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Akanksha Gupta

@akankshagupta2

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Experienced QA lead with over 15 years in software testing.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a challenging role where I can lead QA teams and implement innovative testing strategies to enhance software quality.

I am a seasoned QA lead with over 15 years of experience in software testing across various domains, including banking, telecom, and client-server applications. My expertise lies in managing end-to-end QA functions, focusing on manual functional testing, regression testing, and automation testing using tools such as Selenium and RestAssured. I have successfully led teams of 8-10 QA engineers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products through effective test strategies and defect management.

Throughout my career, I have implemented UI and API test automation frameworks from scratch, utilizing popular tools like TestNG and Cucumber BDD. My role at ConcertIDC involved developing a banking application with a .NET core backend and React frontend, where I was responsible for managing the QA function and leading both manual and automation testing efforts. I have also mentored teams in Agile methodologies, enhancing product delivery and deployment processes.

My experience extends to managing QA teams for various projects, including the Ranger Mobile Sort product at GreyOrange, where I devised comprehensive test strategies and successfully delivered projects from engineering to production. I hold an ISTQB CTFL certification and have a strong understanding of Agile practices, making me a valuable asset in any software development environment.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Sr. QA Lead

Current

ConcertIDC

Feb 2021 - Mar 2023 (2 years 1 month)

Led the QA function for a banking application project, managing end-to-end testing processes and implementing test strategies. Developed UI and API test automation frameworks using Selenium and RestAssured, and collaborated closely with cross-functional teams for sprint planning and delivery.

Selenium Rest Assured TestNG NUnit Confluence Azure DevOps Agile

QA Lead

GreyOrange India

Feb 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 10 months)

Led the software verification team for the Ranger Mobile Sort product, creating comprehensive test plans and executing QA build delivery. Managed multiple projects and teams, ensuring successful product delivery from engineering to production.

Test Planning QA Build Delivery Agile Team Management Automation Testing ISTQB Project Management Sprint Planning

Test Lead

CellOS Software Systems

Dec 2013 - Mar 2019 (5 years 3 months)

Managed end-to-end testing for various products, including middleware and BI applications. Led the team in functional and regression testing, API tests, and database validation, while also developing GUI automation frameworks using Selenium.

Selenium Python API Testing ETL DWH Regression Testing Team Leadership

Test Engineer

Alcatel-Lucent

Jul 2006 - Apr 2012 (5 years 9 months)

Started career in the Automation Testing team, developing automated regression test scripts for the Wireless Call Server. Led the QA automation team for the Wireless Element Management System, performing functional testing and automation of regression tests.

Automation Testing Regression Testing Functional Testing Team Leadership Wireless Call Services

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology

2002 - 2006

Grade: 75.3%

Graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering in Information Technology, focusing on software development and engineering principles. Achieved an aggregate of 75.3% during the course.

Army Public School

Senior Secondary, Science

2002 - 2004

Grade: 87.6%

Completed Senior Secondary education (10+2) with a focus on Science and Mathematics. Secured an aggregate of 87.6%.

Rainbow English School

Higher Secondary, General Education

2000 - 2002

Grade: 92.4%

Completed Higher Secondary education (10th grade) with a strong emphasis on academic performance. Secured an aggregate of 92.4% and received a merit certificate for Social Science.