Varinder Singh
Parramatta,NSW
Summary
Professional with strong background in automation testing, prepared to lead and drive impactful testing strategies. Adept at team collaboration and ensuring high-quality results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Skilled in developing and executing test automation frameworks, managing test scripts, and utilizing tools like Selenium and Azure. Reliable, results-focused, and ready to deliver on organizational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Manager
HCLTech
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Streamlined development processes through effective implementation of CI/CD practices using Azure DevOps, which led to a reduction in build times, promoting faster delivery cycles for critical applications
- Engineered automation frameworks leveraging Selenium WebDriver and BDD-SpecFlow, achieving a 50% reduction in manual testing time over six months while enhancing overall test coverage across critical application features
- Designed comprehensive API test automation frameworks and ensured seamless integration with existing applications, contributing to a consistent delivery of high-quality software products
- Executed the implementation of structured guidelines and processes for project management; maintained robust documentation practices that ensured consistent alignment with industry standards like Test Plan and Test Strategy, resulting in zero compliance issues throughout the year
- Develop comprehensive test plans and strategies for various projects
- Define the scope, objectives, and criteria for testing
- Collaborate with project managers and development teams to ensure alignment with project goals
- Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), which facilitated streamlined communication between cross-functional teams
- Implemented Agile methodology, leading to an increase in project delivery speed while collaborating with cross-functional teams of over ten members for enhanced communication and efficiency.
Test Lead
CareFusion/Becton Dickinson
10.2014 - 09.2024
- Crafted complex backend systems using C#/Java and .NET technologies, e.g an application to retrieve the data from HP ALM and generate various Test Execution reports to make an informed decision
- Spearheaded the deployment of automated performance tests using Apache JMeter that identified bottlenecks in existing workflows; findings to fix the three biggest causes of crashes enhanced overall platform reliability.
- Crafted automated scripts for efficient service validation through enhanced utilization of RESTful architectures via tools like POSTMAN; directly shortened regression testing cycles by approximately five days on average each month
- Mastered database technologies including SQL Server, leveraged advanced querying techniques to optimize data retrieval processes.
Sr. Software Engineer
TechMahindra
01.2011 - 10.2014
- Design and develop test cases, test scripts, and test data
- Execute manual and automated tests to ensure software quality
- Identify, document, and track defects and issues
- Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks and tools
- Write and execute automated test scripts.
- Continuously improve test automation processes and tools.
- Ensure that software meets the required standards and specifications.
- Conduct thorough regression testing to verify that fixes and enhancements do not introduce new issues.
- Perform root cause analysis of defects and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and review meetings.
- Communicate test results, progress, and issues to the team and management.
- Mentor and guide junior test engineers and team members.
- Provide technical leadership and expertise in testing methodologies and best practices.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team.
Software Engineer
Bebo Technologies
07.2008 - 12.2010
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Punjab Technical University
03.2006
Skills
- Selenium Web Driver with C#/Java
- BDD(SpecFlow) and other frameworks(Data/Keyword driven)
- Azure DevOps
- HP Quality Center
- Apache Jmeter
- SQL Server
- Github
- JIRA
- API Testing(POSTMAN)
Other skills
- Project management
- Agile methodology
- Risk assessment
- Data analysis
- Team leadership
- Software quality assurance
- Stakeholder engagement
- Automation framework design
- Performance testing expertise
- Agile methodology expertise
Awards
Spot Bonus award*2.(CareFusion/BD).
Employee of the Quarter *2(CareFusion/BD).
Best Team awards*3 (CareFusion/BD).
Pat on the Back*2 award (Tech Mahindra)
Certification
Azure Developer(AZ-204)
ISTQB Certified Tester(Foundation Level)
ISTQB Certified Test Manager(Advanced level)
Timeline
Technical Manager
HCLTech
09.2024 - 01.2025
Test Lead
CareFusion/Becton Dickinson
10.2014 - 09.2024
Sr. Software Engineer
TechMahindra
01.2011 - 10.2014
Software Engineer
Bebo Technologies
07.2008 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Punjab Technical University
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