I am a passionate Lead QA Engineer with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. My journey has taken me through various top-tier companies like Apple and Google, where I've sharpened my skills in delivering high-quality software. I believe in the power of teamwork and innovation, and I'm always excited to explore new technologies that enhance product quality and efficiency. My goal is to lead teams to greatness while ensuring that we meet the highest standards of quality.

Mallika Annam

I am a passionate Lead QA Engineer with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. My journey has taken me through various top-tier companies like Apple and Google, where I've sharpened my skills in delivering high-quality software. I believe in the power of teamwork and innovation, and I'm always excited to explore new technologies that enhance product quality and efficiency. My goal is to lead teams to greatness while ensuring that we meet the highest standards of quality.

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I am a passionate Lead QA Engineer with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. My journey has taken me through various top-tier companies like Apple and Google, where I’ve sharpened my skills in delivering high-quality software. I believe in the power of teamwork and innovation, and I’m always excited to explore new technologies that enhance product quality and efficiency. My goal is to lead teams to greatness while ensuring that we meet the highest standards of quality.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Work Experience

Lead QA Engineer at 116 Ideas, Inc.
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led QA efforts for rapidly evolving web and mobile applications, integrating AI-based workflows. Designed and executed comprehensive test strategies, ensuring high quality within fast-paced release cycles, while developing implementary testing strategies supporting 2 releases per week across multiple platforms.
Lead QA Engineer (Consultant) at Google
September 1, 2021 - March 1, 2024
Directed multidisciplinary QA projects for Google Payments, managing a global team of 6 QA members. Launched 7 new features in a single year at peak cadence, enhancing product reliability and quality while streamlining communication across teams.
Lead QA Engineer (Consultant) at Google
September 1, 2013 - August 1, 2021
Managed end-to-end QA for Google Store product lines, leading migration of 25 countries from Google Play. Certified 200+ server builds annually, ensuring continuous release readiness while directing QA for 10-15 major feature launches.
QA Engineer (Consultant) at Teleca
March 1, 2010 - November 1, 2010
Developed comprehensive test plans for a complex Mac-based client/server utility and executed testing for multiple builds weekly across iOS devices and iMac browsers.
QA Engineer (Consultant) at Apple, Inc.
February 1, 2009 - February 1, 2010
Managed integration workflow for Final Cut Studio across components, validating builds and filing bugs, collaborating closely with development teams.
QA Engineer (Intern) at Apple, Inc.
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Authored and executed daily test cases for macOS installation processes and core applications while collaborating with QA and Dev team members.

Education

Associate in Science at Foothill College
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Certificate in Software Quality Assurance at Stanford Advanced Technologies Institute
January 1, 2009 - May 1, 2009
Diploma in Computer Engineering at SMT. T.K.R. Polytechnic for Women
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Certificate in Software Quality Assurance
January 1, 2009 - May 1, 2009

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet

Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate

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