Automation Engineer Qa

Vandana Dayala

+1-414-***-**** Vandanadayala*gmail.com www.linkedin.com/in/vandana-dayala

Summary

A seasoned QA Automation Engineer recognized for expertise in manual and automated testing across domains like telecom, web applications, and financial services. Distinguished for developing scalable testing frameworks and automating essential client modules using tools such as Selenium and Appium. Adept in Agile/Scrum methodologies, ensuring alignment with project goals. Aims to leverage skills in enhancing software quality for the target role.

Education

Concordia University Wisconsin

Master of Science, Computer Science and Information Systems Aug 2022 - Mar 2024

CSI College for PG studies

Master of Business Administration Sep 2020 - Jun 2021

Certifications

AWS certified cloud practitioner

ISTQB certified tester foundation level

Skills

Programming Languages: Python, Java, SQL, C, JavaScript, (Oops)

Testing Skills: STLC processes, Requirement understanding, Analysis, Traceability, Test Case design, Test Analysis, Implementation, Execution, Completion, Debugging, Documentation, problem-solving

CI/CD: Jenkins, Git, Github, HTTP, SDLC

Cloud technologies: AWS EC11, Azure

Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, MacOS, Android

Testing Tools: JIRA, Test Rail, Zephyr, ALM, Appium

Types of Testing: UAT testing, Functional testing, Load Testing, Soak Testing, White box testing, Usability Testing, Acceptance testing, Integration Testing

Work Experience

IFDS [SS+C Technologies] Hyderabad, India

QA Engineer Dec 2021 - Jul 2022

•Created a comprehensive test plan, strategy, and approach using contact center-related business sources, which improved test coverage. Participated in test case development, defect reviews, PI planning, sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospective meetings, enhancing team collaboration

•Skilled Software Engineer with 3+ years of experience in Object-Oriented Programming using Java, designing and implementing efficient, modular code for scalable applications.

•Tested web services using SOAP UI to verify responses from different components, ensuring system reliability. Used SQL queries to extract data from various tables and compare outcomes, which improved data accuracy. Extensively used Selenium to automate tests, increasing testing efficiency

•Developed and executed automated test scripts using Selenium, which reduced manual testing time. Tested the mobile version of the application on iOS and Android platforms under different networks, ensuring cross-platform compatibility

•Developed robust, scalable, modular, and API-centric infrastructures, enhancing system performance. Designed testing frameworks to validate functionality, ensuring a high level of assurance. Participated in PI planning, sprint planning, daily standups, retrospective meetings, test case reviews, and defect reviews, which improved project outcomes

Nesto Mobile. Nesto LLC Dubai, UAE

QA Automation Engineer May 2021 - Dec 2021

•Performed User Acceptance Testing (UAT) on the Nesto E-commerce website, applying industry protocols and standards to ensure quality and functionality

•Designed and implemented testing strategies using Selenium, which improved application reliability by introducing best test automation practices, and automated test cases using Python.

•Designed and implemented Java classes following OOP principles to create modular and reusable code, improving code maintainability and readability.

•Used encapsulation to secure data within classes, ensuring data integrity across modules.

•Tested the mobile version of the application on iOS and Android platforms under various network conditions, including EDGE, 3G, 4G, LTE, and Wi-Fi, ensuring consistent performance and user experience

•Gained comprehensive knowledge by working across various domains such as Telecom, Embedded Systems, Web Applications, Insurance, Printing, Retail, and Video Technology, contributing to diverse project success

•Worked with BLE technology to enhance connectivity features in applications, improving user interaction and device communication

•Tracked and optimized QA metrics by developing and maintaining a QA environment management plan, improving testing accuracy and efficiency through automated tests using an Intelligent Test Automation platform

•Created a test coverage matrix for Regression and Smoke Testing, set up test plans and test labs in Quality Center to manage requirements, defects, test cases, and generate status reports, enhancing project tracking and quality assurance

HSBC India Pvt. Ltd. Hyderabad, India

Mobile Automation Engineer Mar 2020 - Apr 2021

•Documented test cases, test results, and defects using TestRail and Selenium, improving the integration of Banking API solutions into the client's environment

•Conducted mobile testing using Appium for both Android and iOS devices with Emulator and Simulator, enhancing the reliability of mobile applications

•Automated key client application modules to provide a Proof of Concept, gaining business knowledge and creating automation scripts for risk-based testing scenarios

•Participated in testing reports using HP ALM/Quality Center, identifying, analyzing, and documenting test cases and software defects for multi-component systems, which improved the accuracy of bug reporting and test findings documentation

•Monitored transactions between the bank and its affiliates, generating alerts and reports for rule violations, which enhanced compliance and security measures

Seven Eleven [Unisys India Private Ltd] Hyderabad, India

QA Automation Engineer Aug 2019 - Jan 2020

•Performed end to end testing of Promotional offers, and discounts on different sales channels file Billing and Invoicing Web Applications. Kiosk POS systems. Barcode scanner systems, and Online POS.

•Automated test cases written in HP ALM and updated their status, utilizing Jenkins for continuous integration to streamline testing processes and improve efficiency

•Developed projects in Eclipse IDE and wrote SQL queries on Oracle database, generating QA process status reports, defect log reports, traceability reports, and test execution and results reports to ensure project transparency and quality assurance

•Utilized tools such as Selenium and JUnit to create and maintain automated test scripts, enhancing testing efficiency and effectiveness

Verizon - [Tech Mahindra] Hyderabad, India

QA Engineer Jan 2018 - Aug 2019

•Conducted end-to-end testing of Verizon iOS Home Setup, including wireless IP clients and a Verizon Media Server with Motorola/Arris VMS boxes, which improved channel surfing experience at home. Engaged in Agile/Scrum SDLC meetings to steer the QA project towards a pure Agile/Scrum methodology

•Performed functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance tests on features like VOD, OTT, In/Out of Home DVR, and Live TV on VMS set-top boxes and iOS/Android devices with Verizon FiOS mobile application, ensuring high-quality performance and user satisfaction

•Created test plans and developed test cases for integration, system, regression, web services, performance, and stability tests, which enhanced testing efficiency. Established test setups on SIT, endurance, and production environments

•Tested cloud connectivity for OTT applications by validating web services requests and responses using the SOAPUI tool, ensuring reliable application performance

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