Senior Software Test Lead with 14 Years Experience

LAXMI GONDHI

Status: Citizen, Phone: 972-***-****, Email: *********@*****.***

A seasoned technical leader boasting 14 years of extensive experience in Software Testing Solutions across diverse platforms. My tenure includes testing a multitude of complex, large-scale projects and proficiency in testing Client/Server, Networking, and Web-based applications across multi-platforms. Recognized for adaptability, team spirit, and a keen eye for detail, I bring solid project management skills to the table, along with the ability to meet stringent deadlines. I am lauded as a technical innovator, renowned for quickly acclimating to new environments.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Testing Life Cycle (TLC) Phases: Adept in all phases of TLC, encompassing test planning, design, data identification, mitigation, defect management, and risk and impact analysis.

Technical Documentation: Proficient in crafting Test Plans and Test Cases directly from Requirements Document, coupled with experience in creating comprehensive technical documentation.

Test Automation: Skilled in employing automation tools like Selenium, QTP, Win Runner, and Load Runner for efficient and accurate testing.

Testing Activities: Competent in executing a variety of testing activities, such as Black Box, Functional, Integration, System, Regression, User Acceptance (UAT), End-to-End, Database, and Soak Testing.

Defect Management: Proficient in defect management, including defect creation, modification, tracking, and reporting using industry-standard tools like Test Director, QC, PVCS, and Remedy.

Team Collaboration and Individual Initiative: Committed to assigned tasks, I ensure timely completion to meet all deadlines. I can work independently, as well as being a valuable member of a team.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Programming Languages: Specialized in JDK, JAVA, C#, SQL, and HTML,OOP

Testing Tools: Proficient in using Test Director 7.6/8.0, Jira, Quality Center 9.1/10, PVCS, Remedy, CMIS, Selenium, Win Runner 6.5/7.0/7.5, Silk, QTP 9.0, UFT, Load runner.

Databases: Skilled in SQL Server 7.0/2000/2005, Oracle (8i), and MySQL

Additional Tools: Proficient in MS-DOS, LINUX, Windows NT/2000/XP, UNIX, AS/400, IBM Mainframe, Web Logic, IIS, Apache Tomcat, Informatica, Spring Source Tool Suite 2.9.1, jQuery 1.7.2, Backbone.js 0.9.2, Spring MVC 3.1, Spring Batch 2.1.8(Batch/ETL process), Infovis.js 2.0.1, Jackson (JSON) mapper 1.7.1, ArcGIS Online 10, SOUP UI, XML, Putty, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Power Point, Install Shield, Test Director, TOAD, MS-Query Analyzer

EDUCATION & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Master of Sciences: Master’s degree in sciences.

Senior Tester, Vision Tech (07/22-12/25)

Performed software application testing, including analyzing, writing test plans and cases based on specifications, and testing the website and databases. Conducted development, functional, system, end-to-end, and user acceptance testing for data services. Utilized JIRA for defect tracking and status updates. Worked in a cloud-based environment and used Python coding.

Used OMS for retail application Testing. Used OMS for customers order creations like installs, updates, changes, New functionality adds etc. Performed web testing for browser dependency and tested individual web pages and integration between the web pages. Worked on Selenium as part of Automation Testing for Regression Testing. Used Appium for Automation testing. Used Robotics tool for reporting. Tested Front end application with Java script. Used SOUP UI for API Testing. Used My SQL for Data Base for Testing. Worked with Data Access Layer, SCL, SCPS, and cloud APIs to retrieve configuration and telemetry. Worked on CPE WiFi Product line. Worked on Swift UI, Snapshot Testing. Worked on IBM Main frame Platform for Application Testing. Used Cypress, TOSCA for Automation testing. Used UFT Tool for Automation regression and functional Testing.

Tools used included: WinSCP, putty, and SQL. Environment: C++, Java, Java Script and .Net based Applications, JIRA, various browsers, Microsoft Excel, Android, and iOS.

Lead QA with SDET, INFOVISION/Verizon (11/21-07/22)

Managed a 6-member team on the My Verizon Wireless project, focusing on troubleshooting transactions for Battery and Activation Intent. I was responsible for writing test plans, executing test cases in qTest, and maintaining daily team status. Worked on iOS, Deferent kind of Cell phone devices, Smart Devices Testing. Conducted development, functional, system, and end-to-end testing for battery and activation intents using JIRA for defect tracking and qTest for test execution. Used POS for retails application Testing. Used OMS for customers order creations like installs, updates, changes, New functionality adds etc. Used SOUP UI for API Testing. Used CXP platform for POS Testing. Worked Media IPTV,VMS, IPC Testing as part of TV Testing. Worked in an agile environment, attended daily DTP calls, defect tracking calls, and various agile meetings. Performed mobile testing, worked on CI/CD, and tested .Net C sharp/Java applications. Worked on Selenium as part of Automation Testing for Regression Testing, API Testing. Used Java based platform for Automation. Tested Front end application with Java script. Used Appium for Automation testing. Used Robotics tool for reporting. Worked on Swift UI, XCUI Tests as part of Testing. Used Cypress, TOSCA for Automation Testing. Tools used include WinSCP, putty, SQL Server, KIBANA, qTest, Confluence, and Postman. Used Playwright for automation Testing.

