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Arun George

Agile Technical Software Tester
Vazhakulam

Summary

Driven Software Test Engineer, holding the ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level Agile Technical Tester and Foundation Level certifications, with 2+ years of proven expertise in ensuring exceptional software quality. I excel in strategically designing and executing comprehensive test plans, proactively identifying critical defects, and fostering seamless collaboration within agile development environments. My proficiency in Agile-Scrum and Waterfall methodologies, coupled with advanced tool expertise (Selenium-python, Appium-python, Postman, TestRail), enables me to deliver high-impact testing solutions. I am committed to continuous learning and seek a challenging role where I can leverage my advanced certifications and strategic testing approach to drive significant product success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Software Test Engineer

Gadgeon Smart System
06.2022 - Current
  • Internship (June 2022 - September 2022)
  • Project 1: Head worn solution for a US customer (October 2022 - May 2024)
  • Description: A head-worn system that transforms the way technician operations and complex maintenance are carried out. This aids in improving the effectiveness of the most important tasks while gathering data, monitoring team progress, and receiving information.
  • Roles: Cloud application testing, Android application testing
  • Tests: Functional Testing, Integration Testing, Regression Testing
  • Tools: Testrail, Jira
  • Responsibilities:
    a. Full-Stack Application Testing: Successfully tested a complex application spanning cloud and Android platforms, encompassing workflow management, task management, video calling, file transfer, media handling, report generation, and multi-role user profile management.

    b. Comprehensive Test Coverage: Developed and executed a large suite of test cases, ensuring extensive coverage of all application functionalities and user scenarios.

    c. Test Management & Bug Tracking: Proficiently utilized TestRail for test case management and execution, and Jira for bug tracking and reporting.

    d. Proactive Issue Identification: Successfully identified critical, out-of-the-box issues with potential negative business impact, preventing them from reaching production.

    e. Agile Environment Expertise: Thrived in a fast-paced Agile environment, adapting quickly to frequently changing requirements and delivering high-quality results.

    f. Requirements Analysis & Test Planning: Analyzed Business Requirement Documents (BRDs) to create comprehensive test plans and detailed test cases for new functionalities.

    g. Technical Collaboration: Actively collaborated with the development team to understand technical design and architecture, enabling effective test planning and execution.

    h. Effective Bug Management: Categorized bugs based on severity and effectively communicated with the development team to ensure timely resolution.

    i. Process Improvement & Quality Focus: Actively participated in daily stand-ups and other meetings, contributing to continuous improvement of the testing process and overall product quality.

    j. Customer Engagement: Engaged with customers through interactive product demonstrations, effectively communicating the value and benefits of each feature.
  • Project 2: Vibrational Analyst Application for a European customer (June 2024 - December 2024)
  • Description: This project provides a comprehensive cloud-based solution for vibration analysis engineers. Utilizing dedicated capture devices and an Android application for seamless data transmission, the system enables real-time monitoring and analysis. Data is securely stored in the cloud and accessible via a Windows standalone application, which generates trend, FFT, and waveform graphs for detailed pattern and anomaly detection, correlated with RPM. The platform supports multi-facility, machine, and component management, along with customizable measurement channels and analysis bands, streamlining vibration analysis workflows and enhancing diagnostic capabilities.
  • Roles: Stand alone windows application testing, Cloud application testing
  • Tests: Functional Testing, Integration Testing, Regression Testing
  • Tools: Testrail, Azure Boards
  • Responsibilities:
    a. Industrial IoT Application Testing: Successfully tested an industrial IoT application that ingests vibration data from collector devices, displaying it as graphs and spectrums for engineering analysis of trends and anomaly detection.

    b. Complex Data Visualization Testing: Validated the accurate display and analysis of complex data related to channels, RPM, bearings, plants, facilities, machines, components, devices, measurement channels, and analysis bands.

    c. Anomaly Detection Testing: Tested the alarm and warning systems used for anomaly detection in trend and spectrum graphs, ensuring accurate identification of potential issues.

    d. End-to-End Testing: Conducted comprehensive end-to-end testing of the application, ensuring seamless integration of all components and functionalities.

    e. Agile Testing from User Stories: Authored test cases based on user stories and acceptance criteria within an Agile framework, ensuring comprehensive test coverage and alignment with user needs.

    f. Test Management & Bug Tracking: Utilized TestRail for test case management and execution, and Azure Boards for bug tracking and reporting.

