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Kamiran Kurexijiang

Pasadena

Summary

With over 8 years of experience as a QA Automation Engineer, I have led the creation and deployment of comprehensive test automation frameworks, employing both manual and automated testing techniques. My proactive approach in identifying and addressing issues at all stages of development has ensured the delivery of superior software products. Known for my quick learning ability and commitment to excellence, I consistently exceed expectations by mastering new technologies swiftly and driving high-quality outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Salesperson

Vexauto
11.2024 - Current
  • Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
  • Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in numerous positive reviews and referrals.
  • Implemented effective sales strategies to maximize revenue generation.

Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

H&M
01.2021 - Current
  • Contributed to the development of a robust test automation framework using Selenium and JavaScript, facilitating efficient and reliable automated testing of web applications
  • Designed and executed Test plans and Test cases according to business requirements and user stories
  • Identified and organized the plan for test data, strategy and the Scope of testing within the context of each Sprint
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and success criteria for proof of concept (POC) initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and strategic priorities
  • Performed Sprint level testing, Functional Testing, Systems Integration Testing, UAT, and Regression Testing
  • Developed UI automation scripts using Selenium and JavaScript to ensure efficient and reliable smoke, functional, regression, and integration testing for web applications, resulting in significant improvements in test coverage
  • Skilled in implementing branching and merging strategies in Git to effectively manage feature development, version control, bug fixes, and release cycles
  • Effectively communicated with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure a clear understanding of traceability requirements and objectives, facilitating alignment and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle
  • Proficient in setting up and managing Jenkins CI/CD pipelines to automate the build, test, and deployment stages, optimizing development workflows and improving team collaboration
  • Connected to database to query the database using SQL for data verification and validation
  • Integrated Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) with Cucumber into the existing automation framework, overseeing the creation and management of feature files, test suites, and step definitions using Gherkin language
  • Designed and executed extensive sanity and regression test suites, integrating them with Jenkins to enable automated nightly regression runs
  • Collaborated with business analysts and developers to review requirements and create comprehensive test scenarios and cases, enhancing defect identification efficiency and ensuring high-quality deliverables
  • Automated RESTful API web services using Postman and Rest Assured within a Cucumber (BDD) framework

QA Automation Engineer

LA.CARE
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Led the automation of user interface testing with tools such as Selenium and TestComplete, ensuring consistent and reliable performance across all user-facing applications
  • Collaborated in walkthrough and peer review meetings with the testing team, developers, and business analysts to present and discuss Test Plans and Test Cases
  • Utilized new TestNG features, including TestNG Reporting, IReporter Interface, and Soft Assertion, to capture multiple test case failures instead of stopping at the first failure
  • Demonstrated expertise in grouping test suites, test cases, and test methods for regression and functional testing using TestNG annotations such as Groups, Parameter, DataProvider, and Tags
  • Managed and critiqued poorly written documents, recommending essential modifications to the scrum team to enhance clarity and effectiveness
  • Integrated automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline using Jenkins, ensuring tests are automatically triggered with every commit to identify and fix bugs early in the development cycle
  • Designed a Data-Driven Framework to extract data from Excel sheets and JSON files using Apache POI and JSON dependencies, driving the data into test cases
  • Collaborated with database developers to refine SQL queries and optimize database performance based on testing feedback
  • Performed data validation, data integrity testing, and regression testing to support database migrations and updates
  • Utilized JIRA for bug tracking and iteration management, while employing Log4j to record and store the flow details of Selenium automation in a file
  • Manually verified failed test cases, meticulously logged defects, and coordinated with the development team for timely resolutions

