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ATHIRA KRISHNAN B

Kozhikode

Summary

  • QA professional with 6 years of experience in both manual and automation testing, specializing in ensuring software quality through functional, regression, API, and mobile testing, with strong expertise in Selenium WebDriver (Java), Appium, and TestNG.
  • Hands-on expertise in script development, test execution, and code maintenance using Selenium Java.
  • Experienced in working within Agile Scrum methodology, actively participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Developed skills in quality assurance within a fast-paced technology environment, focusing on software testing and defect management.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior QA Engineer

QBurst Technologies
Ernakulam, India
06.2021 - Current

Client Name: Adastria.

Tools used: Selenium, Java, TestNG, Charles Proxy, DBeaver, Squash, Backlog, Mobile App Testing.

  • Worked on the retail project as a Senior Mobile and Web Manual and Automation Tester.
  • Designed, developed, and executed automation test scripts using Selenium WebDriver with Java, and Appium with the TestNG framework.
  • Maintained robust automation frameworks using the Page Object Model (POM).
  • Automated regression test suites for critical modules, and integrated them with GitLab.
  • Stored and managed automation code in GitLab repositories, ensuring version control and team collaboration.
  • Actively participated in Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Performed mobile application testing based on user stories, validating app functionality, performance, and usability across iOS and Android platforms.
  • Created and managed test cases using Squash TM, ensuring test coverage and traceability to requirements.
  • Utilized the Backlog tool for defect management, tracking bugs from identification through resolution, to closure.
  • I used Postman to perform API testing, validating the request and response.
  • Used Charles Proxy to capture and analyze network traffic.
  • I worked with DBeaver for database testing and validation.
  • Contributed to root cause analysis to determine the core reason for failures and errors.

QA Engineer

QBurst
Ernakulam, India
03.2021 - 05.2021

Client Name: Tridiuum

Tools Used: Functional Testing, Microsoft Excel, Selenium, Java, GitLab.

  • Developed and executed automation test scripts for web applications using Selenium WebDriver with Java.
  • Used the Page Object Model (POM) and a data-driven framework for scalable and reusable automation.
  • Created and maintained regression test suites, automated critical functional flows, and reduced manual testing effort.
  • Managed and version-controlled automation scripts in GitLab repositories for seamless collaboration across teams.
  • Contributed to successful product launches through meticulous end-to-end testing of applications.
  • Collaborated with developers to identify and resolve software issues, leading to higher product reliability.
  • Optimized test coverage by maintaining a well-organized, up-to-date library of test cases, corresponding to application requirements changes over time.
  • Accelerated issue resolution times by effectively prioritizing defects based on severity and impact on the end-user experience.
  • Optimized test environments for more efficient test execution, contributing to shorter development cycles.
  • Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.

QA Engineer

QBurst
Ernakulam, India
11.2020 - 02.2021

Client Name: ONCOassist.

Tools Used: JIRA, Microsoft Excel.

  • Contributed to successful product releases by performing comprehensive end-to-end testing of applications.
  • Partnered with developers to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve defects, improving overall product reliability and performance.
  • Designed and documented test cases based on customer requirements to ensure complete test coverage.
  • Executed manual test cases to validate functionality, usability, and business workflows.
  • Managed and tracked defects using JIRA, ensuring timely reporting, prioritization, and closure.

Junior Software QA Tester

Others
Ernakulam, India
08.2019 - 11.2020

Organization: Vuelogix Technologies

Tools Used: JIRA, Remmina, Microsoft Excel.

  • Designed, executed, and optimized manual test cases to ensure consistent coverage and thorough validation of application functionality.
  • Reported, tracked, and monitored defects through JIRA, ensuring timely resolution and quality improvements.
  • Encouraged collaboration within the QA team by promoting open communication, knowledge sharing, and joint problem-solving.
  • Supported smooth software releases by contributing to release management activities, including version control, build validation, and deployment sign-offs.
  • Accelerated defect resolution by clearly documenting and communicating issues to developers, with detailed reproduction steps.
  • Used the Rammina tool to remotely access, monitor, and troubleshoot test environments, enabling efficient validation of applications across different systems.

Education

BTech - Electronics And Communication Engineering

M Dasan Institute of Technology
Kozhikode
05-2018

Skills

  • Selenium webdriver
  • Java
  • Appium
  • TestNG
  • GitLab
  • Postman
  • Jira
  • Backlog

Certification

  • ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) - International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB).

Timeline

Senior QA Engineer

QBurst Technologies
06.2021 - Current

QA Engineer

QBurst
03.2021 - 05.2021

QA Engineer

QBurst
11.2020 - 02.2021

Junior Software QA Tester

Others
08.2019 - 11.2020

BTech - Electronics And Communication Engineering

M Dasan Institute of Technology
ATHIRA KRISHNAN B