Irshad Ahamed Email & Phone Number

Experienced QA Test Lead with over 16 years of expertise in manual and automation testing across diverse domains including Energy, Banking and e-Commerce projects.Proficient in leading and mentoring large test teams, driving quality assurance strategies and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products.Strong leadership and communication skills, with a proven track record of establishing and evolving QA processes and best practices.Experience in test automation frameworks including Selenium and TDD/BDD Automation Frameworks.Knowledge in API Automation using tools like RestAssured and Postman, and a solid understanding of microservices architecture and cloud-based testing (AWS, Azure).Skilled in using test management tools such as JIRA, GitHub, with a strong focus on defect tracking, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.Proven ability to develop and implement comprehensive test strategies, including unit, integration, system, and regression testing, and UAT.Proficiency in other programming languages, with significant experience in data-driven testing methodologiesAdept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business users, to ensure seamless integration of testing efforts within Agile/Scrum environments.Proficient in CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (Git), and automated test execution within DevOps processes.Strong background in browser compatibility testing, GUI testing, mobile testing (iOS and Android).Proficient in troubleshooting and root cause analysis, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering bug-free releases.Experience in training and mentoring junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing.In-depth knowledge of software testing lifecycle, test planning, test case design, and test summary reporting.Track record of successfully managing multiple priorities under pressure, with a focus on timely delivery of high-quality software.Actively participated in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog meeting and retrospective meetings, contributing to process improvement and team collaboration.