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NAINA AGARWAL

NAINA AGARWAL

Toronto,ON

Summary

Experienced Senior SDET with over 9 years of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and implementing robust test automation frameworks. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, driving quality initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products. Passionate about leveraging technology to deliver superior user experiences and drive business success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Test Lead

Tech Mahindra Ltd - Rogers Communications
2021.02 - Current
  • Worked with Agile and Scrum methodologies to accomplish project milestones and meet demanding timelines.
  • Created and optimized automated testing tools for repetitive tasks.
  • Worked with off-site teams to complete timely tests and facilitate smooth product releases.
  • Verified development and maintenance of regression test suites, analyzing compliance with prescribed standards.
  • Worked on the E2E designing of the automation frameworks using Page Object Model approach with selenium web driver, TestNG framework using Java, Integration with GitHub.
  • Managed and successfully delivered end to end high quality product while working in agile fashion. Experienced in managing the whole test lifecycle (STLC) single-handedly.
  • Expertise in designing and implementing automation frameworks using Page Object Model approach with selenium web driver, Cucumber using Gherkin, TestNG framework using Java.
  • Applied Agile Delivery methods to simplify testing process decisions through iterative development.
  • Discussed requirements and processes with project managers and developers.
  • Supported DevOps integration to align software development and information technology efforts.
  • Reviewed all test cases and test scripts for quality and identified additional areas to review.

Automation QA Lead

Deloitte USI- Sony Playstation & Chevron
2018.01 - 2019.11
  • Developed Selenium BDD Cucumber Automation framework with TestNG and Maven to perform Functional/Design/Web Services/Accessibility Testing. which was accepted at Deloitte Digital service line level and made mandatory to use in every project under the service line
  • Identified critical defects through rigorous testing, resulting in a more stable product release.
  • Reduced defect leakage by effectively conducting regression testing after each release cycle.
  • Facilitated seamless integration of new team members into ongoing projects through comprehensive training programs and documentation support.
  • Saved 80 hours weekly of manual testing efforts by automating the application work flow and running regression test thrice a day after every build
  • Performed Data-driven Testing, Cross browser testing and Parallel Test execution using Selenium WebDriver, TestNG and Selenium Grid
  • Implemented localization within the framework to scale automation across another language or locale
  • Worked with cloud environments i.e Sauce Labs and Browser stack by scaling the selenium grid concept
  • Experience in branching, merging, tagging and maintaining the version across environments using SCM Tools GIT and GITHUB
  • Knowledge of DevOps basics and configured and created fully automated CI build using Jenkins to run automation tests remotely and successfully running them at multiple intervals throughout the day across different environments
  • Involved in Test Estimations and Test strategy implementation for the project

Quality Assurance

Tech Mahindra Ltd - AT&T
2013.08 - 2017.12
  • Analyzed the product requirements and prepared the test cases.
  • Managed and lead offshore testing team. Reviewed and provided feedback on the test cases
  • Executed test cases based on functional specifications
  • Prepare & Share Status Report as applicable.
  • Performed regression testing using a combination of manual and automated techniques
  • Worked closely with Product Owners and Business stakeholders and Scrum team members to clarify functional requirements, determine testing and test automation requirements,
  • Collaborated with developers and SE's on daily basis to resolve technical issues and streamline defect resolution
  • Proactively shared knowledge across software testing groups on best practices for testing
  • Mitigated risks associated with software releases through rigorous pre-release validation activities like smoke testing and sanity checks.
  • Enhanced user experience by identifying, reporting, and tracking software defects to resolution.
  • Contributed to successful project completion by providing timely updates and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.
  • Implemented data validation checks within automated processes, ensuring accurate results and minimizing errors.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvements using automation technologies.
  • Participated in regular code reviews, promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
  • Reduced manual workload for team members through the development of automated tools like Selenium.

Education

Master of Global Management - Management And Business

Royal Roads University
Victoria, BC
07.2021

Master of Computer Applications - Computer Applications

Sikkim Manipal University
India
01.2017

Bachelor of Computer Applications - Computer Applications

National PG College
India
06.2013

Skills

  • Agile methodologies
  • Requirements analysis and design phases
  • Automation scripting
  • Test planning
  • JIRA/Defect Tracking
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Database MySQL
  • Windows/MAC OS
  • Microsoft Office products
  • Jenkins/GIT/GitHub/CI-CD
  • Object Oriented Programming JAVA
  • Cloud Platforms : Sauce Labs & Browser Stack
  • Selenium Grid
  • Selenium with TestNG

Certification

ISTQB certified

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Test Lead

Tech Mahindra Ltd - Rogers Communications
2021.02 - Current

Automation QA Lead

Deloitte USI- Sony Playstation & Chevron
2018.01 - 2019.11

Quality Assurance

Tech Mahindra Ltd - AT&T
2013.08 - 2017.12

Master of Global Management - Management And Business

Royal Roads University

Master of Computer Applications - Computer Applications

Sikkim Manipal University

Bachelor of Computer Applications - Computer Applications

National PG College

ISTQB certified

NAINA AGARWAL