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Pranaya Regatte

Software QA Engineer
Brandon,United States

Summary

Accomplished Software Quality Assurance Tester with a proven track record of excelling in high-velocity testing landscapes. Proficiently evaluates software throughout diverse development and production cycles, employing a meticulous approach to scrutinize functionality, layout, and operational performance, thereby identifying nuanced usability challenges and visual design inconsistencies. Adept at seamlessly integrating into Agile-driven environments, consistently yielding comprehensive assessments that significantly augment product quality and overall user satisfaction.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Parental Career Break

Self
02.2024 - Current
  • Took a planned career break for parental responsibilities while staying engaged in professional growth.

Software QA Engineer

Verizon
06.2021 - 01.2024
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and product managers, to analyze project requirements and user stories for the Verizon B360 application, ensuring clear understanding and comprehensive test coverage.
  • Designed and executed detailed test plans and test cases to validate functional, regression, integration, and exploratory testing scenarios, delivering a highly reliable product.
  • Conducted thorough manual testing across web and mobile platforms, identifying and resolving critical defects to enhance overall system performance and stability.
  • Performed API testing using Postman to validate data flow, system integrations, and error handling, ensuring seamless communication between front-end and back-end components.
  • Utilized SQL queries for back-end testing, verifying database integrity and ensuring accurate data mapping between the user interface and database layers.
  • Conducted cross-browser and cross-platform testing on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and other environments, ensuring consistent functionality and usability across diverse devices and operating systems.
  • Tested applications across real devices, BrowserStack, and Chrome DevTools emulators to ensure compatibility and performance in multiple user scenarios.
  • Proactively tracked and managed incoming bug reports throughout the product lifecycle, performing root cause analysis and collaborating with development teams to implement effective fixes.
  • Maintained and enhanced comprehensive test documentation, including test plans, test cases, defect logs, and test results, promoting transparency and supporting efficient knowledge transfer across the team.
  • Actively participated in Agile workflows, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, to align testing activities with sprint goals and ensure timely delivery of high-quality releases.

Key Achievements:

  • Improved product quality and reduced defect leakage rates by rigorously testing early-stage releases and providing actionable feedback to the development team.
  • Enhanced cross-platform compatibility, contributing to a seamless user experience across multiple environments.
  • Played a critical role in the on-time delivery of the B360 application, ensuring its successful rollout with minimal production issues.

Software Test Analyst

Sprint
07.2018 - 05.2021
  • Designed and implemented test cases tailored to Sprint’s telecom applications, focusing on functionality, system integration, and user workflows.
  • Conducted rigorous manual testing to validate new features, detect defects, and ensure adherence to product requirements and quality standards.
  • Executed compatibility testing across devices and operating systems, ensuring seamless performance in real-world user environments.
  • Collaborated with project managers and developers to resolve critical issues, providing detailed feedback and supporting efficient resolution.
  • Utilized JIRA to maintain accurate defect logs and prioritize fixes, improving the efficiency of the debugging process.
  • Documented testing processes, results, and recommendations to support continuous quality improvements and team alignment.
  • Actively contributed to sprint cycles by providing input during Agile planning sessions, ensuring testing was prioritized and aligned with release goals.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science

JNT University
India
05.2011 - 05.2015

Skills

Team Collaboration

Timeline

Parental Career Break

Self
02.2024 - Current

Software QA Engineer

Verizon
06.2021 - 01.2024

Software Test Analyst

Sprint
07.2018 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science

JNT University
05.2011 - 05.2015

Visa Status

No Visa Sponsorship Required 

Pranaya RegatteSoftware QA Engineer