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Binghamton, New York, United States

- Conducted comprehensive business needs analysis, translating requirements into detailed technical specifications and functional documentation.- Designed, executed, and managed manual test cases and test plans to validate software functionality, performance, and user experience.- Identified, documented, and tracked defects and issues using bug-tracking tools, working closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution.- Managed end-to-end testing processes, including test case creation, execution, and reporting, to support software releases and updates.- Facilitated communication between business units and IT teams, ensuring clear understanding of requirements and project expectations.

San Francisco, Ca

Contributed to Agile team closely collaborating with the project management and developers with 2-week Sprints. Analyzed specifications and requirements (project structure and test design) Utilized Jira Xray plugin to create and execute test cases and test sets, generate test execution reports. Performed API testing using Postman and Swagger as API documentation; created requests, organized them into collections, verified HTTP status codes, response headers, and response payload. Automated REST API collection using JavaScript and ran it through Postman runner or using Newman. Developed and executed SQL queries to validate frontend test results against the backend (MySQL).Participated in test automation: converted test cases into Cucumber format, provided XPath expressions, wrote test scripts using predefined steps, and created required Selenium support code in Java.Monitored the status of filed bugs, followed up on them with developers to help resolve any arising issues, and retested fixed bugs to close the tickets. Tested mobile applications using Android Studio and used AVD tool to test applications on a variety of virtual platforms. Collected and analyzed logs for Android applications using the ADB command tool. Used Confluence to obtain, create, modify, and store test and app documentation (test plan, test design, functional specification, feature requests, test data, etc.). Coordinated with IT leads, developers, and system integration team to resolve various issues related to bug fixing, re- analyzed certain functionalities, and provided detailed feedback. Participated in Scrum meetings and shared knowledge and experience with QA team members.

● Tested multiple web-based and mobile applications provided by uTest customers● Studied application’s business requirements, technical specifications, and installation guidelines● Performed manual black box testing on most known Operation Systems and Mobile Platforms● Created and executed test cases, identified/reported defects, and performed regression testing following uTest standard procedures● Identified, researched, and reported software issues to uTest online defect tracking system with detailed bug description, screenshots, videos, and log files; checked for duplicated bugs prior to submitting them to the uTest system● Provided detailed feedback on the quality of the applications

Manlius, New York, United States

● Provided computer help desk support via telephone, face to face and remote desktop communication with end-users utilizing customer service techniques and strong communication skills● Administered user's rights, memberships, and access in Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange● Installed operating systems, software, antivirus and patches, and peripherals for users to ensure optimal performance● Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve a range of software, hardware and connectivity issues● Provided operational support and resolved application-related incidents, using a ticket system – Service Now, Jira/Confluence● Answering, evaluating and prioritizing the incoming telephone, voicemail, email, and in-person requests for assistance from users experiencing problems with hardware, software, networking, and other computer-related technologies● Remotely troubleshooting and diagnosing the user laptop and desktop computers by using Bomgar/Desktop Central● Utilizing administrative rights for software help (repair, recovery, upgrade, access), network access, and remote connection● Created a developing knowledge base of common user issues, descriptions and resolutions in Confluence

13790, Johnson City, New York, United States

● Complied with federal, state, local regulations, performed procedures with OSHA/HIPAA regulations to assure patient confidentiality● Performed various venipuncture (whole blood, automated red cell, plasma, platelet collection procedures)● Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories, and measuring vital signs● Prepared daily digital records, physical documents, maintained accurate donor records and work requests ● Monitored product quality and maintain lab equipment and machinery● Responsible for troubleshooting common issues; equipment installation and configuration of office workstations● Involved in new hire onboarding and training process; internal continuing education and skill training; class curriculum development, etc.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Technology Management

Computer Software Engineering

Activities and Societies: Manual Testing, QA Methodology, Agile, API testing, Documentation, Automation with Java.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Business/Managerial Economics, 3.8

Associate Of Science - As, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General