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Ayesha Ahmed

Karachi

Summary

SQA Analyst with expertise in manual and automation testing, specializing in defect identification and QA process optimization. Proven ability to design comprehensive test plans and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Proficient in Selenium and experienced in Agile-driven QA environments, ensuring high software quality standards.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Software Quality Analyst

Contour Software
Karachi
01.2021 - Current

Served as a key member of the QA team, responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of web and mobile applications through systematic testing processes. Worked closely with cross-functional teams to validate functionality, usability, and performance requirements.

  • Design, develop, and maintain comprehensive test plans for web and mobile application projects, ensuring that functional and non-functional requirements are met.
  • Created and executed over 300 manual test cases, including regression and smoke test suites, improving post-deployment stability by more than 25%.
  • Developed and maintained automated scripts using Selenium and Playwright, cutting manual testing time by 30%.
  • Execute and manage formal test cycles using Azure DevOps, including test case management, test execution, and result tracking.
  • Logged and tracked 50+ defects, working closely with developers to validate fixes, and ensure a quick turnaround.
  • Conducted in-depth requirement analysis to proactively identify test scenarios, reducing missed test cases during validation phases.
  • Effectively communicated with global stakeholders, ensuring test alignment with evolving requirements, and delivery timelines.
  • Worked with Agile and Scrum methodologies to accomplish project milestones and meet demanding timelines.
  • Guided junior QA engineers by clarifying test scenarios, assisting in test case design, and strengthening their understanding of QA tools and processes.

Education

Bachelor’s degree - Software Engineering

Mohammad Ali Jinnah University
01.2022

Skills

Testing & QA Techniques:
Manual Testing, Functional & Non-Functional Testing, Regression Testing, Smoke Testing, Mobile & Web Application Testing, Test Plan & Test Case Design, Defect Tracking & Reporting, Test Strategy & Test Scenario Development

Test Automation:
Selenium, Playwright, Automation Scripting (C#), Test Framework Development

Tools & Platforms:
Azure DevOps, Jira, Visual Studio, Micro Focus ALM, SQL for Data Validation

Methodologies:
Agile, Scrum, SDLC, STLC

Soft Skills & Collaboration:
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving, Cross-Functional Team Collaboration, Strong Organizational Skills, Written & Verbal Communication

Certification

  • Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL): ISTQB Certified Feb '23
  • CTFL Agile Tester: ISTQB Certified Dec '23
  • Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC): SCRUMstudy Dec '21
  • Scrum Foundation Professional Certificate - SFPC: CertiProf Nov '21

Projects

Successfully led and delivered a 6-month end-to-end QA project for a major client, Abbott, overseeing planning, execution, and delivery phases while maintaining high quality standards and ensuring full alignment with client expectations.

Timeline

Software Quality Analyst

Contour Software
01.2021 - Current

Bachelor’s degree - Software Engineering

Mohammad Ali Jinnah University
Ayesha Ahmed