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Hi, I’m Ahmed Shittu—a results-driven QA professional with 5+ years of hands-on experience in manual testing, test planning, and defect management across web, mobile, and API projects.
I thrive in collaborative teams, adapt well to Agile and Waterfall environments, and enjoy solving complex problems to deliver high-quality software while keeping stakeholders informed.
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Senior QA Engineer at Distrelec
December 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025Led a headless project migration by updating databases and monitoring web endpoints to ensure seamless platform integration. Optimized marketing content using SmartEdit. Wrote and executed smoke and regression tests; managed test cycles in Jira. Conducted SIT, UAT, and API testing for end-to-end validation. Provided regular stakeholder updates through trackers and defect reports. Expanded test coverage through exploratory testing, uncovering critical edge-case defects.
Senior QA Engineer at NBrown Group Plc
March 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025Delivered testing sprints and releases aligned with squad goals. Defined and maintained test plans, balancing cost efficiency and risk. Used Charles Proxy and Postman for API testing and service debugging. Built and maintained a regression pack for smooth handovers to other teams. Delivered major projects, including launching the Oxendales app and Native Checkout journeys. Mentored junior testers, strengthening the mobile app QA team.
UAT Tester and Insight Executive at Awaze UK
March 1, 2020 - October 14, 2025Tested browser-based applications across Desktop, Mobile, and BrowserStack environments. Documented test results and defects in JIRA, following testing standards. Performed weekly regression tests across brands, devices, and browsers. Analyzed customer feedback and prepared weekly analytical reports for management.
QA Tester at M&S
September 1, 2019 - October 14, 2025Prepared comprehensive test planning documents; conducted performance and load testing using Mercury Quality Center. Validated database integrity using SQL queries. Executed usability and regression testing for seamless user experiences.
Test Analyst at RBS
August 1, 2018 - October 14, 2025Performed functional, system, integration, and UAT testing across project phases. Tested applications on multiple browsers and operating systems. Conducted black-box testing to validate functional flows.
Junior Tester at Tesco
January 1, 2017 - October 14, 2025Created test cases based on functional requirements and test design specifications. Conducted regression testing on software addressing bugs from previous builds. Collaborated with QA and Business Analyst teams to develop regression test suites.
Senior QA Engineer at Distrelec
December 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025Led a headless project migration, transitioning an old website to a new platform. Updated databases and monitored web endpoints to ensure smooth system integration. Optimized website marketing content using SmartEdit tools. Wrote and executed smoke and regression test scripts; managed test cycles in Jira. Conducted SIT, UAT, and API testing for end-to-end system validation. Delivered regular updates to stakeholders via project trackers and defect management reports. Enhanced test coverage through exploratory testing, discovering critical edge-case defects.
Senior QA Engineer at NBrown Group Plc
March 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025Delivered testing sprints, iterations, and project releases aligned with squad goals. Defined and maintained test plans, balancing cost efficiency and risk assessment. Used Charles Proxy and Postman for API testing and service debugging. Built and maintained a regression pack for smooth handovers to other teams. Delivered major projects, including launching the Oxendales app and Native Checkout journeys. Mentored junior testers, strengthening the mobile app QA team.
UAT Tester and Insight Executive at Awaze UK
March 1, 2020 - October 14, 2025Tested browser-based applications across Desktop, Mobile, and BrowserStack environments. Documented test results and defects in JIRA, following testing standards. Performed weekly regression tests across brands, devices, and browsers. Analyzed customer feedback and prepared weekly analytical reports for management.
QA Tester at M&S
September 1, 2019 - October 14, 2025Prepared comprehensive test planning documents to guide QA processes. Conducted performance and load testing using Mercury Quality Center. Validated database integrity using SQL queries. Executed usability and regression testing for seamless user experiences.
Test Analyst at RBS
August 1, 2018 - October 14, 2025Performed functional, system, integration, and UAT testing across various project phases. Tested applications on various browsers and operating systems. Conducted black-box testing to validate functional flows.
