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Vipin Patel

Vipin Patel

QA Architect
Pune

Summary

Dynamic IT professional with over 18 years of experience in software quality assurance, including 2.5 years as a Security Architect and more than 15 years as a QA Lead. Expertise in developing automation frameworks, leading high-performing QA teams, and ensuring comprehensive application security in cloud-based and enterprise environments. Proficient in automation technologies such as Selenium/Java and BDD with Cucumber, along with a solid foundation in security testing aligned with OWASP guidelines and cloud standards. A collaborative approach to integrating security practices throughout the SDLC, supported by strong knowledge of industry tools like Jira, Burp Suite, and cloud security solutions (AWS & Azure).

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Security Architect

[Current Employer]
- Current
  • Leading application security assessments and vulnerability remediation initiatives.
  • Collaborating with developers to secure token-based authentication and enforce secure headers.
  • Implemented secure coding guidelines and conducted secure code reviews.
  • Hands-on with Azure WAF, AWS GuardDuty, and cloud security best practices.
  • Conducted threat modeling sessions using STRIDE and integrated OWASP-based controls in SDLC.

Sr. QA Analyst [Team Lead]

Cybage Software Private Ltd, Pune
01.2017 - Current
  • Company Overview: Wayfair Inc. is an American e-commerce company that sells furniture and home-goods. Formerly known as CSN Stores, the company was founded in 2002. Their digital platform offers 14 million items from more than 11,000 global suppliers
  • Team Management
  • Planning and execution of QA Team activities
  • Pulling monthly performance reports and sharing with stakeholders
  • Task allocation and resource alignment to module as per their expertise
  • Built Automation framework on Selenium Webdriver with Java and converted to Cucumber BDD framework.
  • Created process documents and other meaningful documents to help understand the end-to-end project processes
  • Project: Wayfair
  • Testing Approach: Automation and Manual
  • Application: Web Based Application, Mobile App
  • Methodology: Agile/Scrum
  • Tools Used: JIRA, SQL Query Browser, Test Rail, GIT, Maven, Cucumber BDD framework with Java and Selenium
  • Team Size: 27

QA Lead /Automation Engineer

Cybage Software Private
02.2007 - Current
  • Designed and implemented a custom test automation framework in Selenium (Java) for a high-traffic e-commerce application.
  • Built BDD automation test scripts using Cucumber integrated into CI pipelines.
  • Led cross-functional QA teams for functional, regression, and UAT testing.
  • Established QA processes, defect management workflows in Jira, and ensured traceability from requirements to test cases.
  • Conducted mentoring sessions and collaborated with Dev and Product teams for high-quality releases.
  • Standardized bug reporting methods for better communication between QA and development teams.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering growth and enhancing team performance.
  • Streamlined QA processes for improved efficiency, reducing project completion time.

Manual QA Lead

Cybage Software Private
02.2007 - Current
  • Led manual testing initiatives for web and enterprise applications.
  • Defined test plans, created test cases, and led defect triage with developers.
  • Worked in Agile and Waterfall models, closely interacting with business analysts and stakeholders.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on recurring defects, implementing preventative measures to reduce future occurrences.
  • Facilitated seamless integration of new team members into ongoing projects through comprehensive training programs and documentation support.
  • Led cross-functional teams to ensure seamless collaboration in achieving project goals.
  • Collaborated with development teams to resolve issues and implement improvements, elevating overall product quality.
  • Implemented automation tools, increasing testing accuracy and reducing manual effort.
  • Reduced defect leakage by effectively conducting regression testing after each release cycle.
  • Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Mentored and encouraged employees to strive for excellence while fostering professional growth.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through adherence to quality standards and customer requirements.
  • Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering growth and enhancing team performance.
  • Streamlined QA processes for improved efficiency, reducing project completion time.
  • Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team.

