Gowthami Thandlam
McDonald,PENNSYLVANIA
Summary
Senior Testing Engineer with 8 years of experience in the software testing industry. Expertise in designing, implementing, and executing comprehensive test plans and test cases for web and API-based applications. Proficient in manual testing techniques and automation frameworks, including Selenium WebDriver and Postman. Proven ability to lead testing efforts, mentor team members, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Test Engineer
SAE INTERNATIONAL
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2019 - Current
- Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
- Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues encountered during the deployment of new software releases.
- Managed defect tracking systems, ensuring accurate documentation of issues for efficient resolution.
- Optimized test coverage with risk-based analysis techniques, focusing on high-impact areas of the application.
- Checked configuration files and logs to uncover root causes of problems.
- Lead the testing efforts for multiple complex projects, including web and API-based applications, from requirement analysis to production deployment.
- Design and implement comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and test cases to ensure the quality and reliability of software products. Manage and coordinate testing activities across cross-functional teams.
- Utilize automation testing frameworks such as Selenium WebDriver and TestNG to automate repetitive test cases and improve testing efficiency.
- Coordinated regression test automation activities across supported applications.
- Reduced project delivery time by implementing automated testing frameworks and tools.
- Worked closely with different departments to develop innovative solutions to functionality issues.
- Enhanced product reliability through thorough functional, regression, and performance testing.
- Exceeded client expectations through exceptional attention to detail in identifying potential defects before release.
Dfarm
Cardus,Inc
Farmington Hills, MI
02.2015 - 02.2019
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Collaborated with developers and business analysts to clarify requirements, resolve issues, and ensure alignment with project goals.
- Conducted API testing to validate the functionality, performance, and security of RESTful APIs using tools like Postman and SoapUI.
- Provided regular status updates, test reports, and metrics to project stakeholders to track testing progress and identify risks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Sri Vidyanikethan Engineering College
Tirupati05.2014
Skills
- Database Testing
- Agile Best Practices
- Engineering Team Support
- Recordkeeping abilities
- Defect Tracking and Reporting
- Test processing
- Compatibility Testing
- Test Automation Frameworks
- Git proficiency
- Cross-platform testing
- Manual Testing
- Black Box Testing
- Smoke Testing
Timeline
Software Test Engineer
SAE INTERNATIONAL
02.2019 - Current
Dfarm
Cardus,Inc
02.2015 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Sri Vidyanikethan Engineering College