I am a results-driven IT professional with 13 years of dedicated experience in manual and automation testing, I have honed my skills as a proficient Test Manager. I specialize in Test and Defect Management using tools like Selenium WebDriver, HP-ALM, and Windchill PLM. My career is marked by a robust track record of designing and implementing comprehensive test strategies and managing end-to-end (E2E) testing processes that significantly enhance product quality and operational efficiency.I successfully led a team in automating over 300 test cases, directly contributing to a remarkable 100% success rate across five major production releases. My strategic initiatives have improved test coverage by 40% and reduced defect leakage by 30%, underpinning my ability to elevate team productivity by 25% through effective process optimization and targeted mentorship.My extensive experience extends to applying QA methodologies across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC). I am well-versed in Agile and Scrum methodologies and adept at project planning, forecasting, and facilitating high-stakes negotiations and training. These were mainly instrumental during my 10-week business engagements in Munich, Germany, in 2019 and 2023.Beyond technical expertise, my leadership capabilities have been proven through my active role in recruiting and training. I have interviewed over 100 candidates and significantly enhanced team capabilities. My comprehensive approach ensures the achievement of technical and business goals and fosters a culture of continuous improvement and learning within teams. I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex testing challenges and driving innovations that improve software quality and testing efficiency.