Kiran S.

Kiran S.

Senior QA Engineer

Bangalore, India
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About Me

Kiran is a Senior QA Engineer with 13+ years of professional experience leading and managing QA processes within diverse software development environments. She designs and implements QA strategies to ensure the delivery of high-quality products in various industry domains including AI/ML, retail, logistics, banking, insurance, trading, and eCommerce. Proficient in various testing tools, Kiran conducts thorough testing methodologies and optimizes workflows to meet project deadlines and quality standards. She has also worked as a corporate QA trainer and has led cross-functional teams in the capacity of QA manager. Finally, Kiran is an active YouTuber specializing in software testing with a knack for creating engaging and informative content.

Work history

Myelin Foundry
Myelin Foundry
QA Manager
2024 - Present (1 year)
Bangalore, India
  • Managing, mentoring, and developing a team of QA engineers and testers, establishing robust QA standards and processes.

  • Designing detailed test plans and cases for AI/ML models and applications, incorporating both manual and automated testing methods to ensure high-quality deliverables.

  • Executing performance, scalability, and reliability tests on AI/ML systems and managing bug tracking and resolution.

  • Developing and maintaining comprehensive documentation of test processes, cases, and results, providing detailed quality reports and updates to stakeholders.

  • Identifying potential risks to product quality, developing mitigation strategies, and preparing contingency plans to address potential issues.

  • Participating in requirement gathering, product planning, customer reviews, and every step in product development.

  • Running extensive testing on automotive, ADAS features, AI-based automotive solutions, vehicle infotainment systems, video streaming solutions, and super resolution upscaling solutions for multiple clients.

  • Conducting integration tests for Raspberry Pi boards and Intel 8295 processors, ensuring compatibility and proper functionality between hardware components and software.

OSTC
OSTC
QA Lead
2021 - 2022 (1 year)
Remote
  • Worked on digital, web, cloud, and mobile projects and led the team.

  • Reviewed client requirements and provided feedback for creating test plans and strategy.

  • Re-evaluated the test strategy to adjust for new information, risks, shifting priorities, and schedules.

  • Followed Agile/Scrum development methodology using Azure DevOps and led test reviews and signoff on test cases.

  • Performed ETL testing using SQL queries, SQL server management tool, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks for data analysis, and data validations.

  • Developed automation scripts, reviewing and executing regressions with Selenium WebDriver and Eclipse with BDD Framework.

Agama Solutions
Agama Solutions
QA Trainer
2020 - 2020
Remote
  • Developed learning assets with the current focus area being e-learning.

  • Delivered and facilitated training content using various platforms.

  • Created reports including management summaries and status reports on training issues and initiatives.

  • Supported the design, development, and implementation of new learning programs to achieve a blended learning approach for all assigned training programs.

  • Supervised, coached, and evaluated new hires while in training to address areas of improvement.

Software QA Training RESTful Web ServicesE-learning
Jive Software
Jive Software
QA Lead
2019 - 2020 (1 year)
Remote
  • Participated in requirements meetings and detail design meetings to understand the functional requirements of the application to come up with test scenarios, test flow, and test procedures.

  • Performed user acceptance testing and led test reviews and signoff on test cases.

  • Developed various matrices for estimation, improved data review effectiveness, and provided accurate test reporting.

  • Involved in designing a requirement traceability matrix to analyze changes and identify areas of application for regression testing.

  • Developed automation scripts and performed cross-browser testing in Chrome, IE, and Mozilla Firefox.

  • Reviewed and executed regressions using Selenium WebDriver and evaluated change requests and impact analysis for projects.

Functional Requirements Test Scenarios User Acceptance Testing (UAT)Test Cases Test Reporting Regression testingAutomation Scripting Cross-browser Testing Chrome Internet Explorer Firefox Selenium WebDriver Impact Analysis
Aurea
Aurea
QA Automation Engineer
2018 - 2018
Remote
  • Developed test plans and test cases and tested the application through all phases of the SDLC.

  • Performed back-end testing by executing SQL queries and tested batch processes developed in Unix.

  • Maintained Selenium automation code and resources in source controls like GitHub, using also TestNG and Maven.

  • Performed smoke testing in UAT and production environments for deployment verification.

  • Configured and executed Jenkins build jobs for continuous integration (CI/CD) of code and deploying the build artifacts.

  • Tested web services using Postman to check communication between different services.

  • Prepared test status reports during the test execution process and reported status in all test-related project team meetings.

Mydala
Mydala
Senior QA Analyst
2015 - 2017 (2 years)
Delhi, India
  • Analyzed requirements and prepared an analysis document for requirement for client approval.

  • Performed unit testing, system testing, integration testing, performance testing, regression testing, and acceptance testing, as well as back-end testing by executing SQL queries.

  • Maintained Selenium automation code and resources in source controls like GitHub over the time for improvements and new features.

  • Used TestNG, Maven, and annotations with Selenium WebDriver.

  • Prepared HTML/PDF reports and test results after each release cycle for management and further test planning updates.

e-Bee Global Solutions
e-Bee Global Solutions
Senior Quality Analyst
2015 - 2015
Gurgaon, India
  • Prepared functional test scripts for items, purchase orders, replenishment, allocations, interfaces based on the business for clients like Raymonds, Ferns & Petals.

  • Implemented Hybrid-driven automation (data-driven and Page Object Model) test framework with Selenium WebDriver, Java, and TestNG.

  • Involved in testing web services (REST) using Postman and prepared requirements and functional specification documents.

  • Executed test cases using TestNG parameters, data providers, suites, parallel suites, and groups.

Functional TestingTest Scripting Hybrid Frameworks Page Object Model (POM)Selenium WebDriver TestNGJavaPostmanWeb ServicesRESTFunctional Specifications Test Cases
Delhivery
Delhivery
Technology Associate
2014 - 2014
Gurgaon, India
  • Involved in test cases development and review by development team and product management and modified the test cases based on their feedback.

  • Worked on end-to-end scenarios whether the POs are flowing to WMS (warehouse management systems).

  • Tested roles for security, login, and edit access for merchant assistant, replenishment assistant, assistant buyer, etc.

  • Manually tested native mobile apps on different mobile platforms.

  • Developed automation scenarios for system integration testing and regression testing using Selenium WebDriver.

  • Ran API testing using Postman by validating request and response for XML, JSON files.

  • Responsible for all aspects of project delivery (test design, test execution, and test summary report) and management (test metrics and risk analysis) to client partners, offshore manager, and onsite manager.

Test Case Development E2E TestingManual TestingSelenium WebDriver Test AutomationSystem Integration Testing (SIT) Regression testingAPI TestingPostmanJSONXMLTest Case Execution Test DesignRisk Analysis
Infosys
Infosys
Senior System Engineer
2010 - 2014 (4 years)
Thiruvananthapuram, India
  • Developed test plans and test cases, testing applications through all phases of the SDLC for Apple.

  • Performed unit testing, system testing, integration testing, performance testing, regression testing, and acceptance testing, as well as back-end testing by executing SQL queries.

  • Prepared test status reports and maintained defects using defect tracking systems like Jira or Radar.

  • Developed automation scenarios for system integration testing and regression testing using Selenium WebDriver.

  • Documented all deliverables adhering to client requirements and standards and coordinated with the onsite team for daily status updates.

Education

BE Computer Science
BE Computer Science
Maharshi Dayanand University - India
2006 - 2010 (4 years)