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Rita Basu
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Rita Basu

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Stamford,CT

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Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Senior Staff QA EngineerSenior Quality Assurance EngineerSenior Quality Assurance EngineerQuality Assurance Test EngineerDatabase Developer

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Location: Stamford, CT
Open to relocation: Yes

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Career advancementPersonal development programsWork from home optionPaid time off401k matchPaid sick leaveTeam Building / Company Retreats

Summary

Senior QA staff engineer with 14 years of experience in software testing, specializing in test automation and defect tracking. Proven track record in developing effective testing strategies that improve product quality and increase stakeholder satisfaction. Strong leadership skills demonstrated through successful team management and project execution.

Overview

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years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Staff QA Engineer

Qualtrics
Stamford, Connecticut
05.2026 - Current
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive test plans and strategies to ensure product quality assurance.
  • Conducted manual and automated testing on software applications to identify bugs and defects.
  • Created detailed bug reports with reproduction steps and screenshots for clarity.
  • Collaborated with developers to streamline defect resolution processes.
  • Reviewed requirements documents to provide timely feedback on technical specifications.
  • Managed documentation of test plans, cases, and results for project transparency.
  • Trained and mentored junior QA staff on best practices and methodologies.
  • Lead a team in implementing QA best practices across various projects.

Senior Staff QA Engineer

Press Ganey
Stamford, Connecticut
07.2023 - 05.2026
  • Created and optimized automated testing tools for repetitive tasks.
  • Simulated software production environments to allow for enhanced testing.
  • Participated in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.
  • Met project scope and delivery dates by planning optimal testing schedules.
  • Worked with Agile and Scrum methodologies to accomplish project milestones and meet demanding timelines.
  • Documented, triaged, and managed defects in software and worked with developers to facilitate timely resolutions.
  • Executed regression tests to ensure application stability after updates.
  • Trained team members on various aspects of automation testing strategies.

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Forsta
Stamford, Connecticut
04.2021 - 07.2023
  • Collaborated with developers to identify root causes of defects found during testing cycles.
  • Developed automated testing scripts.
  • Managed and technical documentation for different procedures and projects.
  • Teamed with in-house and offshore teams to test web, mobile, and client-server software applications .
  • Provided clear and concise cost and time estimates for each phase of testing from test phase planning to final regression testing.
  • Assisted in developing and maintaining automation frameworks using Java language and Selenium WebDriver API.
  • Tracked performance metrics like mean time between failure or mean time to repair.
  • Conducted manual tests as well as automated tests using Selenium, QTP and UFT, and LoadRunner tools.
  • Interfaced with project managers and task managers to develop quality assurance engineering requirements for projects.

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

FocusVision
Stamford, Connecticut
04.2016 - 04.2021
  • Reviewed and analyzed product requirements to identify test coverage gaps.
  • Mentored junior QA engineers on best practices and testing methodologies.
  • Conducted code reviews, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
  • Participated in agile ceremonies, aligning testing efforts with development cycles.
  • Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely delivery within budget constraints.
  • Developed automated testing scripts to enhance efficiency.
  • Managed technical documentation for various procedures and projects.
  • Delivered training and ongoing quality assurance guidance to onsite and offshore teams.

Quality Assurance Test Engineer

FocusVision
Stamford, CT
03.2013 - 03.2016
  • Developed comprehensive test plans to ensure software quality and compliance standards.
  • Executed manual and automated tests across multiple applications to validate functionality.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify defects and enhance testing processes.
  • Documented test cases while maintaining accurate records of all testing activities.
  • Participated in project meetings to discuss testing strategies and timelines.

Database Developer

Attic Technologies Inc.
Edison, New Jersey
03.2008 - 04.2010
  • Developed and maintained database systems for client projects at Attic Technologies Inc.
  • Collaborated with teams to design database architecture and optimize performance.
  • Automated reporting processes to streamline data retrieval and analysis tasks.
  • Wrote scripts and processes for data integration and bug fixes.
  • Created stored procedures, triggers, tables, views and functions using T-SQL.

Database (Dot Net) Developer

Tauck World Discovery
Norwalk, Connecticut
09.2007 - 02.2008
  • Developed scalable web applications using .NET frameworks and C#.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements.
  • Implemented RESTful APIs to enhance application functionality.
  • Conducted code reviews to ensure quality and compliance with standards.
  • Debugged and resolved software defects in existing applications.
  • Troubleshooted technical issues related to .NET development.
  • Applied development standards to .NET-based software projects, complying with internal development protocols.

Lecturer, Computer Science and Engineering

BIET , India
05.2003 - 11.2006
  • Developed course materials for computer science curriculum and workshops.
  • Delivered engaging lectures on programming, algorithms, and data structures.
  • Supervised student projects and provided mentorship on technical skills.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback sessions.
  • Planned and prepared lectures and lessons covering areas of information technology.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science & Engineering -

BIET
India
04-2003

Skills

  • Testing strategy and design
  • Automated and manual testing
  • Mobile application testing
  • Test case development and management using tool Testrail
  • Cross-browser testing tools like Browserstack
  • Automated testing frameworks Selenium, Cypress, and Playwright
  • Continuous integration tools like TeamCity and Jenkins
  • Automates API testing
  • Defect management and reporting
  • Agile methodologies with Jira
  • Software development lifecycle
  • Stakeholder management
  • Team leadership

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Certification

  • Microsoft Certifies Professional
  • Microsoft certified application Developer
  • Topped in the University and recipient of the Governor’s Gold Medal

Timeline

Senior Staff QA Engineer

Qualtrics
05.2026 - Current

Senior Staff QA Engineer

Press Ganey
07.2023 - 05.2026

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Forsta
04.2021 - 07.2023

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

FocusVision
04.2016 - 04.2021

Quality Assurance Test Engineer

FocusVision
03.2013 - 03.2016

Database Developer

Attic Technologies Inc.
03.2008 - 04.2010

Database (Dot Net) Developer

Tauck World Discovery
09.2007 - 02.2008

Lecturer, Computer Science and Engineering

BIET , India
05.2003 - 11.2006

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science & Engineering -

BIET

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