Qa Engineer Manual Testing

Ilavarasi KS

QA ENGINEER

Mechanicsburg, PA ***** 814-***-**** ************@*****.***

SUMMARY

Detail-oriented and results-driven QA Engineer with 5+ years of hands-on IT experience in manual testing of web and desktop applications. Adept at creating test plans, designing test cases, and executing both functional and regression tests to ensure high-quality software delivery. Strong experience in bug identification, reporting, and tracking using Top Team and TFS. Skilled in functional testing, ensuring that applications meet business requirements and provide a seamless user experience. Proficient in working with .NET technologies to understand development workflows and assist in enhancing application quality. Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal application performance. Enthusiastic about continuous learning, with an interest in further enhancing .NET development skills alongside testing expertise.

Skills

Manual Testing, Functional Testing, Regression Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Exploratory Testing, Smoke Testing, Sanity Testing, Compatibility Testing, Test Case Design, Test Execution, Test Plan Creation, Defect Reporting, Defect Tracking, Top Team, TFS (Team Foundation Server), Bug Verification, Cross-Browser Testing, End-to-End Testing, SQL, SQL Queries, Database Validation, .NET Technologies, C#, ASP.NET, Web API, Visual Studio, Version Control (TFS), Agile Methodology, Scrum, Cross-functional Collaboration, Test Management Tools, Attention to Detail, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Communication Skills.

Education

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY IN ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING JUNE 2007 SIETK (SIDDHARTH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY – JNTU AFFILIATION), ANDHRA PRADESH, INDIA.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

QA ENGINEER UNICORN TECHNOLOGIES LLC, ATLANTA GA MAY 2022 TO DEC 2024

· Led UI testing for both web and mobile environments, performing functional, regression, cross- browser, and mobile compatibility testing, along with automation smoke tests to ensure comprehensive product validation.

· Proficient in Git for version control, managing test artifacts, test cases, and automation scripts in close collaboration with development teams to maintain a streamlined testing process.

· Designed and executed detailed test plans, test cases, and test suites, ensuring maximum test coverage across functional, integration, and API testing, and tracked progress to ensure timely delivery.

· Collaborated with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to identify, diagnose, and resolve defects, ensuring prompt bug fixes and high-quality software delivery.

· Conducted thorough API testing, including RESTful services developed with .NET Core and C#, to validate data accuracy, integration, and performance of the application.

· Actively contributed to Agile development cycles, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, improving communication and continuous testing integration. Page 2

· Created and executed performance test plans, defining test scenarios and monitoring performance metrics to ensure the software meets scalability and reliability requirements.

· Led both manual and automated testing efforts, reusing automated tests for regression cycles to enhance testing efficiency and reduce testing time. FULL STACK JUNIOR DOT NET DEVELOPER & FUNCTIONAL QA ENGINEER DELOITTE LLP, CAMP HILL PA FEB 2015 TO OCT 2016 PROJECT - WORKERS’ COMPENSATION AUTOMATION INTEGRATION SYSTEM (WCAIS)

· Collaborated with business owners and analysts to define and implement new requirements, enhancing the scalability and stability of a data processing application.

· Designed, developed, and tested system enhancements for quarterly releases, as well as troubleshooting and applying hotfixes/patches for production issues.

· Developed web applications using C#, ASP.NET MVC, Web API, and Entity Framework for back-end development, integrating with front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3.

· Worked with SQL Server to design, write stored procedures, and manage data access using Entity Framework.

· Implemented responsive user interfaces that ensure cross-browser compatibility and a seamless user experience.

· Designed and executed test cases for functional, regression, and integration testing, ensuring adherence to business requirements and high-quality standards.

· Identified, reported, and tracked bugs using Top Team, ensuring clear communication between development and QA teams, and prioritizing bug fixes.

· Actively participated in Agile Scrum ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives, contributing to continuous improvement and timely delivery.

· Worked closely with developers, QA engineers, and product managers to implement business logic and validate functionality across web applications.

· Prepared clear and concise technical documentation for both development and testing processes, ensuring maintainability and knowledge sharing.

· Participated in requirement gathering, ensuring both technical and business expectations were aligned during development and testing phases.

· Conducted manual testing, including smoke, regression, and exploratory testing, to ensure application stability, focusing on functional testing to verify core functionalities.

· Provided user support by clarifying application flow, addressing queries, and assisting with test case execution.

SOFTWARE TESTER NOVATIUM SOLUTIONS PVT LIMITED (CLIENT: ERICSSON) MAY 2010 TO JAN 2013 PROJECT - FSO ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS

· Prepared test cases and requirements based on business requirements.

· Participated in the requirement discussion phase and conducted impact analysis.

· Ensured that testing was completed within the timeline.

· Retested fixed bugs to verify their resolution and check for any impact on the product.

· Updated the status of bugs in the Bug tracking tool (Bugzilla).

· Maintained release tracking and status updates in the Jtrac tool as an admin. Page 3

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / SIDDHARTH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY – JNTU AFFILIATION, ANDHRA PRADESH, INDIA JUN 2007 TO JAN 2010

· Course Delivery: Delivered lectures for undergraduate and postgraduate students in courses such as Electrical Circuits, Power Systems, Electrical Machines, Control Systems, Power Electronics, and Electromagnetic Fields, ensuring a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical applications.

· Curriculum Design: Designed and developed course syllabi for Electrical Circuits, Power Systems, and Electrical & Electronics subjects, incorporating the latest technological advancements and industry requirements.

· Hands-On Training: Conducted laboratory sessions and practicals for courses like Circuit Analysis, Power System Operation, and Electronics Lab, helping students translate theoretical concepts into real- world applications.

· Student Mentorship: Provided academic mentorship and career guidance to students, helping them understand the practical implications of electrical engineering concepts in real-world settings.

· Project Supervision: Supervised final-year student projects on topics like Power System Optimization, Smart Electrical Grids, Renewable Energy Integration, and Embedded Systems for Electrical Applications.

· Placement and Industry Readiness: Facilitated placement drives by organizing mock interviews, industrial training, and soft skills workshops, improving student employability in the electrical & electronic engineering domain.

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