JAWEED SARWARI
STAFFORD,VA
Summary
- More than 6 years of experience in Information Technology, with specializing in Software Quality Assurance Testing, proficient in testing on client/server and web based applications and experience on CoreJava, OOPS concepts.
- Proficient in using test automation tools such as Selenium WebDriver/IDE/Grid to develops automation testing scripts for web and client server applications.
- Sounds knowledge on junit, TestNG framework for Unit testing, Maven for Project building experience in the development of Data driven and Hybrid Automation frameworks in Selenium.
- Developed Test Scripts to implement Test Cases, Test scenarios, and features for BDD (behavior Driven Development) using Cucumber.
- Experienced in working on Selenium WebDriver automation scripts in Java for page Object Model (POM) cross-browser testing. Used testing annotations group the test methods and for cross-browser.
- Experience and domain knowledge in Banking, Retail, E-Commerce, Insurance, Financial-Mortgage domains, and their workflow.
- Extensive working experience on all phases of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), its methodologies such as Agile, SCRUM and Waterfalls Model.
- Extensive experience in reviewing and analyzing Business Requirement and creating Test Plans, Test Cases, Test Scripts, Test Estimation & Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM).
- Professional expertise in Smoke Testing, backed end Testing, Black-Box Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Functional Testing, Positive/Negative Testing, System Testing, Regression Testing GUI Software Testing, Ad-hoc Testing, Cross Browser/Cross Platform Testing, UI Validation, Boundary Value Testing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Software Tester
ABC Company
02.2021 - Current
- Enhanced software quality by designing and implementing comprehensive test plans and strategies.
- Reduced defects in final releases by thoroughly conducting manual and automated testing on software applications.
- Improved team efficiency by collaborating with developers to identify, document, and resolve software bugs.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products through rigorous testing processes.
- Created and executed automated software test plans, test cases and test scripts to uncover, identify and document software problems and causes.
- Interacted with software application developers and customer service teams to clarify design specifications, test requirements and address defect resolutions.
- Troubleshot with end-users and development teams to reproduce, investigate and debug software.
- Provided technical support during software installation and configuration.
- Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
- Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.
QA Automation Engineer
ABC Comapny
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Improved software quality by designing and implementing comprehensive automated test plans for various applications.
- Enhanced product reliability with thorough regression testing and continuous integration practices.
- Streamlined QA processes by developing and maintaining automation scripts, contributing to faster release cycles.
- Increased team efficiency by training and mentoring junior QA engineers in automation tools and best practices.
- Reduced manual testing time through the implementation of robust automation frameworks, optimizing resource utilization.
- Maintained high-quality standards with regular code reviews, identifying potential risks and areas for improvement.
- Established clear communication channels between developers and QA teams, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized problem solving.
- Managed defect tracking process using bug-tracking tools, providing timely updates on issue resolution progress to stakeholders.
- Successfully delivered high-quality software products on time and within budget, meeting or exceeding client expectations.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
- Tested functional and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications.
- Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
- Evaluated function, performance and design compliance of every product against design standards and customer needs.
- Developed monthly, end-of-quarter and other statistical reports for leadership team and quality improvement programs.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Led process improvement projects to help operations meet and exceed quality standards and reduce costs.
- Consulted manuals and process documents to investigate malfunctions.
- Liaised with vendors and end-users to uncover system optimization opportunities.
- Collected and analyzed data and initiated improvements to increase security and performance.
- Defined and implemented quality initiatives to reduce risk.
- Created and revised procedures, checklists and job aids to reduce errors.
- Analyzed quality and performance data to support operational decision-making.
- Addressed non-conformance issues, pausing production to correct errors.
- Updated inspection journals and daily summary logs with quality-related data.
- Implemented test scripts and recorded results.
- Created and collaborated in implementation and maintenance of customer complaint log.
- Developed training materials, SOPs and work instructions to supplement new team member onboarding.
- Edited, proofed and critiqued internal documents to improve clarity.
- Monitored KPIs to proactively address bottlenecks and quality issues.
