Dynamic QA Lead with proven expertise at PAYTM in mobile automation and API testing, achieving a 30% reduction in execution time. Skilled in designing data-driven frameworks and leading cross-team collaborations. Recognized for mentoring talent and driving efficiency, leveraging tools like Appium and TestNG to enhance system reliability.
Mobile App Automation and UI Testing
- Spearheaded end-to-end automation for Paytm's Android and iOS mobile applications using Appium integrated with TestNG, reducing manual testing effort and improving efficiency.
- Designed and developed robust mobile automation scripts, ensuring enhanced test coverage.
- Utilized Charles Proxy for in-depth debugging of API requests and responses in mobile applications, refining backend communication.
- Conducted UI-based testing, leveraging Selenium WebDriver, validating key user flows.
- Implemented parallel execution and optimized frameworks to significantly reduce test execution time.
API Testing and Debugging
- Led API automation and testing using the BDD framework, Cucumber, and Gherkin, improving API reliability across services.
- Developed custom API validation scripts, streamlining integrations and response handling.
Test Planning & Defect Management
- Owned Sprint QA releases, ensuring smooth delivery and cross-team coordination between development, business, and testing teams.
- Managed test planning, design, execution, and defect reporting using JIRA, improving visibility and resolution time.
- Created automated reports and dashboards for tracking test results and execution trends.
Framework and Process Enhancements
- Engineered a hybrid automation framework, integrating data-driven methodologies for flexible test execution.
- Optimized the framework for parallel execution to reduce overall testing cycles.
- Identified and implemented automation best practices, improving system efficiency and scalability.
Leadership & Mentoring
- Led and mentored a two-member QA team, fostering skill development and process improvements.
- Provided technical training on automation frameworks, debugging tools, and optimization techniques.
- Received 12× Rockstar Awards and 1× Rising Star Award for excellence in testing leadership.