    g. Technical Collaboration: Collaborated closely with the development team to understand technical design and architecture, facilitating effective test planning and execution.

    h. Effective Bug Management: Categorized and prioritized bugs based on severity, working closely with the development team to ensure timely resolution.

    i. Continuous Improvement & Reporting: Actively participated in daily stand-ups and other Agile ceremonies, contributing to process improvements and sharing daily test status reports with the team.

    j. Customer Demonstrations: Conducted multiple product demos for customers, thoroughly explaining each feature and its benefits.
  • Project 3: Fuel Analysis Platform (January 2025 - Present)
  • Description: This cloud-based platform streamlines fuel sample testing for clients. It facilitates job creation for incoming samples, manages client companies, users, and product details, and enables the creation of customized tests and suites. Technicians conduct tests, update results directly into the system, and clients receive comprehensive reports. The application also supports barge/survey management, ticket generation for query resolution, and efficient workflow management from sample receipt to result delivery.
  • Roles: Cloud application testing
  • Tests: Functional Testing, System Testing, Regression Testing
    Tools: Testrail, Azure Boards
  • Responsibilities:
    a. Engineered comprehensive test strategies, authoring 4,000+ test cases, ensuring maximum functional coverage and proactively identifying critical requirement gaps through rigorous analysis.

    b. Drove significant build quality improvements by executing meticulous functional testing and effectively managing defect tracking via Azure Boards, improving build quality for regression testing.

    c. Streamlined testing workflows and enhanced team communication by leveraging TestRail for efficient test case management and providing transparent, actionable test reports to stakeholders.

    d. Proactively communicated potential project risks and ambiguities to management, facilitating informed decision-making and ensuring alignment between development and requirements.

    e. Consistently delivered clear, concise updates during daily stand-ups, fostering team collaboration and ensuring project transparency.

Assistant Professor of Mathematics (on Contract)

Nirmala College, Muvattupuzha
08.2020 - 06.2022
  • Cultivated strong communication and presentation skills through two years of collegiate-level instruction, effectively conveying complex mathematical concepts to groups of 60-70 students, directly translating to clear and concise bug reporting and stakeholder demos.
  • Demonstrated exceptional organizational and time management abilities by consistently delivering curriculum and assessments within tight academic schedules, ensuring timely completion of testing tasks and project milestones.
  • Honed the ability to break down intricate problems and explain them in a digestible manner, a skill directly applicable to translating technical testing findings into actionable insights for development teams and stakeholders.
  • Developed a proven track record of fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment, translating to building strong working relationships and maintaining a proactive attitude within testing teams.
  • Gained experience in motivating and guiding diverse student groups, enhancing the ability to effectively communicate testing priorities and drive collaborative problem-solving within cross-functional teams.
  • Transferred the ability to handle large groups of students, ensuring all students are on the same page, to handling large group of stake holders, ensuring all stake holders are on the same page.

Education

Master of Science - Mathematics

Mar Athanasius (Autonomous) College Kothamangalam
Kothamangalam, India
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Nirmala College Muvattupuzha
Muvattupuzha, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Test planning

User acceptance testing

Testing coordination

Risk assessment

Exploratory testing

Manual test case preparation

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Documentation skills

Scrum methodology

Adaptability and flexibility

Task prioritization

Reliability

Cross-functional team collaboration

Test scheduling

Team collaboration

Certification

ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level Agile Technical Tester

Movies, Reading, Learning, Singing, Dancing, Cycling, Sports, Games, Workout

  • Passionate about exploring futuristic and imaginative concepts through sci-fi, adventure, and thriller films.
  • Avid reader of fiction, with a particular admiration for the storytelling of Chetan Bhagat.
  • Enthusiastic about continuous learning, staying updated with emerging technologies to enhance my professional expertise.
  • Appreciate music as a source of rejuvenation and occasionally express creativity through dance.
  • Actively engage in sports and games to foster discipline, maintain physical fitness, and embrace new challenges.

Timeline

Software Test Engineer

Gadgeon Smart System
06.2022 - Current

Assistant Professor of Mathematics (on Contract)

Nirmala College, Muvattupuzha
08.2020 - 06.2022

Master of Science - Mathematics

Mar Athanasius (Autonomous) College Kothamangalam
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Nirmala College Muvattupuzha
04.2001 -
Arun GeorgeAgile Technical Software Tester