Waqar Tufail

Introduction

I am an experienced communicator and proven leader with a robust track record in crafting compelling messages, mentoring others, and engaging in travel experiences. With a passion for leveraging updated technology skills, I excel in both written and verbal communication, tailoring content to diverse audiences across various platforms. I am adept at fostering collaboration and driving strategic initiatives to completion, ensuring exceptional results through effective team leadership.

Communication Expertise

Compelling Messaging: Skilled in creating impactful content for diverse platforms, including social media, email, and other channels.
Audience Engagement: Proficient in engaging stakeholders and driving meaningful interactions through tailored communication strategies.
Detail-Oriented: Keen eye for detail ensures clear and effective communication.
Platforms: Experienced in leveraging multiple channels to craft and disseminate messages.

Leadership and Mentorship

Proven Leadership: Track record of motivating teams to achieve exceptional results through strategic direction and collaboration.
Team Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment, leveraging diverse strengths to maximize productivity.
Effective Delegation: Demonstrated ability to delegate tasks efficiently and adapt to changing circumstances.
Mentorship: Provided multiple training sessions at organizational, university, and online levels, guiding team members through challenges.

Technology and Travel

Updated Technology Skills: Continuously seeking opportunities to leverage and enhance technology skills in professional settings.
Travel Experiences: Engaged in travel experiences that enrich professional and personal growth, broadening perspectives and fostering cultural awareness.

Key Achievements

Strategic Initiatives: Led and completed numerous strategic initiatives, driving organizational success.
Training Programs: Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs for various audiences, enhancing skills and knowledge.
Stakeholder Engagement: Successfully engaged a wide range of stakeholders through innovative communication strategies.

Portfolio

QA Automation Architect - Passion-Pursuit (Aug 2024 - Present)

Define, implement, and maintain scalable automation frameworks tailored to project requirements.
Standardize tools and practices to ensure consistency across projects.
Develop, optimize, and execute automated test scripts for web, mobile, API, database, and desktop applications.
Lead efforts to expand test coverage and improve the efficiency of test suites.
Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for seamless builds and deployments.
Configure and maintain Azure DevOps pipelines to support testing workflows.
Design, build, and manage Azure DevOps pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
Ensure pipelines are efficient, reliable, and aligned with project needs.
Troubleshoot and resolve pipeline issues to minimize downtime.
Guide and mentor QA teams in best practices for automation and test design.
Conduct code reviews of test scripts to ensure quality and maintainability.
Implement performance and load testing to identify bottlenecks and scalability issues.
Collaborate with developers to resolve performance-related defects.
Research and recommend new tools, technologies, and frameworks to enhance the QA process.
Manage the integration of test management tools with automation suites.
Work closely with development, product management, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and define testing strategies.
Provide regular updates on automation progress, challenges, and outcomes.
Establish and monitor KPIs to measure the effectiveness of test automation.
Identify, track, and resolve defects effectively while maintaining thorough documentation.
Drive the adoption of new practices and improvements in the QA process to align with industry standards.
Promote test-driven development (TDD), NUnit and behavior-driven development (BDD) practices.

QA Manager - Enterprise64 (Mar 2024 - Aug 2024)

Responsible for maintaining high-quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
As the Quality Assurance Manager, playing a critical role in upholding our commitment to delivering high-quality products or services to our customers.
By ensuring adherence to quality standards and driving continuous improvement initiatives, you contribute significantly to the success and reputation of our organization.
Develop comprehensive QA strategies, plans, and schedules to meet project deadlines and quality goals.
Define testing scope, objectives, and success metrics for each project.
Lead and mentor QA teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
Oversee resource allocation and skill development to meet current and future project needs.
Define and enforce standardized QA processes, methodologies, and best practices across projects.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and certifications where applicable.
Champion the adoption of test automation frameworks to enhance testing efficiency and accuracy.
Evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement.
Identify potential risks in the development lifecycle and implement mitigation strategies.
Conduct root cause analysis for recurring issues and prevent defects through proactive measures.
Provide clear, actionable feedback to stakeholders based on testing outcomes.
Use metrics and analytics to monitor and evaluate QA performance and process efficiency.
Prepare detailed reports on testing progress, defect trends, and quality metrics for leadership teams.
Ensure QA activities prioritize end-user needs and satisfaction.
Actively gather customer feedback and incorporate insights into QA improvements.
Develop strategies to scale QA processes to accommodate the growing complexity and volume of products.
Support the onboarding and training of new team members to meet organizational growth.
Manage QA budgets effectively, ensuring optimal use of tools, resources, and personnel.
Oversee the implementation of performance, load, and stress testing to ensure system scalability and reliability.
Monitor production environments to address quality issues post-release proactively.
Act as the point of escalation for critical quality issues.
Drive swift resolution processes, coordinating across teams to address defects and prevent recurrence.
Maintain detailed documentation of QA processes, test cases, and results for future reference.
Promote knowledge-sharing sessions to improve team capabilities.

