Farhad Javed

Farhad Javed

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    SQA Automation Engineer @ Daraz | (ISC)² CC | ISTQB CTFL | SC-900 | AZ-900 | Cybersecurity Practitioner | NightwatchJS | Selenium

  • Education

    • Government College Malir Cantt

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      High School, Pre-Engineering A

      Pre-Engineering

    • Teesside University

      2023 - 2025
      Master of Science - MS Cyber Security
    • University of Karachi

      2015 - 2018
      Bachelor of Science - BS Computer Science
  • Experience

    • MiniBigTechnology

      Feb 2017 - Mar 2017
      Software Developer
    • Binary Vibes (PVT) Limited

      Mar 2019 - Dec 2019
      Junior SQA Engineer

      • Solely designed and developed over 250 comprehensive test cases for a leading social media monitoring tool and updated regression packs prior to each release to ensure product quality.• Attended product demos to ensure alignment with product owner requirements, contributing to the enhancement of overall product quality.• Identified and tracked defects using Jira, collaborated closely with developers for prompt resolution, and documented test results while preparing detailed reports for the QA Lead.• Conducted thorough manual testing, identified and documented bugs, and worked to refine and improve system performance.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment, actively participated in Agile ceremonies, provided progress updates, and highlighted potential risks to ensure seamless project delivery. Show less

    • Social Pie

      Jan 2020 - Jun 2021
      SQA Engineer

      • Developed and implemented automated test scripts using Cypress, enhancing testing efficiency and expediting the validation of critical features.• Performed backend testing to ensure data reliability and integrity using Elasticsearch for efficient data retrieval and validation.• Performed thorough smoke and regression testing on the staging/QA environment to ensure system stability and optimize performance across releases.• Identified and documented defects during automation/manual testing, providing comprehensive details including logs and screenshots for effective resolution.• Collaborated with the Data Science team to perform comprehensive model validation, ensuring high accuracy and precision in predictive models.• Participated in User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and collaborated with end-users to ensure software functionality met their requirements. Show less

    • Nisum

      Jun 2021 - Nov 2022
      Automation Engineer

      • Solely responsible for tracking and maintaining the status of feature requirements, user stories, and bugs within the test management tool, promoting project alignment and facilitating timely updates to keep all stakeholders informed and on track.• Developed end-to-end (E2E) automation for Web UI in the Ecommerce domain using NightwatchJS, and verified Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) responses through the JS Request library to ensure accurate data validation and system reliability.• Verified and validated automated test cases within the CI/CD pipeline to ensure smooth operation and prevent build failures. Collaborated with the development team to uphold high-quality standards and ensure continuous integration for efficient and reliable deployments.• Conducted comprehensive database testing using MySQL to ensure data integrity, consistency, and alignment with business requirements.• Effectively contributed to the end-to-end shipment process, playing a key role in the successful execution of shipment testing and ensuring the brand launch was completed on schedule, meeting all project deadlines and quality standards. Show less

    • Daraz

      Oct 2022 - Sept 2023
      SQA Automation Engineer

      • Developed and maintained a regression automation framework utilizing Selenium WebDriver with Java within a Data-Driven framework and Page Object Model (POM) design pattern, streamlining test execution and reducing manual effort.• Performed cross-device testing for mobile platforms in the payment module, ensuring compatibility across different devices and identifying critical issues early in the development cycle to ensure seamless payment processing.• Created and managed detailed test report summaries for senior management, ensuring clear communication of testing status prior to product releases.• Collaborated closely with development and business teams to effectively communicate and track defect resolution. Played an integral role in mobile testing for the payment domain, meticulously critical functionality was thoroughly tested across devices.• Achieved a 20% reduction in bug resolution time by enhancing communication between QA and development teams, identifying root causes faster, and expediting turnaround on critical issues.• Conducted thorough verification and validation of the logistics module, enhancing system reliability through rigorous product verification processes, which contributed to a reduction in post-production issues. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals

      Microsoft
      Sept 2024
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    • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

      Microsoft
      Jul 2024
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    • Nmap for Ethical Hackers - The Ultimate Hands-On Course

      Udemy
      Jan 2024
    • SOC Essentials: Investigating with Splunk

      Splunk
      Nov 2024
    • Cert Prep: ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

      LinkedIn
      Jan 2024
    • ACCP Pro

      Aptech
      Jan 2014
    • ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level

      Pakistan Software Testing Board (PSTB)
      Dec 2020
    • Selenium Automation

      GetProfessional
      Dec 2018
    • Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

      ISC2
      Feb 2024