Shenbagapandiyan S.M
Abudhabi,UAE
Summary
Experienced QA Test Lead with lengthy analytical background and knowledge of classes and testing methodologies. Use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of IT systems. Comfortable working on multiple projects simultaneously. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Talent in administrative oversight, recruitment processes and customer service improvements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
QA Test Lead
ADports group
Abudhabi
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Plan tests - considering context and understanding test objectives and risk - including Selecting test approaches, estimating time, effort and cost of testing, acquiring resources, defining test levels, cycles and planning incident management.
- Participated in Requirement Grooming Sessions with Business Analysis team to ensure clarity and understanding of project objectives.
- Crafted comprehensive QA Estimations for each sprint in collaboration with Development team, optimizing resource allocation and timelines.
- Engaged actively in Daily Standup calls, providing updates on QA activities and fostering team communication.
- Decide about implementation of test environment.
- Designed and maintained detailed Test Cases derived from User Stories, ensuring thorough coverage in Test Repository.
- Diligently identified defects and efficiently logged bugs using advanced Bug Tracking Tools to enhance product quality.
- Designed performance testing objectives and scope to by setting up metrics to measure, load scenarios to simulate.
- Prepared load realistic and sufficient test data required for performance testing activities
- Configure and manage performance test environment that mimics production environment as closely as possible.
- Identifying non-functional requirements for application, such as security, scalability, and usability.
- Decide what to be automated, to what degree and how
- Select tools to support testing and organize any training in tool use for testers.
- Developed sophisticated Automation Scripts for various modules using Test Complete tool, enhancing testing efficiency.
- Write test summary reports based on information gathered during testing.
- Adapt planning based on test results and progress(tweaking test plan) and take necessary actions to compensate for problems.
- Identified bugs, risks and anomalies, applying action to prevent reoccurrence.
- Verified records and documentation met agreed criteria, eliminating errors and delays.
- Assessed program functionality against user requirements and established guidelines.
Senior QA Engineer
GAVS Technologies
Chennai, India
06.2014 - 11.2021
- • Conducted comprehensive QA analysis, critical input on requirements and user interface discrepancies.
- • Spearheaded Functional and Regression testing, including AWS Test Environment configuration and End-to-End testing.
- • Expertly tested applications across diverse Windows environments, including Server 2008, 2012, and Windows 7 & 10 clients.
- • Designed and executed robust test cases, ensuring meticulous test coverage validation for all requirements.
- • Diligently identified and tracked defects to resolution, upholding product quality standards.
- • Actively participated in Sprint Planning and Retrospective meetings, contributing to agile process refinement.
- • Facilitated effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Development, Business Systems Analysis, and DevOps, to meet project deadlines.
- • Extended testing expertise to mobile platforms, ensuring application integrity on devices like iPads, iPhones, and Samsung Galaxy.
QA Test Engineer
Photon Interactive (P) Ltd
Chennai, DLF IT park, India
11.2010 - 05.2014
- • Proficient in interpreting project requirements and aligning with organizational quality benchmarks.
- • Expertise in crafting and conducting peer reviews of detailed Test Cases.
- • Skilled in logging defects efficiently using Advanced Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools.
- • Demonstrated experience in executing manual testing for Mobile applications across physical devices, Emulators, and Simulators.
- • Competent in test result analysis and script adjustments to enhance test accuracy.
- • Developed comprehensive Test Cases tailored to specific use cases.
- • Conducted thorough Functional and Regression testing employing Selenium automation scripts.
- • Adept at documenting test outcomes and managing defects within bug tracking systems.
Education
Postgraduate Degree - Information Technology
SRM Arts & Science College
Chennai, India 04.2003 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Sri Sankara Arts & Science College
Kanchipuram, India 04.2000 - 06.2003
Skills
- Web & Mobile App Testing
- Defect monitoring
- Manual test case preparation
- Automation knowledge
- Cross-platform testing
- Python
- Agile methodology
- Functional Testing
- Performance Testing(jmeter)
- API(Application Programming Interface)
- MySQL
- Technical Support
- DotCMS
- Robot Framework
- BDD Framework
- Leadership
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
Quote
Stopping advertising to save money is like stopping your watch to save time.
Henry Ford
Timeline
QA Test Lead
ADports group
03.2022 - 05.2024
Senior QA Engineer
GAVS Technologies
06.2014 - 11.2021
QA Test Engineer
Photon Interactive (P) Ltd
11.2010 - 05.2014
Postgraduate Degree - Information Technology
SRM Arts & Science College
04.2003 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Sri Sankara Arts & Science College
04.2000 - 06.2003
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