Sr Managing Consultant - Systems Limited (Mar 2023 - Jan 2024)

Directed QA Services Automation Team, allocation of resource.
Orchestrated on Cyber Security Project.
Analysis of the Testing scope and finalize the Automation strategy with the n-1 approach and publish/update over the confluence.
Developed complete automation project architect in which I Integrated Web to verify multiple components and expected data fetching from API using Rest Assured.
Expected values update in CMS and verify over front application using Microsoft Authentication.
Desktop device, Android Mobile device for UI verification, and Database for posting some data using Selenium Java cucumber and TestNG.
Automate Microsoft Authentication based on logged-in user.
Publish Bi-weekly regression report over confluence Directed Transact Banking Project.
Analysis of the requirement and scope finalize the Automation plan and share module-wise estimation with management.
Plan resource task allocation based on the plan.
Developed complete automation project architect in which I accomplished Integrated Web to verify multiple components and test data fetching from CSV/properties, creating multiple accounts, and application types and maintaining the segregated suites.

Managing Consultant - Systems Limited (Jul 2022 - Feb 2023)

Directed QA Services Automation Team, allocation of resource.
Orchestrated on Cyber Security Project.
Analysis of the Testing scope and finalize the Automation strategy with the n-1 approach and publish/update over the confluence.
Developed complete automation project architect in which I Integrated Web to verify multiple components and expected data fetching from API using Rest Assured.
Expected values update in CMS and verify over front application using Microsoft Authentication.
Desktop device, Android Mobile device for UI verification, and Database for posting some data using Selenium Java cucumber and TestNG.
Automate Microsoft Authentication based on logged-in user.
Publish Bi-weekly regression report over confluence Directed Transact Banking Project.
Analysis of the requirement and scope finalize the Automation plan and share module-wise estimation with management.
Plan resource task allocation based on the plan.
Developed complete automation project architect in which I accomplished Integrated Web to verify multiple components and test data fetching from CSV/properties, creating multiple accounts, and application types and maintaining the segregated suites.

Principal Consultant - Systems Limited (Jan 2022 - Jun 2022)

Directed Automation Team KHI Region
Orchestrated on TOSCA Automation for E-Commerce Salesforce/Demandware
Orchestrated on TOSCA Automation for E-Commerce Salesforce on multiple modules, Voucher, Product categories, Product Detail, Cart Page, Shipping, Order placement, and Order Confirmation.
Orchestrated on Load Testing for E-Commerce Salesforce using JMeter based on traffic on the storefront and analyzed on which page the maximum load should be catered.
Orchestrated on Performance Testing using JMeter on Flight Scheduling where the load was analyzed after having complete flight arrival and takeoff details.
During sales season analyzed the E-Commerce Demandware application traffic developed a performance test strategy and shared the plan with the client.

QA Advisory - Systems Limited (Jul 2019 - Dec 2021)

Orchestrated on TOSCA Automation for E-Commerce Salesforce/Demandware
Orchestrated on TOSCA Automation for E-Commerce Salesforce on multiple modules, Vouchers, Product categories, Product Details, Cart Page, Shipping, Order placement and Order Confirmation
Orchestrated on Load Testing for E-Commerce Salesforce using JMeter based on traffic on the storefront and analyzed on which page the maximum load should be catered
Orchestrated on Performance Testing using JMeter on Flight Scheduling where load was analyzed after having complete flight arrival and takeoff details
During sales season analyzed the E-Commerce Demandware application traffic developed a performance test strategy and shared the plan with the client

Senior QA - Systems Limited (Mar 2017 - Jun 2019)

Orchestrated on Road and Transport Authority workflow automation project in which verified functional test cases, multiple components, and test data fetching from CSV/excel, creating multiple accounts, and application types and maintaining the segregated suites.
Automate the SOAP API workflows to complete the process using SOAP.
Deployed and executed Automation project on Integration environment.
Deployed and executed on the UAT environment.
Orchestrated on Road and Transport Authority workflow from customer portal to CRM automation project in which verified functional test cases, multiple components, and test data fetching from CSV/excel, creating multiple accounts, and application types, and maintaining the segregated suites.
Deployed and executed Automation project on Integration environment.
Deployed and executed on UAT environment and demo to client.
Orchestrated on Performance Testing using JMeter on Road ad Transport Authority for customer portal to CRM to analyze the load of the customer portal.
Orchestrated on Telecommunication internal processes workflow automation project in which verified functional test cases, multiple components, and test data fetching from CSV/excel, creating multiple accounts, and application types, and maintaining the segregated suites using UFT.
Automate the SOAP APIs for reflection of Internet Data balance and award package.

