I’m Kinnari Shah, a QA Engineer with 9+ years of experience delivering high-quality software in SaaS and enterprise environments hosted on AWS. I specialize in functional, regression, exploratory, integration, and API testing, and I design and maintain automation using Playwright, Selenium, and Python. I’ve led end-to-end QA strategy, built scalable automation frameworks, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure stable releases. I enjoy mentoring teammates, improving regression efficiency, and enabling faster feedback through data-driven testing. I’m passionate about building reliable systems and delivering quality products that users love.

Kinnari Shah

I’m Kinnari Shah, a QA Engineer with 9+ years of experience delivering high-quality software in SaaS and enterprise environments hosted on AWS. I specialize in functional, regression, exploratory, integration, and API testing, and I design and maintain automation using Playwright, Selenium, and Python. I’ve led end-to-end QA strategy, built scalable automation frameworks, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure stable releases. I enjoy mentoring teammates, improving regression efficiency, and enabling faster feedback through data-driven testing. I’m passionate about building reliable systems and delivering quality products that users love.

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I’m Kinnari Shah, a QA Engineer with 9+ years of experience delivering high-quality software in SaaS and enterprise environments hosted on AWS. I specialize in functional, regression, exploratory, integration, and API testing, and I design and maintain automation using Playwright, Selenium, and Python. I’ve led end-to-end QA strategy, built scalable automation frameworks, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure stable releases.

I enjoy mentoring teammates, improving regression efficiency, and enabling faster feedback through data-driven testing. I’m passionate about building reliable systems and delivering quality products that users love.

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Language

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Work Experience

Software Developer in Test at GE Vernova
March 1, 2020 - Present
Owned end-to-end QA strategy, planning, and release sign-off for enterprise grid applications across Agile sprints. Designed and executed detailed test cases; performed functional, regression, exploratory, and integration testing. Built and maintained a Python Playwright automation framework using POM, integrated with CI/CD, significantly increasing regression coverage. Developed hybrid automation (UI + API) using APIs for test data setup, reducing UI dependency and improving execution speed. Conducted API and integration testing using Postman, validating backend workflows and service reliability. Performed database validation (PostgreSQL) to ensure data consistency across UI and backend systems. Led defect lifecycle management using JIRA (Azure), including triaging, root cause analysis, and retesting. Executed end-to-end system testing across multiple environments, validating complex integrations. Participated in requirement analysis and acceptance criteria validation. Investigated pr
Software Tester at Veriday
October 1, 2018 - February 29, 2020
Analyzed business requirements and created comprehensive test scenarios and test cases for functional and regression testing. Performed manual and automated testing across web and mobile platforms, including cross-browser and compatibility testing. Developed and maintained Selenium WebDriver automation scripts, contributing to framework enhancements and version control using Bitbucket. Executed system, regression, integration, and GUI testing to ensure stable releases. Logged, tracked, and retested defects using JIRA, collaborating closely with developers and product stakeholders.
Software Tester and Automation Developer at InGenius
January 1, 2018 - October 31, 2018
Developed and executed manual and automated test cases for CRM and telephony integrations (Salesforce, ServiceNow, Microsoft). Built and maintained Selenium WebDriver automation frameworks using C#, supporting cross-browser testing. Performed API and backend validation to ensure system reliability and data accuracy. Collaborated closely with product owners and engineering teams in Agile environments. Led feature demos and supported release validation efforts.
Software Tester at Pulse Service
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Executed manual and automated test cases to validate functional and system requirements. Developed test scripts in Java using JUnit. Reviewed system specifications to ensure adequate test coverage. Logged and tracked defects in JIRA, collaborating with development teams for resolution.
Jr. Software Tester at Computer Obsessions
December 1, 2013 - February 28, 2015
Supported test execution and maintenance of test cases for new features. Analyzed defects and participated in regular defect review meetings. Collaborated with analysts and developers to understand requirements and expected behavior.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Networking and Technician Support at Seneca College
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2016
Bachelor of Engineering in Information Technology at Gujarat Technological University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2014

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics