Pankaj Pathak

I have around 7+ of experience in software testing including both Manual and Automation across domains like Banking , Telecom , Gaming and Security Systems . Proficient in Manual and Automation with Python , API Testing , and end to end test life cycle management .

Hands on expertise card printing system , SIM provisioning and biometric security validation known for delivering live software demo to clients , on-site support and handling full STLC in agile environments . Strong communicator with proven track record of defect free project deliveries .

1 : Project Name : AFSAC ( Armed Forces Secure Access Card )

Client : Ministry of Defence

Organization : Tech Mahindra

Role : QA Test Lead

Description : AFSAC is a mission-critical identity and access management solution being developed for Indian Navy , aimes at linking identity , access and benefits of Officers , Sailors and their families through secure smart cards . The system designed to prevent unauthorized access within defense premises and facilities using biometric enabled smart cards . The project is executed in collaboration with multiple government partners .

AFSAC uses a modern tech stack including Liferay , Java , Node.js and digital security certificates and integration with naval infrastructure .

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Lead Test Planning and execution of modules related to card issuance , personalization and biometric validation .
• Design and executed Manual and Automation test cases for card workflows and access control logic
• Co-ordinates with partners agencies for end to end system validation and defect resolution.
• Conducted testing for secure certificate validation , encryption workflows , and API testing.
• Participated in field-level UAT testing and collaborated directly with Defence representatives for sign off

2 : Project Name : Adda52 - Real Money Online Poker Platform

Client Domains : Adda52 Poker

Organization : Deltatech Gaming Pvt Ltd [ Subsidiary of Delta Corp Ltd ]

Role : Sr Quality Engineer

Description : Worked on Adda52 , India's leading real-money online poker platform , regulated under Delta Corp Ltd . , the only government - licensed gaming company in india ( based in Goa ) . Adda52 is available as both web and mobile application ( Android / iOS ) , offering various poker formats including Texas , Hold'em and Omaha .

The platform was developed using modern tech stack like java , Node.js , HTML , CSS , Javascript , MongoDB , SQL

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Designed and executed detailed Manual and automation test cases for poker gameplay flows , tournament logic and wallet operations .
• Performed functional , integration and regression testing across web and mobile application .
• Conducted API Testing to user registration , login , game logic , transactions , and reward system .
• Tested real time gaming scenarios including multiplayer table sync , chip management , in game chat and leaderboard .
• Validated security , performance and responsiveness of the application under heavy user load .
• Logged and tracked bugs using JIRA and coordinating with stakeholders to resolve issue within sprint cycle .

3 : Project Name : Secure Identity Solutions [ Banking , SIM , and Airport Security System ]

Client Domains : National & International Banks , Telecom Operators , Airport Authorities

Organization : IDEMIA

Role : Software Test engineer

Descriptions : Worked on the multiple mission - critical projects under IDEMIA , A global leader in augmented identity solutions . The worked spanned across the banking ( Debit Cards / Credit Cards ) , Telecom SIM Provisioning ( Jio , Airtel , VI ) and Aviations ( AFC gates , Passport Scanner ) domains . These system required rigorous testing and validation due to high security and compliance-sensitive nature , with deployments across indian governments agencies . Technologies and tools involved are java , C , Embedded system for smart card personalization . PKI ( Public key Infrastructure , Secure elements , Chip encoding , SAM Modules ) , RFID & NFC for biometric matching system . Smart card personalization protocols : EMV , GSM , ISO/IEC 7816 standards

• Smart Card printing and personalization for ATM & Credit cards ( EMV Standards ) .
• Secure SIM card encoding and provisioning to telecom operators .
• Bio Metric based AFC ( Automatic Fare Collection ) gate integration at Airports for secure access .

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Developed and executed test cases for card printing , chip encoding , biometric scanning and SIM activation flows .
• Performed black box , Integration , and system testing on software and hardware integrated system .
• Validated security layers including digital certificates , encryption / decryption work flow and bio-metric validation .
• Conducted testing across multiple locations ( Noida , Mumbai , France ) co-ordination with cross functional and vendor teams .
• Managed defect tracking using JIRA and provided release sign-off after UAT and system validation .

[ Tech Mahindra ] : " Pat on The Back " award for key contribution to defence-grade access card testing and delivery

• Successfully Contributed to 25 + projects across diverse industries including Banking , Gaming , Telecom , ERP , E-commerce , Defence , Security demonstrating versatility in functional and automation testing
• Recognized by clients and internal stakeholders for high quality testing on time delivery and domain specific expertise in secure system and complex applications

Name : Pankaj Pathak 

DOB : 10-Apr-1992

Father's Name : Mr Avnesh Pathak 

Language : English , Hindi 

Marital Status : Married 

Sex : Male 

Nationality : Indian