Remya Vibin
Cupertino,United States
Summary
Experienced and versatile Test Lead with 14 years of comprehensive expertise spanning various domains and testing methodologies. Demonstrated leadership capabilities and a flexible mindset adept at tackling challenges head-on. Proven track record of success in guiding cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products. Adept at adapting testing strategies to diverse project requirements and driving innovation in testing processes. Passionate about fostering collaboration and continuous improvement within testing teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mobile App Test Lead
TCS - Comcast
03.2023 - Current
- Led comprehensive testing efforts with 10 member team including early testing, regression testing for Xfinity app across Android and iOS platforms, ensuring optimal performance and functionality of wide range of devices compatible with Xfinity services like POD, XLE, Doorbell, Camera and so on.
- Proficiently utilized Charles Proxy to monitor and analyze network traffic, identifying and resolving potential issues to enhance app stability and security.
- Facilitated Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, fostering transparency, communication, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to prioritize and address critical issues, ensuring timely resolution for seamless user experience.
- Extensively tested third-party devices for compatibility with Xfinity app, ensuring consistent performance and functionality across diverse hardware environments.
- Participated in implementation and execution of native mobile app automation testing strategies for both Android and iOS platforms
Exploratory Test Lead
TCS - Google
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Performed Exploratory Testing for Google Search related programs across new features and regression requests and led a team of 7 testers including both onshore and offshore.
- Testing is performed in multiple browsers in Android, iOS, Windows, Linux, Mac OS devices and Smart devices as well
- Responsible for Handling team across multiple programs
- Testing is performed based on Device calendar which ensures optimized testing is performed across all programs and features to cover all devices
- Test Management is carried out with Test Tracker and Defect management using Buganizer
- Executed test cases and documented defects, confirming resolution and mitigation of defects.
- Motivated team members to raise more Feature requests along with high priority bugs for better product engagement
- Implemented Session Based Test Management Approach which is meant to be best for exploratory testing which helped the team to be more focused and efficient towards identifying bugs and validating feature requests.
- Presented Bi-weekly business review status for exploratory testing performed with stakeholders
- Participated in preparation of Monthly summary, quarterly summary reports with innovative presentation skills.
Business Analyst
TCS - Albertsons
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Responsible for understanding scope of each release, business rules and ensure alignment across development teams
- Creating Functional Specification documents (FSDs) based on all information gathered with use cases, detailed process flow diagrams, and data flow diagrams as required.
- Conducted Walkthrough for all FSDs prepared with SMEs, Development and testing teams
- Mentored and provided hands-on guidance to a team of six new joiners, imparting in-depth knowledge of retail domain concepts and best practices in testing methodologies.
- Acted as a key stakeholder in candidate selection, leveraging domain expertise and technical acumen to assess candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit within the team.
- Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
Test Lead
TCS - PG&E
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Spearheaded testing initiatives as a Test Lead within PG&E, orchestrating comprehensive test planning, execution, and reporting activities to ensure the reliability and functionality of critical systems.
- Developed meticulous test plans tailored to project requirements, outlining test objectives, strategies, and schedules to guide testing efforts effectively and efficiently.
- Generated and disseminated daily status reports to project stakeholders, providing transparent insights into testing progress, issues encountered, and mitigation strategies employed to maintain project timelines and quality standards.
Test Lead/ Project Coordinator
TCS - Woolworths
07.2016 - 01.2020
- Responsible for Master data creation in SAP MM for warehouse management system for multiple projects.
- Facilitated seamless communication and collaboration between stakeholders and project teams dispersed across multiple locations, ensuring alignment on project objectives, timelines, and deliverables. Ensured that requirements are clearly defined, backlogs are refined and prioritized, scope is achieved, changes are formally managed through change requests
- Involved in workshops and brainstorming sessions with Stakeholders to document requirements in the form of Business Requirement Specification (BRS) / Use case Model/ System Context Diagram
- Aided in writing user acceptance test (UAT) cases and worked in close liaison between project stakeholders and testing team during UAT.
Test Lead
TCS - Marks & Spencer
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Orchestrated SAP MM testing activities, including master data creation and validation, ensuring accuracy and integrity in procurement processes.
- Utilized HP Quality Center to efficiently manage test cases, track defects, and ensure comprehensive test coverage throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provided regular updates on project progress, test results, and quality metrics in adherence to the waterfall model, enabling informed decision-making and timely course corrections.
Test Analyst
TCS - Talk Talk
12.2014 - 11.2015
- Led a team of 10 testers in executing comprehensive test strategies for Chordiant CRM application, ensuring thorough coverage and accuracy in testing efforts.
- Initiated automation feasibility analysis initiatives to identify opportunities for automating repetitive test scenarios, resulting in increased test efficiency and significant savings in testing efforts.
- Conducted regular knowledge-sharing sessions for new testers, imparting expertise in Chordiant CRM functionality, testing methodologies, and best practices, fostering a collaborative and empowered testing environment.
Test Lead
TCS - Nokia
01.2013 - 10.2014
- Directed two concurrent projects, overseeing testing activities for Tableau reports and OBIEE reporting, with an 11-member team, ensuring seamless coordination and alignment with project objectives.
- Orchestrated task delegation within the team, conducting daily follow-ups to track progress, address challenges, and maintain momentum towards achieving project milestones and deadlines.
- Led test effort estimation exercises, collaborating with stakeholders to accurately forecast resource requirements and timelines for testing activities. Additionally, led the preparation of comprehensive test plans and contributed to the formulation of test strategies tailored to project needs
Education
Masters in Computer Applications -
VLB Engineering College
India06.2009
Bachelors in Computer Applications -
Sree Narayana Guru College
India06.2006
Skills
- Mobile App Testing
- JIRA
- Exploratory testing
- Charles Proxy
- Regression testing
- HP Quality Centre
- Functional testing
- Test Tracker
- Mentoring
- SAP MM
Additional Information
Information on projects worked from Jan 2010 to Dec 2012 will be provided on request.
Timeline
Mobile App Test Lead
TCS - Comcast
03.2023 - Current
Exploratory Test Lead
TCS - Google
02.2022 - 02.2023
Business Analyst
TCS - Albertsons
01.2021 - 07.2021
Test Lead
TCS - PG&E
08.2020 - 12.2020
Test Lead/ Project Coordinator
TCS - Woolworths
07.2016 - 01.2020
Test Lead
TCS - Marks & Spencer
11.2015 - 06.2016
Test Analyst
TCS - Talk Talk
12.2014 - 11.2015
Test Lead
TCS - Nokia
01.2013 - 10.2014
Masters in Computer Applications -
VLB Engineering College
Bachelors in Computer Applications -
Sree Narayana Guru College
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