Sr. QA Analyst [Team Lead]

Digital River – Bluehornet, San Diego
01.2008 - 12.2016
  • Company Overview: BlueHornet provides its services in the email marketing domain. It is highly effective application with the ability to reach millions of potential customers in a short period of time. BlueHornet eMS application system is the tool through which BlueHornet manages the email marketing activities for their clients. Various in built and easy to use functionalities in the application help clients to send effective and attractive emails (Promotional and Transactional) to the end users. Many unique functionalities in the application helps clients to send different types of emails to the end customer which is compatible to any device like mobile, tab, or desktop. Through BH ems application, millions of subscribers can be added and mails can be sent to them in a short period of time span
  • As a functional lead to understand the business and functional requirements and to give walkthrough to the team members to make them understand about the product and functionality
  • Prepared the test scenarios and test cases
  • Daily Defects call, Triage calls etc. was the part of defect manager
  • Analyzing Functional Requirement Specifications (FRS) and SRS documents
  • Creating, Updating, Executing and Reviewing the Test Cases.
  • Following Agile Methodologies – Sprint, Backlogs, Daily Standups Meeting, Retrospections
  • Performing Manual Testing, Automation Testing, Functional Testing, Sanity, Regression, Performance Testing, Database Testing, API Testing – SOAP UI
  • Manually testing the application taking in to consideration its functional specification.
  • Defect Reporting, Defect Tracking and Retesting across various test cycles.
  • Communication with client after release and various ongoing processes.
  • Attend all project related meetings like daily scrum, status meeting, walkthrough, requirement understanding meeting and retrospective meeting.
  • Assisting new team member in grasping the domain knowledge of different modules of the project.
  • Requirement Analysis from the specification
  • Involved in QA estimates and Brainstorming sessions with clients
  • Involved in various project status updates with clients, Co-coordinating with on shore and offshore developers during release cycle, ensuring that quality software is released.
  • Designing and reviewing of test cases for various functionalities
  • Creation of Test Summary Report
  • Logging defects in the defect tracking tool (QC) and ensuring that defect life cycle is properly followed.
  • Owner of Knowledge transfer and Ramp up activities to new members in the project
  • Types of testing performed: Complete end to end Functional testing, UI testing, Database testing, compatibility testing, UAT, Regression and exploratory testing
  • Driving entire Project level and Org level Process
  • Working with module owners and mentoring them to prepare Root Cause Analysis Report
  • Project: Bluehornet
  • Testing Approach: Manual
  • Application: Web Based Application
  • Methodology: Agile/Scrum
  • Tools Used: HP-ALM 12, JIRA, SQL Developer, FileZilla, Putty, WinScp, SQL Query Browser, Test Rail, GIT
  • Team Size: 22

QA Analyst

Digital River – Bluehornet, San Diego
10.2012 - 04.2013
  • Prepared the test scenarios and test cases
  • Involved in initial Requirement Analysis phase and understanding
  • Analyzing Functional Requirement Specifications (FRS) and SRS documents.
  • Creating, Updating, Executing and Reviewing the Test Cases.
  • Performing Functional, Sanity, Regression, and Performance Testing.
  • Manually testing the application taking in to consideration its functional specification.
  • Defect Reporting, Defect Tracking and Retesting across various test cycles.
  • Following Agile Methodologies – Sprint, Backlogs, Daily Standups Meeting, Retrospections
  • Performing Manual Testing, Automation Testing, Functional Testing, Sanity, Regression, Performance Testing, Database Testing, API Testing – SOAP UI
  • Communication with client after release and various ongoing processes.
  • Attend all project related meetings like daily scrum, status meeting, walkthrough, requirement understanding meeting and retrospective meeting.
  • Requirement Analysis from the specification
  • Involved in QA estimates and Brainstorming sessions with clients
  • Involved in various project status updates with clients, Co-coordinating with on shore and offshore developers during release cycle, ensuring that quality software is released.
  • Creation of Test Summary Report
  • Logging defects in the defect tracking tool (QC) and ensuring that defect life cycle is properly followed.
  • Owner of Knowledge transfer and Ramp up activities to new members in the project
  • Types of testing performed: Complete end to end Functional testing, UI testing, Database testing, compatibility testing, UAT, Regression and exploratory testing
  • Project: Salesforce – Bluehornet Integration
  • Testing Approach: Manual
  • Methodology: Agile/Scrum
  • Tools Used: HP-ALM 12, SQL Developer, Apex Data Loader

