Pranav Pothiwala

A dedicated and results-driven Senior QA Engineer with over 4+ years of Quality Assurance experience, I specialist in functional, regression, and UAT testing, with a strong grasp of Agile and Waterfall methodologies. My skills encompass test case development, cross-browser and cross-device testing, as well as expertise in Visual regression and Accessibility testing. I'm adept in API testing, proficient in test automation with Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, Cypress, and RPA, and have exposure to various automation frameworks. Additionally, I have a strong background in mobile app validation and am well-versed in CI/CD tools and version control. My unwavering commitment to product quality drives me to excel in my role as a detail-oriented, self-motivated professional.

Senior QA Manager Shelter UK September 2022 til continue 

 Roles and Responsibilities: 

● Proficiently participate in Agile Scrum methodology, daily stand up, backlog grooming, Sprint Planning, retrospective and weekly status meetings.

 ● Collaborate cross-functionally across four diverse teams to optimise project outcomes. 

● Working with various Content Management Systems, including Contentful, Squiz Matrix, Impact Stack, and WordPress. 

● Effectively working in tandem with Project Managers, Developers, Content Editors, and UX Designers to ensure project cohesiveness. 

● Defined stringent in-house QA Acceptance criteria to maintain high-quality standards. ● Conducted Accessibility Test audits for feature releases, promoting inclusivity and compliance. 

● Ensured precise alignment between the UI and design specifications for a seamless user experience. 

● Conducted comprehensive cross-browser and cross-platform testing to validate software functionality. 

● Proficiently verified API request and response integrity using Playwright Postman, ensuring API call accuracy. 

● Created structured test scenarios and cases from user stories and Acceptance criteria for comprehensive testing coverage. 

● Designed an efficient Automation Framework using Playwright, optimising automation with Page Object Model and reusable functions. 

● Developed automation test cases using a BDD approach with Gherkin-Cucumber and TestNG for effective regression testing. 

● Conducted rigorous regression testing, documenting and tracking issues in Jira for prompt resolution. 

● Utilised exploratory testing to uncover edge cases and bolster product robustness. 

● Provided mentorship and training to Mid-weight and Junior QA team members to foster professional growth. 

● Efficiently managed and executed regular builds with CircleCI, integrating CI/CD practices. 

● Proficiently managed the migration process from the old CMS to the new CMS, ensuring a seamless transition while upholding uncompromised quality standards.

● Actively participated in the interview panel for recruiting Mid-weight and freelancer QAs, contributing to talent selection. 

● Mentoring and Coaching other QA 

QA Tester Shelter UK September 2020 til September 2022 

 Roles and Responsibilities: 

● Active participation in Agile Scrum methodologies, promoting effective communication and project management. 

● Successfully managed the migration from the old CMS to the new CMS, ensuring a seamless transition and maintaining uncompromised quality standards throughout the process. 

● Leadership in cross-functional collaborations across a variety of projects, ensuring seamless teamwork. 

● Proficient working with Contentful headless CMS and Squiz Matrix CMS, facilitating efficient content management. 

● Collaborative engagement with Project Managers, developers, content editors, and UX designers to harmonise project goals. 

● Skillful definition of in-house QA criteria and meticulous alignment of UI with design specifications. 

● Thorough cross-browser and cross-platform testing to guarantee consistent functionality across different environments. 

● Proficient execution of API testing using Postman to verify API request and response integrity. 

● Development of structured test cases and implementation of regression automation using Gherkin-Cucumber and TestNG. 

● Diligent regular regression testing and meticulous tracking of bugs in Jira for prompt resolution. 

● Proactive exploratory testing to uncover edge cases and potential issues. 

● Valuable contribution as a member of the interview panel, actively participating in the recruitment of freelance QA professionals. 

Educational Background ● Bachelors of Commerce from the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda India in 2005 Licences & Certifications 

● ICAgile Certified Professional -ICAgile