Apurva Reddy
Irving,TX
Summary
Around 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance and Testing, specializing in a wide range of projects and web applications.
- Proficient in developing and customizing test cases using Java and JavaScript, with hands-on experience in both manual and automated testing.
- Expertise in Functional, Regression, Integration, Smoke, Sanity, Negative, Workflow, End-to-End, and Backend Testing.
- Strong expertise in multi-layered custom frameworks using Selenium, including proficiency in Java, Behavior Driven Development (BDD), Page Object Model (POM), Jenkins, and Git.
- Demonstrated expertise in CI/CD tools and methodologies, with experience using Jenkins, Git, Jira, and Azure DevOps. Successfully integrated these tools with Selenium and UFT for streamlined testing and deployment processes.
- Proven experience in the design, development, and debugging of test automation scripts using Selenium, Web driver, Maven, and Junit.
- Designed and executed automated test scripts within Azure DevOps pipelines to ensure seamless integration and deployment of applications from on-prem to Azure cloud environments.
- Conducted performance testing and optimization for applications migrated to Azure, utilizing tools such as LoadRunner, and JMeter to ensure optimal performance post-migration.
- Proficient in using source control versioning tools and processes like Git/Stash, with a solid understanding of Agile-Scrum and Waterfall methodologies.
- Quick learner with effective communication skills, capable of mastering new technologies rapidly and facilitating smooth collaboration and reporting across teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automation and Performance Test Engineer
Broadridge Financial Solutions
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and executed automated test scripts using Selenium for comprehensive testing of web applications and APIs, ensuring robust end-to-end testing coverage.
- Contributed to culture of continuous improvement by proactively seeking opportunities for process optimization throughout software lifecycle.
- Evaluated and implemented cutting-edge performance testing tools, ensuring optimal application functionality.
- Demonstrated strong skills in utilizing XPath and CSS selectors, including ability to create customized XPath expressions for precise element identification.
- Leveraged BDD automation frameworks to develop feature files, enhancing collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Designed and implemented detailed test plans, test cases, and test suites to ensure maximum test coverage and maintain high-quality standards.
- Worked closely with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to identify and resolve defects, issues, and bugs, ensuring a collaborative and efficient testing process.
- Conducted thorough analysis of test results, providing actionable feedback to development team for continuous improvement and ensuring product quality.
- Ensured that all test artifacts, including test cases and test plans, were maintained, updated, and easily accessible for reference and future testing cycles.
- Engaged actively in Agile development practices, including sprint planning, daily stand-up meetings, and retrospective sessions to align testing activities with project goals.
- Developed and executed comprehensive performance test plans for applications hosted on Azure, including test scenarios, test data setup, environment configuration, and performance metrics evaluation.
- Identified areas for improvement in testing process and suggested changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, leveraging Azure DevOps for continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD).
- Created and executed test cases using REST Assured to validate RESTful APIs, ensuring that they function as expected and meet specified requirements.
- Provided leadership to both on-site and off-site testing teams, ensuring consistent execution of automated and manual tests across different environments, including Azure.
- Stayed updated with latest testing methodologies, tools, and techniques, incorporating Azure-specific testing practices to keep pace with evolving cloud technologies.
- Integrated test automation scripts within Azure DevOps pipelines, enabling automated testing, continuous integration, and continuous deployment to streamline development lifecycle.
- Ensured seamless migration of applications from on-premises to Azure cloud, testing functionalities and performance throughout migration process.
- Collaborated with Azure cloud engineers to optimize testing environments, leveraging Azure services to create scalable and reliable test setups.
- Monitored and analyzed application performance on Azure, using Azure Monitor and Application Insights to detect and address performance bottlenecks.
QA Engineer
CGI INDIA PVT LTD.
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Utilized MAVEN for building and running the Selenium automation framework.
- Executed extensive SQL queries on SQL Server and Oracle databases for data validation.
- Developed multi-layered custom frameworks with Selenium using BDD with Maven, and Git.
- Created a Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) framework with Rest Assured in Eclipse IDE.
- Designed and implemented custom automation frameworks for service testing using Serenity and Rest Assured with JSON/XML.
- Used Git effectively for automation script development, including activities like Pull, Push, Create Merge Requests, and Code reviews.
- Developed test scripts to implement test cases, scenarios, and features for BDD and TDD.
- Automated overnight Selenium-Cucumber scripts using Jenkins for unattended execution.
- Performed daily checkups on automation scripts.
- Managed Azure Active Directory, including security groups and resource access.
- Collaborated with development teams using BDD approach to develop web UI tests with Cucumber, Gherkins, and Selenium WebDriver.
- Gained experience with BDD SpecFlow framework in Selenium WebDriver projects.
- Used runner classes in Cucumber to generate step definitions and tags for running various test suites like smoke, health check, and regression.
- Developed mobile app automation frameworks with Appium for Android and iOS using Java.
- Simultaneously worked on different projects using JMeter for designing and developing test scenarios, scripts, and integration solutions.
- Prepared performance test scenarios in JMeter based on non-functional requirements.
- Created automated scripts for web and RESTful API services with Selenium.
- Maintained the framework in line with application changes and latest tool features.
- Ensured tools and Java packages were up-to-date, including SeleniuM.
- Maintained automated scripts to accommodate development team changes.
- Created and executed test scripts in LoadRunner according to nonfunctional requirements.
- Ensured environments and test data were appropriate before starting tests.
- Designed and executed performance test scenarios in LoadRunner Enterprise (LRE) and JMeter.
- Conducted compatibility testing on mobile applications.
- Customized LoadRunner scripts for correlation, error handling, and check functions.
- Followed Agile principles, actively participating in meetings like Standups, Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, and PI Planning.
- Advanced departmental knowledge-sharing by training new QA Engineers on company-specific testing methodologies and tools.
- Enhanced software quality by developing and implementing comprehensive testing strategies.
- Recommended changes and corrections to developers for optimal software performance and usability.
- Reduced product defect rates by creating robust test cases and meticulously executing them.
- Collaborated with developers to identify and resolve software issues, leading to higher product reliability.
- Facilitated smooth application migrations through comprehensive regression testing of existing functionality after updates or enhancements.
Education
Master of Science - Engineering Data Science
University of Houston
Houston, TXSkills
- Windows
- Linux
- Java
- JavaScript
- Python
- SQL
- Agile & Waterfall
- Oracle SQL Server
- MS SQL Server
- Maven
- Jenkins
- GitLab
- Microservices
- Selenium
- JUnit
- UFT
- Postman
- Azure DevOps
- Jira
- Data Driven Framework
- Test Documentation
- Test Reporting
- Test Scenarios
- Test Execution
- Performance Analysis
- Test automation scripting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Agile Best Practices
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
- Tableau Desktop Specialist
- Certified Azure Administrator
Accomplishments
- Received accolades and appreciations from various Project Teams for excellent quality of work and consistently demonstrating the ability to achieve tight deadlines.
- Received “Star Performer Award” for using Test Optimization concepts in the Projects.
Personal Information
Title: Performance and Automation Test Engineer
Timeline
Automation and Performance Test Engineer
Broadridge Financial Solutions
08.2022 - Current
QA Engineer
CGI INDIA PVT LTD.
06.2019 - 07.2021
Master of Science - Engineering Data Science
University of Houston