Education

SSC -

Sarswati Higher Secondary School
01.2000

HSC - undefined

Sarswati Higher Secondary School
01.1998

Skills

  • Penetration Testing
  • Cloud Security
  • Automation Testing (Framework Design and Execution)
  • Manual Testing
  • API Testing – Rest API, SOAP UI
  • Database Testing
  • Mobile Testing
  • Agile / Scrum Methodology
  • Retail and CRM Domain
  • Linux/ Unix
  • Software Testing
  • Quality Assurance
  • Test Lead

Analytical skills

Self motivation

Penetration testing

Written communication

Collaborative team player

Cross-functional team collaboration

Defect monitoring

Effective communication

Manual test case preparation

Automated testing frameworks

Team collaboration

Teamwork and positive attitude

Organizational skills

Web and mobile application QA

Test plans and test methodologies

Excellent communication

Problem-solving aptitude

Software development tools: JIRA, confluence

Decision-making

Defect tracking and reporting

Interpersonal skills

Automation scripting

Test planning

Problem-solving abilities

Scenarios and use cases

External audit support

Mastery of quality processes

Total quality management

Management consulting

Statistical analysis skills

Quality processes

Defect management

Continuous integration

Software development lifecycle

Security testing

Quality metrics analysis

Test automation expertise

Certification

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Accomplishments

  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • Got appreciated by Digital River-Bluehornet client as “Outstanding performance and dedication”

Disclaimer

I do hereby declare that all the information provided above is true to the best of my knowledge and belief. Date

Area of Expertise

  • Software Testing and Quality Assurance professional with excellence in:
  • ~ Manual Testing
  • ~ Automation
  • ~ Penetration Testing
  • ~ Functional Testing
  • ~ Regression Testing
  • ~ API Testing (POSTMAN)
  • ~ Quality Assurance
  • ~ Defect Management
  • ~ Release Management
  • ~ Software Testing
  • ~ Database Testing
  • ~ Agile / SCRUM
  • ~ Team Management
  • ~ Test Plan
  • ~ Test Strategy
  • Identifying, analyzing defects, inconsistencies in software program functions, outputs and content
  • Providing QA test status and progress reports as appropriate to top management and clients.
  • Experience in managing work allocation in team and daily status call with client, creation of reports, etc.
  • Team Management and Mentoring and Task Allocation and distribution on regular basis
  • One-on-One Calls with Client - POC to provide updates on major projects and on major releases
  • Process Activities – Both Org Level and Project Level Process
  • Testing full application suites, identifying problems & resolving them with the development team
  • Performing peer reviews and estimates
  • Monitoring the testing process and identifying and logging test failures.
  • Experience in Agile Testing
  • Experience in Salesforce Testing for Email Marketing Integration
  • Experience in API Testing – POSTMAN
  • Requirement Understanding Documents and Business Flow
  • Hands on Experience in Agile Methodology- SCRUM – Sprints, Backlogs, Burndown Chart, Daily Standups Meetings/Call, Retrospection meeting
  • Execution of Automation Scripts in SELENIUM WEB DRIVER

Timeline

Sr. QA Analyst [Team Lead]

Cybage Software Private Ltd, Pune
01.2017 - Current

QA Analyst

Digital River – Bluehornet, San Diego
10.2012 - 04.2013

Sr. QA Analyst [Team Lead]

Digital River – Bluehornet, San Diego
01.2008 - 12.2016

QA Lead /Automation Engineer

Cybage Software Private
02.2007 - Current

Manual QA Lead

Cybage Software Private
02.2007 - Current

Security Architect

[Current Employer]
- Current

HSC - undefined

Sarswati Higher Secondary School

SSC -

Sarswati Higher Secondary School

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