JOY UBARU
Software QA Engineer
Highly experienced Quality Assurance Engineer with a proven track record of creating
robust test plans, designing effective test strategies, and generating comprehensive test
reports. Possesses in-depth knowledge of all Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
testing phases, from smoke testing to User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and beyond.
Skilled in a wide range of testing methodologies, including functional and non-functional
testing for web and mobile applications, automated Web/API/Mobile testing, integration
testing, regression testing, UI and backend testing, and performance testing. Brings a
meticulous approach with a keen eye for detail, consistently identifying and tracking
defects to ensure the delivery of high-quality applications. Committed to continuous
learning and professional growth, with a passion for collaborating with technical teams on
impactful projects.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Software QA Engineer
Moniepoint Inc
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Improve backend testing by implementing database testing, payload testing
(JSON format), and writing/executing over 100 SQL queries and stored
procedures. This, combined with Cypress automation, contributes to 95%
non-defective APIs.
Lead the development and maintenance of automated test scripts for various
platforms (web and API), achieving an 80% automation rate using Cypress.
Champion efficient test execution, planning and running test cycles across
diverse environments (development, staging, beta, and production) to maintain
at least 95% accuracy.
Cultivate a collaborative environment by actively participating in daily standups,
weekly reviews, sprint retrospectives, deep dives, and status meetings.
Leverage expertise in test management tools (Qmetry) and defect tracking
systems (Jira) to achieve 95% test coverage.
Ensure adherence to product requirements by working closely with developers,
product managers, and enterprise architects, resulting in a 90% reduction in
average response time.
Spearheaded the QA testing process for a new personal banking app,
collaborating with other teams and ensuring seamless integration with existing
features. This resulted in increased user engagement and transaction volume,
ultimately boosting company profits.
Tested a key feature that incentivized business owners to invite transacting
customers, leading to a significant increase in active users, transaction volume,
and company revenue.
Increased efficiency and reduced costs by advocating for changes in company
procedures; the company now processes over 500 million naira in daily
transaction volume.
Achieved a 90% bugless project during a critical beta-testing phase, earning
recognition for ingenuity and resilience from product development managers.
Software QA Engineer
Tribl, Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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June 2022 – Present
June 2021 – June 2022
Led the creation of comprehensive test plans encompassing over 500 test cases
meticulously aligned with software specifications and requirements across
various testing phases. This rigorous approach ensured exceptional product
quality.
Championed the development of a holistic test strategy and all project
deliverables for the application. This strategy served as the roadmap for
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achieving exceptional software quality.
Conducted thorough risk analysis and documented the findings in a clear and actionable format. Additionally,
meticulously tracked test progress and results, providing valuable insights throughout the development lifecycle.
Executed a comprehensive test suite exceeding 500 test cases, demonstrating a proactive approach to identifying
and isolating over 150 bugs. This resulted in a significant reduction in post-release defects.
Prioritized and effectively reassigned bugs to appropriate developers through collaborative weekly review meetings
with the development team and product manager. This facilitated efficient bug resolution and ensured timely
delivery.
Maintained open communication channels with the product manager, proactively providing project status updates
and risk assessments prior to product release. This transparency fostered a collaborative environment and
mitigated potential release issues.
Software QA Engineer
Decagon
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Analyzed and reviewed over 100 requirements, specifications, and technical design documents, providing timely
and insightful feedback that contributed to comprehensive test plan development.
Led the creation of over 100 detailed, comprehensive, and effective test plans, encompassing over 1000 robust
test cases tailored to diverse functionalities and scenarios.
Executed a comprehensive testing strategy, utilizing both manual and automated testing (Selenium) for integration,
regression, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phases.
Demonstrated expertise in mobile testing, having rigorously evaluated over 10 mobile applications across Android
and iOS platforms.
Performed a full spectrum of testing, including functional, integration, and regression testing, to ensure software
quality. This included configuring test environments, meticulously arranging test data, and effectively mocking up
existing data to simulate realistic test conditions, achieving a remarkable 90% positive test outcome.
Software QA Engineer
Okra Technologies
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May 2020 – June 2022
Sept 2021 – Dec 2021
Led the creation of over 70 comprehensive test plans and test cases, ensuring thorough coverage of application
functionality across all testing phases.
Designed, developed, and executed a robust suite of over 70 manual and Cypress-automated tests for daily
regression testing, streamlining test execution and improving efficiency.
Demonstrated expertise in multi-platform testing, conducting rigorous testing on both web applications and Android
mobile platforms.
Identified and documented over 50 software defects using a bug tracking system. Effectively communicated defect
details regarding program functionality and content to developers, facilitating timely resolution.
Actively participated in weekly QA meetings, contributing to discussions on test breakdown, blocker resolution, and
the status of assigned tasks.
EDUCATION
University of Jos
Bachelor of science
Physics
OTHER
Certified Software Quality Assurance Engineer
