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Chalakani Piyasena
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Experienced in software testing methodologies and automated testing tools. Analytical and detail-oriented professional dedicated to delivering high-quality software through comprehensive testing and problem-solving. Successful 10+ year career collaborating with multicultural teams across Australia, New Zealand, the US, Sri Lanka, and India. Contributed 7 months of valuable work experience as a QA Analyst in New Zealand. Currently seeking full-time employment opportunities in Senior QA. Eager to leverage expertise and drive for excellence to make a significant impact in a new role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Test Analyst
Job Net Limited
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Obtained experience in recruiting platform - Jobnet
- Conducted root cause analysis on identified defects, recommending process improvements to prevent future occurrences.
- Streamlined communication between QA team and development team, ensuring clear understanding of test results and required actions.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
- Managed defect tracking through GitHub providing regular updates on bug status to stakeholders.
- Built automated test scripts using Playwright and JavaScript to handle repetitive software testing work.
Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Job Net Limited
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Supported product manager and development team across phases of testing from planning to execution, troubleshooting and reporting within high-volume, agile environment.
- Met tight deadlines to satisfy client demands and project timelines.
- Streamlined the bug reporting process by creating clear documentation guidelines for accurate issue tracking and faster resolution times.
Lead - QA Automation
LB Finance PLC
12.2021 - 07.2024
- Obtained experience in finance platform - LB Finance Digital App
- Supported agile development methodologies by participating in daily stand-ups, sprint planning sessions, and retrospectives.
- Managed defect tracking process using Jira and DevOps, providing timely updates on issue resolution progress to stakeholders.
- Built API automated test framework using RestAssured, Java with BDT to handle repetitive software testing work.
- Increased team efficiency by training and mentoring junior QA engineers in automation tools and best practices.
Visiting Lecturer
Horizon Campus
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Obtained experience in teaching - Mathematics for ICT
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and approaches tailored to individual learning styles.
- Provided constructive feedback on student assignments, offering guidance for improvement in future work.
- Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
Senior Engineer - QA Automation
LB Finance PLC
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Evaluated project outcomes against objectives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Mentored junior engineers, sharing expertise and guiding their professional development.
- Enhanced system reliability by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions to prevent future issues.
Freelance - Quality Assurance Tester
NewFaviconAU
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Validated bug fixes, confirming that software met or exceeded quality expectations before release.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
- Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
- Completed compatibility testing on Windows, Android and iOS mobile devices.
Software Quality Engineer
Pearson Lanka (Pvt) Limited
07.2016 - 10.2019
- Obtained experience in e-learning platform - Pearson
- Supported continuous integration efforts for faster deployment cycles using Jenkins.
- Facilitated improvements in overall software quality through active participation in process improvement initiatives within the organization.
- Completed in-depth compatibility testing using SauceLabs and mobile testing on Windows, Android and iOS devices.
- Developed and executed QA test cases, scripts and procedures for automated software maintenance with e-Selenium, Java with Cucumber.
- Tested APIs using SoapUi, Postman and Swagger.
Quality Assurance Engineer - Automation
Q2Soft (Pvt) Limited
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Obtained experience in payroll platform - ConnX
- Supported successful product launches by conducting extensive Pre-BVT testing and validation activities.
- Implemented automated testing solutions using TestComplete tool where appropriate, reducing manual testing effort and increasing overall test coverage.
- Tested functional and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
- Effectively Communicated with business and development team members in Australia.
ICT Teacher - Middle School, Upper School
S. Thomas' College
01.2015 - 08.2015
- Obtained experience in teaching - ICT O/L
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth assessments.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
Quality Assurance Engineer
Virtusa (Pvt) Limited
12.2011 - 07.2014
- Obtained experience in health insurance platform - Aetna
- Prepared test plans using HP Quality Center.
- Established effective communication channels between QA, development (Cognizant, India), and project management (US) teams to foster a collaborative working environment focused on delivering high-quality products.
- Increased product reliability by performing thorough regression testing and SoapUi service level testing on each release cycle.
- Managed bug tracking using IBM ClearQuest and Jira, ensuring timely resolution of reported issues and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.
- Participated in available trainings to improve testing knowledge.
- Experienced in preparation of QA Artefacts, QATP and test exit reports.
Education
Master of Science - Software Engineering
Yoobee College of Creative Innovation
Auckland, NZ07-2025
ISTQB Certified Tester - Foundation Level - Quality Assurance
Sri Lanka Software Testing Board
Sri Lanka04.2017
PG Diploma - Operational Research
University of Moratuwa
Colombo, Sri Lanka05.2015
Certificate of Completion - Selenium Test Automation Engineer program
Pragmatic Test Labs
Sri Lanka11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Sri Lanka11-2011
Skills
- Agile Methodologies - Scrum, Kanban
- JIRA Project Management
- Proficient in Test Management Tools - HP QC
- Software Manual Testing - Black box, White box
- API Functional Testing - SoapUI, Postman, Swagger
- Regression Testing - Selenium, TestComplete
- Compatibility testing - SauceLabs, BrowserStack
- Automated Testing Frameworks - BDT with Cucumber
- Web Test Automation - Selenium, Playwright
- API Test Automation - REST-assured
- Git Repository Management - GitHub, Git Bash, GUI, Sourcetree, Bitbucket
- Tools for Coding - VS Code, IntelliJ, PyCharm, Eclipse
- Experienced with CI/CD Tools - Jenkins, DevOps
- Database Querying - SQL
- Data Analysis - Python
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/02/87
- Nationality: Sri Lankan
Certification
- ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) - International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB).
Interests
Timeline
Quality Assurance Test Analyst
Job Net Limited
07.2024 - 02.2025
Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Job Net Limited
06.2024 - 07.2024
Visiting Lecturer
Horizon Campus
07.2023 - 02.2024
Lead - QA Automation
LB Finance PLC
12.2021 - 07.2024
Senior Engineer - QA Automation
LB Finance PLC
04.2021 - 11.2021
Freelance - Quality Assurance Tester
NewFaviconAU
11.2019 - 03.2021
Software Quality Engineer
Pearson Lanka (Pvt) Limited
07.2016 - 10.2019
Quality Assurance Engineer - Automation
Q2Soft (Pvt) Limited
08.2015 - 07.2016
ICT Teacher - Middle School, Upper School
S. Thomas' College
01.2015 - 08.2015
Quality Assurance Engineer
Virtusa (Pvt) Limited
12.2011 - 07.2014
Master of Science - Software Engineering
Yoobee College of Creative Innovation
ISTQB Certified Tester - Foundation Level - Quality Assurance
Sri Lanka Software Testing Board
PG Diploma - Operational Research
University of Moratuwa
Certificate of Completion - Selenium Test Automation Engineer program
Pragmatic Test Labs
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
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