Dhanuja B.D.
Software Quality Assurance Engineer | Android Developer
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About
Software Quality Assurance Engineer with a unique blend of 4+ years of Android development and extensive testing expertise. Leveraging a recent career transition and a focused career break for upskilling, I am proficient in manual and automation testing, including Selenium, JIRA, and Cucumber, with a strong focus on UI/UX, API, and functional testing. Eager to apply my deep technical understanding of the software development lifecycle to deliver robust, high-quality applications and enhance user experience.
Work Experience
Software Quality Assurance Engineer
Certification Projects
Jan 2024 - Jun 2024
Bengaluru, Karnataka, IN
Applied comprehensive manual and automation testing skills to various certification projects, ensuring robust software functionality and performance.
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Designed and executed 100+ manual and automated test cases using Selenium frameworks, ensuring robust software functionality and comprehensive test coverage.
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Conducted extensive UI/UX validation and regression testing, identifying critical issues and improving user experience across multiple platforms.
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Performed thorough REST API validation, ensuring smooth data transmission and synchronization for critical system integrations.
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Utilized defect tracking and reporting tools like JIRA to efficiently manage and resolve identified software issues, reducing bug resolution time by 15%.
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Implemented scalable test automation frameworks (Selenium, TestNG, Cucumber) for a travel platform, achieving improved test efficiency and faster release cycles.
Senior Android Developer
Carmatec IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd
Feb 2019 - Dec 2019
Bengaluru, Karnataka, IN
Led Android application development at Carmatec IT Solutions, focusing on UI/UX compatibility, API integration, and performance optimization for a key educational app.
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Designed and implemented UI screens compatible across all Android devices, enhancing user experience for the 40K+ user base of the Master and Student App.
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Collaborated with UI/UX teams to revamp the user interface, improving app usability and visual appeal by 20%.
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Integrated new APIs and optimized app performance, contributing to a 10% reduction in load times and a smoother user experience.
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Provided critical code reviews and debugging for complex sync issues, significantly enhancing application stability and reliability.
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Communicated effectively with cross-functional teams (QA, backend, product managers) to ensure seamless project delivery and alignment with business goals.
Android Developer
Activ Doctors Online India Pvt. Ltd
Jun 2017 - Jan 2019
Bengaluru, Karnataka, IN
Developed user-friendly Android applications for Activ Doctors Online, focusing on UI optimization, third-party library integration, and performance enhancements.
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Developed user-friendly UI compatible with various screen sizes, enhancing accessibility and visual appeal across Activ Doctors App.
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Integrated diverse third-party libraries, expanding app functionalities and optimizing layouts for different screen orientations.
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Executed performance optimization and bug fixes, significantly improving app efficiency by 15% and enhancing user satisfaction.
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Managed data parsing using JSON and maintained clear documentation for code and APIs, ensuring system integrity and future scalability.
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Stayed updated on Android platform changes and Google Play policies, ensuring app compliance and proactive adaptation to new standards.
Junior Android Developer
Nanite Solutions
Sep 2015 - Mar 2017
Bengaluru, Karnataka, IN
Contributed to end-to-end mobile application development at Nanite Solutions, specializing in UI screen implementation, backend integration, and performance optimization.
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Developed UI Screens and implemented RecyclerView & Searchbar controllers for Annlite and Dish’em App, enhancing user navigation and data display.
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Led end-to-end development of mobile applications, including prototyping and deployment, ensuring comprehensive project lifecycle management.
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Built robust RESTful services using PHP & MySQL for seamless backend integration, facilitating efficient data exchange.
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Conducted thorough software testing and debugging, optimizing app performance and ensuring high-quality releases.
Education
Electronics & Communication
KIT Tiptur
Aug 2011
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May 2015
Tiptur, Karnataka, IN
Pre-University Course
Sujala Pre-University College
Jun 2009
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Mar 2011
Hassan, Karnataka, IN
Secondary Education
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Jun 2008
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Mar 2009
Hassan, Karnataka, IN
Volunteer
Program Participant / Volunteer
RestartHer Academy, HerKey Communities
Jan 2024 - Jun 2024
Bengaluru, Karnataka, IN
Actively participated in a career reintegration program, focusing on enhancing professional readiness and networking skills.
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Completed a career reintegration program focused on interview readiness, professional networking, and leadership development.
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Engaged in training sessions covering resume building, interview preparation, and workplace confidence, preparing for re-entry into the tech industry.
Certificates
Software Testing Certification
Not Specified
Mar 2024
Automation Testing Internship
Nucot Technologies
Jan 2024
Projects
Android application developed to enhance usability and performance for educational content, utilized by over 40,000 students.
Mobile application focused on healthcare services, developed to enhance user experience and accessibility for medical consultations.
Mobile application focused on pet care, designed with intuitive interfaces and robust testing to support pet owners.
Travel booking mobile application designed with secure API integration for flight and hotel reservations.
Languages
English
, Hindi
, Kannada
Skills
Software Testing
- Manual Testing
- Automation Testing
- Smoke Testing
- Regression Testing
- Functional Testing
- Performance Testing
- Test Case Design
- Bug Tracking
- Defect Reporting
- Test Execution Strategies
- UI/UX Testing
- API Testing
- Mobile Testing
- Responsive Testing
- Compatibility Testing
- Usability Testing
Testing Tools & Frameworks
- Selenium WebDriver
- JIRA
- Postman
- Cucumber
- TestNG
- Junit
- Data-Driven Testing
- Page Object Model (POM)
- Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)
Programming Languages & Development
- Java
- Kotlin
- REST APIs
- PHP
- MySQL
- Android Development
- UI Optimization
IDEs & Version Control
- Eclipse
- IntelliJ IDEA
- Git
- Google Play Store
Methodologies & QA
- Agile Methodologies
- SDLC
- STLC
- Debugging
- Defect Tracking
- Bug Reporting