Karthikeyan Thiyagarajan
Hyderabad
Summary
Quality assurance professional with 10+ Years of Experience & prepared to deliver impactful results. Proven experience in developing comprehensive test plans and identifying critical software issues. Focused on team collaboration and adaptable to changing project needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior QA Engineer
Encora Innovation labs india Pvt ltd
04.2021 - Current
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
- Improved product quality by meticulously designing and executing test plans for software applications.
- Created detailed documentation on system architecture that served as valuable resource for future reference.
- Developed custom test scripts to validate complex functionality requirements accurately, reducing manual effort significantly.
- Strengthened collaboration between QA, development, and product management teams through effective communication strategies.
- Tested functional and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications.
- Ensured high-quality user experiences by evaluating usability, compatibility, accessibility, and performance across multiple platforms and devices.
- Collaborated closely with developers to identify, reproduce, and resolve software bugs.
- Supported successful product launches by coordinating end-to-end testing efforts from planning through execution phases.
- Prevented costly post-release issues by proactively identifying potential risks during the development process.
- Conducted security testing to safeguard sensitive information and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced software defects by conducting thorough regression testing and identifying areas for improvement.
- Managed offshore QA resources effectively in order to ensure seamless workflow integration within the team.
- Streamlined defect reporting processes to facilitate prompt resolutions and minimize disruption to project timelines.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely and effective resolution of reported issues.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Recommended changes and corrections to developers for optimal software performance and usability.
- Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
- Advised developers on problems with databases, performance and other issues.
- Mentored junior QA engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
Software Test engineer
Ceaselez Consunlting LLP
08.2016 - 04.2021
- Reviewed requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
- Led team of junior testers, fostering culture of quality and attention to detail.
- Design application workflows using Moqups- UI & Wireframing, Lucid chart tool
- Developed and maintained detailed documentation of test plans, cases, and results, facilitating knowledge transfer and regulatory compliance.
- Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
- Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues encountered during the deployment of new software releases.
- Optimized test coverage with risk-based analysis techniques, focusing on high-impact areas of the application.
- Conducted regression testing, analyzed results, and submitted observations to development team.
- Completed in-depth usability testing on Windows, Android and iOS mobile devices.
- Managed defect tracking system JIRA, ensuring accurate documentation of issues for efficient resolution.
- Identified critical bugs and worked closely with developers to ensure timely resolution, resulting in a more stable product.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify system requirements and develop effective test strategies.
- Exceeded client expectations through exceptional attention to detail in identifying potential defects before release.
- Provided valuable feedback on software usability during design reviews, contributing to improved user experience.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during end-to-end testing phases, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Enhanced user experience by conducting usability tests and providing actionable feedback to development team.
- Enhanced product quality by meticulously designing and executing detailed test cases.
- Negotiated with stakeholders to define acceptance criteria, ensuring tests aligned with business expectations.
- Optimized mobile application testing procedures, resulting in more robust and user-friendly product.
- Demonstrate Application features to stakeholders
- Participated in available trainings to improve software knowledge.
Software Engineer
Opcord Consultancy Services
04.2014 - 04.2016
- Analyzed proposed technical solutions based on customer requirements.
- Tested methodology with writing and execution of test plans, debugging and testing scripts and tools.
- Collaborated with fellow engineers to evaluate software and hardware interfaces.
- Tested and deployed scalable and highly available software products.
- Consistently met project deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks according to importance.
- Used Bug Tracking and Test Management tool Leanzy
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science And Engineering
K.Ramakrishnan College of Engineering
Skills
- Cross-Platform Application Testing
- Test Case Design
- Root Cause Identification
- Bug Management
- Postman API Testing
- JIRA Project Management Skills
- Software Regression Testing
- Test Strategy Design
- Browser Compatibility Testing
- User Experience Testing
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Proficient in Task Management
- Effective Team Collaboration
- Collaborative Decision-Making
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above mentioned information is correct up to my knowledge and I bear the responsibility for the correctness of the above mentioned particulars.
Timeline
Senior QA Engineer
Encora Innovation labs india Pvt ltd
04.2021 - Current
Software Test engineer
Ceaselez Consunlting LLP
08.2016 - 04.2021
Software Engineer
Opcord Consultancy Services
04.2014 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science And Engineering
K.Ramakrishnan College of Engineering
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