Quality Assurance Project Leader
Resume:
• Results-oriented Project Leader with *+ years of software testing expertise in manual and automation testing.
• Proven expertise in leading and managing cross-functional teams of up to 20 resources, focusing on team development and performance enhancement.
• Proven track record in testing international projects, including spearheading the quality assurance for a high-profile Canadian client. Expert in managing cross-border communications and exceeding project expectations through meticulous testing and client collaboration.
• Skilled in strategic planning, scheduling, and workload management within Agile–Scrum environments to ensure timely project delivery.
• Experienced in automation testing using keyword-driven frameworks and integrating automation scripts with Jenkins for continuous integration and delivery.
• Proficient in performance testing with JMeter and database testing using MySQL.
• Adept at writing and executing comprehensive test plans and test cases, ensuring high-quality deliverables within defined timelines.
• Effective in defect detection, classification, and tracking using Jira, Redmine, GitLab, and Mantis, focusing on severity and priority management.
• Strong collaborator with Project Managers, Development Teams, Business Analysts, and End-Users to enhance testing quality and ensure alignment with business requirements.
• Hands-on experience in API testing using Postman and RESTful services.
• Advocate for AI tool adoption to enhance productivity, improving project efficiency and ensuring on-time deliveries.
• Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, SDLC, STLC, and Bug Life Cycle.
• Extensive experience in various testing types including Functional, Regression, Smoke, Sanity, Integration, and Acceptance Testing for both Web and Mobile applications.
• Proficient in Web and Mobile App Automation on physical devices and BrowserStack.
• Expertise in client communication, stakeholder management, time management, technical skills, and team- building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team, focusing on continuous improvement and quality assurance.
Testing Types Functional, Smoke, Regression, Black Box, Integration, Database, UI Testing Testing Framework Data Driven & Keyword Driven
API Postman, Rest Assured
Bug Tracking Tools JIRA, MS Excel, Mantis & Redmine Coding Language Basic Java
Operation System Windows OS, MacOS, Ubuntu
Versioning Control Git Lab
Domain Knowledge Trading, Insurance, E-Commerce, Mutual Funds, Wealth Management, GST Filing
Automation Tools Selenium, JMeter
Interface Design Tool Figma, Zeplin
Testing Tool Browser Stack
RPA Tool Robotan by Alfalabs
● Alfalabs Technologies LLP, Mumbai (Jun 2017 to present) as Project Leader
• Project Leader (2022 – till now)
• Team Lead (2020 – 2022)
• Senior QA (2018 – 2020)
• Junior QA (2017)
● B.E. (Information Technology) 2014 from RGPV University with 89%
● H.S.C. 2010 from Maharashtra Board with 58% ● S.S.C. 2008 from Maharashtra Board with 69% PRATIKSHA SHUKLA
Project Leader
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Charni Road, Mumbai – 4
Technical Skills & Tools
Professional Summary
Professional Experience
Educational Qualification
● Won the Star Award 2024 in Alfalabs Technologies.
● In 7 Years of Career I have Hired, Trained and Mentored around 100+ candidates in Alfalabs Technologies.
● Won the Best Editor Award for College Magazine in Engineering
● Throughout Engineering, I have held second Rank in the IT Department. Role: Project Leader 2022 – till now
Clients: Avendus, ICICI Securities, JM Financials, Motilal Oswal, Spark Capital, Sharekhan by BNP Paribas Project Description:
ROBOTAN is an RPA framework designed to be simple, easy to manage, and highly cost-effective, offering a seamless path to automation excellence. ROBOTAN is currently empowering leading enterprises across diverse industry domains, helping them achieve their automation goals with unparalleled efficiency. Responsibilities:
Led cross-functional teams in successfully delivering 50+ RPA automation processes, ensuring on-time completion and adherence to budget constraints.
Developed and implemented detailed project plans for RPA initiatives, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
Facilitated effective stakeholder communication with regular progress updates and expectation management, ensuring smooth adoption of RPA solutions.
Implemented rigorous quality control for RPA deliverables through frequent reviews and assessments, maintaining high standards and industry best practices compliance with the help of ERP Application.
Monitored project performance using key metrics, proactively addressing issues to maintain momentum and achieve automation goals.
Ensured timely automation script check-in on GitLab with every new deployment and completion of add-ons. Role: Team Lead 2020 – 2022
Clients: HDFC Securities, Edelweiss, Policy Advisor Project Description: (Automation)
Invest Right App (HDFC Securities): Empowers users with advanced trading and mutual fund investment tools. SPACE (Structured Products) – Ace (Edelweiss): Its a specialized platform for structured product investments, offering robust tools for analysis, management, and trading. Policy Advisor: This web app simplifies insurance purchasing decisions for Canadian users. Responsibilities:
Pioneered and implemented a codeless automation scripts using keyword driven tool - Robotan, resulting in a 50% reduction in development time and increased productivity.
