JAILAXMI MANI

• coordinated performance testing initiatives conducting thorough test plans aligned with organizational aims and performance metrics.
• Mentored team of 15 professionals, cultivating continuous improvement and enhancing team capabilities.
• Teamed with technical architects to analyze system performance, pinpoint bottlenecks, and deploy optimization solutions.
• Employed New Relic, Dynatrace, GCP and Grafana for detailed performance analysis, generating insightful reports for key stakeholders. Used JVM capabilities.
• Engineered and deployed automated performance tests to streamline processes and enhance testing efficiency in Microservice and SAAS based application using Python.
• Advanced R&D initiatives using Python to elevate home-grown frameworks and refine testing methodologies.
• Leading performance engineering initiatives and mentoring a team of professionals to improve application performance and scalability at 'Anthology Inc., Bangalore'. Driving R&D efforts to optimize testing methodologies using tools like Python, New Relic, Dynatrace, Grafana and Grafana for in-depth performance analysis and reporting. Worked with Architects and delivered the responsibilities of the Performance Architect.
• Followed Agile and had a 15 day sprint model, used Jira initially and then migrated to Azure Dev ops.

Achievements:

• Enhanced testing efficiency by advancing home-grown frameworks with Python scripts, Java, also used NeoLoad.
• Improved application response times resulting in enhanced user satisfaction by identifying and resolving critical performance bottlenecks.
• Developed automated test scripts using tools such as JMeter and LoadRunner.
• Implemented continuous improvement processes for load testing methodologies and frameworks.
• Reduced server response times through diligent troubleshooting and root cause analysis of performance issues.
• Optimized database queries, enhancing overall application efficiency and user experience.

• Directed performance testing efforts, executing rigorous test plans aligned with project requirements and performance standards.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and develop testing strategies focused on performance objectives , used tools like JMeter and Neo Load.
• Led performance testing initiatives to identify bottlenecks and optimize application scalability.
• Analyzed system performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions to enhance scalability and reliability using GCP, Grafana, Gatling.
• Employed Dynatrace, GCP and Prometheus for detailed performance analysis, generating insightful reports for key stakeholders. Used JVM capabilities and used Microservice architecture.
• Mentored junior team members on performance testing methodologies, driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize workflow.
• Coordinated with stakeholders and participated in strategic planning, delivering actionable insights and aligning testing with organizational goals.
• Directing performance testing efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior team members to enhance scalability and reliability at 'Unilog Inc., Bangalore'.
• Followed Agile and had a 15 day sprint model, used Jira completely.

Achievements:

• Implemented solutions to enhance scalability and reliability based on performance metric analysis.

• Managed performance testing projects, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Employed Dynatrace and GCP, JProfiler, Grafana for detailed performance analysis, generating insightful reports for key stakeholders and used tools like SOASTA CloudTest Professional and NeoLoad.
• Collaborated with development teams to identify and resolve performance issues, while executing comprehensive test plans covering all critical functionalities.
• Utilized advanced monitoring tools to analyze performance metrics and drove improvements through continuous learning and tool adoption CI/CD with Microservice architecture.
• Mentored junior team members and maintained thorough documentation to support knowledge sharing and compliance with best practices.
• Managing performance testing projects, collaborating with development teams to resolve issues, utilizing monitoring tools, and mentoring team members to enhance the team's performance at 'Mindtree, Bangalore'.
• Supported troubleshooting efforts post-release by utilizing historical data from past performance tests as reference points for resolving issues quickly.
• Followed Agile and had a 15 day sprint model, used Jira.

Achievements:

• Drove performance improvements through continuous learning and the adoption of advanced monitoring tools based on analysis.
• Enhanced system scalability through rigorous load and stress testing for optimal user experience.
• Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.

• Provided expert consultation on quality assurance methodologies and best practices and Employed Dynatrace and GCP for detailed performance analysis, generating insightful reports for key stakeholders.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define QA strategies and test plans, build framework using Java.
• Led QA initiatives to enhance software quality assurance processes and methodologies.
• Conducted comprehensive testing to ensure software meets specified requirements and quality standards.
• Identified and reported software defects, working with development teams to resolve issues used JIRA and followed Agile.
• Providing expert quality assurance consultation, collaborating with teams, and ensuring software quality standards are met at McAfee which was the client location.

Achievements:

• Improved software quality by implementing robust QA strategies and test plans.
• Streamlined test automation frameworks to expedite the QA process.
• Established effective bug tracking systems, resulting in faster issue resolution times.
• Increased client satisfaction by identifying critical issues in early stages of development.
• Developed custom scripts for specialized testing scenarios using salesforce and SAP , resulting in more accurate test outcomes.

• Led quality assurance efforts, ensuring adherence to established standards and processes.
• Developed and executed test plans to validate software functionality and performance.
• Reduced defect leakage by effectively conducting regression testing after each release cycle.
• Managed a team of QA professionals around 12 people, providing guidance and mentorship.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to define quality metrics and acceptance criteria.
• Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints, used tomcat too for deployment.
• Leading quality assurance efforts, developing test plans, managing a QA team, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve software reliability at 'Persistent Systems Limited, Bangalore'. Worked at Wells Fargo as a contractor.

Achievements:

• Mentored and encouraged employees to strive for excellence while fostering professional growth.
• Improved software reliability by implementing rigorous testing processes and quality metrics.

• Contributed to the product development lifecycle, participating in design, development, and testing activities.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and specifications.
• Implemented new features and enhancements to existing products.
• Addressed and resolved product defects, ensuring product quality and reliability.
• Contributing to product development, collaborating with teams, implementing features, and resolving defects to ensure product quality and reliability at 'Tangoe India Softec, Bangalore'.

Achievements:

• Implemented cost-saving measures throughout the production process without compromising on performance or quality.
• Contributed to the development and enhancement of products through code implementation and defect resolution.

• Conducted testing on software applications to identify defects and ensure quality.
• Developed and executed test cases based on requirements and specifications.
• Reported and tracked software defects using bug tracking systems.
• Collaborated with developers to resolve software issues and improve product quality.
• Conducting software testing, developing test cases, reporting defects, and collaborating with developers to improve software quality at 'Idexcel Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore'.
• Wrote and optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing with consistent, thorough approaches.
• Used waterfall as well as agile model in various projects.
• Achievements:
• Contributed significantly to improved software quality through effective testing and defect identification.