Mauricio J.
QA Engineer

Skills

Sql

Github

Python

Microsoft Azure

Jira

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Bio

With over seven years of experience as a QA Test Analyst, the candidate possesses comprehensive expertise in planning, creating, modeling, and executing tests across various platforms. These platforms include Web Applications (Desktop), Mobile Apps for Android and iOS, Interface testing, Accessibility testing, Responsiveness testing, Functional testing, Exploratory testing, Regression testing, Validation testing, Error-based testing, and End-to-End (E2E) testing. The candidate exhibits proficiency in using REST and SOAP protocols with tools such as Postman and SOAPUI, respectively.

In release management, test management, and bug tracking, the candidate has significant experience utilizing JIRA and Microsoft Azure DevOps, and utilizes GIT for version control of tests. The candidate's background includes e-commerce testing based on User Stories, Use Cases, and Technical Specifications, consistently identifying bugs and suggesting process improvements.

The candidate is well-versed in Agile methodologies including Scrum and Kanban, regularly participating in ceremonies such as Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Review, Sprint Planning, and Sprint Retrospective meetings. Additionally, a broad range of tools falls within the candidate’s expertise: JIRA, GIT, TestRail, TestLink, Mobile Center, Mantis, BugTracker, Azure DevOps, Visual Studio Code, SoapUI, Postman, Discord, Teams, Planning Poker, and Office Suite. Expertise in building BDD scenarios with Gherkin is also highlighted.

The candidate's software testing capabilities extend to Java, JavaScript, PHP, Node/.Net, Python, Ruby, and Mainframe Cobol, including basic commands for data manipulation like select, update, delete, and join in databases such as SQL, MongoDB, Oracle, and DB2 for data validation and test mass generation. The experience encompasses Testing in Development, Staging, and Production environments.

In the realm of Financial Systems software, the candidate’s expertise includes credit card operations, payments, credit operations, payable accounts, credit analysis, bank reconciliation, billing, tariffing, and messaging systems. Additional experience covers testing Mobile Apps for tasks like PIX transfers, customer registration (PF/PJ), cards, invoices, credit card payments, and other Banking Transactions. The candidate ensures that User Story acceptance criteria are met and extends support to legacy systems for corrective and evolutionary demands.

Mid-Level Test Analyst
12/1/2021 - Present

Developed comprehensive expertise in corrective maintenance and the evolutionary integration of the Fusion DMS System. Spearheaded the development of test plans, creating and executing detailed test cases while performing a range of testing activities including functional, exploratory, and regression tests. Utilized JIRA extensively for test management and bug tracking, ensuring effective version control through Git. Executed tests using Postman and SoapUI, consistently delivering continuous status reports. Identified, reported, and followed up on errors and bugs, documenting all incidents and system non-conformities. Engaged in continuous improvement processes, adhering to Agile (Scrum) methodologies, and participating in daily stand-ups and sprint ceremonies such as Sprint Review, Sprint Planning, and Sprint Retrospective. Conducted SQL Server commands (select, update, delete, join) to validate and manipulate database data, effectively generating test datasets. Tested systems developed in PHP and JavaScript, ensuring all user stories met their acceptance criteria.
Mid-Level QA/Test Analyst
8/1/2019 - 12/1/2021

Contributed to the development of test plans and test scenarios, creating test cases based on user stories and estimating their execution. Specializing in testing web applications for desktop, mobile apps on Android and iOS through Mobile Center, and performing various testing methods including functional, exploratory, regression, validation, error-based, and end-to-end (E2E) testing. Conducted RESTful testing using Postman and SOAP testing with SOAPUI.

Oversaw test management and bug control, along with release management, using Microsoft Azure DevOps. Utilized Git for version control of tests and recorded bugs and improvements during testing. Integrated seamlessly into an agile Scrum development team, actively participating in ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, sprint planning, and sprint retrospectives.

Leveraged tools including Microsoft Azure DevOps, Mobile Center, Discord, Planning Poker, and Microsoft SQL Server. Conducted testing in various environments like Test, Development, Homologation, and Production, on systems coded in Java, Node.js/JavaScript, .Net, Python, and Mainframe COBOL. Employed basic SQL and DB2 commands for data manipulation (select, update, delete, join) and data validation to support test mass generation.
Mid-Level QA/Test Analyst
11/1/2016 - 1/1/2019

Involved in the planning and execution of manual tests across multiple systems including SISPL, SIGEL, SILCE, SIPMC, SIRIN, and SICIA. Conducted rigorous testing in development, quality assurance, and production environments. Created, revised, and executed detailed test cases, along with preparation of test data and documentation. Tested applications developed in various programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, Cobol, and ASP.NET.
Jr Test Analyst
12/1/2015 - 7/1/2016

Developed proficiency in creating and executing test scripts, ensuring comprehensive test coverage and consistent performance. Generated and compiled detailed test evidence to support validation processes. Conducted thorough test execution across both high and low platforms, enhancing system stability and reliability. Executed manual tests to identify and report defects effectively. Engaged in in-depth analysis of user stories to align testing efforts with business requirements and objectives.
Jr Test Analyst
3/1/2014 - 3/1/2015

Developed and executed test cases, test scenarios, and test scripts using TestLink. Prepared and assembled documentation for performed tests, including evidence of successful executions and bug reports. Managed defects, overseeing progress and incident handling through Mantis. Executed functional tests, creating user manuals and conducting use case-based testing, exploratory testing, and regression testing.