Vinitha Mangali
No **, Balakrishna Nagar *th street Nerkundram, Chennai, 600107
***********@*****.***
PROFILE
Seasoned IT professional with 10 years of hands-on experience in manual testing and Agile frameworks, dedicated to ensuring the highest quality in software delivery. Skilled in creating and executing comprehensive test plans, detecting and troubleshooting defects, and collaborating closely within Agile teams to enhance product reliability and user satisfaction. Known as a dependable team player who fosters a collaborative environment, ensuring clear communication and alignment with project goals. Recognized for a meticulous attention to detail, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a strong commitment to excellence in every project.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
INTELLECT DESIGN ARENA, LTD
Team Lead
July 2017–June 2024
Crafted detailed test strategy, plans, cases, and reports, including defect reports and project metrics.
Expert in both Waterfall and Agile methodologies, with experience in scope definition and production incident management.
Proficient in Agile methodologies, with a deep understanding of Scrum processes and sprint planning.
Involved in identifying the scope of the testing required for a particular release based on the requirements of the document.
Involved in handling and delivering the production Incidents with on time delivery.
Managed the team by assigning task, setting priority and monitoring progress.
Collaborative with the testing team members to create test scenarios and cases that cover all the possible functionalities and requirements of the software application. Make sure that the test cases are comprehensive and effective and adhere to the test strategy.
Involved in reviewing the test artefacts, such as test scenarios, test cases, test scripts, test data, test evidence to ensure their quality, consistency and adherence to the test strategy and plan.
Involved in tracking and managing the defects using a defect tracking system. liaise with developers to resolve defects promptly.
Involved in testing the applications,Well versed in Smoke testing, Sanity Testing, Functional Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, System Integration Testing, Regression Testing, Ad hoc Testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
Prioritised the tasks based on risk, importance and deadlines, allocating resources and time efficiently.
Collaborated with developers, business analysts, and product owners to ensure successful product releases
Participated in all Agile team ceremonies.
Keeping management informed of project schedules, status, issues, and metrics.
Involved in providing Project demo to business and other stake holders at the end of releases.
Involved in identifying, assessing and mitigating potential risks in the testing process.
Involved in QA process quality audit – Project level
Provided project-based Knowledge Transition sessions across streams.
Involved in onboarding and knowledge transfer sessions to team members.
TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES.
Senior Process Associate [Offshore tester and UAT lead]
Oct 2015–July 2017
Involved in analysing & studying of business requirements specification documents, Project Planning for preparation of test plan, create test cases for carrying out integration/functional/Regression tests at various stages at STLC.
Worked in different teams and involved in testing various applications.
Well versed in Functional Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, Regression Testing, Ad hoc Testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
Creating and reporting reproducible defect sequence and storing in both Application Life Cycle Management and also involved in retesting the fixed defect to check for existence and to check for its effect.
Provided status update to Higher Management and Onshore Counterpart on Daily, Weekly and on Monthly basis.
Attending daily/weekly calls/meetings with Business and onshore counterpart for the discussion of executed test cases for approval.
Provided Knowledge Transition sessions to new associates joined in the project.
SYNTEL INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LTD
Software Test Engineer
Sept 2013–Oct 2015
Involved in analysing and understanding the requirements.
Setting up of test environments, designing test plans, developing test cases/scenarios/usage cases, and executing these cases.
Creating and reporting reproducible defect sequence and storing in Quality Centre tool.
Participated in regular project status meetings and QA status meetings.
Provided Knowledge Transition sessions to new associates joined in the project.
Involved in preparing a ‘Book of Knowledge’ (Hand Book) after the completion of projects.
EDUCATION
University of Madras
Masters Of Business Administration (May 2016)
Anna Adarsh College for Women
B.sc Computer Science (May 2013)
CORE SKILLS
QA Methodologies & Processes
Defect Tracking & Troubleshooting
Agile and Scrum
Software quality Standards
Risk Management
Software development Life cycle
Project Management
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Critical Thinking
CERTIFICATION
SAFe 5.0