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I am Hamza Hanif, a Quality Assurance Engineer with over a decade of experience delivering robust QA for AI-powered platforms, fintech, and consumer apps. Based in Lahore, I collaborate with remote teams across UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and beyond to ensure end-to-end quality—web, mobile, and back-end systems—through thorough testing and strong QA processes.
I specialize in AI model validation, NLP, speech recognition, and cross-platform testing, and I have a track record of improving release quality and uptime by implementing automation and proactive monitoring. I enjoy mentoring teams and partnering with product and engineering to ship reliable software.
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Quality Assurance Lead at Stella Stays
October 1, 2024 - PresentLed end-to-end QA for a UAE-based PropTech hospitality startup. Validated guest lifecycle across redesigned web, mobile, and back-end platforms, including property search, availability, dynamic pricing, reservations, and OTA integrations (Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia). Executed functional, regression, and exploratory testing for AI-powered features and cross-platform apps, coordinating with engineering to ensure timely releases and 24/7 system readiness.
Quality Assurance Lead at OCTA – AR Solutions
August 1, 2024 - February 1, 2026Founding team member delivering end-to-end QA for AI-powered finance automation. Validated invoice processing, loans, and BNPL workflows across reporting modules. Tested integrations with QuickBooks, Zoho, and Xero; established QA processes within the SDLC and maintained production monitoring to proactively resolve critical issues.
Quality Assurance Lead at Mosaik
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Led QA for property management solutions and real estate applications. Developed detailed test plans for web and mobile, executed end-to-end testing (functionality, usability, API integration, performance), and collaborated with development to ensure a seamless user experience. Implemented automation strategies to streamline regression testing and improve release velocity.
Founder / CEO at weRQA
November 1, 2024 - PresentFounded a QA services company delivering end-to-end software testing for web and mobile apps. Managed a team of QA engineers, mentored staff, and partnered with startups and enterprises to implement scalable QA strategies and release-quality frameworks. Led client acquisition and ensured delivery excellence.
Senior QA Engineer at W1TTY
May 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Managed testing for beneficiaries management, money transfers, and bill payments. Verified UK, UKNR, and EU user flows; performed extensive API, back-end, and GUI testing to ensure robust and reliable banking solutions. Oversaw the SumSub portal for identity verification and supported cross-region testing.
Senior QA Engineer at Retailo Technologies
November 1, 2021 - April 1, 2023Led QA for B2B e-commerce and Q-commerce apps. Directed a team of 4–5, executing API, database, GUI, core functionality, regression, and sanity testing. Performed end-to-end testing of mobile apps and web portals; validated BNPL, EasyPaisa, and other payments integrations; ensured 24/7 system uptime.
Senior QA Engineer at Jeeny
February 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021Managed testing for ride-hailing and delivery platforms across mobile and web. Conducted API, database, GUI, and regression testing with emphasis on driver/passenger modules, delivery logistics, and Google Maps integration. Included FinTech integrations such as Apple Pay and HyperPay; ensured quality across the ride/order lifecycle.
Senior QA Engineer at Slashnext
February 1, 2020 - February 1, 2021Back-end QA across websites, portals, browser extensions, and mobile apps. Collaborated with back-end teams to maintain 24/7 uptime and performance. Conducted testing of web Admin portals and implemented malware/phishing prevention testing using databases (MongoDB, SQL) and APIs on Linux.
Senior QA Engineer at Careem (Uber)
October 1, 2016 - July 1, 2019Contract-tested Careem’s web and mobile platforms, including CareemNOW, public web apps, signed-in portals, delivery services portals, and WordPress blogs. Ensured reliability across the MEN A region by validating passenger and driver experiences and coordinating cross-team QA efforts.
Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at i2c Inc
July 1, 2019 - February 1, 2020Delivered QA for a Silicon Valley–based fintech platform handling card issuance, digital banking, and payment processing across 200+ countries. Tested card enrollment, virtual cards, tokenization, wallet provisioning, issuer processing, and AML risk controls; performed API, GUI, and regression testing for multi-currency transactions.
Software QA Engineer at GenITeam
November 1, 2015 - October 1, 2016Conducted comprehensive game testing across Android, iOS, and Kindle platforms, evaluating UI/UX, gameplay, and monetization. Executed cross-device testing and reported crashes to optimize performance and user experience.
Founder / CEO at The Games Garage
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Launched and operated a mobile gaming startup, delivering multiple games on major app marketplaces. Led product development, publishing, and business operations, culminating in a strategic exit by selling the game portfolio.
Co-Founder at Studio 9to6
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019Co-founded a tech services studio delivering websites, mobile apps, and games. Managed a portfolio of projects, including multiple games and tech solutions, and oversaw budget and partnerships until the venture exited due to financial constraints.
Education
MSc Computer Science at Punjab University College of Information Technology
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015Qualifications
Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Financial Services, Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
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