I am Shri Sidhu, a Software Test Analyst with over 14 years of experience delivering high-quality software in financial services, healthcare, and enterprise environments. I specialise in manual and automated testing, API and system integration validation, and regulatory compliance (FCA, PRA, and TCF). I have served as the sole QA tester on cloud migration projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve quality and delivery efficiency.\n\nI thrive on critical thinking, risk-based testing, and mentoring teammates. I enjoy designing comprehensive test plans, building robust automation, and contributing to CI/CD pipelines that ensure reliable releases. Outside work, I stay active with gym workouts, yoga, meditation, and I am passionate about dance and DE&I initiatives.

Shri Sidhu

I am Shri Sidhu, a Software Test Analyst with over 14 years of experience delivering high-quality software in financial services, healthcare, and enterprise environments. I specialise in manual and automated testing, API and system integration validation, and regulatory compliance (FCA, PRA, and TCF). I have served as the sole QA tester on cloud migration projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve quality and delivery efficiency.\n\nI thrive on critical thinking, risk-based testing, and mentoring teammates. I enjoy designing comprehensive test plans, building robust automation, and contributing to CI/CD pipelines that ensure reliable releases. Outside work, I stay active with gym workouts, yoga, meditation, and I am passionate about dance and DE&I initiatives.

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I am Shri Sidhu, a Software Test Analyst with over 14 years of experience delivering high-quality software in financial services, healthcare, and enterprise environments. I specialise in manual and automated testing, API and system integration validation, and regulatory compliance (FCA, PRA, and TCF). I have served as the sole QA tester on cloud migration projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve quality and delivery efficiency.\n\nI thrive on critical thinking, risk-based testing, and mentoring teammates. I enjoy designing comprehensive test plans, building robust automation, and contributing to CI/CD pipelines that ensure reliable releases. Outside work, I stay active with gym workouts, yoga, meditation, and I am passionate about dance and DE&I initiatives.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

System Test Analyst at Pepper Money
July 1, 2016 - March 1, 2026
Led end-to-end testing across multiple releases, performing API testing, system integration testing (SIT), regression testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT) across complex enterprise systems. Served as the sole QA tester on a cloud migration project, validating application functionality, infrastructure stability, and third-party integrations. Designed and executed comprehensive test plans and detailed test cases aligned with business and regulatory requirements. Implemented automation scripts for the Broker Portal, reducing manual testing effort by 30%. Conducted database validation using SQL queries to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Managed and tracked defects using Jira and Azure DevOps, ensuring timely resolution with development teams. Performed risk-based testing, prioritising high-impact scenarios to improve release quality. Ensured testing activities adhered to FCA, PRA, and TCF regulatory standards. Contributed to the builds and high-end releases (CI/CD pipelines) by a
Software Test Analyst at OLM Group
September 1, 2013 - July 1, 2016
Acted as the sole QA tester within an Agile Scrum team for three years, responsible for end-to-end testing of new product development. Developed test plans, test cases, and automation scripts based on software specifications and business requirements. Conducted database validation using MS SQL, Oracle, and PostgreSQL. Performed API testing using Postman. Managed defect lifecycle processes, working closely with developers to ensure timely fixes within sprint cycles. Configured and maintained test environments aligned with production environments. Performed security and vulnerability testing, including penetration testing on new product releases. Supported multiple product releases, contributing to successful launches through thorough quality assurance. Mentored junior QA testers, sharing best practices in testing methodologies and quality processes.
Data Migration Test Analyst at I-Net Technologies (Swift) – Client: BUPA (Swift)
May 1, 2011 - September 1, 2013
Conducted data migration testing, validating source-to-target data transformations. Developed complex SQL queries to validate row counts, data integrity, and transformation rules. Prepared audit-ready testing documentation aligned with project standards. Identified and tracked risks, issues, and defects throughout the testing lifecycle. Produced daily and weekly test progress reports for project stakeholders. Performed unit testing and regression testing across .NET, Linux, and SQL environments. Improved release quality by executing structured regression cycles, reducing post-release defects by 25%. Worked closely with business users to ensure IT solutions aligned with operational requirements.
Data Migration Test Analyst at I-Net Technologies (Client: BUPA Swift, London)
May 1, 2011 - September 1, 2013
Conducted data migration testing, validating source-to-target data transformations. Developed SQL queries to validate row counts, data integrity, and transformation rules. Prepared audit-ready testing documentation. Identified and tracked risks, issues, and defects. Performed unit and regression testing across .NET, Linux, and SQL environments. Improved release quality by executing structured regression cycles and working with business users to ensure IT solutions meet operational requirements.

Education

B.Tech in Engineering & Technology at Watumull Institute of Technology, Mumbai University
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
B.Sc in Physics at Mumbai University
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
B.Tech in Engineering & Technology at Watumull Institute of Technology, Mumbai University
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
B.Sc. in Physics at Mumbai University
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026

Qualifications

ISTQB Certified Advanced Test Analyst
July 1, 2019 - April 30, 2026
Certified Agile tester
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
St John Ambulance First Aid at Work
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
ISTQB Certified Advanced Test Analyst
July 1, 2019 - April 30, 2026
Certified Agile Tester
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Certified St John Ambulance First Aid at Work
December 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Healthcare, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Government