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MEHAK KATHURIA

Jersey City

Summary

  • Experienced Software Engineer in Testing with over 7 years of expertise in manual and automated testing across web and mobile platforms.
  • A Certified Test Engineer skilled in functional and non-functional testing, defect resolution, and improving accessibility and software performance.
  • Strong knowledge of SDLC and STLC, with hands-on experience in Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
  • Proficient in Accessibility Testing to ensure applications meet WCAG standards and comply with ADA and Section 508 requirements.
  • Proficient in writing and maintaining test cases, test plans, and automation scripts to ensure full coverage and reliability.
  • Solid understanding of HTML, ARIA roles, semantic markup, and best practices for accessible UI development.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelancer Accessibility Consultant

Magic EdTech
04.2022 - 02.2025
  • Conducted comprehensive accessibility testing across various platforms and content, ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.0/2.1,2.2 and Section 508 guidelines.
  • Performed detailed platform audits, identifying accessibility barriers and providing effective remediation solutions to enhance user experience.
  • Prepared VPAT (Voluntary Product Accessibility Template) and ACC (Accessibility Conformance) reports, clearly documenting accessibility compliance and improvements.
  • Delivered high-quality, timely results, consistently meeting project deadlines and exceeding client expectations, leading to enhanced client satisfaction.

Senior Consultant

Magic EdTech
07.2016 - 01.2020

Project I : Realize Platform Accessibility- Retain Team (2 Team Members)

  • Conducted thorough platform audits against WCAG guidelines, identifying and remediating accessibility barriers.
  • Implemented testing methodologies to ensure alignment with WCAG standards and compliance with accessibility regulations.
  • Successfully achieved and maintained WCAG compliance, enhancing the overall accessibility of the Realize platform.
  • Collaborated with development teams to implement accessible design patterns and code practices following WCAG guidelines.
  • Generated detailed reports on WCAG audit findings, outlining actionable steps for continuous accessibility improvement.

Project II Pearson Higher ED

  • Conducted comprehensive Accessibility Testing across various platforms and content to ensure compliance with accessibility standards and enhance user experience for all users.
  • Provided accurate estimations for various component types, ensuring proper allocation of resources and timelines for successful project delivery.
  • Contributed to the preparation of VPAT (Voluntary Product Accessibility Template) and ACC (Accessibility Conformance Criteria) reports to ensure project compliance with accessibility standards.
  • Trained and onboarded new team members on accessibility testing processes, ensuring they gained the necessary skills and knowledge to contribute effectively to projects.

Project III K12 Inc. Accessibility Audit

  • Designed test cases, prepared test scenarios, and executed testing to ensure thorough validation of functionality and quality across various platforms.
  • Conducted UI, Compatibility, Functional, Regression, and Accessibility Testing to ensure optimal performance, user experience, and compliance across different platforms and environments.
  • Executed test cases across multiple platforms, including mobile and Windows, while documenting and tracking bugs to ensure timely resolution and maintain product quality.
  • Responsible for delivering daily and weekly status reports to clients, along with conducting daily sync-up calls with onsite coordinators to ensure smooth project progress and alignment.

Project IV PSOC Pearson System of course:

  • Analyzed and interpreted project requirements through test data and approach documentation to ensure comprehensive test planning and effective execution.
  • Created, executed, and reviewed test scenarios and test cases to ensure comprehensive coverage.
  • Participated in UAT and Compatibility Testing to validate functionality across platforms.
  • Held responsibility for managing ELA (English Language Arts) files within the project.
  • Tracked and managed defects using the JIRA defect management tool.
  • Provided daily status reports to the client, ensuring clear communication on project progress.

Test Engineer

SAMSUNG INDIA ELECTRONICS PVT LTD
07.2012 - 05.2016
  • Performed testing on mobile applications across multiple platforms and chipset manufacturers to ensure compatibility, performance, and seamless user experience.
  • Prepared test cases and test scenarios, followed by executing the test cases to validate functionality and ensure quality across the application.
  • Gained experience in testing throughout the development lifecycle, including Sanity Testing, Functional Testing, Regression Testing, Exploratory Testing, and Automation Testing.
  • Well-versed in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring seamless integration of testing phases into overall project timelines.
  • Utilized JIRA for efficient defect tracking and logging, ensuring all issues were identified, reported, and managed throughout the testing cycle.
  • Analyzed defects based on logs provided by Android smartphones, accurately diagnosing issues to aid in prompt resolution.
  • Conducted rigorous stress testing on new features and apps before release, increasing product reliability and ensuring it met performance standards.

Education

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) - Information Technology

IITM (Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University)
01.2012

Skills

  • Technical skills: Functional testing, Regression testing, Accessibility testing, UAT, Java, HTML, SQL, JavaScript, JIRA, Zephyr, Bugzilla,NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, Axe, Wave, Color contrast Analyzer
  • Soft skills: Attention to detail, Analytical thinking, Team collaboration, Problem-solving
  • Project Management: Agile, Scrum, Sprint Planning, User Stories, Requirements Documentation, Technical writing, Sprint planning and retrospectives

Accomplishments

    Awarded the Excellence Award for exceptional work during 2017-2018

Timeline

Freelancer Accessibility Consultant

Magic EdTech
04.2022 - 02.2025

Senior Consultant

Magic EdTech
07.2016 - 01.2020

Test Engineer

SAMSUNG INDIA ELECTRONICS PVT LTD
07.2012 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) - Information Technology

IITM (Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University)