Quality Assurance Qa Engineer

Kamran Vakili

Aliso Viejo, CA ***** Email: **********@*****.*** Phone: 949-***-****

GOAL/PROFILE

Experienced Software Quality Assurance Engineer with expertise in software and system testing, code verification, and infrastructure security. Proficient in detailed system requirement analysis, API testing, database validation, and developing customized software solutions to ensure quality and compliance. Strong background in cybersecurity planning, compliance management, and project execution. Skilled in automation frameworks, defect tracking, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to drive success and customer satisfaction.

Technical Skills

Software QA & Testing: Manual and automated testing for system, software, mobile (iOS/Android) and web applications, test planning, execution, and defect management.

Test Automation Frameworks: Designing and implementing scalable frameworks using Selenium, and Cypress.

Programming & Scripting: Proficient in Pearl, Python, and Shell scripting for automation and database validation.

API Testing & Validation: Hands-on experience with Postman, REST Assured, and Swagger for secure API testing.

CI/CD Integration: Implementing automated test suites in CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, and GitHub Actions.

Security Testing: Conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and fuzz testing to ensure secure software development.

Networking & Protocols: Wireless communication protocols (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Cellular, NFC), network testing, routers, switches (L2/L3), WAPs, and TCP/IP, IPsec security protocols.

Compliance & Standards: ISO 13485, ISO/IEC 27002, NIST Special Publication 800-115, IEEE 802.11.

Version Control & Collaboration: Utilizing Git, JIRA, and Confluence for test management and team collaboration.

Defect Tracking & Reporting: Expertise in JIRA, TestRail, and documentation of software testing frameworks and knowledge bases.

IoT Testing: Validating functionality and performance of IoT devices and embedded systems.

Professional Experience

Thales Avionics, Irvine, CA (2024 – 2025)

Senior IVV Engineer – In-Flight Entertainment and Communication (IFEC) – Contract

Executed system integration testing for IFEC software components.

Conducted security testing, Aircraft Interface (AI) with IFE testing, and ensuring compliance with aviation standards for Boeing 777 and 787.

Conduct compatibility and functional test between Aircraft Interface (AI) with IFE for United Airlines.

Verified the IPTV on the Emirates Airlines.

Compatibility and user interface of the cabin with In-Flight Entertainment testing for Airbus 320 and 350.

Usability Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT) on several Airlines.

Johnson & Johnson, Irvine, CA (2021 – 2023)

Technical Lead Engineer

Lead testing efforts for CartoNet SaaS application and information security assessments.

Worked with Field engineer to setup the Carto and CartoNet. Troubleshoot the issue and test the medical Carto device setup.

Improved onboarding processes, reducing installation timelines by 50%.

Managed project lifecycle from pre-sales to successful hospital installations.

Panasonic Avionics, Irvine, CA (2020 – 2021)

Senior System Test Engineer, Software Integration

Developed system integration and acceptance test plans.

Collaborated with Boeing and Airbus engineers during IFE certification.

Designed and executed functional tests to ensure user-friendly experiences.

Aircraft Interface (AI) with IFE compatibility and functional testing, Usability Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for All Nippon Airways (ANA), Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Copa Airlines, and Emirates airlines.

Snap One / Control 4, Irvine, CA (2018 – 2020)

Senior Network Engineer in Test and Automation

Proficient in developing and executing test cases for diverse network devices including routers, switches (L2/L3), WAPs, and network management devices, covering functionality, performance, and compatibility.

Experienced in evaluating IoT device functionality, integration with home automation platforms (Alexa, Google Home), and ensuring seamless network operation.

Skilled in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities within network devices and IoT ecosystems, including testing encryption protocols, access controls, and communication security.

Capable of designing and implementing comprehensive testbeds for simulating office and home automation environments, with a focus on replicating real-world scenarios and automating testing processes.

Oracle Corporation / Sun Microsystems, Irvine, CA (2006 – 2017)

Senior Lead Software Engineer in Test

Designed and executed automated test cases for storage server software.

Developed security testing processes for SMB modules in Solaris and Windows.

Integrated automation tools such as Python and Selenium for optimized testing.

Expertise in developing and implementing automated test suites using tools like Selenium, Pearl, and Python, significantly improving test efficiency and coverage across diverse platforms and builds.

Proven ability to design and execute detailed functional and security test plans, particularly for complex systems like the SMB module in Solaris, ensuring robust system reliability and security.

Extensive experience in managing performance studies for storage servers, optimizing system performance (processor, memory, I/O), and achieving notable performance benchmarks.

Demonstrated ability to integrate testing considerations into the product development lifecycle, actively participating in design and architectural discussions to ensure comprehensive testing strategies and enhanced software quality.

Qlogic Corporation, Aliso Viejo, CA (2004 – 2006)

Senior Design and Verification Test Engineer

Fibre Channel Protocol & Driver Validation: Expertise in testing and validating Fibre Channel protocols and drivers across Linux and Windows.

SAN Performance Testing: Skilled in designing and executing performance tests for complex SAN topologies.

SAN Test Setup & Configuration: Ability to build and manage complex SAN test environments.

Protocol Analysis: Proficient in analyzing Fibre Channel traffic to identify and resolve issues

Certifications & Compliance Management

Security & Compliance: ISO/IEC 27001, NIST 800-115, IEEE 802.11

Software QA Test Standards: IEEE and ISO 27002.

Networking & Information Security: Cisco, A+ Certification

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Cybersecurity Engineering – National University, San Diego, CA

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering – University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS

A+ Certification.

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