Gayathri R Nair

Projects:
E-learning Application, Third-Party Integrations (Degreed, EdCast), AI Applications and Testing
Role(s): Test Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer
Team: Software Testing
Platform: Web Applications, iOS & Android Devices, Windows Applications, API Testing, Accessibility Testing, UI/UX Testing, Functional Testing

Responsibilities:

• Collaborated with product managers and developers to understand both functional and non-functional product requirements.
• Developed comprehensive test plans based on user acceptance criteria, defining scope, objectives, resources, and timelines.
• Identified potential software risks early and ensured they were mitigated through proactive testing strategies.
• Designed detailed, reusable test cases from user stories and acceptance criteria, covering edge cases and complex scenarios.
• Prepared test data to support robust test execution and validated test cases with developers and business analysts.
• Executed manual test cases to verify software behavior and ensure alignment with functional specifications.
• Verified UI/UX elements for consistency with design guidelines and optimal user experience.
• Reduced product defects by designing and executing detailed test plans, incorporating manual and automated testing methods.
• Streamlined the bug reporting process by creating clear documentation guidelines for accurate issue tracking and faster resolution times.
• Supported the successful launch of numerous product releases by coordinating QA efforts, including test planning, execution, and reporting.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve complex software issues, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Ensured compliance with industry standards by conducting thorough audits of QA processes and documentation practices.
• Validated software security measures through penetration testing efforts designed to uncover vulnerabilities before production release.
• Developed strong working relationships with stakeholders to set realistic expectations regarding product deliverables and timelines.
• Improved software quality by developing and implementing comprehensive test strategies for new products and features.
• Played a key role in the establishment of Quality Assurance Centers of Excellence, fostering knowledge sharing and collaboration among teams across the organization.
• Spearheaded the adoption of Agile methodologies within the QA team, promoting collaboration, adaptability, and rapid delivery of high-quality software.
• Assessed software bugs and compiled findings along with suggested resolutions for development team members.
• Participated in available trainings to improve software knowledge.
• Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.

Projects:
Kitchen Display Screen, Sapaad iOS App, Sapaad App, Payment Testing (Stripe & Geidea), Third-Party Integrations (Talabat, Zomato, Deliveroo, Grab)
Role(s): Test Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Automation Engineer, Junior Test Engineer
Team: Software Testing
Platform: Web Applications, iOS & Android Devices, Windows Applications, API Testing, POS Systems, Android POS App, Mall Connect

Responsibilities:

• Enhanced test frameworks and automation tools to align with evolving technology standards and product updates.
• Led quality assurance automation processes including peer reviews, script maintenance, and feature-based updates.
• Analyzed requirements and prepared comprehensive documentation, test plans, and test cases.
• Designed and executed test cases using tools such as Capybara, Ruby, Cucumber, XCode (XCUI Testing), Selenium, Java, Rest Assured API, Net::HTTP, and Android Studio Espresso.
• Reported bugs, tracked them through the lifecycle, and conducted regression testing to ensure stability.
• Gained deep understanding of product ecosystem, roadmap, and customer experience to align testing with business goals.

Project Title: Bsynapse – Accounting System
Client: Muthoot Finance Ltd
Role: Software Developer
Technical Environment: CodeIgniter, PhpMyAdmin

Responsibilities:

• Analyzed and documented client requirements to ensure accurate system functionality and alignment with business goals.
• Designed and implemented database tables using PhpMyAdmin to support accounting workflows and data integrity.
• Developed and integrated user interfaces and backend logic using CodeIgniter framework for seamless user experience.
• Prepared detailed test cases and executed manual testing to validate system performance and reliability.
• Applied Black Box, White Box, and Grey Box testing techniques to ensure comprehensive coverage of functional and structural aspects.

Project Title: Hematology Emulator
Client: U.S.-based Healthcare Client
Role: Project Trainee
Technical Environment: NetBeans IDE, SQL Server 2008

Responsibilities:

• Collaborated with stakeholders to understand and document client requirements for the hematology simulation system.
• Designed and developed user interfaces in NetBeans IDE, ensuring alignment with user expectations and usability standards.
• Created and optimized database tables in SQL Server 2008 to support efficient data storage and retrieval.
• Implemented core functionalities of the emulator, integrating UI components with backend logic and database operations.
• Conducted unit testing and participated in system integration to ensure reliability and performance.