Shailendra Pradhan

About Shailendra Pradhan

Experienced QA Professional |Automation Testing | End-to-End Testing || Data ScienceAs an accomplished Quality Assurance (QA) specialist, I bring a wealth of expertise in end-to-end testing, from strategy and planning to defect management and reporting. My journey has been marked by a commitment to excellence, a passion for innovation, and a drive to deliver exceptional results.Key Skills and Accomplishments:End-to-End Testing: I have successfully orchestrated end-to-end testing processes, ensuring seamless integration across various stages. From requirement analysis to user acceptance testing, I’ve meticulously designed and executed test plans that align with project goals.Automation Testing: Proficient in Selenium WebDriver with Java (BDD, TestNG), I’ve automated critical test scenarios, enhancing efficiency and accuracy. My hands-on experience extends to REST API and SOAP/Ready API testing, enabling robust validation of APIs.SQL and Unix Mastery: My ability to write complex SQL queries and navigate Unix environments has been instrumental in uncovering hidden defects and ensuring data integrity.Generative AI and GitHub Copilot: Trained in Generative AI, including ChatGPT and Hugging Face, I leverage cutting-edge tools to enhance QA processes. GitHub Copilot assists me in code reviews and test script optimization.Data Science Exploration: I’ve delved into data science, machine learning, and AI using Python and R. My certifications include AWS Machine Learning Specialty, Azure Artificial Intelligence AI900, and Azure Data Fundamentals (DP900).Domain Expertise: With a rich background in BFS (Banking and Financial Services), insurance, and retail, I understand the unique challenges of each industry. My adaptability allows me to tailor testing strategies accordingly.Leadership and Collaboration: I’ve led cross-functional teams of 40+ resources, fostering collaboration, and exceeding quality, schedule, and delivery targets. My interpersonal skills enable effective communication and stakeholder management.Connect with me to explore synergies, share insights, and contribute to the ever-evolving QA landscape. Let’s drive quality together!

Experience

1. Quality Assurance Manager

   Cognizant

   Jul 2023 — Present · Pune, IN

Education

• Shri Vaishnav Institute of Management, Indore

  M.C.A., Computer Applications

  2001 — 2004

Skills

• Quality Assurance
• Etl Tools
• Test Management
• Integration
• Manual Testing
• Integration Testing
• Waterfall
• Jira
• Extract, Transform, Load (Etl)
• Scrum
• Databases
• Test Strategy
• System Integration Testing
• Agile Testing
• Test Automation
• Loadrunner
• Regression Testing
• User Acceptance Testing
• Database Testing
• Test Cases
• Data Migration
• Functional Testing
• Quality Center
• Finance Domain
• Etl
• Defect Tracking
• Test Execution
• Hp Quality Center
• System Testing
• Testing
• Hp Quicktest Professional (Qtp)
• Waterfall Project Management
• Qtp
• Test Planning
• Test Estimation