Trained and supervised a team of testers on codeless automation approaches, increasing their efficiency and allowing them to write automated tests on their own.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize test scenarios suitable for codeless automation, resulting in a 30% decrease in manual testing efforts.
Created Test Scripts and Test Data using our Internal Automation Tool – Robotan.
Automated complex business workflows using codeless automation tool, resulting in substantial time and cost savings for the organization.
Optimized Test Execution Cycle by utilizing the tool's scheduling and parallel execution feature, resulting in faster feedback and shorter release cycles.
Implemented automated testing for core functionalities, integrating with Jenkins for scheduled nightly executions, ensuring continuous testing and early defect detection in the development lifecycle. Role: Team Lead 2020 – 2022
Clients: Axis Securities & Policy Advisor
Project Description: (Manual)
RING Trading App (Axis Securities): Empowers user with smart global search, quick-access dashboards, and supports mutual fund investments for efficient trading anytime Swift Trade App (Axis Securities): It is a powerful trading platform designed for seamless execution of stock market transactions.
Policy Advisor: This web app simplifies insurance purchasing decisions for Canadian users. Responsibilities:
Prepared and delivered comprehensive Daily, Weekly, and Monthly status reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with project goals.
Achievements
Professional Experience
Estimated testing efforts, effectively allocating budgeted hours and resources to optimize team productivity and project outcomes.
Developed robust Test Strategy, detailed Test Plans, and provided strategic recommendations to clients, enhancing testing efficiency and effectiveness.
Led projects within Agile-Scrum methodology, collaborating closely with stakeholders in India and Canada to refine business requirements and ensure project success.
Managed and mentored staff, overseeing day-to-day operations and fostering a collaborative team environment focused on achieving milestones and deliverables.
Facilitated monthly issue tracking meetings to proactively identify and resolve project challenges, maintaining project momentum and stakeholder confidence.
Utilized Jira and MS Excel to meticulously track, analyze, and manage defects and risks, implementing timely resolutions to mitigate project risks.
Engaged actively in Project meetings, liaising effectively with development teams to address technical issues and optimize project workflows.
Executed comprehensive API-driven testing using Postman, ensuring accurate Premium Amount calculations and robust system functionality.
Performed thorough cross-platform application testing across various Android and iOS versions using BrowserStack, ensuring seamless user experiences and application performance.
Conducted detailed GUI testing of PolicyAdvisor Application using Figma designs, focusing on usability, consistency, and adherence to design specifications.
Verified visual fidelity and user experience of Ring Application's GUI using Zeplin designs, ensuring alignment with user expectations and brand standards.
Conducted Compatibility testing was carried out on Android, iOS, Mac, and Windows devices with varying screen resolutions.
Role: Senior QA 2018 – 2020
Clients: MOSL
Project Description:
MO Web (Web App): It is a dedicated platform for mutual fund investments EKYC Super App (Mobile App): It’s designed for seamless electronic Know Your Customer (KYC) processes. Account Opening (Web App): This app simplifies the account opening process for new clients Responsibilities:
Worked in Waterfall Methodology.
Performed Functional, Regression, Sanity and GUI Testing on Multiple Platforms and OS.
Reviewed the use cases and transformed them into test scenarios and test cases. In addition to documenting the testcases I have also conducted performance testing on specific use cases with specific load using JMeter.
Prepared Traceability Test case coverage matrix.
Identified environment-specific test data.
Executed test cases and raised defects using Redmine.
Executed automated test scripts in the regression suite, analyzed the failures and raised defects.
Coordinated with the developers and business users for Fixing and retesting of raised defects.
Prepared Test execution summary report.
Role: Junior QA 2017 – 2018
Clients: Relyon
Project Description:
Saral GST (Web App): It is a web application designed for streamlined GST (Goods and Services Tax) return filing. Responsibilities:
As a Solo Tester, took initiative to learn about GST Domain.
Prepared Test Scenarios & Test Cases based on the gained understanding.
Performed Functional, Integration, Compatibility, Usability, Cross Browser, Retesting & Regression Testing.
Reported the Defect and Tracked it using Mantis.
Participation in project meetings and interaction with development team members to solve the problem.
● I hereby declare that the data furnished above are true to the best of my knowledge Ms. Pratiksha Chandramani Shukla
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