Waqas Zulfiqar

• Successfully developed and implemented comprehensive test framework utilising Puppeteer, starting from scratch
• Proficiently created feature test plans, ensuring thorough coverage of desired functionalities
• Demonstrated leadership by establishing single Automation Framework, across all products
• Implemented CI/CD pipelines using GitHub actions, streamlining software delivery lifecycle
• Provided mentoring and guidance to new hires, aiding in their onboarding and fostering their professional growth.
• Proficient in utilising Puppeteer, Jest, GitHub Actions, AWS, and BrowserStack to optimize testing and development processes.

• Defined test objectives, scope, and strategies. Developed comprehensive test plans and cases for thorough testing coverage.
• Performed various types of testing (functional, regression, performance, usability, security). Executed test cases, logged defects, and verified fixes.
• Designed, developed, and maintained automated test scripts and frameworks (Cypress and Ruby) to enhance testing efficiency. Analyzed results from automated tests.
• Identified, documented, and tracked software defects using issue-tracking systems.
• Collaborated with DevOps teams to integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines. Ensured automated tests were part of deployment process.

• Primary responsibilities included managing the Automation Team.

• Defined test objectives, wrote test cases, and developed automation scripts.

• Evaluated projects and test scenarios eligible for automation.

• Implemented and executed automated regression tests in Appium, Selenium & Cypress.

• Extensively used Bit Bucket/Microsoft Azure/Jenkins pipelines for CI/CD implementation.

• Built and maintained automation scripts across projects.

• Maintained automation scripts consistently according to modifications made to the software.

• Provided training on the use of automation tools and execution of existing scripts for new employees.

• Worked in team environment with architects, developers, project managers, and systems engineers to ensure timely delivery of quality products to production.

• Created and maintained the test artefacts specific to each release/cycle, including requirements, test cases, etc.

• Established traceability and coverage of the test assets.

• Provided test execution support – created test suites and captured test execution status, among other tasks.

• Managed bug tracking and defect management.

• Demonstrated methodical, detail-oriented, and thorough approach to all assignments while adhering to compressed timelines.

• Completed all assignments on or ahead of schedule.

• Consistently received recognition for excellent problem-solving and analytical skills from programmers, project managers, and supervisors. • Collaborated with QA, development, and business groups to complete comprehensive testing on more than 50 major new releases.

• Experienced in cucumber scripting.