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I am Prativa Shrestha, a dedicated Software Quality Assurance Engineer with extensive experience leading QA in healthcare and professional services. I specialize in building robust testing strategies, implementing automation where possible, and ensuring software quality aligns with user needs.
I thrive in collaborative environments, continuously improving processes and mentoring teams to deliver reliable, high-quality products. Outside work, I stay involved with the Waikato community through volunteering and group activities.
Experience Level
Language
English
Advanced
Work Experience
Quality Assurance Specialist at Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora-Waikato
January 1, 2020 - October 1, 2024Led specialist test services, ensuring QA across multiple healthcare software projects. Developed test strategies, oversaw manual and automated testing, tracked defects, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality and patient safety.
Quality Assurance Specialist at The Innovia Group
March 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017Contributed to innovative solutions; performed QA testing, created test cases, reported defects, and collaborated with development teams to improve product quality.
Senior Quality Analyst at Asteroid Venture Pvt. Ltd.
November 1, 2015 - December 1, 2016Collaborated with Tzunami Inc. as a research and development partner; led QA processes, test design, and validation activities to support data migration solutions.
Senior Software QA Engineer at Deerwalk Services Pvt. Ltd.
November 1, 2011 - December 1, 2014Led QA activities, ensured software quality, mentored testers, and collaborated with development teams to deliver reliable software solutions.
Business Analyst at Deerwalk Services Pvt. Ltd.
January 1, 2015 - August 1, 2015Analyzed business requirements, liaised with stakeholders, and contributed to documentation and quality-focused solution improvements.
Business Analyst at Pioneer Solutions Nepal Pvt. Ltd.
August 1, 2007 - November 1, 2011Analyzed business needs, supported software quality improvements, and facilitated communication between stakeholders and development teams.
Scout Adult Helper at Waikato Scout Hillcrest Group and Waikato Gang Show
June 1, 2024 - PresentOccasionally contribute to group activities and support the Group Committee; participate in rehearsals, assist executive, wardrobe, and security teams.
Volunteer at Waikato Volunteering (Christmas Gift Wrapper)
December 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Wrapped gifts and collected donations; provided customer service.
Education
Graduate Diploma in Applied Information Technology at Waikato Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019Master’s in Business Studies (M.B.S.) at Shanker Dev Campus
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006Bachelors in Business Studies (B.B.S.) at Namuna Machhindra Campus
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003Practical Approach to Industrial Data Analysis in MS Power BI Training at Power BI and SQL Training Provider, Hamilton, NZ
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025SAFe for Teams Course at Scaled Agile Inc
January 1, 2022 - May 8, 2026Qualifications
SAFe for Teams Course
January 1, 2022 - May 8, 2026Power BI & SQL Training
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025Industry Experience
Healthcare, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education, Other
Experience Level
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