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Amirtha Narayanan

Amirtha Narayanan

QA Lead

Summary

With over 12 years of extensive experience in software testing, I have successfully applied Agile and Waterfall methodologies across leading organizations including Cognizant and Capgemini. My expertise spans Manual Testing, Webservices/API Automation Testing, and Mobile Application Testing within diverse domains such as Healthcare and Banking and Financial Services.

I am proficient in a wide range of Test Management tools including ALM, RTC, Jira and SQL queries. My international exposure includes a significant tenure in London as a Mobile Test Lead for Lloyds Banking Group, and a business trip to Paris for PSA client engagements.

In addition to my technical skills, I bring strong communication and leadership abilities, having effectively managed teams and collaborated with stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions. I am committed to continuous improvement and hold certifications including ISTQB Foundation Level and L0 – BFS.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Test Lead

Cognizant Technologies Solutions
03.2021 - 05.2024

Project: Webservices Testing, Datastage Testing (Aetna, US)
Tools: RQM, Soap UI, Mainframe, Tidal, Secure FX, Secure CRT, Power BI, Selenium

  • Worked on multiple webservices testing using Soap UI and API Automation using Selenium Java.
  • Mainframe Batch validations and Tidal Job validations as part of ETL process.
  • Delivered high-quality products on schedule through effective use of automated regression tests, minimizing human error during repetitive tasks.
  • Collaborated with developers to ensure timely resolution of identified issues, resulting in improved customer satisfaction.
  • Improved software quality by designing and implementing comprehensive test strategies and plans.
  • Enhanced product performance with thorough troubleshooting and identification of critical defects.
  • Reduced defect leakage rate by conducting thorough root cause analyses and proactively addressing areas of concern in future release cycles.

Test Lead

Capgemini
02.2019 - 10.2020
  • Traveled for 15-day business trip to Paris for PSA client as Test Lead to co-ordinate with client to get more knowledge on Requirements.
  • Worked as Senior Consultant and handled a Team as Testing lead.
  • Have experience on both Retail and Automobile Domain.
  • Worked with supervisors to improve testing capabilities.
  • Collaborated with product owners to stay current on intended functionality.
  • Provided reports on milestones, issues and test concerns to project managers for assistance.
  • Supported test review, defect control and configuration management within delivery pipeline.

Test Analyst

Cognizant Technologies Solutions
07.2012 - 12.2018
  • Worked for 1 year in London for Lloyds Bank as Mobile Test Lead
  • Reviewed all test cases and test scripts for quality and identified additional areas to review.
  • Reduced production issues by implementing rigorous regression testing before each release.
  • Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
  • Facilitated quick issue resolution through clear defect reporting, providing precise steps to reproduce along with relevant screenshots or logs when needed.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Sciences

PSG College of Technology
Coimbatore, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Functional Testing

Timeline

Test Lead

Cognizant Technologies Solutions
03.2021 - 05.2024

Test Lead

Capgemini
02.2019 - 10.2020

Test Analyst

Cognizant Technologies Solutions
07.2012 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Applied Sciences

PSG College of Technology
04.2001 -
Amirtha NarayananQA Lead