Skills Matrix - Conversion QA Analyst

Candidate Name: Waseem Imran

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M1 7+ years of 8 Accumulating over 7 How did you
relevant years of experience in accumulate
experience in the role of QA involved over 7 years of
this role – a combination of experience in
Preferably continuous learning, this role?
with a hands-on experience,
recognized and professional
professional development.
certification •I began by obtaining
a relevant degree or
certification in
software engineering,
computer science, or a
related field. This
provided me with
foundational
knowledge in software
testing principles,
methodologies, and
tools.
•I gained practical
experience by working
in QA roles in various
industries and
organizations. With
each position, I
encountered new
challenges, learned
from mistakes, and
honed my skills in
testing techniques,
defect management,
and quality assurance
processes.
•I actively sought
opportunities for
continuous
improvement by
staying updated with
the latest trends,
technologies, and best
practices in software
testing. This involved
attending workshops,
conferences, and
training programs, as
well as reading
industry publications
and blogs.
•Over time, I focused
on developing
expertise in specific
areas of QA, such as
automation testing,
performance testing,
or security testing.
This allowed me to
become a subject
matter expert in my
chosen field and take
on more challenging
projects.
•As I gained
experience, I took on
leadership roles
within QA teams and
mentored junior
testers. This not only
helped me solidify my
own knowledge and
skills but also
contributed to the
growth and
development of others
in the field.
•Building a
professional network
within the QA
community was
crucial for sharing
knowledge,
exchanging ideas, and
staying connected
with industry peers.
Engaging in QA
 forums, online
communities, and local
meetups provided
valuable insights and
opportunities for
collaboration.
•Throughout my
career, I remained
adaptable and resilient
in the face of changing
technologies, project
requirements, and
organizational
dynamics. Embracing
new challenges and
learning from failures
were essential aspects
of my growth as a QA
professional.
M2 Perform 5 I was involved in a Can you
source system data migration project describe a
data analysis in Baker Hughes project where
to manage where we were tasked you performed
source to with transferring data source system
target data from an existing data analysis
mapping legacy system to a for data
modernized platform. mapping?
What tools did
I used SQL queries and you use, and
Atlan to conduct in- what was the
depth analysis of the outcome?
source system data.

Based on the insights

gathered from data
profiling, I worked
closely with data
architects and
developers to create
comprehensive data
mapping documents. I
used tools like
Microsoft Excel or
specialized data
mapping software to
document these
mappings effectively.

I conducted extensive
validation and testing
 of the data mappings
to ensure accuracy
and completeness.
This involved creating
test cases and
scenarios to validate
data transformations.
Automated testing
tools like Selenium or
custom scripts were
utilized to automate
repetitive testing tasks
and ensure efficiency.

By performing
thorough source
system data analysis
and creating accurate
data mappings, we
were able to ensure a
smooth and successful
migration of customer
data to the new
platform. As a result,
the new platform was
launched with
confidence, meeting
the project objectives
and ensuring data
integrity for the
organization.
M3 Validate the 5 I was part of a QA Provide an
data migration team responsible for example of
and integration validating the when you
between new migration of customer validated data
system points data from a legacy migration
of integration system to a new cloud- between
to find errors based solution. systems. What
•I performed data methodologies
integrity checks to did you apply,
ensure the consistency and what
and integrity of the issues did you
migrated data. This identify?
included verifying
data types, formats,
and constraints to
ensure that they
matched the
specifications of the
new system.
 •I conducted end-to-
end testing to validate
the entire data
migration workflow,
from data extraction
and transformation to
loading into the new
system.
•I conducted
regression testing to
ensure that the
migration process did
not introduce any
unintended side
effects or regressions
in the functionality of
the new system.
Issues Identified:
•We discovered
discrepancies in the
formatting of certain
data fields between
the legacy system and
the new CRM system.
For example, date
formats or Client
codes were not
consistent, leading to
confusion for end-
users. We addressed
these inconsistencies
by standardizing data
formats during the
migration process.
•In some cases, certain
customer records
were not migrated to
the new system due to
data mapping errors
or incomplete data
extraction. This
required us to review
and refine the data
mapping rules to
ensure all records
were transferred
successfully.
M4 Validate data 5 •As a QA professional,
transformation my responsibilities
and migration entail overseeing a
from existing to smooth execution of
new systems the process while
upholding the
integrity and accuracy
of the data throughout.
•Conducted an
analysis of both the
existing and new
system's data
structure, content, and
quality to detect any
discrepancies or
anomalies requiring
attention during the
transformation
process.
•Ensured the precision
of data mapping
between the existing
and new systems,
guaranteeing that each
data element adheres
to defined business
rules during
transformation.
•Executed testing on
the data
transformation
process using sample
datasets to verify
accurate adherence to
defined rules without
any loss or corruption.
•Carried out data
integrity checks to
maintain consistency
and accuracy of data
throughout the
transformation and
migration process,
which included
identifying duplicates,
missing values, and
data inconsistencies.
•Implemented
continuous monitoring
of the new system
post-migration to
uphold data accuracy
and address any
 emerging issues
promptly.

