency of our testing process. Achievement:

• Revamped our test data management strategy by establishing a centralized repository. This strategic move ensured consistent and readily available test data. As a result, test failures due to data issues plummeted by an impressive 90%, leading to move dependable test results.

• Integrated advanced testing tools and technologies (e.g., Selenium, Junit, TestNG), improving test execution efficiency by 30%.

• Collaborated with development and QA teams to identify and fix critical bugs, improving the overall defect detection rate by 50%.

• Implemented CI pipelines, enhancing the deployment process and decreasing integration issues by 60%.

• Successfully reduced test execution time by 30% through refactoring the test automation framework, enhancing overall efficiency and performance. Led the implementation of BDD with Cucumber, significantly improving communication and collaboration between technical and non-technical team members. LANGUAGES: English - Fluent Romanian – Native

EDUCATION:

Completed coursework towards bachelor’s degree in Social Work Alecu Russo Balti State University

REFERENCES:

References are available upon request. Please email me at ***********@*****.*** for more information.

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