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RAHUL SHARMA – Senior QA Engineer Resume
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RAHUL SHARMA
Bangalore, India | +91-9876543210 | rahul.sharma.qa@gmail.com | linkedin.com/in/rahulsharmaqa

Professional Summary

Highly accomplished QA Engineer with 8+ years of experience in delivering robust, scalable, and high-quality software solutions. Expertise in designing test strategies, leading QA initiatives, and ensuring defect-free product releases across web and enterprise applications. Strong hands-on experience in Manual Testing, API Testing, and Database Validation, with a proven track record of reducing production defects, improving test efficiency, and enhancing user experience. Adept at working in Agile environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive quality at every stage of the SDLC.

Core Competencies

Testing: Manual Testing, Functional Testing, Regression Testing, Integration Testing, UAT, API Testing, Database Testing, Cross-browser Testing, Cross-platform Testing, Risk-based Testing, Smoke Testing, Sanity Testing, Exploratory Testing, Compatibility Testing, Usability Testing, Performance Testing (Basic)

Tools: Jira, Postman, MySQL, Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, Browser DevTools, Git (Basic), Jenkins (Basic)

Technical: SQL Queries, REST API, JSON, XML, HTML, CSS, Java (Basic), Python (Basic), Linux Commands

Methodologies: Agile, Scrum, SDLC, STLC, Test Planning, Test Strategy, Defect Management, Requirement Analysis, Gap Identification

Domain: Banking, Fintech, E-commerce, Enterprise Applications, Payment Systems, AEPS, NPCI, UPI

Soft Skills: Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Communication, Problem Solving, Analytical Thinking, Time Management, Documentation, Mentoring

Professional Experience
Senior QA Engineer Jan 2022 โ€“ Present
ABC Technologies Pvt Ltd, Bangalore
Key Responsibilities:
  • Leading end-to-end QA lifecycle including test planning, test case design, test execution, and release validation for enterprise web applications
  • Designing and reviewing comprehensive test cases for maximum coverage and efficiency across functional, regression, integration, and API testing
  • Performing manual testing for web-based applications including functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing
  • Validating REST APIs using Postman with JSON request/response validation and backend data verification using complex SQL queries
  • Driving defect triage meetings with development teams and ensuring timely resolution of critical and high-priority defects
  • Collaborating with developers, product managers, business analysts, and stakeholders to ensure quality deliverables
  • Participating in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
  • Mentoring junior QA team members and conducting knowledge sharing sessions on testing best practices
  • Creating detailed test reports, traceability matrices, and quality metrics for stakeholder review
Key Achievements:
  • Reduced production defects by 40% through implementation of improved testing strategies and risk-based testing approach
  • Improved regression cycle efficiency by 30% by optimizing test case suite and eliminating redundant test cases
  • Identified critical security and functional bugs before production deployment, preventing major business impact and financial loss
  • Successfully delivered 15+ releases with zero high-severity defects and 98% on-time delivery rate
  • Automated 200+ test cases using Selenium WebDriver and TestNG framework, reducing manual effort by 25%
QA Engineer Jun 2018 โ€“ Dec 2021
XYZ Solutions Ltd, Pune
Key Responsibilities:
  • Executed comprehensive manual testing for web-based enterprise applications across multiple modules
  • Performed UI testing, usability testing, and cross-browser compatibility testing on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
  • Designed and maintained regression test cases and executed regression test suites for every release cycle
  • Logged, tracked, and managed defects using Jira with proper severity and priority classification
  • Collaborated with cross-functional team members to ensure quality delivery within sprint timelines
  • Participated in requirement analysis and identified gaps in business requirements before development phase
  • Created detailed test execution reports and defect summary reports for management review
Achievements:
  • Reduced defect leakage to production by 25% through improved test coverage and edge case analysis
  • Recognized for strong analytical and debugging skills, awarded “Star Performer” for Q3 2020
  • Successfully tested and delivered 3 major product releases within tight deadlines
Junior QA Tester Jul 2016 โ€“ May 2018
TechNova Systems, Hyderabad
Key Responsibilities:
  • Executed manual test cases and documented test results with detailed observations and screenshots
  • Assisted senior QA members in regression testing and smoke testing cycles for every build
  • Supported defect tracking, reporting, and verification activities using Jira
  • Worked closely with senior QA team members to learn testing methodologies and best practices
  • Participated in test case review meetings and provided feedback for improvement
  • Created and maintained test data for various testing scenarios and environments
Project Experience
E-commerce Web Application
  • Tested critical modules including product listing, shopping cart, checkout process, payment gateway integration, and order management
  • Performed API validation for product search, cart operations, and payment processing endpoints using Postman
  • Conducted database testing to verify order data, inventory updates, and transaction records using SQL queries
  • Ensured cross-browser compatibility and responsive design testing across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
  • Validated end-to-end user journey from product search to order confirmation and delivery tracking
Banking / Fintech Application
  • Tested secure login authentication, multi-factor authentication, and session management functionalities
  • Validated fund transfer, transaction history, and payment workflows including NEFT, RTGS, and UPI integrations
  • Performed API testing for banking APIs and verified backend data integrity using complex SQL joins and queries
  • Conducted regression testing for critical releases and ensured compliance with banking security standards
  • Tested AEPS (Aadhaar Enabled Payment System) and NPCI integration modules for rural banking services
Tools and Technologies

Jira | Postman | MySQL | Selenium WebDriver | TestNG | Browser DevTools | Git | Jenkins | REST API | JSON | XML | HTML | CSS | Java | Python | Linux | Windows | Agile | Scrum

Education
Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science
Visvesvaraya Technological University, Bangalore
Certifications
  • ISTQB Foundation Level Certified Tester
  • Postman API Testing Fundamentals
  • Selenium WebDriver with Java – Udemy
Additional Strengths
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication with effective stakeholder management
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines consistently
  • Quick learner with strong adaptability to new tools, technologies, and domain knowledge
  • Self-motivated team player with leadership qualities and mentoring capabilities
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