M5 Create test 6 •Firstly, I identified Describe how

cases based on various test scenarios you have
the Migration that need to be created test
Analysis validated during the cases from
Specifications migration process. For migration
each identified test analysis
scenario, create test specifications
cases that directly in the past.
correspond to the What was the
migration analysis impact of these
specifications. Ensure test cases?
that each test case
covers a specific
aspect of the
migration process and
is clearly documented
with inputs, expected
outputs, and steps to
execute.
•Developed test cases
to validate the
accuracy and
correctness of data
transformation rules
specified in the
migration analysis.
•Created test cases to
verify the integrity of
migrated data by
comparing data in the
source and target
systems.
•Included regression
test cases to verify
that existing
functionality in the
target system is not
impacted by the
migration process.
•Collaborated with
stakeholders,
including business
analysts, developers,
and data engineers, to
review and validate
the test cases against
migration analysis
 specifications.
M6 Query existing 6 • In the QA phase of Explain a
source the data migration scenario where
applications to project, it was you queried
find test data imperative to access source
for test cases the source applications
applications to for test data.
procure sample What query
datasets for testing. language did
These datasets played you use, and
a critical role in how did you
affirming the precision ensure the
of the migration data was
process and verifying appropriate?
the successful transfer
of all pertinent
information to the
target system.
• Utilizing Microsoft
SQL Server for
querying the source
applications, I
harnessed the power
of SQL to craft queries
tailored to extract
specific datasets.
These queries were
formulated based on
criteria such as data
type, date range, or
specific fields,
ensuring precision in
data retrieval.
• To guarantee the
suitability of the
queried data for
testing purposes, a
systematic approach
was adopted:
• Understanding
Requirements:
Thorough scrutiny of
project requirements
and testing objectives
was conducted to
ascertain the specific
datasets requisite for
testing. Collaboration
with project
stakeholders
facilitated the
identification of key
data elements and
testing scenarios.
• Data Sampling:
Datasets were
sampled from diverse
sources within the
source applications to
encompass a
comprehensive array
of data types, formats,
and scenarios. This
involved querying
various tables or data
sources aligned with
the identified testing
requisites.
• Data Validation:
Prior to data
extraction, meticulous
verification of the
integrity and accuracy
of the source data was
undertaken. This
encompassed ensuring
data consistency,
scrutinizing for
anomalies or
discrepancies, and
validating adherence
to predefined quality
standards.
• Sampling
Verification:
Subsequent to the
extraction of sample
datasets, rigorous
verification checks
were executed to
ascertain their fidelity
in representing the
intended test
scenarios. Comparison
of the extracted data
against anticipated
results or predefined
test cases was
conducted to validate
its suitability for
 testing objectives.
• Adhering to this
methodical approach
and harnessing SQL
for querying the
source applications,
ensured that the
extracted data for
testing was apt,
precise, and in
alignment with project
requisites. Ultimately,
this contributed
significantly to the
triumphant execution
of the data migration
project.
M7 Execute test 6 •I've been able to How have you
cases to ensure effectively execute test executed test
data accuracy cases to confirm data cases to
according to integrity in previous confirm data
specifications projects in Baker integrity in
in the target Hughes and eHealth previous
system Saskatchewan, projects? What
ensuring that data tools or
remains accurate, methods did
consistent, and you use?
reliable throughout
various data-related
processes.
•Validated data
integrity based on
predefined business
rules and
requirements. Used
documentation and
specifications
provided by business
analysts or
stakeholders to ensure
data integrity aligns
with business
expectations.
•Wrote SQL queries to
validate data integrity
constraints and
relationships between
tables using database
management systems
(DBMS) such as
 MySQL, SQL Server to
execute SQL queries
directly against the
database.
•Developed or utilized
data validation
frameworks to
automate the
validation of data
integrity rules using
testing frameworks
like JUnit along with
custom scripts to
automate data
validation processes
•Manually inspected
sample data sets to
validate data integrity
visually using SQL
Server Management
Studio to browse and
inspect data manually.
•Incorporated data
integrity checks into
regression testing
suites to ensure that
changes or updates do
not compromise data
integrity. Used test
management tools like
Jira to manage and
execute regression
test suites.
M8 Create defects 7 •During testing, I Can you
report and identify defects by discuss your
track progress comparing actual experience
results against with creating
expected results based and managing
on requirements and defect reports?
specifications. What tracking
•Once a defect is tools have you
identified, I document used?
it thoroughly in a
defect report. This
includes providing a
clear and concise
description of the
issue, steps to
reproduce it, expected
behavior, actual
 behavior, severity,
priority, and any
relevant attachments
(e.g., screenshots,
logs).
•I classify defects
based on severity (e.g.,
critical, major, minor)
and priority (e.g., high,
medium, low) to help
prioritize their
resolution.
•I communicate
defects promptly to
the development team,
providing all
necessary details to
facilitate
understanding and
resolution.
•I regularly generate
defect reports and
metrics to track the
status of defects,
identify trends, and
assess the overall
quality of the
software.
•I've used various
defect tracking tools to
manage and track
defects throughout
their lifecycle like Jira,
Bugzilla, Azure
DevOps.
•By effectively
creating and managing
defect reports using
appropriate tracking
tools and
methodologies, I
contribute to
improving the quality
of software products
and ensuring a
smoother
development and
release process.
D1 Thorough 6 •Throughout my Describe your
understanding tenure as a QA experience
of database professional, I've with database
systems and developed a solid systems.
software understanding of Which systems
numerous database are you most
systems, particularly familiar with,
those prevalent in and what
software development complex tasks
and testing realms. have you
Some of the database handled?
systems I'm well-
versed is MySQL
Microsoft SQL server
and Oracle Database.
•In terms of complex
tasks I have handled
with database
systems, some
examples include:
I. Designing and
implementing complex
database schemas to
support highly
scalable and efficient
data storage.
II. Writing and
optimizing SQL
queries for complex
reporting and data
analysis requirements.
III. Conducting
performance testing
and optimization of
database systems to
ensure optimal
response times and
scalability under
heavy loads.
IV. Participating in
data migration
projects involving
large volumes of data,
ensuring data integrity
and minimal
downtime during the
migration process.
V. Collaborating with
development teams to
troubleshoot and
resolve database-
related issues such as
 deadlock, blocking,
and performance
bottlenecks.
D2 Experience in 5 Data Analysis: Provide
data analysis, detailed
data migration, Project: In an examples of
data validation, Insurance analytics your work
data cleansing, project, I was tasked with data
data with analyzing sales analysis,
verification, data to identify trends migration, and
and identifying and patterns. validation.
data Challenges: The main What were the
mismatches challenge was dealing challenges and
with a large volume of results?
sales data from
various sources with
inconsistencies in data
formats and quality.
Additionally, there
were complex
relationships between
different datasets,
making analysis
challenging.
Approach: I started by
cleansing the data to
remove duplicates,
inconsistencies, and
missing values. Then, I
used SQL queries and
data visualization
tools to analyze the
data, looking for
correlations, seasonal
trends, and anomalies.
Results: Through data
analysis, we were able
to identify key factors
influencing sales
performance, such as
seasonality, product
popularity, and
customer
demographics. This
insight helped the
business optimize
inventory
management,
marketing strategies,
and product offerings,
leading to increased
sales and profitability.

