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Prisca  MATERANYA

Prisca MATERANYA

Paris ,iIle de france

Summary

Results-driven Software QA Engineer with 6 years of experience in manual and automated testing across web,

mobile, and API applications. Adept at ensuring software quality through rigorous test planning, execution, and

defect tracking. Hands-on experience testing SaaS-based applications across cloud environments. Skilled in Agile

methodologies, test automation, and CI/CD integration to optimize software development processes. Passionate

about improving software reliability and user experience while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Senior Software Test Specialist

KPMG
Houston, TX
2025.01 - Current

Delivered manual and automated testing for web and mobile applications, reducing production defects by 30% and improving CI/CD efficiency.

• Drove UAT and Agile testing processes, building Selenium frameworks that reduced regression testing time by 70%.

• Led defect triage and QA strategy, accelerating resolution of critical issues.

• Executed API and performance testing to ensure backend reliability and scalability.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align product quality with business objectives.

• Mentored junior QA engineers and promoted best practices in automation and testing.

Software Test Engineer

American Express
Houston, TX
2023.11 - 2024.12
  • Led manual and automated testing for online banking applications to ensure smooth transactions.
  • Reviewed functional/design specs and identified test conditions.
  • Performed system integration, regression, and static testing.
  • Managed defect lifecycle (severity, priority, status, reproduction steps).
  • Created test plans and scenarios based on requirements and use cases.
  • Tested payment processing (cash/cheque) and validated clearing house verification.
  • Conducted cross-browser testing (IE, Chrome, Firefox) and MS Office compatibility checks.
  • Performed database validation using SQL to ensure data accuracy.

Logistics Officer

United State Army
Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
2019.08 - 2023.05
  • Directed logistics operations and enforced security compliance in high-pressure environments.
  • Led 140+ personnel; managed and tracked equipment valued at $10M+.
  • Developed SOPs and risk assessments aligned with planning and execution strategies.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams, reflecting Agile-style collaboration.
  • Oversaw audits and inspections, ensuring process accuracy and compliance.
  • Executed mission-critical logistics with high accuracy and accountability.
  • Performed risk analysis and implemented security protocols.
  • Created SOPs and structured workflows, similar to test planning and case design.
  • Analyzed data and reported metrics to improve operational efficiency.
  • Maintained full compliance with regulatory and safety standards.

Education

Master of Arts - International Relations and Affairs

Texas Agriculture And Mechanical (A&M) University
COLLEGE STATION
2022.08 - 2024.05

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations and Affairs

Texas A&M University
College Station
2019.08 - 2023.05

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Texas A&M University
College Station
2020.08 - 2023.05

Skills

  • Testing Expertise: Test planning, strategy, and case development; defect tracking, logging, and reporting
  • Testing Types: Manual, Functional, Unit, Integration, Black Box, Regression, SIT, UAT
  • Automation & Tools: Selenium, Cypress, Postman, JMeter; TestNG, Mocha, POM
  • API & Database Testing: REST, SOAP, SQL
  • Programming: Basic knowledge of Python, JavaScript, Java, HTML, CSS
  • Methodologies: Agile (Scrum, Kanban), Waterfall, TDD, BDD
  • CI/CD & Cloud: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Bamboo; AWS, Azure
  • Domain Knowledge: Banking & Finance (Payments, Loans, Fraud Detection, Open Banking APIs)
  • Tools: Jira, Microsoft Test Manager, MS Office Suite, Visio, Project
  • Soft Skills: Strong communication, detail-oriented

Languages

English
Native
French
Upper intermediate (B2)
Swahili
Native

Affiliations

  • New Technology
  • Travel & Culture
  • Researching
  • Real Estate
  • Fitness & Well-being
  • Sports,

Certification

ISTQB Certified Software Tester

Project Management Institute – PMI Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP)

Six Sigma Green Belt Certification

Timeline

Senior Software Test Specialist

KPMG
2025.01 - Current

Software Test Engineer

American Express
2023.11 - 2024.12

Master of Arts - International Relations and Affairs

Texas Agriculture And Mechanical (A&M) University
2022.08 - 2024.05

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Texas A&M University
2020.08 - 2023.05

Logistics Officer

United State Army
2019.08 - 2023.05

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations and Affairs

Texas A&M University
2019.08 - 2023.05
Prisca MATERANYA