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I am a results-driven QA professional with 12 years of experience in both manual and automated testing, specializing in designing and implementing comprehensive test strategies to ensure high-quality software releases. I have built robust test automation frameworks using Selenium with Java and Python, integrated automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, and managed defects with JIRA. I have a proven track record of reducing manual testing efforts by 85% and improving test coverage by 90% through innovative automation solutions. I am eager to leverage my analytical and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement in software quality. I've refreshed my automation skills with Python testing, completed the Python for Everybody course, and studied prompt-writing tools and techniques to stay current with Agile practices. I am excited to hit the ground running in a challenging QA role.…I am a results-driven QA professional with 12 years of experience in both manual and automated testing, specializing in designing and implementing comprehensive test strategies to ensure high-quality software releases. I have built robust test automation frameworks using Selenium with Java and Python, integrated automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, and managed defects with JIRA. I have a proven track record of reducing manual testing efforts by 85% and improving test coverage by 90% through innovative automation solutions. I am eager to leverage my analytical and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement in software quality. I've refreshed my automation skills with Python testing, completed the Python for Everybody course, and studied prompt-writing tools and techniques to stay current with Agile practices. I am excited to hit the ground running in a challenging QA role.

Bhavani Ananthan

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I am a results-driven QA professional with 12 years of experience in both manual and automated testing, specializing in designing and implementing comprehensive test strategies to ensure high-quality software releases. I have built robust test automation frameworks using Selenium with Java and Python, integrated automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, and managed defects with JIRA. I have a proven track record of reducing manual testing efforts by 85% and improving test coverage by 90% through innovative automation solutions. I am eager to leverage my analytical and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement in software quality. I've refreshed my automation skills with Python testing, completed the Python for Everybody course, and studied prompt-writing tools and techniques to stay current with Agile practices. I am excited to hit the ground running in a challenging QA role.…I am a results-driven QA professional with 12 years of experience in both manual and automated testing, specializing in designing and implementing comprehensive test strategies to ensure high-quality software releases. I have built robust test automation frameworks using Selenium with Java and Python, integrated automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, and managed defects with JIRA. I have a proven track record of reducing manual testing efforts by 85% and improving test coverage by 90% through innovative automation solutions. I am eager to leverage my analytical and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement in software quality. I've refreshed my automation skills with Python testing, completed the Python for Everybody course, and studied prompt-writing tools and techniques to stay current with Agile practices. I am excited to hit the ground running in a challenging QA role.

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I am a results-driven QA professional with 12 years of experience in both manual and automated testing, specializing in designing and implementing comprehensive test strategies to ensure high-quality software releases. I have built robust test automation frameworks using Selenium with Java and Python, integrated automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, and managed defects with JIRA. I have a proven track record of reducing manual testing efforts by 85% and improving test coverage by 90% through innovative automation solutions.

I am eager to leverage my analytical and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement in software quality. I’ve refreshed my automation skills with Python testing, completed the Python for Everybody course, and studied prompt-writing tools and techniques to stay current with Agile practices. I am excited to hit the ground running in a challenging QA role.

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Senior Software Test Engineer at HCL Technologies

August 1, 2017 - September 1, 2019

Developed and maintained robust test automation scripts using Selenium WebDriver with Java and the TestNG framework, reducing manual testing time by 50%. Designed and executed manual and automated test cases for web and mobile applications, ensuring functionality and cross-browser compatibility. Integrated automated test suites into the Jenkins CI/CD pipeline, enabling continuous testing and reducing defect leakage into production by 45%. Performed API testing using Postman and REST Assured, validating API requests and responses and ensuring seamless microservices integration. Created detailed test documentation and tracked defects using JIRA, collaborating with cross-functional teams. Executed SQL queries for back-end data validation across Oracle and MySQL.

Software Test Lead at HCL Technologies

May 1, 2014 - August 1, 2017

Led QA efforts using Waterfall and Agile methodologies to ensure new features met requirements and QA standards. Executed manual and automated tests for web-based applications, smoke, functional, and regression testing across SIT/UAT/PROD environments. Automated over 500 manual test cases using Selenium WebDriver, reducing testing time and increasing release frequency. Mentored QA engineers in test data identification and automation tools; developed a reusable test case library to improve team productivity.

Software Test Lead Engineer at HCL Technologies

May 1, 2012 - April 1, 2014

Automated over 500 manual test cases with Selenium WebDriver, improving STLC efficiency by 30%. Validated SWIFT messages for trades and performed end-to-end testing. Led offshore team and collaborated with clients to ensure alignment with requirements; tracked defects using JIRA; implemented test plans and resource estimation.

Software QA Engineer at HCL Technologies

December 1, 2009 - May 1, 2012

Collaborated with developers to log, track, and resolve bugs using JIRA. Automated test cases with Selenium WebDriver, and performed manual/automation testing for Boeing FTCS. Conducted API testing with SOAP UI and REST services; prepared detailed test reports and created reusable testing frameworks.

Software QA Engineer at HCL Technologies

September 1, 2007 - November 1, 2009

Gained hands-on experience with PM SMART Tool; supported core project teams; delivered weekly training sessions and served as a best facilitator for tool usage.