Junior Tester at Tesco
January 1, 2017 - October 14, 2025Created test cases based on functional requirements and test design specifications. Conducted regression testing on software addressing bugs from previous builds. Collaborated with QA and Business Analyst teams to develop regression test suites.
Senior QA Engineer at Distrelec
December 31, 2024 - October 14, 2025Led a headless migration from an old website to a new platform; updated databases and monitored web endpoints to ensure smooth system integration; optimized website marketing content using SmartEdit; wrote and executed smoke and regression test scripts; managed test cycles in Jira; conducted SIT, UAT, and API testing for end-to-end validation; delivered regular stakeholder updates and defect management reports; enhanced test coverage through exploratory testing and edge-case defect discovery.
Senior QA Engineer at NBrown Group Plc
March 31, 2024 - October 14, 2025Delivered testing sprints and releases aligned with squad goals; defined and maintained test plans, balancing cost efficiency and risk; used Charles Proxy and Postman for API testing and service debugging; built and maintained a regression pack for smooth handovers; delivered major projects including Oxendales app and Native Checkout journeys; mentored junior testers to strengthen the mobile app QA team.
UAT Tester and Insight Executive at Awaze UK
March 31, 2020 - October 14, 2025Tested browser-based applications across Desktop, Mobile, and BrowserStack environments; documented test results and defects in JIRA; performed weekly regression tests across brands, devices, and browsers; analyzed customer feedback and prepared weekly analytical reports for management.
QA Tester at M&S
September 30, 2019 - October 14, 2025Prepared comprehensive test planning documents to guide QA processes; conducted performance and load testing using Mercury Quality Center; validated database integrity using SQL queries; executed usability and regression testing for seamless user experiences.
Test Analyst at RBS
August 31, 2018 - October 14, 2025Performed functional, system, integration, and UAT testing across various project phases; tested applications on multiple browsers and operating systems; conducted black-box testing to validate functional flows.
Junior Tester at Tesco
January 31, 2017 - October 14, 2025Created test cases based on functional requirements and test design specifications; conducted regression testing to address bugs from previous builds; collaborated with QA and Business Analyst teams to develop regression test suites.
Senior QA Engineer at Distrelec
December 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025Led a headless project migration, transitioning an old website to a new platform. Updated databases and monitored web endpoints to ensure smooth system integration. Optimized website marketing content using SmartEdit tools. Wrote and executed smoke and regression test scripts; managed test cycles in Jira. Conducted SIT, UAT, and API testing for end-to-end system validation. Delivered regular updates to stakeholders via project trackers and defect management reports. Enhanced test coverage through exploratory testing, discovering critical edge-case defects.
Senior QA Engineer at NBrown Group Plc
March 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025Delivered testing sprints, iterations, and project releases aligned with squad goals. Defined and maintained test plans, balancing cost efficiency and risk assessment. Used Charles Proxy and Postman for API testing and service debugging. Built and maintained a regression pack for smooth handovers to other teams. Delivered major projects, including launching the Oxendales app and Native Checkout journeys. Mentored junior testers, strengthening the mobile app QA team.
UAT Tester and Insight Executive at Awaze UK
March 1, 2020 - October 14, 2025Tested browser-based applications across Desktop, Mobile, and BrowserStack environments. Documented test results and defects in JIRA, following testing standards. Performed weekly regression tests across brands, devices, and browsers. Analyzed customer feedback and prepared weekly analytical reports for management.
QA Tester at M&S
September 1, 2019 - October 14, 2025Prepared comprehensive test planning documents to guide QA processes. Conducted performance and load testing using Mercury Quality Center. Validated database integrity using SQL queries. Executed usability and regression testing for seamless user experiences.
Test Analyst at RBS
August 1, 2018 - October 14, 2025Performed functional, system, integration, and UAT testing across various project phases. Tested applications on various browsers and operating systems. Conducted black-box testing to validate functional flows.
