Sidra Munaf

A highly skilled Software Test Engineer with over 5 years of extensive experience proficient in web and mobile app testing. Expert in test case design, execution, and defect tracking. My meticulous approach ensures that software adheres to both functional and non-functional requirements using automation frameworks resulting in a significant reduction in manual testing efforts by nearly 60%.

Additionally, I possess strong expertise in Agile Methodology and have successfully operated within the Scrum model of project execution.

1. Proficient in Agile Methodology, specializing in the Scrum framework for project execution. Actively engaged in Scrum ceremonies, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. 
2.  Designing, developing, and executing manual test cases based on feature requirements. 
3.  Creating and maintaining test documentation such as test plans, test cases, and test reports. 
4. Conducting regression testing to validate software functionality after code changes. 
5. Designed and implemented automated test cases, leveraging Selenium Data-Driven Framework in Java with Selenium WebDriver and TestNG, resulting in a 50% increase in test coverage and significant reduction in manual effort.
6.  Conducted thorough validation of API request and response payloads against specifications, utilizing Postman and ensuring adherence to JSON and XML schemas. 
7. Diligently utilized JIRA bug tracking system to meticulously document, monitor, and prioritize software defects throughout the development lifecycle. 
8. Demonstrated proficiency in constructing a Cucumber BDD test framework from the ground up in JavaScript to automate test cases seamlessly with Cypress, coupled with hands-on familiarity with

   Gherkin specification. These competencies significantly contribute to a reduction of testing efforts by approximately 70% and a notable enhancement in coverage by 30%. 

9. Successfully developed automation scripts for both Mobile Native and Hybrid applications on the Android platform utilizing Appium. 
10. Utilized Groovy in Katalon Studio to automate test cases effectively. 
11. Possess adept skills in utilizing version control systems, including Git and Bitbucket, to facilitate efficient management and collaboration on code. 
12. Conducted comprehensive manual testing on web and mobile apps, resulting in a 90% success rate.
13. Supporting release activities by conducting final product verification and validation.
14.  Exemplify exceptional leadership and mentorship capabilities by providing comprehensive training and guidance to junior resources.

1. MSC: Advance Computer Science From University of Essex - Colchester, Essex 
2. BS(CS): Computer Engineering From SSUET - Karachi, Pakistan