I am an accomplished QA Analyst with over 7 years of experience in the Information Technology industry, specializing in Software Quality Assurance. My expertise spans the complete Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), covering analysis, design, development, testing, and maintenance of diverse projects. I am well-versed in developing Java Selenium WebDriver/RC/IDE/GRID test scripts and frameworks, utilizing TestNG/Junit, ANT/MAVEN build tools. With a strong foundation in manual testing, I excel in crafting comprehensive test plans, test cases, and requirement traceability matrices. My experience includes Functional, Integration, System, Regression, Load, Stress, Performance, User Acceptance, and Deployment Testing. I have a keen understanding of cross-browser and cross-platform web testing using Selenium RC and WebDriver. In addition to my automation skills, I have executed SOAP-based web services for API testing, leveraging Java clients and SOAP UI. I am proficient in using test management tools such as HP QC/ALM and have extensive knowledge of programming languages like Java, Ruby, Groovy, Python, C#, JSON, HTML, and XML. My versatility extends to my familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies, successfully testing projects developed in Java and J2EE on UNIX and Windows-based platforms. My data-driven testing skills include SQL and Database/Backend Testing, and I also have experience working with databases like Oracle and DB2. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated effective problem-solving, bug reporting, and documentation skills, collaborating with diverse teams in Finance, Retail, and Insurance domains. My ability to adapt quickly to new technologies, coupled with excellent analytical and interpersonal skills, makes me a valuable team player. I hold a Master of Science in Business Analytics from the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology, Fairfield, CT, completed in 2023. My proactive approach, commitment to quality, and comprehensive skill set position me as a reliable and resourceful QA professional.