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Raziya khatoon

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Dynamic QA Test Lead with 9+ years of experience in banking and payment systems.

United Arab Emirates

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role in banking or financial services, focusing on payment systems and leveraging Agile methodologies to drive quality assurance excellence.

As a seasoned QA Test Lead with over nine years of experience, I specialize in the banking and financial services industry, focusing on payment systems and core banking applications. My expertise lies in leading cross-functional QA teams to ensure timely project delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.

I have successfully led QA efforts for high-profile projects such as the National Payment Systems Strategy (NPSS) in the UAE, transforming payment infrastructure for enhanced efficiency and security. My proficiency in both manual and automated testing methodologies has enabled me to deliver high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.

I am passionate about fostering a culture of continuous improvement, mentoring junior team members, and refining testing processes to achieve strategic objectives. My achievements include a 20-30% increase in testing efficiency and a decrease in defect rates, earning me the CTO Choice Award for the NPSS project.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

QA Test Lead

Cognizant Technology Solutions

Jun 2015 - Nov 2024 (9 years 5 months)

Dynamic QA Test Lead with over 9 years of experience in the Banking and Financial Services Industry, specializing in payments systems and core banking applications. Led QA efforts, ensuring timely project delivery and stakeholder satisfaction while achieving significant increases in testing efficiency.

Agile Methodologies Test Management Automation Testing Manual Testing Regulatory Compliance Stakeholder Management Team Leadership

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Savitri Bai Phule Pune University

Master of Computer Science, Computer Science

2015 - 2018

Completed a Master of Computer Science, focusing on advanced topics in software development and testing methodologies, which provided a strong foundation for a career in quality assurance and software testing.

Savitri Bai Phule Pune University

Bachelor of Computer Science, Computer Science

2011 - 2015

Earned a Bachelor of Computer Science, gaining essential knowledge in programming, algorithms, and software engineering principles, which laid the groundwork for a successful career in software quality assurance.