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NAVEEN KUMAR

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Summary

Detail-oriented Quality Assurance Engineer with a robust background in software testing methodologies, automation, and API testing. Proficient in developing and executing comprehensive test plans, managing test cases, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Skilled in utilizing Python scripting for test automation, Selenium for web testing, and Jenkins for continuous integration. Experienced in API testing, ensuring the reliability and functionality of backend services. Eager to leverage expertise in QA processes, including Agile/Scrum development and waterfall methodology, to contribute effectively to Lux Trust. Holds a master's degree in computer science and is a certified ISTQB Tester and SAFE practitioner.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Test Engineer

Amadeus
Nice
07.2023 - Current
  • Defined a robust test strategy and test plan, encompassing both functional and non-functional test cases, ensuring alignment with specifications and customer requirements
  • Utilized Selenium locators such as Xpath and CSS Selector, along with JavaScript executor and the robot class, to effectively locate challenging web elements, including dynamic and invisible ones, as well as both browser and system-generated pop-ups, facilitating comprehensive testing of web applications.
  • Developed Automation scripts for new enhancements using Selenium WebDriver and Test NG.
  • Implemented POM (Page Object Model) automation framework using Java, Selenium web driver.
  • Work on distributed test automation execution on different environment as part of Continuous Integration Process using Selenium Grid and Jenkins.
  • Streamlined automation processes for granular API testing, increasing test coverage from 50% to 78% and compatibility with a variety of mobile and web applications.
  • Conducted contract testing to ensure that APIs adhere to their defined contracts, including request and response formats, status codes, and error handling.
  • Performed negative testing scenarios to validate API error handling and resilience under adverse conditions. Injected invalid inputs, malformed requests, and unexpected payloads to verify that APIs return appropriate error responses and maintain system stability.

Test Lead

TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Hyderabad
03.2020 - 08.2021
  • Implemented multi-threading execution which reduced the total amount of time to execute automated tests by 65%
  • Prepared Project Test Strategy by defining the Levels and Types of Testing, Areas Responsible for testing Defect Management Process
  • Perform parameterization of the automated test scripts in Selenium to check how the application performs against multiple sets of data Contributed in developing Automation Framework that uses Java, Selenium WebDriver and TestNG.
  • Involved in testing REST services using Rest Assured and tested both XML and JSON formats.
  • Coordinated with teams to Define and Implement build migration schedules to ensure the Test Execution is not impacted with functionalities are available to test.
  • Optimized documentation and reporting preparation procedures which cut down reporting time by 20%
  • Facilitated Defect Triage meeting and informing Senior Management of Risks / Issues discovered while testing
  • Provided detailed test reports with findings and recommendations to the program managers.
  • Developed Maven Build scripts to run Sanity Test scripts developed in Selenium WebDriver (java).

Test Lead

TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Hyderabad
08.2019 - 02.2020
  • Conducted manual and automated testing on software applications, including functional testing, integration testing, and regression testing, to ensure software quality and stability
  • Created and executed test plans, test cases, and test scripts to validate software functionality and user interface
  • Collaborated in the automation of the test-case design along with team members that saved an overall of 55% of test design time
  • Participated in Agile/scrum development process and contributed to sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-up meetings
  • Tested API state management mechanisms such as sessions, cookies, and caching to ensure proper handling of stateful operations. Validated the persistence and synchronization of session data across multiple API requests and sessions to maintain application state.
  • Used Selenium to expand test scenarios to catch more bugs and improve quality.

System Engineer

TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Mumbai
06.2016 - 08.2019
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  • Communicated and presented insights clearly with the team, developers to discuss open issues and communicating with onsite team
  • Set up Selenium tools from scratch and configured various other peripherals tools to perform Seleniliasing.Developed automated test scripts using Selenium and in Java Eclipse.
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    Education

    MSc in Computer Science -

    EPITA (École Pour l'Informatique et les Techniques Avancées)-Paris

    B.Tech., Electrical and Electronics Engineering -

    JNTU-Hyderabad

    Skills

    • Programming Languages : Python, JavaScript, Gherkin, Linux
    • Databases : Postgre SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, RDBMS, Impala
    • Testing Tools : Selenium, TestNg, Robot Framework, Cucumber BDD
    • Automation : Selenium, Postman for API, Rest Assured, BDD
    • Additional Tools: Bitbucket, Confluence, Jenkins, BPMN, XML, SoapUI, Rest API
    • Soft Skills : Decision-making, Collaboration, Adaptability, Communication, Analytical thinking, Team Management

    Certification

    • ISTQB- Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL)
    • Certified SAFe 6 Practitioner from Scaled Agile, Inc.
    • HP Load Runner 12x Software Essentials

    Languages

    • English
    • French
    • Telugu

    Timeline

    Test Engineer

    Amadeus
    07.2023 - Current

    Test Lead

    TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES
    03.2020 - 08.2021

    Test Lead

    TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES
    08.2019 - 02.2020

    System Engineer

    TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES
    06.2016 - 08.2019

    MSc in Computer Science -

    EPITA (École Pour l'Informatique et les Techniques Avancées)-Paris

    B.Tech., Electrical and Electronics Engineering -

    JNTU-Hyderabad

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