Years of profession
KARTHIK N K
Software Quality Assurance Engineer
Bengaluru,Karnataka
Summary
Detail-oriented Software Quality Assurance Engineer with nearly 3 years of experience in manual, API, POS, and Android application testing. Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), complemented by hands-on expertise in functional, integration, and regression testing. Proficient in defect tracking using JIRA, demonstrating a commitment to meticulous quality assurance practices. Thrives in Agile/Scrum environments, consistently enhancing product quality and minimizing defect leakage through strategic testing methodologies.
Overview
3
3
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Software Quality Assurance Engineer
Evolute FinTech Innovation Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru
08.2023 - Current
- Performed functional, integration, and regression testing on POS devices, Android applications, printers, and sound boxes.
- Validated EMV card, UPI, and end-to-end payment transaction workflows across multiple environments.
- Executed API testing using the Postman tool and validated real-time communication using the MQTTX application.
- Managed the complete defect lifecycle using JIRA, tracking over 120 defects, and improving release quality by 25%.
- Reduced regression defects by 30% through effective collaboration with development teams.
- Actively participated in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Collaborated with developers to ensure timely resolution of identified issues, enhancing overall product performance.
- Improved software quality by designing and implementing comprehensive test plans, identifying bugs, and suggesting improvements.
- Mentored junior QA engineers, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
Software Development Intern
Evolute FinTech Innovation Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Developed a Flutter-based Android application as part of an internal project.
- Used ADB commands to connect physical devices, install APKs, and debug applications.
- Performed functional and regression testing before production handover.
- Collaborated closely with QA and development teams to ensure application stability.
- 3 Months Internship
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - VTU
CMR Institute of Technology
Bengaluru. 08.2016 - 09.2020
PUC - PCMB
Sir M V PU College
Davangere 06.2014 - 05.2016
SSLC - ICSE
Shri Siddhivinayak Residential School
Kundapura 05.2013 - 05.2014
Skills
Manual testing
Postman tool
Mobile testing
Selenium(Basics)
SQL(Basics)
Java
MQTTX Application
GenAI and AI agents
SDLC, STLC
Agile best practices and Jira
Web and mobile application QA
Android Testing
Flutter Basics
Regression testing
Product testing
Functional testing
CERTIFICATIONS & AWARDS
Java Full Stack & Software Testing – TAP Academy., Team Impact Award., Star Player of the Month.
Timeline
Software Quality Assurance Engineer
Evolute FinTech Innovation Pvt. Ltd.
08.2023 - Current
Software Development Intern
Evolute FinTech Innovation Pvt. Ltd.
03.2023 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Engineering - VTU
CMR Institute of Technology
08.2016 - 09.2020
PUC - PCMB
Sir M V PU College
06.2014 - 05.2016
SSLC - ICSE
Shri Siddhivinayak Residential School
05.2013 - 05.2014