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Preethi Dawke

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
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Work Experience

Test Module Lead at Happy Minds
May 1, 2024 - Present
Lead Test Module for multiple software testing projects, conducted API security testing, designed test collections and executed pipeline tests during releases, reducing security leaks by ~30%. Maintained regression test suites with 95% coverage, enhancing defect detection by ~20% across cycles. Pioneered advanced automation techniques to align quality engineering with industry best practices. Created test plans, test cases, and managed defect tracking; collaborated with cross-functional teams to address complex problems and improve testing processes. Implemented automated defect tracking to ensure accountability; stayed updated with industry trends to continuously enhance software quality.
Software Quality Engineer at Aureus Tech Systems
March 1, 2021 - May 1, 2024
Developed automation scripts using Selenium, Cucumber BDD, and Java; improved modularity and reduced execution steps by ~20%. Implemented Selenium and Java test scripts for user stories to ensure completion before sprint closures in an Agile framework. Managed version control with Git in Azure Pipelines; audited Agile processes via Jira and Azure DevOps. Maintained manual regression test cases in Azure DevOps and Selenium for comprehensive feature coverage. Provided QA insights on bug trends through test automation with Selenium and manual reviews. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address complex problems and improve QA practices. Used advanced automation tools to track defects and ensure accountability.
Senior Analyst at GlobalLogic
June 1, 2008 - December 1, 2015
Detected, tracked, and resolved over 1,000 defects across software applications. Evaluated data, checked requirements, and prepared reports. Addressed user-reported issues via map-based queries. Implemented focused defect-tracking solutions leveraging automation techniques to improve overall software quality. Fostered accountability by clarifying roles, guided teams in best testing practices, and collaborated with developers, project managers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions on time. Stayed updated with industry trends to continually enhance software quality.
Remote Test Engineer at AZICORE INC
February 1, 2019 - March 2, 2021
Created and executed detailed test plans and test cases from functional requirements, ensuring 95% coverage across modules. Collaborated with managers to define user stories, distribute tasks, and report/manage 1000+ defects, improving release quality by ~30%. Implemented Selenium, Cucumber BDD, Java scripts; used Jira and Azure DevOps for tracking and CI. Audited Agile processes via Jira and Azure DevOps to enhance team efficiency. Maintained manual regression test suites in Azure DevOps and Selenium for comprehensive feature coverage. Provided QA insights on bug trends through test automation with Selenium and manual reviews during investigations. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address complex problems and improve quality engineering practices. Used automation tools to track defects, ensuring accountability within the testing process.
Quality Engineer at Aureus Tech Systems
March 1, 2021 - May 2, 2024
Developed automation scripts using Selenium, Cucumber BDD, and Java, improving modularity and reducing execution steps by 20%. Implemented test scripts for user stories in Agile framework. Managed version control with Git in Azure DevOps pipelines for collaboration. Audited Agile processes with Jira and Azure DevOps to enhance team efficiency. Maintained manual regression test suites in Azure DevOps and Selenium for comprehensive feature coverage. Provided QA insights on bug trends through test automation and manual reviews during investigations. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address complex problems and improve quality engineering practices. Used advanced automation tools to track defects, ensuring accountability within the testing process.
Lead Test Module Lead at Happiest Minds Technologies
May 1, 2024 - Present
Led API security testing, designing test collections and executing pipeline tests during releases, reducing security leaks by ~30%. Maintained regression test suites with 95% coverage, improving defect detection and release quality. Created test plans, test cases, and managed defect tracking. Collaborated with developers, project managers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions on time. Drove quality engineering improvements through automation.

Education

Bachelor of Technology at Shadan College of Engineering and Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2008
Bachelor of Technology at Shadan College of Engineering and Technology
May 1, 2008 - December 29, 2025

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services