Data Migration:
Project: I was involved
in migrating customer
data from an old
legacy system to a new
platform.
Challenges: The
challenges included
mapping data fields
between the old and
new systems, ensuring
data integrity during
the migration process,
and minimizing
downtime for users.
Approach: We started
by conducting a
thorough analysis of
the data structure and
dependencies in both
systems. Then, we
developed a migration
plan that included
data cleansing,
mapping, and
validation steps. We
performed extensive
testing to ensure that
the data was
accurately migrated
and validated against
predefined criteria.
Results: Despite some
initial challenges, the
migration was
completed
successfully within the
planned timeframe
and budget. The new
system was up and
running smoothly,
with all customer data
migrated accurately.
Users reported
improved
functionality and
performance, and the
business was able to
leverage the enhanced
features of the new
system to better serve
its customers.

Data Validation:
Project: As part of a
healthcare software
project, I was
responsible for
validating patient data
imported from
external sources into
the system.
Challenges: The main
challenge was
ensuring the accuracy
and completeness of
patient data, as any
errors or omissions
could have serious
consequences for
patient care.
Approach: We
developed validation
scripts and procedures
to compare the
imported patient data
against the source
data, checking for
discrepancies, missing
information, and data
integrity issues. We
also conducted manual
reviews and audits to
verify the accuracy of
the imported data.
Results: Our rigorous
validation process
helped identify and
correct several data
quality issues before
they could impact
patient care. By
ensuring the accuracy
and completeness of
patient data, we were
able to enhance the
reliability and
 effectiveness of the
healthcare software,
ultimately improving
patient outcomes and
satisfaction.
D3 Extensive 5 SELECT Share
experience first_name, examples of
writing last_name, complex SQL
complex SQL salary or PL/SQL
Queries and FROM employee e1 scripts you've
PL/SQL scripts WHERE salary > written. What
(SELECT were these
AVG(salary) scripts used
FROM employee e2 for, and what
WHERE problems did
e1.departmet_id = they solve?
e2.department_id)

Within the subquery,

we observe a mention
of the column
e1.department_id,
which is also
referenced in the main
query. The pivotal
aspect in the subquery
is the condition
e1.department_id =
e2.department_id, as it
enables us to retrieve
the average of all
employees within the
department of the
present row.
Following the
acquisition of the
departmental average
salary, we then
conduct a comparison
with the employee's
salary and proceed to
filter the data
accordingly.

