Hi, I’m
Gaurav Pant
Panchkula
Summary
Accomplished and results-driven QA and Project Manager with over 16 years of experience in manual and automation testing. Extensive expertise in leading cross-functional teams, delivering quality-driven projects, and executing effective testing strategies for software applications. Adept at driving improvements in testing processes, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products. Strong technical and managerial skills with a deep understanding of various testing methodologies, test automation frameworks, and project management practices.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
3
Certifications
Work History
Trantor Software
QA Manager
03.2012 - Current
Job overview
- Lead the QA team in a large-scale Agile environment, managing testing activities across manual and automation projects
- Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies, ensuring test coverage for functional, regression, and integration tests
- Spearhead the automation testing initiatives using Selenium WebDriver, reducing testing time by 40%
- Manage project timelines, resources, and budget, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (development, product management, and operations) to ensure smooth project execution
- Provide regular updates and reports to senior management and stakeholders regarding test progress, defects, and risks
- Mentor junior and mid-level QA engineers, providing training and guidance in automation frameworks and testing best practices
- Develop and maintain test scripts, test data, and defect tracking in Jira, ensuring proper documentation and traceability
- Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives for a 10+ member Agile team
- Key Achievements:
- Reduced defect leakage to production by 30% through enhanced test coverage and early-stage automation
- Successfully delivered 10+ high-profile projects on time by balancing resource allocation and project requirements
- Played a pivotal role in enhancing test automation efficiency, resulting in a 50% reduction in testing cycles
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination between QA, development, and support departments.
- Improved overall efficiency of the QA department through strategic planning and resource allocation.
Antenna Software Pvt Limited
QA Lead
07.2009 - 02.2012
Job overview
- Led a team of 12 QA engineers for multiple projects, driving quality initiatives across both manual and automated testing
- Ensured that quality metrics such as test coverage, defect rates, and automated test success rates were aligned with project goals
- Coordinated with product managers to define testable user stories and ensure all requirements were well-documented and clear
- Oversaw end-to-end testing cycles, including test planning, execution, defect management, and reporting
- Drove the adoption of Agile practices within the testing team, facilitating sprint planning and retrospectives
- Key Achievements:
- Successfully automated 80% of regression test cases, improving test efficiency and coverage
- Reduced time to market by 25% through strategic process improvements and close coordination with development teams
- Managed the full SDLC for projects, including requirements analysis, sprint planning, test execution, and release management
- Standardized bug reporting methods for better communication between QA and development teams.
FIS
QA Engineer
07.2006 - 07.2009
Job overview
- Conducted manual testing for web and mobile applications, focusing on functional, regression, and user acceptance testing
- Implemented automation scripts for regression testing using Selenium and JUnit, reducing manual effort and increasing test reliability
- Worked closely with development teams to identify root causes of defects and collaborate on solutions
- Participated in test case design, execution, and defect tracking, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders
- Supported various projects, including internal applications and client-facing products, ensuring quality compliance throughout
- Key Achievements:
- Contributed to the automation of key test cases, enhancing team productivity and reducing manual testing time
- Played a significant role in the successful delivery of multiple client-facing applications with minimal defects
- Contributed to successful product launches through meticulous end-to-end testing of applications.
Education
Punjab Technical University
Bachelor of technology from ECE
07.2024 - 07.2006
Skills
Resource Allocation
Jira
Confluence
GitLab
Team Leadership
Communication
Client Relationship Management
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Technologiesandtools
Selenium WebDriver, QTP, JUnit, TestNG, SoapUI, Postman, Jenkins, TestRail, Jira, Git, Java, Python, SQL, Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
Timeline
Punjab Technical University
Bachelor of technology from ECE
07.2024 - 07.2006
QA Manager
Trantor Software
03.2012 - Current
QA Lead
Antenna Software Pvt Limited
07.2009 - 02.2012
QA Engineer
FIS
07.2006 - 07.2009