I am a QA Tester and Automation Engineer with 15+ years of experience in manual and automated software testing across enterprise and distributed systems. I specialize in test case design, execution, defect tracking, regression testing, and quality assurance processes.\n\nI bring hands-on experience in UI, API, integration, and system testing, with strong knowledge of Python-based automation, CI/CD, and Agile methodologies. I thrive on collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify defects early and deliver reliable software, and I enjoy turning complex testing into maintainable automation and clear results.

Richa Gupta

I am a QA Tester and Automation Engineer with 15+ years of experience in manual and automated software testing across enterprise and distributed systems. I specialize in test case design, execution, defect tracking, regression testing, and quality assurance processes.\n\nI bring hands-on experience in UI, API, integration, and system testing, with strong knowledge of Python-based automation, CI/CD, and Agile methodologies. I thrive on collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify defects early and deliver reliable software, and I enjoy turning complex testing into maintainable automation and clear results.

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I am a QA Tester and Automation Engineer with 15+ years of experience in manual and automated software testing across enterprise and distributed systems. I specialize in test case design, execution, defect tracking, regression testing, and quality assurance processes.\n\nI bring hands-on experience in UI, API, integration, and system testing, with strong knowledge of Python-based automation, CI/CD, and Agile methodologies. I thrive on collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify defects early and deliver reliable software, and I enjoy turning complex testing into maintainable automation and clear results.

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Work Experience

QA Analyst / Senior QA at NetApp (via TCS)
February 1, 2022 - November 1, 2025
Designed, developed, and executed manual and automated test cases across UI, API, and integration layers. Performed functional, regression, exploratory, and release testing; identified and tracked defects using Jira; collaborated with development teams for resolution; conducted API testing using Postman and Swagger for REST service validation; created detailed test reports; supported CI/CD workflows using Jenkins; contributed to Python-based automation to improve testing efficiency.
Senior QA Test Lead at TCS (NetApp project)
March 1, 2019 - January 31, 2022
Designed and reviewed test plans, test scenarios, and test cases based on business requirements; executed regression and system testing; improved defect detection through enhanced test coverage and scenario analysis; participated in Agile ceremonies; collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure quality deliverables and timely releases.
Automation / QA Engineer at TCS
February 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
Developed and maintained Python-based automated test scripts for system and API validation; automated repetitive regression scenarios to improve testing efficiency; contributed to reusable automation frameworks and CI/CD-integrated testing processes; performed defect analysis, debugging, and validation of fixes.
Test Lead at HPE OneView (via TCS)
April 1, 2016 - January 31, 2018
Led end-to-end testing activities across UI, API, and system components; created test cases from requirements and executed functional and integration testing; logged and tracked defects while coordinating with developers for issue resolution; performed system validation and release verification testing.
Test Analyst – NetApp (via TCS) at NetApp (via TCS)
April 1, 2010 - March 31, 2016
Designed and executed manual test cases for enterprise systems; performed functional, integration, and regression testing; contributed to test planning and defect analysis across releases; automated environment setup using scripting, reducing manual effort.
Senior QA Test Lead at TCS
March 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Designed and reviewed test plans, test scenarios, and test cases based on business requirements. Executed regression and system testing activities for enterprise applications. Improved defect detection through enhanced test coverage and scenario analysis. Participated in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives. Worked closely with cross-functional teams to ensure quality deliverables and timely releases.

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Qualifications

Bachelor of Technology (Electronics & Communication Engineering)
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
Claude-101 (AI Certification)
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
Google AI Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
RHCE, RHCSA
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
NCDA, NCIE-SAN
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
ITIL Foundation Certified
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
Bachelor of Technology (Electronics & Communication Engineering)
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
Claude-101 AI Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
Google AI Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
RHCE
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
RHCSA
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
NCDA
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
NCIE-SAN
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
ITIL Foundation Certified
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics
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    • Improved maintainability and execution reliability through modular framework architecture and reusable components
    • Implemented automated reporting and structured defect validation workflows

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