D4 Knowledge on 7 • As a QA professional, How have you

the phases of I've actively applied Agile
agile implemented Agile or Scrum
methodology and Scrum methodologies
and Scrum methodologies to in your work?
Methodology foster efficient and Give specific
collaborative software examples of
development your
processes. involvement in
• Throughout sprint these
planning, I contribute processes.
insights into testing
requirements,
encompassing
identification of test
cases, definition of
acceptance criteria,
and estimation of
testing efforts for each
user story.
• In stand-up
meetings, I deliver
updates on testing
progress, highlight
encountered issues or
challenges, and
collaborate with team
members to resolve
them. Additionally, I
offer support to
developers in testing-
related tasks if
required.
• During backlog
grooming sessions, I
collaborate with
product owners,
developers, and
stakeholders to refine
requirements, identify
edge cases, and ensure
user stories are well-
defined and testable. I
also provide input on
testing priorities and
dependencies.
• I partner with
developers to outline
test cases based on
user stories and
acceptance criteria,
offering feedback on
test coverage and
ensuring automated
tests sufficiently
validate software
 functionality.
• I engage with the
development team to
establish and maintain
automated test suites
using tools such as
Jenkins and GitLab CI.
I oversee test results,
investigate failures,
and collaborate with
developers to address
issues promptly.
• In sprint review
sessions, I showcase
completed test cases
and offer feedback on
the quality of
delivered features.
During retrospectives,
I share insights on
testing processes,
tools, and
collaboration to
contribute to
continuous
improvement efforts.
D5 Excellent 8 • Throughout a Can you
interpersonal complex Telecom provide
communicatio software development examples
n, endeavor, I engaged in where your
documentation effective communicatio
, and communication with n,
presentation cross-functional documentation
skills teams, spanning , and
developers, product presentation
owners, and skills
stakeholders, to significantly
secure alignment on impacted a
project objectives and project?
requirements. This
proactive approach
aided in averting
misunderstandings
and misalignments,
thereby fostering
smoother
collaboration,
heightened
productivity, and
prompt resolution of
issues.

• In an Oil & Gas data

migration initiative, I
meticulously
documented the entire
migration process,
encompassing data
mapping,
transformation rules,
and validation
procedures. This
exhaustive
documentation served
as a lucid roadmap for
the migration process,
empowering team
members to grasp and
adhere to the steps
accurately.

• Within an eHealth
project entailing
integration with
external vendors, I
facilitated consistent
communication and
collaboration between
our internal team and
vendor counterparts.
By nurturing
constructive
relationships and
transparent
communication
channels, I played a
pivotal role in swiftly
addressing challenges,
collaboratively
resolving issues, and
ensuring the timely
attainment of project
milestones.

• In a client-facing
Insurance project, I
upheld regular
communication with
clients to solicit
feedback, address
 inquiries, and furnish
progress updates. This
proactive and
transparent
communication
approach cultivated
trust and confidence
among clients,
nurturing a positive
working rapport.
D6 Experience 5 • Employing Selenium Discuss your
with for automated web experience
automated test testing and integrating using Selenium
tool Selenium an AMS for test and AMS for
and AMS management and automated
orchestration can testing. What
streamline QA types of testing
processes, enhance did you
efficiency, and uphold perform, and
the quality of web what were the
applications. outcomes?
• Leveraging Selenium
facilitated the
validation of web
application
functionality by
automating user
interactions like
button clicks, form
filling, and result
verification.
• Automating
repetitive tests via
Selenium ensured that
application changes or
updates didn't
inadvertently
introduce issues or
disrupt existing
functionality.
• Utilizing Selenium
facilitated cross-
browser testing to
confirm application
compatibility and
maintain consistency
in behavior across
various web browsers.
• Employing AMS
platforms served as
centralized
repositories for
storing and managing
test cases, simplifying
test suite organization
and maintenance.
• Utilizing AMS
platforms enabled the
analysis of test
outcomes and the
generation of
comprehensive
reports, offering
insights into test
coverage, execution
status, and defect
trends.
• Integrating AMS
platforms with
Continuous
Integration/Continuou
s Deployment (CI/CD)
pipelines enabled
seamless execution of
automated tests
within the software
delivery process.