VTandel Tandel

Detail-oriented Software tester with 5+ years of experience in manual and automation testing across web-based and enterprise applications. Proven ability to design test strategies, improve test coverage, and support high-quality releases in Agile environments. Hands-on experience with Playwright, Selenium (Java), API testing (Postman), and SQL, with a strong focus on building scalable automation frameworks.

Recognised for strong analytical thinking, defect management, and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and high-performing software solutions.

Software QA Engineer - Mortgage Advice Bureau - Derby, UK

(2024-04)

• Design and execute manual and automated test scripts using Playwright, improving regression efficiency and test coverage
• Collaborate with Product Owners and developers in Agile sprints to ensure timely and high-quality feature delivery
• Manage full defect lifecycle in Azure DevOps, including root cause analysis and resolution tracking
• Perform API and security testing to validate integrations across microservices
• Monitor application performance using Datadog logs, identifying and resolving production issues
• Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) cycles and support monthly production releases
• Deliver sprint demos and feature walkthroughs to stakeholders
• Maintain and enhance automation test suites for continuous improvement, and reliability of testing processes
• Actively participate in code reviews and contribute to the advancement of coding standards, best practices, and the overall quality and maintainability of test automation frameworks and scripts

Software Tester - GIC Ltd - London, UK

(2021-11 - 2023-06)

• Developed and maintained automation framework using Selenium WebDriver, Java, Maven, and Cucumber (BDD)
• Created Cucumber feature files (Gherkin) and reusable Page Object components
• Conducted API testing using Postman to validate backend services
• Participated in sprint planning, estimation, and Agile ceremonies
• Prepared test cases, RTM, defect reports, and test summary reports
• Collaborated closely with developers and Product Owners to resolve defects efficiently

Manual Tester - Xira Infotech - Gujarat, India

(2020-08 - 2021-11)

• Designed and executed test cases based on business requirements and user stories
• Performed regression testing, UAT, and exploratory testing
• Logged, tracked, and managed defects throughout the testing lifecycle
• Used SQL queries for backend data validation
• Participated in Agile ceremonies and daily stand-ups

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communications - Dharmsinh Desai University

Automation Testing Training (2023-06 - 2023-12)