Junior Tester at Tesco
January 1, 2017 - October 14, 2025Created test cases based on functional requirements and test design specifications. Conducted regression testing on software addressing bugs from previous builds. Collaborated with QA and Business Analyst teams to develop regression test suites.
Senior QA Engineer at Distrelec
April 1, 2023 - PresentLeading a migration project by implementing a Headless Project, transitioning from the old site to a new one. Leveraging SAP marketing tools to update databases, monitor web endpoints, and ensure seamless system integration. Managing marketing and promotional content across websites using Smart Edit. Writing, maintaining, and executing manual test scripts for smoke and regression test packs, with test management through Jira. Conducting System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and API testing to ensure end-to-end system functionality. Defining and maintaining high-quality test scenarios and scripts based on design inputs, ensuring thorough coverage. Providing regular updates on testing progress through project trackers, ensuring transparency with stakeholders. Identifying, logging, and escalating system defects, project risks, and issues, ensuring timely resolutions. Communicating confidently with client stakeholders, third-party vendors, and internal teams to e
Senior QA Engineer at N Brown Group Plc
March 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025Worked in the app squad and CMS team, delivering testing across sprints/releases. Supported the squad with test plans, strategies, and estimation. Performed API testing using Charles Proxy and Postman. Promoted reuse of test assets and improved defect reporting. Conducted Firebase analytics tracking for crashlytics and user events. Created and maintained regression packs and mentored junior testers in the mobile app squad. Coordinated QA activities across multiple brands and deployments via Jenkins.
UAT Tester and Insight Executive at Awaze UK
March 1, 2020 - October 14, 2025Supported testing across browser-based applications on multiple platforms (e.g., BrowserStack). Used JIRA to document results and defects. Liaised with SMEs, BAs, and developers to resolve issues. Participated in weekly Poker Planning and UAT Scrum meetings. Conducted weekly regression testing across brands and managed Ecommerce Issues mailbox for ticketing and resolution.
QA Tester at M&S
September 1, 2019 - October 14, 2025Prepared test plans and executed positive and negative testing for system validation. Updated and re-tested test cases for regression. Performed performance and load testing using Mercury/Quality Center. Created test conditions and cases, identified defects, and coordinated with developers for resolution. Managed test status and contributed to usability and regression testing activities.
Test Analyst at R.B.S
August 1, 2018 - October 14, 2025Performed functional, system, integration, end-to-end and UAT testing across multiple builds. Executed regression testing, created and logged defects, tested across various browsers/OS, and maintained test artifacts in Mercury Quality Center. Led test process documentation and collaborated with project leads to understand requirements.
Junior Tester at Tesco
January 31, 2017 - October 14, 2025Prepared system and module-level test plans and acceptance criteria. Executed functional, regression, and acceptance testing. Updated test cases for changes, created and maintained defect reports, and participated in team QA activities.
Education
Master of International Management (Merit) at University of Bolton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016Bachelor of Computing Science at University of Bolton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012Masters in International Management (Merit) at University of Bolton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016BA in Computing Science at University of Bolton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012Masters in International Management (Merit) at University of Bolton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016BA in Computing Science at University of Bolton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012Masters in International Management (Merit) at University of Bolton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016BA in Computing Science at University of Bolton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012Masters in International Management (Merit) at University of Bolton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016BA in Computing Science at University of Bolton
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012Qualifications
Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC)
January 1, 2020 - October 14, 2025ISTQB Certified Professional
January 1, 2016 - October 14, 2025Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC)
January 1, 2020 - October 14, 2025ISTQB Certified Professional
January 1, 2016 - October 14, 2025Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC)
January 1, 2020 - October 14, 2025ISTQB Certified Professional
January 1, 2016 - October 14, 2025ISTQB Certified Professional
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010ISTQB Certified Professional
January 1, 2016 - October 14, 2025Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC)
January 1, 2020 - October 14, 2025Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010ISTQB Certified Professional
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC)
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Financial Services, Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment
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