Naveed Abdul
QA Manager
Hyderabad
Summary
Results-driven QA Leader with a proven track record in designing and implementing efficient testing strategies for complex applications. Highly skilled in test automation, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration, with a strong focus on delivering quality solutions within tight deadlines. Adept at leveraging analytical skills to build models and frameworks that support business objectives. Recognized for rapid test case generation, reducing manual effort and accelerating project timelines. Experienced in working with geographically distributed teams and committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff, System Analyst, QA Manager
Qualcomm India Pvt Ltd
10.2011 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects, sharing knowledge and expertise while working together towards common objectives.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with colleagues through regular meetings and communication.
- Participated in team-building activities to foster teamwork and collaboration.
- Implemented innovative problem-solving techniques during challenging situations, resulting in swift resolution of issues without compromising quality standards.
- Enhanced team collaboration by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication among staff members.
- Assisted with onboarding new staff members, providing orientation and support.
- Supported the professional development of team members by regularly sharing best practices, encouraging ongoing learning, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members in achieving performance goals.
- Led training sessions for new staff, equipping them with necessary skills and knowledge for their roles.
- Created detailed documentation for both internal reference and client-facing presentations, improving communication between stakeholders.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, consistently meeting deadlines and budget constraints.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination between QA, development, and support departments.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to establish key performance indicators for the QA team, driving continuous improvement efforts throughout the organization.
- Implemented risk-based testing strategies that prioritized high-risk scenarios, enabling efficient use of resources during tight deadlines.
- Oversaw vendor relationships to ensure adherence to quality standards during outsourced projects or collaborations.
- Promoted continuous learning within the QA department through regular workshops and trainings focused on evolving industry best practices.
Senior Technical Lead
HCL Technologies
02.2008 - 10.2011
Senior Quality Analyst
Convergys Information Management
04.2004 - 01.2008
Associate Quality
Virtusa Pvt. Limited
11.2003 - 03.2004
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
J.N.T.U College of Engineering
Anantapur 04.2001 -
Skills
Workday
Eightfold
VNDLY
Kainos Smart
Test Planning and Estimation
Team management
Java
TestNG
Selenium WebDriver
Git
Jenkins
Jira
Appium
SQL
Postman
Cucumber
BDD
Jmeter
Leadership
Scrum/Agile
Team collaboration
Time management abilities
Continuous improvement
PROFILE HIGHLIGHTS
- Designed and implemented efficient testing strategies for complex applications.
- Led a team of analysts and mentored junior team members.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project delivery.
- Developed innovative test case generation methods to accelerate timelines.
- Strong structure testing knowledge and through understanding of SDLC, STLC, Agile.
- Expertise in manual and automation testing using selenium webdriver, Java and TestNG.
- Experience in Workday Recruiting, Workday Core HCM, Workday Learning, and Workday Business Process.
- Experience in PECI, Eightfold and VNDLY (CWF) systems.
- Good knowledge of Object oriented concepts. Experience in BDD, Cucumber, Maven, Git, jenkins.
- Good knowledge and understanding of CICD pipeline and Jenkins.
- Experience in Mobile automation using appium.
- Extensive experience and knowledge in Testing lifecycle and core Testing Techniques using different test approches, Requirement/ Functional Analysis,Test Planning, Test Estimation, Test case/scenario preparation, Test case review, Test Execution, Bug Reporting, RTM, Defect Management.
- Resource forecasting and planning, owned on-time delivery.
- Experience working in geographically distributed teams.
- Experience in end to end product testing.
- Experience in monitoring test metrics, Requirement traceability metrics, test report, bug report.
- Impressive success in facilitating projects and guiding cross functional teams for execution of projects.
- Experience in UI, Usability, Load, Performance, Scalability, and Backwards Compatibility testing and Test-Driven Development Strategies
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITY
- Requirements Analysis: Collaborated with business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document functional and technical requirements.
- System Design & Testing: Designed test cases and scenarios for complex applications, ensuring coverage and compliance with business objectives.
- Automation & Optimization: Developed and implemented automated testing strategies to reduce manual effort and accelerate delivery timelines.
- Leadership & Team Coordination: Led cross-functional teams, assigned tasks, and mentored junior analysts to ensure quality and timely project execution.
- Stakeholder Communication: Acted as a liaison between development teams, QA, and business units to resolve issues and align deliverables.
- Process Improvement: Identified gaps in workflows and introduced process enhancements to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
- Documentation & Reporting: Prepared detailed test plans, RTM, defect reports, and status updates for stakeholders.
- Risk Management: Assessed project risks and implemented mitigation strategies to ensure smooth delivery.
Timeline
Staff, System Analyst, QA Manager
Qualcomm India Pvt Ltd
10.2011 - Current
Senior Technical Lead
HCL Technologies
02.2008 - 10.2011
Senior Quality Analyst
Convergys Information Management
04.2004 - 01.2008
Associate Quality
Virtusa Pvt. Limited
11.2003 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
J.N.T.U College of Engineering
04.2001 -