I am a detail-oriented QA Engineer with 4 years of experience in software quality assurance and systems testing across diverse platforms. I design and execute test regimes, including functional, regression, and performance testing, and I collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software releases. I have strong knowledge of QA best practices, SDLC, test planning, and process improvements using both Waterfall and Agile methodologies. I am a strong communicator who builds productive relationships with developers, stakeholders, and clients to drive project success. I am an AI enthusiast keen to work on projects involving AI tools and technologies, and I have also taught software engineering to engineering and postgraduate students. As a former teaching faculty with a Master’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering, I value continuous learning and mentoring. I am seeking a role with scope to drive innovation, develop processes, and deliver robust quality across innovative initiatives.

Archana Rao

I am a detail-oriented QA Engineer with 4 years of experience in software quality assurance and systems testing across diverse platforms. I design and execute test regimes, including functional, regression, and performance testing, and I collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software releases. I have strong knowledge of QA best practices, SDLC, test planning, and process improvements using both Waterfall and Agile methodologies. I am a strong communicator who builds productive relationships with developers, stakeholders, and clients to drive project success. I am an AI enthusiast keen to work on projects involving AI tools and technologies, and I have also taught software engineering to engineering and postgraduate students. As a former teaching faculty with a Master’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering, I value continuous learning and mentoring. I am seeking a role with scope to drive innovation, develop processes, and deliver robust quality across innovative initiatives.

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I am a detail-oriented QA Engineer with 4 years of experience in software quality assurance and systems testing across diverse platforms. I design and execute test regimes, including functional, regression, and performance testing, and I collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software releases. I have strong knowledge of QA best practices, SDLC, test planning, and process improvements using both Waterfall and Agile methodologies. I am a strong communicator who builds productive relationships with developers, stakeholders, and clients to drive project success. I am an AI enthusiast keen to work on projects involving AI tools and technologies, and I have also taught software engineering to engineering and postgraduate students.

As a former teaching faculty with a Master’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering, I value continuous learning and mentoring. I am seeking a role with scope to drive innovation, develop processes, and deliver robust quality across innovative initiatives.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at Robosoft Technologies
February 1, 2023 - October 10, 2025
Lead QA testing efforts and quality assurance protocols for medium/large size eCommerce application with a strong presence in 33 countries, consistently achieving an average defect leakage of less than 3% ensuring comprehensive coverage and robustness of the system. My critical thinking thus improved overall product quality with a product rating of 4.6 on App Store and 4.5 on Trustpilot. The comprehensive testing strategy increased iOS user downloads for the first time ever since 3 years. Review requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely feedback. Self driven, researched and implemented the latest testing methodologies and tools, ensuring highest level of quality assurance across the organization. Developed detailed test plan and test cases thereby coordinating testing activities to meet business deadlines. Designed and executed automation scripts thus improving testing accuracy. Collaborated with internal and cross functional team members to address
Assistant Professor at St. Joseph Engineering College
October 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025
Teaching computer science and engineering courses; contributed to curriculum and student mentoring.
Assistant Professor at Srinivas School of Engineering
May 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025
Assisted with undergraduate/graduate computer science courses; prepared labs and assessments.
Assistant Professor at NMAMIT
July 1, 2012 - October 10, 2025
Teaching assignments in computer science and engineering; engaged in student mentorship and curriculum activities.
Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at Robosoft Technologies
February 1, 2023 - October 10, 2025
Led QA testing efforts and quality assurance protocols for a medium/large eCommerce application with a presence in 33 countries. Achieved defect leakage <3%, ensuring robust coverage and high product quality; contributed to app ratings (4.6/5 on App Store, 4.5/5 on Trustpilot) and improved iOS downloads after three years. Reviewed requirements, specifications and technical design documents; developed detailed test plans and cases; designed and executed automation scripts; collaborated with cross-functional teams to address quality concerns; tracked and debugged defects via Jira; conducted stakeholder-ready sprint demos.
Assistant Professor at St. Joseph Engineering College
October 31, 2019 - October 10, 2025
Taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses in computer science and engineering; prepared course materials and supervised labs; contributed to curriculum development.
Assistant Professor at Srinivas School of Engineering
May 31, 2019 - October 10, 2025
Taught computer science and engineering courses; mentored students and contributed to research initiatives.
Assistant Professor at NMAM Institute of Technology
July 31, 2012 - October 10, 2025
Taught and conducted research in computer science and engineering; developed course materials and supervised student projects.

Education

Master of Computer Science and Engineering at Visvesvaraya Technological University
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2018
Master of Computer Science and Engineering at Visvesvaraya Technological University, India
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2018

Qualifications

Introduction to R Programming
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
AWS Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
Introduction to R Programming
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
LFC131: Green Software for Practitioners
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
AWS Knowledge: Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services

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