Dynamic Lead Software Testing Engineer with expertise in Audit and controls, Agile scrum methodology, Automated and functional testing. Proven track record in enhancing software quality through effective risk management and collaboration. A results-oriented team player, adept at optimizing processes and mentoring junior engineers to achieve project success. Strong focus on collaboration and delivering consistent results. Adaptable and reliable team member with keen problem-solving abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Software Testing Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions, CTS
01.2022 - Current
Supported product managers and development teams across phases of testing from planning to execution, troubleshooting and reporting within high-volume, agile environment.
Developed comprehensive test plans and strategies to address functional, performance, security, and usability aspects of software products.
Provided regular progress reports to stakeholders, highlighting key achievements, risks, mitigation plans, and other relevant updates.
Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
Conducted root cause analysis of critical issues and collaborated with development teams for timely resolution, reducing overall defect rates.
Promoted enterprise-level risk management practices and helped instill strong culture focused on protective policies and procedures.
Verified certificates of insurance for accuracy and conformance with internal risk management policies and coordinated issuance to individuals and entities.
Assessed financial risks by conducting thorough analyses of market trends, economic conditions, and credit portfolios.
Reduced financial discrepancies by conducting thorough internal audits and identifying areas for improvement.
Managed relationships with external auditors and regulators ensuring compliance with relevant standards and requirements.
Streamlined the transition from manual to automated processes by identifying potential bottlenecks and working closely with affected departments to address concerns proactively.
Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented internal controls by regularly reviewing policies and procedures for compliance with regulatory requirements.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for process improvements, resulting in increased productivity.
Demonstrated new product features and functionality to project stakeholders.
Mentored junior QA engineers, contributing to their professional growth and skill development.
Trained and guided onsite and offshore team members in quality assurance standards, policies and procedures.
Spearheaded test case optimization initiatives to reduce redundancies while maintaining robustness in test coverage.
Stayed current with industry trends and advancements in QA methodologies, incorporating new techniques into the team''s processes as appropriate.
Contributed to post-release review meetings by providing valuable feedback on areas for improvement based on QA findings during the project cycle.
Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
Developed metrics-driven approach to track progress and evaluate the effectiveness of QA efforts.
Senior Software Test Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions, CTS
07.2018 - 12.2021
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features into existing systems.
Assisted with minimizing risk exposure by reviewing claim validity and viability against coverage standards.
Expanded test coverage by continuously updating test cases based on evolving user stories and project specifications.
Facilitated open communication channels between departments for better identification and assessment of interconnected risks.
Contributed to agile development process through active participation in sprint planning sessions and daily stand-up meetings.
Optimized testing processes by identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements in test automation frameworks.
Software Test Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions, CTS
04.2015 - 06.2018
Managed defect tracking systems, ensuring accurate documentation of issues for efficient resolution.
Identified critical bugs and worked closely with developers to ensure timely resolution, resulting in a more stable product.
Conducted regression testing, analyzed results, and submitted observations to development team.
Optimized test cases to maximize success of automated software testing.
Coordinated regression test automation activities across supported applications.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
MNM Engineering College (Anna University)
Chennai, India
04-2014
Skills
Agile Scrum methodology
Automated and Functional testing
Audit and Risk management
Good communication, flexible and adaptable
Result oriented and Team player
JIRA
SQL
Azure Devops
Power BI
Selenium
Accomplishments
Documented and resolved Critical bugs in a short span of time leading to successful project delivery.
Developed Automation suites which replaced the manual testing efforts resulting in a savings of $200,000 annually
Implemented internal controls pertaining to Audit resulting in efficient risk management process