Mohammed Abdul Samad
About Mohammed Abdul Samad
Mohammed Abdul Samad is a Senior Test Analyst with extensive experience in automated testing and quality assurance. He has worked for various organizations, including HSBC and Investec, utilizing tools like Selenium Webdriver and Postman to enhance testing processes.
Current Role at Investec
Mohammed Abdul Samad has been working as a Senior Test Analyst at Investec since 2018. In this role, he conducts full regression and exploratory testing prior to live releases. He collaborates with wider teams to enhance testing processes and has played a key role in supporting Investec's global overhaul of pension schemes and internal processes. His expertise in automated testing contributes significantly to the quality assurance efforts within the organization.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Mohammed Abdul Samad worked at HSBC Retail Banking and Wealth Management in two capacities. He served as a Digital User Acceptance Tester from 2015 to 2017 in Leeds, where he was involved in ensuring the functionality and usability of digital products. Later, in 2017, he worked as a Digital Exploratory Tester for seven months in London, focusing on exploratory testing methods to identify potential issues in digital services.
Testing Expertise and Tools
Abdul Samad utilizes various tools and technologies in his testing practices. He employs Selenium Webdriver and C# for creating and executing automated tests within a Microsoft .NET framework. Additionally, he uses Postman for testing API responses related to log on, account details, and transaction confirmations. His proficiency in Specflow and Gherkin language aids in developing automation testing feature files.
Educational Background
Mohammed Abdul Samad studied at Kingston University, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Biochemistry from 2011 to 2014. His academic background provided him with a strong foundation in analytical skills, which he applies in his current role in software testing.
Early Career and Additional Roles
Before his current position, Abdul Samad held various roles that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Test Analyst at Macmillan Cancer Support for one month in 2017 and as a Senior Test Analyst at FDM Group from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, he served as a Student Ambassador at Kingston University and Tower Hamlets College, where he engaged with students and supported university initiatives.