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Sharad Khairnar

Ahmedabad

Summary

Senior QA Engineer with 7+ years of proven experience in Manual and API Testing, delivering high-quality web and mobile applications across E-commerce, CRM, and enterprise domains. Strong expertise in requirement analysis, test planning, test case design, test execution, defect management, and UAT coordination.

Experienced in leading QA activities and mentoring junior QA engineers, providing guidance on testing methodologies, best practices, and defect lifecycle management to enhance team productivity and quality standards. Adept at collaborating with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to identify risks early, ensure complete test coverage, and deliver stable, business-ready software within timelines.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Self-Employed

Freelance QA Engineer
11.2025 - Current
  • Delivered end-to-end manual testing for web and mobile applications
  • Analyzed requirements and prepared test scenarios, test cases, and test data
  • Performed functional, regression, smoke, and UAT testing
  • Logged, tracked, and verified defects using standard defect-management tools
  • Collaborated remotely with developers, product owners, and stakeholders
  • Ensured stable releases through continuous quality validation
  • Adapted quickly to client processes, timelines, and remote work environments
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Senior QA Engineer

Solution Analysts Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - 10.2025
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve defects in the development lifecycle.
  • Mentored junior QA engineers, providing guidance on testing methodologies and best practices.
  • Conducted root cause analysis for defects, driving continuous improvement in testing processes.
  • Established performance benchmarks, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client requirements.
  • Facilitated regular QA meetings to review findings, promote knowledge sharing, and align project goals.
  • Ensured high-quality user experiences by evaluating usability, compatibility, accessibility, and performance across multiple platforms and devices.
  • Strengthened collaboration between QA, development, and product management teams through effective communication strategies.
  • Resolved customer inquiries efficiently through multiple communication channels, enhancing overall satisfaction.

Test Engineer

Techtic Solution Inc.
11.2019 - 12.2022
  • Conducted comprehensive manual testing for e-commerce projects, including GoldTeeth USA and Valyou Furniture.
  • Executed manual testing on WordPress, Magento, and Shopify platforms to validate functionality.
  • Implemented diverse testing methodologies, including functional, regression, and UI/UX testing.
  • Tested usability, accessibility, and responsive design for various e-commerce applications.
  • Identified and documented bugs through detailed manual and automated testing processes.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive test plans to ensure software quality and functionality.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify, document, and resolve defects efficiently.
  • Analyzed test results to identify patterns, driving continuous improvement in software quality.

Software QA Tester

Variance Infotech Pvt Ltd
11.2016 - 11.2019
  • Executed manual testing on CRM applications across web and mobile platforms.
  • Developed comprehensive test plans, scenarios, and cases for quality assurance.
  • Conducted cross-browser and device testing using BrowserStack for CRM/ERP products.
  • Tested dedicated ASP.NET CRM projects to meet specific client requirements.
  • Facilitated stakeholder communication for prompt issue resolution.
  • Trained new team members in QA methodologies and tools to enhance team capabilities
  • Collaborated closely with developers during defect fixing phase resulting in quicker resolutions.

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Junior QA Engineer

Magneto IT Solution Pvt Ltd
11.2015 - 11.2016
  • Conducted comprehensive functional testing of core e-commerce features, ensuring optimal performance of product listings and checkout processes.
  • Performed integration testing on third-party services, confirming seamless functionality for PayPal and Stripe.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive test plans to ensure software quality and reliability.
  • Advanced departmental knowledge-sharing by training new QA Engineers on company-specific testing methodologies and tools.
  • Tested localization compatibility across multilingual pages for Magento projects to enhance user experience.
  • Executed UI/UX testing across devices and browsers to guarantee responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.

QA Trainee

Unicode Technologies
08.2015 - 10.2015
  • Acquired comprehensive training in manual testing and automation testing methodologies as a Certified QA Engineer at Unicode Technologies, ensuring the quality and performance of various software applications.
  • Conducted thorough software testing to identify defects and ensure quality standards.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Information Technology

Universal College of Engineering
Ahmedabad
07-2015

Diploma Engineering - Information Technology

Government Polytechnic Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad
07-2012

Skills

  • Manual testing
  • API testing (Postman)
  • Performance Testing
  • Regression testing
  • Functional testing
  • Test planning
  • Test case design
  • Bug reporting
  • Web & Mobile testing
  • Exploratory testing
  • User acceptance testing
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Agile methodologies
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Decision-making
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Agile methodologies
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Decision-making
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent communication
  • Calm under pressure

Certification

Master Software Testing, Jira, and Agile on Live App: Be a Team Lead.

Timeline

Self-Employed

Freelance QA Engineer
11.2025 - Current

Senior QA Engineer

Solution Analysts Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - 10.2025

Test Engineer

Techtic Solution Inc.
11.2019 - 12.2022

Software QA Tester

Variance Infotech Pvt Ltd
11.2016 - 11.2019

Junior QA Engineer

Magneto IT Solution Pvt Ltd
11.2015 - 11.2016

QA Trainee

Unicode Technologies
08.2015 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Information Technology

Universal College of Engineering

Diploma Engineering - Information Technology

Government Polytechnic Ahmedabad
Sharad Khairnar