Ashwini Koshti
@ashwinikoshti
Skilled QA Lead with 12 years of experience in testing.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven QA Lead with over 12 years of experience in manual and automation testing for web-based applications. I have a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, owning test strategies, and ensuring high-quality releases in both Agile and Waterfall environments. My expertise lies in designing test strategies, test plans, and coordinating end-to-end testing activities.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed testing efforts for large-scale projects, demonstrating proficiency in functional, non-functional, cross-browser, mobile, API, performance, and database testing. I am well-versed in using industry-standard tools like JIRA, TestRail, Postman, and BrowserStack. My strong communication skills have enabled me to collaborate effectively with clients and team members, ensuring clarity and alignment on project goals.
I am dedicated to promoting productivity, accountability, and high morale within my teams. My ability to quickly adapt to changing environments and my commitment to maintaining high standards have consistently contributed to the successful delivery of quality software products.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
QA Lead
Brightspot CMS – Content Management Platform
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Involved in end-to-end testing of CMS features including content creation, publishing workflows, user management, and permissions. Verified role-based access control (RBAC) and validated integrations with APIs using Postman.
QA Engineer
Kroger
Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 6 months)
Responsible for testing the LRD RMA Request Website, which automates the process of submitting defective devices and generating FedEx shipping labels. Wrote and executed test plans, logged defects in Jira, and performed regression and smoke tests for releases.
QA Engineer
Mission Data/Sazerac
Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 6 months)
Responsible for testing the SBS module, which handled distillery deliveries, and the UMS (User Management System) module for employee/manager data. Thoroughly tested the desktop application on QA and higher test environments.
QA Lead
Zillow
Jan 2013 - Present (12 years 6 months)
Executed comprehensive testing of all mobile web features across real devices and emulators to ensure cross-platform compatibility and responsiveness. Led test suite sign-offs for multiple releases of Zillow’s Traffic and Advertisement features, along with comprehensive testing of the Encompass application for Emtec and Kelly.
QA Engineer
Kelly
Tested the entire job search application on desktop web and mobile devices for different user roles. Provided regression and smoke test passes for releases.
QA Lead
Link Logistics – Supply Chain Real Estate Platform
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)
Designed and executed end-to-end test plans for multiple modules including property listing, leasing workflows, and document management. Developed and maintained automated test cases using Playwright CI/CD, BDD, for regression suites.
QA Engineer
RentBase
Wrote and executed test cases for the Rentbase application, which connects renters with agents and landlords. Tested the entire application thoroughly on browsers with multiple screen resolutions, both locally and on test environments.
QA Engineer
Emtec
Tested the eCompass application functionality thoroughly on actual devices. Ensured the application was accessible as per user roles and allowed submission of reviews and details.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MIT Alandi Pune University
Bachelor of Engineering, Engineering
Grade: First Grade
Completed a Bachelor of Engineering degree at MIT Alandi Pune University, achieving a First Grade. The curriculum provided a strong foundation in engineering principles.
SEED Infotech
Certification, Software Testing
Obtained the ISTQB Foundation Level certification from SEED Infotech in 2013, demonstrating foundational knowledge in software testing principles and practices.
SEED Infotech
Diploma, Software Testing
Completed a Diploma in Software Testing from SEED Infotech in 2013, gaining practical skills and theoretical knowledge in various aspects of software quality assurance.
UIPath
Certification, Robotic Process Automation
Earned UIPath RPA Certification, validating expertise in Robotic Process Automation using the UIPath platform.
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Software and tools used professionally
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