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Rushdaa Mahamedally

Terre Rouge,Mauritius

Summary

QA lead with over 6 years of experience ensuring reliable, high-quality software. Proficient in manual testing, defect management, and cross-team collaboration. Strong analytical and communication skills with a commitment to continuous improvement and modern QA practices.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Lead Test Engineer

Acropora Data
08.2024 - Current
  • Designed and executed test strategies to improve software quality and performance.
  • Led end-to-end testing activities, ensuring timely and high-quality deliveries.
  • Reduced defect leakage through effective regression testing and early defect detection.
  • Performed root cause analysis and coordinated defect resolution with development teams.
  • Drove QA process improvements, testing best practices, and workflow optimization.
  • Identified SDLC bottlenecks and improved team productivity and delivery efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams in Agile environments to ensure successful project execution.
  • Supported pre-sales activities through test strategy definition, estimations, and client presentations.
  • Defined onboarding and training programs for new team members.
  • Maintained QA documentation, traceability, and compliance with quality standards.

QA Engineer

Elca Mauritius
04.2023 - 07.2024
  • Led functional, regression, integration, performance, and UAT testing activities across multiple projects.
  • Defined test strategies, test plans, and test cases to ensure comprehensive requirements coverage.
  • Managed defect lifecycle activities, including defect reporting, root cause analysis, prioritization, and resolution tracking.
  • Partnered with development and cross-functional teams to validate requirements and ensure successful releases.
  • Maintained QA artefacts and testing documentation in accordance with industry standards and best practices.
  • Contributed to Agile delivery through active participation in Scrum ceremonies and sprint activities.
  • Ensured product quality, performance, and compliance through rigorous validation and testing processes.

QA Analyst

Zapproach Ltd
07.2021 - 04.2023
  • Conducted manual, functional, and regression testing to ensure software quality and stability.
  • Developed and executed test cases based on business requirements and acceptance criteria.
  • Identified, documented, and tracked defects, working closely with developers to ensure timely resolution.
  • Maintained testing documentation and communicated test results to stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support successful project delivery and process improvement.

Junior QA

Zapproach Ltd
06.2020 - 07.2021
  • Conduct manual testing to identify bugs within software applications, assess user interface (UI), and evaluate user experience (UX) design.
  • Document discovered issues and data, providing detailed reports to the concerned team members.

Trainee IT Sourcing Specialist

Succexa Ltd
01.2020 - 07.2020

Managed end-to-end recruitment activities, including candidate screening, initial interviews, interview coordination, and stakeholder communication throughout the hiring process.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering

University of Technology, Mauritius
/2017 - /2021

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Result & Deadline-Oriented
  • Team Leadership & Mentoring
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Testing Techniques

Timeline

Lead Test Engineer

Acropora Data
08.2024 - Current

QA Engineer

Elca Mauritius
04.2023 - 07.2024

QA Analyst

Zapproach Ltd
07.2021 - 04.2023

Junior QA

Zapproach Ltd
06.2020 - 07.2021

Trainee IT Sourcing Specialist

Succexa Ltd
01.2020 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering

University of Technology, Mauritius
/2017 - /2021
Rushdaa Mahamedally