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Tanya

New Delhi

Summary

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.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

QA Lead

PAYTM
11.2019 - Current

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.

Application Development Analyst

ACCENTURE
01.2017 - 11.2019
  • Executed middleware and web services (REST/SOAP) testing using Postman & CA DevTest.
  • Automated UI testing with Selenium WebDriver, streamlining validation processes.
  • Worked within Agile & SAFE methodology, actively participating in client meetings and ceremonies.
  • Awards: Accenture Pinnacle & STAR Performer Awards for outstanding contributions.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - CSE

GGSIPU
DELHI
01.2016

Class 12th -

CBSE
01.2012

Class 10th -

CBSE
01.2010

Skills

  • Automation testing: Appium, TestNG, Selenium WebDriver, API testing, BDD framework, Cucumber, Gherkin, Jenkins, Git, Jacoco
  • Programming and databases: Java, SQL
  • Tools and methodologies: Postman, JIRA, Agile, SAFE, Charles Proxy
  • Mobile automation
  • API automation
  • Test planning
  • Automation frameworks
  • Agile methodology
  • Team leadership
  • Cross-team collaboration
  • Performance testing
  • Continuous integration
  • Mobile app testing
  • Test automation expertise
  • Regression testing

Timeline

QA Lead

PAYTM
11.2019 - Current

Application Development Analyst

ACCENTURE
01.2017 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Technology - CSE

GGSIPU

Class 12th -

CBSE

Class 10th -

CBSE
Tanya