Environment: C++, Java, Java Script, .Net based Applications, JIRA, KIBANA, Postman, SQL Server, Microsoft Excel, Android, and iOS. Used MySQL for Database Testing

Senior Tester, Vision Tech (01/19-07/21)

Performed software application testing, including conducting analysis, prod fallout, work request testing, and customer service requests. Wrote detailed test plans and test cases based on specifications, and tested website and databases. Performed development, functional, system, end-to-end, and user acceptance testing for data services using JIRA for defect tracking. Worked in a cloud-based environment with Azure. Performed web testing for browser dependency and tested individual web pages and integration between the web pages. Tested Front end application with Java script for Regression Testing. Worked on Selenium as part of Automation Testing for Regression Testing. Tools used include WinSCP, putty, and SQL. Environment: C++, Java and .Net based Applications, JIRA, various browsers, Microsoft Excel, Android, and iOS.

Lead Tester II, ACS/Verizon (07/17-12/18)

Worked as a Software Tester II on the Vision Conversion Project. Tasks included analysis, testing of Android and iOS applications, and database testing using SQL. Created detailed test plans and cases, performed full-cycle testing using JIRA for defect tracking. Handled suppression on pending orders, address, and telephone number validations, and contributed to the Omni Project. Conducted mobile testing for the Vision Project, database testing with Informatica, and ETL process testing for conversion data. Used POS for retails application Testing. Used CXP platform for POS Testing. Web testing was performed for browser dependency using Selenium, .Net applications, and various tools for conversion validation. Worked on Device Testing in Lab environment. Worked on iOS, Deferent kind of Cell phone devices, Smart Devices Testing.Tools used include Java, Java Script and .Net based Applications, JIRA, Selenium, Various Browsers, Microsoft Excel, Android and iOS, See Test Platform. Used UFT Tool for Automation regression and functional Testing.

Sr.QA Engineer, FOCUS POINT/Luminator (01/17-06/17)

Worked as a Sr. QA Engineer on Bus Transit display announcement and Calgary Shelter Signs application. Configured and validated connections between Master display, Slave display, and bus routing information. Tested different modules like WIFI Connection Zone, Proximities, Routing Calculations, Audio Mux, LAM, and MCU. Involved in Back End testing of XML and Socket. Involved Data base Testing as Client/Server application.

Sr. QA Test Analyst, INFOVISION/Frontier (08/15-09/16)

Supported BAU System Testing on DPI (IBM)/Sterling 7 Applications. Developed and executed test plans/cases for DPI/Plant Applications, tracked defects with HP Quality Center, and worked on OMS application. Implemented functional testing on RG, CPE, GPON, and utilized ETL Process for data validation. Used POS for retails application Testing. Used CXP platform for POS Testing. Participated in war room discussions for post-production issues resolution.

Lead T3 Support/Testing, TEKMARK/Verizon (10/14-06/15)

Supported escalated production customer issues on VMS and IPC (Set top boxes) T3 project. Conducted Alpha, Beta, and Patch testing, and facilitated mobile trouble resolutions. Performed backend Database testing and attended daily status and weekly team meetings. Worked on iOS, Deferent kind of Cell phone devices, Smart Devices Testing.

Lead QA, INFOVISION/Verizon (04/13-07/14)

Worked on My Verizon Wireless online project. Participated in writing Test Plans and Test Cases, worked on customer transactions, validated product purchases, and utilized QTP Automation for functional testing. Worked on iOS, Deferent kind of Cell phone devices, Smart Devices Testing.

Lead QA, NEXIUS/Verizon (05/12-02/13)

Worked on LTE/EPC topology visualization tool, participated in preprocessing data, ETL, and User Interface testing. Verified server logs for application errors and resolved issues with the help of developers. Worked on Geo Project as part of Data Base Testing.

Test Engineer, ADVANCED RESOURCES GROUP/PCS (05/11-05/12)

Worked on Metro PCS device order management system, involving in Control, functional, and UAT testing, writing Test Plans, Cases, Scripts, and tracking the defects in Quality Center. Used UFT Tool for Automation regression and functional Testing.

QA Analyst, ARICENT GROUP (10/08-05/11)

Worked as part of a FTTP testing team on various applications like COFEE, SSP, SPOT, DOTCOM, IBM Applications for Copper, and Fiber voice orders. Performed functional testing, batch testing, GUI, and Regression Testing.

QA Analyst, OMNI INTEGRATION PARTNERS/AT&T (08/07-07/08)

Worked on AT&T U-Verse Suite contains products like AMDOCS Enabler, OMS, Billing and Bill Formatter. Participated in Production support system testing, monitoring Daemons, and performed User Acceptance and Regression testing.

Production Support, CORPUS INC/Verizon (01/07-08/07)

Supported Large Data Center, participated in Installation, Administration, and Maintenance of multiple high-end servers. Performed Server log and Domain log monitoring, Application Deployment, and performance tuning of Web Logic.

Test Engineer, CORPUS INC/Verizon (04/05-12/06)

Worked on SSP, Verizon’s new national platform for managing Broadband Services. Performed functional testing, batch testing, GUI, and Regression Testing.

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