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Nikhil Mishra

QA Engineer | Manual & Automation Testing | API & Performance Testing
Noida

Summary

Results-driven QA Engineer with 3+ years of experience in Manual & Automation Testing. Proficient in Selenium-based automation testing, Cypress, API Testing, and Performance Testing with expertise in Java & Python for automation. Skilled in Defect Tracking (JIRA, Bugzilla, ClickUp), CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Git, Docker), and Agile methodologies. Experienced in test automation frameworks, BDD (Cucumber, Gherkin), and API testing with Postman and REST Assured. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize test coverage, and enhance software quality through AI-driven testing strategies.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Full-Stack Developer (Trainee)

CETPA
Noida
12.2024 - 03.2025
  • Designed and developed web applications using React.js, Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB
  • Built and deployed RESTful APIs for seamless frontend-backend communication
  • Implemented JWT-based authentication, improving application security
  • Gained experience in Agile and DevOps workflows with CI/CD pipelines for efficient deployments
  • Assisted with creating cross-platform UI web components and built 2 responsive applications using front-end frameworks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver software projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues faced by clients or end-users through effective communication and timely resolution of reported incidents.
  • Stayed current on industry trends by attending conferences, workshops, webinars, and pursuing online courses to continually refine programming skills.
  • Increased application security by incorporating encryption techniques and secure coding practices into the development process.
  • Participated in daily stand-up meetings to ensure effective communication among team members regarding project status updates or roadblocks encountered during development phases.
  • Mentored junior developers on best practices in full stack development, fostering a positive learning environment and team cohesion.

QA Engineer

VVNT Seqour
Noida
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive test automation strategies for enterprise applications
  • Deployed Cypress and Selenium framework for end-to-end testing, improving test coverage by 40% and reducing critical bugs in production by 15%, as sole contributor
  • Led a team of 4 testers, ensuring seamless collaboration in Agile sprints to maintain high-quality releases
  • Conducted manual and API testing using Postman and REST Assured for seamless backend validation
  • Implemented performance testing with JMeter, identifying and resolving bottlenecks that improved system response times by 20%
  • Documented and tracked defects using JIRA, improving defect resolution efficiency
  • Automated extensive regression test suites using Cypress and Selenium, achieving 95% test coverage
  • Performed cross-browser and mobile responsiveness testing for enhanced user experience
  • Mentored junior QA engineers, ensuring knowledge sharing and process improvement
  • 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.
  • Reduced product defect rates by creating robust test cases and meticulously executing them.
  • Enhanced security testing protocols, mitigating potential vulnerabilities in software releases.
  • Trained junior QA engineers in best practices and cutting-edge testing technologies, enhancing team capabilities.
  • Provided detailed QA reports to stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making.
  • Automated performance testing scenarios to ensure software scalability under high-load conditions.
  • Developed action plan for company certification using ISO 9000 standard knowledge.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science

SRMIST
Modinagar
06.2017 - 06.2021

Master of Technology - Blockchain and Big Data

IIT Patna
Patna
07.2024 - 07.2026

Skills

Selenium WebDriver

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Certification

ISTQB Foundation Level

Availability

Immediate / 2 Weeks

Projects And Achievements

  • Developed a hybrid test automation framework integrating Selenium and API testing tools.
  • Reduced defect leakage by 30% by optimizing regression testing methodologies.
  • Led a team in AI-driven defect classification, improving bug triaging and prioritization.
  • Implemented CI/CD-driven automated testing, improving test execution efficiency.

Timeline

Full-Stack Developer (Trainee)

CETPA
12.2024 - 03.2025

Master of Technology - Blockchain and Big Data

IIT Patna
07.2024 - 07.2026

QA Engineer

VVNT Seqour
01.2021 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science

SRMIST
06.2017 - 06.2021
Nikhil MishraQA Engineer | Manual & Automation Testing | API & Performance Testing