- Performed standard first article inspections and random sampling inspections to verify adherence to customer standards.
- Inspected finished goods to verify conformance with customer specifications and company quality standards.
- Participated in departmental meetings to establish short- and long-term strategy.
- Developed and maintained quality assurance procedure documentation.
- Compiled and distributed weekly feedback to team leaders and managers to improve service time and quality while increasing productivity.
- Recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team to implement corrective actions.
- Collaborated with management to provide training on improved processes and assisted with creation and maintenance of quality training.
QA Analyst (Manual Tester)
ABC Company
05.2017 - 02.2018
- Improved software quality by executing thorough test plans and identifying defects before release.
- Enhanced product performance by conducting comprehensive regression testing on new updates.
- Streamlined QA processes for better efficiency, implementing standardized test cases across multiple projects.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features and bug fixes.
- Expanded team knowledge base, mentoring junior QA analysts on best practices and industry standards.
- Facilitated effective communication between developers and testers, fostering collaboration in resolving issues quickly.
- Evaluated emerging trends and technologies in the QA field, incorporating innovative tools where appropriate to enhance team capabilities.
- Analyzed quality and performance data to support operational decision-making.
- Addressed non-conformance issues, pausing production to correct errors.
- Pursued professional development opportunities to learn new testing tools and test strategies.
- Executed test scripts, logged defects and worked to resolve issues noted in testing process.
- Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
- Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
- Tested functional and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications.
- Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.
- Incorporated delivery requirements into planning of testing schedules.
- Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
- Gathered data on integration issues and vulnerabilities, reported findings and recommended improvements.
- Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team.
- Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
- Recommended changes and corrections to developers for optimal software performance and usability.
- Advised developers on problems with databases, performance and other issues.
- Completed in-depth usability testing on Windows, Android and iOS mobile devices.
- Completed pre-implementation testing for new system modifications to assess potential impacts.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
Education
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Germanna Community College
Locust Dale, VA08.2008
High School Diploma -
Brooke Point High School
Stafford, VA06.2005
Skills
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Automated Testing Framework
- Scenarios and Use Cases
- Apache Maven
- Test Program Development
- Software Manual Writing
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Test Procedure Documentation
- Testing Analytics
- Time Management
- Maintaining Quality Assurance Standards
- Test Plans and Test Methodologies
- Providing Feedback
- REST Assured
- Results and Deadline-Driven
- Software Release and Versioning
- Standards and Security Compliance
- Defect Tracking and Reporting
- Cross Browser Compatibility
- Manual Testing
- Google Drive
- Software Quality Assurance Knowledge
- Test Scheduling
- Functional Requirements Specification (FRS)
- UAT Support
- Apple macOS
- Functional Programming
- Log Files
- Scrum Methodology
- Team Mentoring
- Triage Meetings
- Team Meetings
- Key Performance Indicator Tracking
- High-Volume Environments
- Client Interactions
- Developing Quality Standards
- Programming Languages: Java, C#
- Web and Mobile Application QA
- Penetration Testing
- Corrective Actions
- Passionate About Quality
- Structure Query Language (SQL)
- Release Notes
- Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM)
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Client Requirements
- Agile Best Practices
- Testing Tools
- Languages
- Web Technologies
- IDE
- Test Framework
- Build Tool
- Processes
- Bug Tracking Tools
- Data Bases
- Operating System
- Selenium IDE/WebDriver, SOAP UI tool
- JAVA, XML, SQL
- HTML, XML, CSS
- Eclipse, SQL Developer
- Junit, TestNG, Data Driven Framework, Cucumber Maven
- Agile-Scrum, Waterfall
- JIRA, Rally, HP ALM
- MS Access, Oracle, MySQL
- Windows (XP, Vista & 7,8, 10 and 11
Timeline
Quality Assurance Software Tester
ABC Company
02.2021 - Current
QA Automation Engineer
ABC Comapny
03.2018 - 02.2021
QA Analyst (Manual Tester)
ABC Company
05.2017 - 02.2018
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Germanna Community College
High School Diploma -
Brooke Point High School