QA Automation Tester

State Farm
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Utilized and maintained robust test scripts using Selenium WebDriver, Java, and TestNG to ensure the reliability and performance of State Farm's web applications
  • Worked closely with business leads, project managers, and program managers to establish business requirements and identify test requirements early in the project lifecycle, effectively identifying and addressing requirement gaps
  • Created and enhanced numerous test scripts to handle changes in objects within the tested application's GUI and the testing environment using Selenium WebDriver, JUnit, Maven, and Jenkins
  • Tested application compatibility for dynamic and static content across various browsers using HTML IDs and XPath in Selenium
  • Performed cross-browser testing on different browsers like Internet Explorer, Chrome, Safari, and Firefox using TestNG suites
  • Developed comprehensive test plans and test cases to thoroughly address both functional and non-functional requirements of the application
  • Effectively documented, tracked, and managed defects using tools like JIRA, prioritizing critical bugs for prompt resolution to ensure system integrity and performance
  • Implemented the Page Object Model (POM) design pattern to enhance test maintenance and reduce code duplication
  • Utilized data-driven testing techniques to validate UI functionality against a diverse set of inputs and usage scenarios
  • Developed and maintained robust test suites to verify API reliability, response time, and status code handling, incorporating both positive and negative test scenarios
  • Actively participated in Agile/Scrum meetings, including planning sessions, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, to ensure alignment with project goals and timely delivery of quality assurance milestones

Manual Quality Assurance Tester

State Farm
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Played a pivotal role in enhancing efficiency by automating test cases for regular execution, resulting in a visible reduction in manual testing effort and increased focus on critical areas
  • Created and maintained detailed test plans and test cases to cover both functional and non-functional requirements, ensuring thorough validation of application features
  • Conducted manual testing for various application features, meticulously documenting, tracking, and managing defects using tools like JIRA
  • Prioritized critical bugs for prompt resolution to maintain system integrity and performance
  • Performed cross-browser testing on Internet Explorer, Chrome, Safari, and Firefox, ensuring compatibility for both dynamic and static content
  • Enhanced and maintained test scripts to adapt to changes in GUI elements, ensuring consistent and accurate test coverage
  • Implemented and maintained high standards of documentation for test plans, test cases, and defect reports, facilitating clear communication and efficient issue resolution
  • Led end-to-end testing efforts for large-scale business initiatives, including integration, functional, and regression testing
  • Developed and executed automated test cases, significantly reducing testing time and enhancing efficiency
  • Conducted focus group sessions to gather user feedback, facilitating data-driven decision-making and ensuring alignment with user needs and preferences
  • Created comprehensive bug reports to document application issues
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify improvement areas and implement effective solutions, fostering a culture of innovation and driving business growth
  • Supported the automation team by providing insights and assisting in automating repetitive test cases, thereby improving testing efficiency and coverage

Education

No Degree -

Business

IT BootCamp -

LA

Skills

  • Selenium
  • Selenium WebDriver
  • JavaScript
  • Cucumber
  • JIRA
  • GitHub
  • Jenkins
  • JUnit
  • SQL
  • Software Testing Life Cycle
  • Agile Model
  • Waterfall Model
  • Test Plan and Test Methodologies
  • Bug Tracking
  • Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
  • Scripting and Documentation
  • Asset Management Platform
  • Defect Tracking and Reporting
  • Web Application Testing
  • API-Testing
  • Manual Testing
  • Rest Assured Library
  • Postman
  • AWS
  • Monitoring and logging tools
  • Root Cause analysis
  • Automated and Manual Testing
  • Automation framework
  • Cucumber framework
  • JUnit framework
  • Maven framework
  • Page Object framework
  • Data Driven framework
  • Functional Testing
  • Regression Testing
  • End-To-End Testing
  • Database Testing
  • Continuous Integration(CI)
  • Continuous Delivery(CD)
  • Test-driven Development(TDD)
  • Behavior-Driven Development(BDD)
  • Software Development Life Cycle
  • Stress Testing
  • Usability Testing
  • Accessibility Testing
  • Cross-browser Testing
  • Positive Testing
  • Negative Testing
  • Test Case Design and Execution
  • Cross-platform Testing
  • Test Automation Design and Implementation
  • Test Data Management
  • Test environment Setup and management

Languages

English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Full Professional

Timeline

Salesperson

Vexauto
11.2024 - Current

Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

H&M
01.2021 - Current

QA Automation Engineer

LA.CARE
01.2019 - 01.2021

QA Automation Tester

State Farm
01.2017 - 01.2019

Manual Quality Assurance Tester

State Farm
01.2016 - 01.2017

IT BootCamp -

LA

No Degree -

Business
Kamiran Kurexijiang