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VISHAL UTTEKAR

Toronto,ON

Summary

With over 9 years of automation testing experience with Selenium WebDriver and UFT, skilled at automating both web-based and desktop-based apps. Skilled at API testing using Postman and automation scripts with HTTP Client and RestAssured java libraries. Proficient at working with hybrid frameworks and making full use of the TestNG framework. Strong knowledge of Object Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts and extensive use of Core Java for test case automation. Experience with test object models, functional and regression test automation, and strong technical, troubleshooting, and communication skills. A solid understanding of testing procedures, along with a strong technical background. Proficiency in SQL and database principles enhances overall testing competence.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Test Lead

Tech Mahindra Ltd.(Client - Scotiabank)
11.2021 - Current
  • Completed automation of functional and regression testing.
  • Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
  • Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
  • Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
  • Maintained, debugged and optimized automation programs.
  • Reduced manual testing efforts for faster product delivery with creation of robust automated test scripts.
  • Enhanced automation test coverage by implementing new testing strategies and approaches.
  • Actively participated in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning and retrospective meetings, providing valuable feedback on testing activities.
  • Executed test cases and documented defects, confirming resolution and mitigation of defects.
  • Conducted regression testing during each sprint.
  • Collaborated with developers and product owners to stay current on product features and intended functionality.
  • Created accurate and successful test scripts to manage automated testing of certain products and features.
  • Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.

Sr. Software Engineer

Tech Mahindra Ltd.(Client - Scotiabank)
08.2019 - 11.2021
  • Involved in automation script development, maintenance and execution of scripts using Selenium WebDriver
  • Performed API testing using automation( using httpclient and RestAssured libraries) and Postman
  • Maintenance of existing UFT automation test scripts
  • Interact with functional team to develop understanding of project and testing objectives
  • Design and create test conditions and scripts to address business and technical use cases
  • Script execution and analysis automation test results
  • Participate in troubleshooting of issues with different teams to drive towards root cause identification and resolution
  • Document, track and escalate issues using Quality Center
  • Retesting of the raised issues
  • Conducting UFT and Selenium sessions for freshers.
  • Developed scalable applications using agile methodologies for timely project delivery.

Quality Assurance Automation Test Engineer

Synechron(Client - Wells Fargo)
05.2016 - 08.2019
  • Interact with product management, project management and development teams to develop strong understanding of project and testing objectives
  • Design and create test conditions and scripts to address business and technical use cases
  • Use existing tools and techniques to execute test cases and build/script new tools for performing testing/validation function
  • Develop and lead automation strategy/effort and generate scripts to perform automated testing cycles using QTP/UFT and Selenium WebDriver
  • Execute and analysis automation test results
  • Developed test cases using Hybrid and Cucumber BDD framework
  • Participate in troubleshooting and triaging of issues with different teams to drive towards root cause identification and resolution
  • Document, track and escalate issues using Quality Center
  • Support production deployment of applications and perform “validation testing” during off-hours maintenance windows.

Software Tester

Bajaj Finance Ltd.
04.2015 - 04.2016
  • Understand business requirement documents
  • Preparing test plan and test cases
  • Execution and Development of Automation Scripts using Selenium
  • Involved in functional testing and integration testing
  • Responsible for executing test cases, documenting results and defects
  • Testing and fault finding finished systems in accordance with company procedures
  • Reporting to the Test Manager if any issues or potential prioritization conflicts.
  • Improved software quality by executing thorough test cases and identifying critical defects.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering

University of Pune
Pune, India
05.2014

Skills

    • Proficient in Selenium WebDriver
    • Strong TestNG knowledge
    • Proficient in Java
    • Familiarity with Maven
    • BDD
    • Git Version Control
    • Skilled in SQL
    • Object-Oriented Programming
      • Decision-Making
      • Problem-Solving
      • Multitasking
      • Regression Testing
      • Test environment setup
      • Document Control
      • Defect Tracking and Reporting
      • Jira and Confluence

Languages

English, Hindi and Marathi

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge.

Timeline

Test Lead

Tech Mahindra Ltd.(Client - Scotiabank)
11.2021 - Current

Sr. Software Engineer

Tech Mahindra Ltd.(Client - Scotiabank)
08.2019 - 11.2021

Quality Assurance Automation Test Engineer

Synechron(Client - Wells Fargo)
05.2016 - 08.2019

Software Tester

Bajaj Finance Ltd.
04.2015 - 04.2016

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering

University of Pune
VISHAL UTTEKAR