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Hello! I am Nilakshi Suriarachchi, a Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer with 4+ years of experience in manual testing and hands-on automation testing using Selenium in Agile environments. I have a strong focus on API testing, test design, defect management, and validating large-scale web applications and LMS integrations. I am proficient in CI/CD support, and I am currently expanding my QA expertise while pursuing an MSc in E-Government in Germany.
I work well in cross-functional teams and enjoy turning complex requirements into robust test strategies. I have experience in database validation (PostgreSQL, Cassandra), monitoring/log analysis (AWS CloudWatch, Kibana), and maintaining test documentation (Confluence). I am actively seeking opportunities to contribute to quality across the software development life cycle.
Skills
Language
English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent
Work Experience
Senior Software Quality Engineer at Pearson
January 1, 2024 - PresentCreated and maintained Quality Management Plans aligned with release requirements. Executed manual testing including functional, integration, and regression testing. Designed, managed, and executed test cases using Application Lifecycle Management (ALM). Reported and managed defects using JIRA and supported defect resolution through bug triage activities. Managed incidents and supported issue resolution using ServiceNow. Prepared test plans and detailed test summary reports for releases. Conducted database verification using PostgreSQL and Cassandra. Used AWS CloudWatch and Kibana for monitoring, log analysis, and issue investigation. Maintained and updated test documentation in Confluence. Coordinated accessibility and compatibility testing to ensure usability and compatibility. Participated in Agile ceremonies including SO S, Bug Triages, RRR, and CAB meetings.
Software Quality Engineer at Pearson
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Performed manual testing for functional, integration, and regression scenarios. Designed and maintained test cases using ALM to ensure adequate test coverage. Reported, tracked, and managed defects using Jira and supported resolution through the development lifecycle. Created API verification for backend services using Postman. Created test plans and test summary reports to support release activities. Supported automation initiatives in the QE pipeline and debugging.
Junior Quality Assurance Engineer at Insighture
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021Designed and executed functional and non-functional test scenarios. Performed manual testing of web applications within Agile development processes. Reported and tracked defects using JIRA. Collaborated with developers to verify fixes and retest resolved issues.
Intern Quality Assurance Engineer at Virtusa
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019Assisted in test case design and manual test execution for functional and non-functional requirements. Supported requirement understanding and analysis.
Senior Software QA Engineer at Pearson
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Created and maintained Quality Management Plans (QMP) aligned with release requirements. Designed and executed test strategies covering functional, integration, and regression testing. Reported, tracked, and managed defects using JIRA; managed incidents and supported issue resolution using ServiceNow. Created test plans and test summary reports to support release activities. Performed database validation using PostgreSQL and Cassandra. Used AWS CloudWatch and Kibana for monitoring, log analysis, and issue investigation. Maintained and updated test documentation in Confluence. Participated in Agile ceremonies including SOs, Bug Triage, RRR, and CAB meetings.
Software Quality Assurance Engineer at Pearson
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024Executed manual testing for functional, integration, and regression scenarios. Designed and maintained test cases using ALM to ensure adequate requirement coverage. Performed API testing using Postman for backend validation. Supported Jenkins pipeline creation for QE automation. Coordinated performance testing activities to assess system reliability. Provided QE support for troubleshooting production and non-production issues. Actively followed Agile development methodologies and participated in sprint ceremonies.
Associate Software Quality Engineer at John Keells IT
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022Executed functional and regression testing in Agile environments. Reported and managed defects using Jira to ensure timely resolution. Worked closely with development teams to fix issues.
Education
MSc in E-Government at University of Koblenz
October 1, 2024 - March 3, 2026BSc in Management Information Systems (Special) at NSBM Green University
March 1, 2016 - December 1, 2019MSc in E-Government at University of Koblenz
October 1, 2024 - April 22, 2026BSc in Management Information Systems (Special) at NSBM Green University
January 1, 2016 - December 1, 2019Qualifications
ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level
January 1, 2022 - March 3, 2026IELTS Examination Certificate
January 1, 2023 - March 3, 2026German Language Certificate A1
January 1, 2023 - March 3, 2026German Language Certificate A2
January 1, 2023 - March 3, 2026ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL)
January 1, 2022 - April 22, 2026IELTS Examination Certificate
January 1, 2023 - April 22, 2026Software Quality Assurance Professional Program
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Education, Government, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment
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