QA Engineer - Pakistan Revenue Automation Pvt Limited (Mar 2014 - Oct 2015)

Orchestrated manually Import-Export workflow project in which verified functional test cases, multiple workflows from vessel registration to complete shipment import and export.

Services

Management: Pre Sales for winning the projects to handle the client technically.
QA Management: Leading QA teams and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
RPA Development: Implementing robotic process automation using UI Path and Automation Anywhere.
Automation Testing: Developing automation frameworks using tools like Selenium, TOSCA, and JMeter.
API Testing: Testing REST and SOAP APIs using Postman, Rest Assured, and Karate.
Performance Testing: Conducting load and performance testing for web and mobile applications.
Manual Testing: Comprehensive coverage from requirement analysis to delivery release.

Services	Pricing
Manual Testing from Analysis to Delivery	$15 - Hour
Pre-Sales Pitch with Presentation	$150
Automation Framework Development	$20 - Hour
API Testing Verification of Backend System	$17 - Hour
Performance Testing with Complete Analysis	$20 - Hour
Mentorship	$100 - Session
Bringing Leadership	$100 - Session
Training and Development	$20 - Person

Domain Expertise

Import Export: Experienced in automating and optimizing import-export operations and workflows.
Health Management System: Worked for a Dubai-based client on automating and enhancing a health management system.
Mortgage: Implemented robotic process automation (RPA) using UI Path and Automation Anywhere for mortgage processing.
Telecommunication: Developed automation frameworks using tools like Selenium and JMeter for telecommunication projects.
Road and Transport Authority: Developed automation frameworks using Selenium BDD Cucumber and tested REST and SOAP APIs using Postman, Rest Assured, and Karate for the Road and Transport Authority.
Airline Arrival Information System: Conducted load and performance testing for web and mobile applications in the airline industry.
E-Commerce: Provided comprehensive coverage from requirement analysis to delivery release for e-commerce platforms using Salesforce. Automated with TOSCA.

Tools Knowledge

Test Cases

Word: Proficient in documenting and managing test cases using Microsoft Word.
Excel: Skilled in organizing and tracking test cases efficiently with Microsoft Excel.
TestRail: Experienced in test case management and execution using TestRail.
QTest: Proficient in test case management and execution with QTest.

API

SOAP UI Extensive experience and in-depth knowledge in using SOAP UI for web service testing.
POSTMAN Proficient in utilizing Postman for comprehensive API testing and automation.
JMeter Skilled in leveraging JMeter for effective API automation and performance testing.
REST Assured Proficient in leveraging Rest Assured for comprehensive API testing and validation in Java environments.
Karate Experienced in utilizing the Karate framework for efficient API testing, automation, and behavior-driven development (BDD) scenarios.

Automation

Selenium WebDriver: Extensive experience and in-depth knowledge in using Selenium WebDriver for web UI automation.
TestNG: Proficient in utilizing TestNG for comprehensive test management and execution.
Cucumber BDD: Skilled in leveraging Cucumber BDD for behavior-driven development and test automation.
APPIUM: Experienced in mobile test automation using APPIUM.
WinApp: Proficient in automating Windows applications.
Katalon Studio: Experienced in test automation using Katalon Studio.
TOSCA: Proficient in test automation with TOSCA.
TestComplete: Experienced in using TestComplete for automated testing.
Renrox: Skilled in leveraging Renrox for test automation.
Cypress: Experienced in test automation using Cypress.
Playwright: Proficient in leveraging Playwright for test automation.

Perfroamance Testing

JMtere Utilizing JMeter’s advanced scripting and parameterization capabilities, I conduct meticulous performance tests that simulate realistic user behavior and diverse load scenarios, ensuring thorough evaluation of system performance. Leveraging JMeter’s comprehensive reporting tools and custom plugins, I analyze intricate performance data, enabling the pinpointing of system inefficiencies and providing actionable insights for performance optimization and capacity planning.

Robotic Process Automation

UI Path Experienced in robotic process automation (RPA) using UI Path.

Test Management

JIRA: Proficient in utilizing JIRA for comprehensive test case management and issue tracking.
AZURE: Experienced in test case management and collaboration using Azure DevOps.
TFS: Skilled in utilizing Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) for test management and version control.