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ANJANA KUMARI

Edinburgh

Summary

Senior Test Analyst with over 9 years of experience in automation testing and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Skilled in test automation using tools like Selenium, Provar, Cucumber, and Cypress, with expertise in programming languages such as Java, Python, and SQL. Proven track record of reducing testing cycle times by 15%, enhancing test coverage by 20%, and driving efficiency in Agile and SAFe Agile environments. Adept at designing and implementing scalable test frameworks, performing API testing with Postman and RestAssured, and leveraging CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Git, Azure DevOps) to streamline delivery. Known for a user-centric approach, troubleshooting critical issues, and collaborating across diverse teams to ensure robust product quality and seamless releases.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Test Analyst

SKY
07.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with development teams to define testability requirements and implement quality checks across multiple stages, including Development, Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD), and System Integration Testing (SIT), ensuring seamless deliverables
  • Partnered with the Release Management team to align testing efforts with production deployments, reducing release issues by 15% and enhancing deployment readiness
  • Coordinated with the Test Environment Management team to validate component levels and configurations, achieving a 20% reduction in environment-related issues across testing phases
  • Developed and implemented test frameworks adhering to SOLID principles and design patterns, ensuring scalability and maintainability for complex systems
  • Conducted continuous reviews of automated Continuous Delivery test cases, optimizing test cycle times by 25%, and maintaining high-quality standards across the pipeline
  • Provided line management to a team of 5 Test Analysts, overseeing performance reviews, setting development objectives, and improving team efficiency by 30% through mentorship and structured goal setting
  • Took ownership of leading and executing various testing phases, including Device Testing, Exploratory Testing, Regression Testing, Integration Testing, and End-to-End Testing across diverse platforms and devices
  • Designed and executed manual and automated test cases to verify functional and non-functional requirements, ensuring comprehensive coverage and product quality
  • Liaised with product teams to implement joined-up testing approaches for multi-team projects, driving cross-functional collaboration
  • Troubleshot and identified critical bugs, verified reported issues, and performed root cause analysis to ensure stability and reliability
  • Produced concise and descriptive reports demonstrating the functionality and quality of deliverables, ensuring stakeholders received actionable insights
  • Advocated a whole-team approach to quality within Agile workflows, integrating testing strategies into product development lifecycles
  • Attended specialist interest groups and conferences to stay updated on the latest testing methodologies and tools, ensuring continuous improvement in processes
  • Contributed to the development of junior team members by providing mentorship, sharing best practices, and fostering a collaborative work environment
  • Applied user-centric testing principles to ensure a positive user experience, acting as an advocate for end-users during testing phases
  • Utilized test automation tools like Selenium and Provar to streamline processes, achieving efficiency gains and ensuring compatibility with CI/CD pipelines
  • Worked extensively with test management tools such as JIRA, Zephyr, and Confluence to track defects, manage test cases, and document testing processes

Senior Automation Tester

Atos Syntel
03.2021 - 03.2023
  • Designed and implemented robust automation testing strategies using Selenium and Provar for Salesforce applications, achieving a 30% increase in testing efficiency and significantly reducing manual efforts
  • Spearheaded the automation of Salesforce web applications using Provar for UI and API testing, ensuring 95% test coverage and delivering high-quality software with minimal defects
  • Optimized testing workflows by staying updated on the latest Salesforce releases and tool advancements, leading to a 20% enhancement in testing alignment with new features and practices
  • Achieved a 20% boost in defect detection rates by leveraging Provar effectively, improving overall product quality and reducing production issues
  • Streamlined automated test suites, reducing execution times by 40%, while integrating them seamlessly into Continuous Integration (CI) pipelines, ensuring faster and more reliable software deployments
  • Led a successful Proof of Concept (PoC) using Cypress as a testing framework, demonstrating its value and driving adoption for future projects, resulting in enhanced testing scalability

Automation Test Analyst

Allstate Solutions Private Limited
11.2018 - 02.2021
  • Designed and implemented scalable automation testing strategies using Selenium WebDriver for web applications, achieving comprehensive test coverage and significantly improving process efficiency
  • Collaborated within an Agile development environment, leveraging a strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to align testing seamlessly with development workflows
  • Partnered with developers to identify, report, and verify critical defects, ensuring timely resolution and contributing to 20% fewer production issues
  • Utilized advanced test automation frameworks, enhancing speed and accuracy while reducing manual testing efforts, improving the overall efficiency of the testing process by 25%

Test Analyst

Infosys Limited
02.2015 - 10.2018
  • Coached and mentored team members on test automation best practices, increasing team productivity and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in testing methodologies
  • Demonstrated strong communication and collaboration skills, effectively working with cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and improve overall team dynamics
  • Analyzed and resolved complex testing challenges systematically, delivering streamlined processes that enhanced overall testing effectiveness and reduced defects
  • Collaborated with the Project Manager to align testing efforts with milestones, ensuring the on-time delivery of high-quality software
  • Worked closely with developers to identify and resolve critical defects, minimizing potential risks and improving product reliability

Education

Master - Computer Application

BIT Mesra
01.2014

Skills

  • Automation Tools: Selenium, Cucumber, Provar (Salesforce), Cypress, Postman, UFT, JMeter, RestAssured
  • Programming Languages: Java, C#, SQL, NET, JavaScript, Python
  • CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket, Azure DevOps, Report Portal, CircleCI
  • Frameworks: TestNG, JUnit, TDD/BDD, Data-Driven Frameworks, Hybrid Automation Frameworks
  • Cloud & Platforms: AWS, Salesforce, Azure, Docker
  • Methodologies: Agile (Scrum, SAFe Agile), Waterfall, DevOps Testing
  • Test Management Tools: JIRA, Zephyr, Confluence, ALM (Application Lifecycle Management), TestRail
  • Performance Testing Tools: JMeter, LoadRunner
  • API Testing: Postman, RestAssured, SoapUI

Timeline

Senior Test Analyst

SKY
07.2023 - Current

Senior Automation Tester

Atos Syntel
03.2021 - 03.2023

Automation Test Analyst

Allstate Solutions Private Limited
11.2018 - 02.2021

Test Analyst

Infosys Limited
02.2015 - 10.2018

Master - Computer Application

BIT Mesra

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