Safiyyah Najwa
Test Engineer
Kuala Lumpur,Cheras
Summary
Skilled QA professional with expertise in Agile methodologies and team collaboration, driving software quality improvements across development teams. Adept at identifying defects pre-release and mentoring junior QA analysts to enhance testing efficiency. Experienced in test planning and problem-solving, contributing to process improvements and better defect management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Test Engineer
AHAM Asset Management Berhad
08.2022 - 03.2025
- Identified critical bugs and worked closely with developers to ensure timely resolution, resulting in a more stable product.
- Wrote and optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing with consistent, thorough approaches.
- Developed and maintained detailed documentation of test plans, cases, and results, facilitating knowledge transfer and regulatory compliance.
- Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
- Evaluated function, performance and design compliance of every product against design standards and customer needs.
- Incorporated delivery requirements into planning of testing schedules.
- Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team.
- Negotiated with stakeholders to define acceptance criteria, ensuring tests aligned with business expectations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during end-to-end testing phases, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Participated in post-release reviews to analyze lessons learned from completed projects, driving process improvements for future endeavors.
- Reviewed requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify system requirements and develop effective test strategies.
- Collaborated with team members to complete audits within established deadlines, maintaining a consistent level of professionalism throughout the process.
- Maintained open lines of communication with both clients and team members to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks and resolution of any concerns that arose during audits.
- Assisted in the preparation of high-quality audit workpapers, maintaining attention to detail and organization throughout each engagement.
- Developed a keen understanding of client-specific processes and systems through diligent review of documentation and inquiry with relevant personnel.
- Conducted audits in accordance with established standards, ensuring thoroughness and reliability of audit outcomes.
- Ensured meticulous documentation of audit procedures and findings, aiding in transparency and accountability.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Product & QA Analyst Lead
Vimigo Technologies
Kuala Lumpur
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features and bug fixes.
- Improved software quality by executing thorough test plans and identifying defects before release.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering growth and enhancing team performance.
- Contributed to the establishment of performance benchmarks, tracking QA metrics over multiple development cycles.
- Expanded team knowledge base, mentoring junior QA analysts on best practices and industry standards.
- Maintained robust documentation of test results, providing valuable insights for future development efforts.
- Managed defect reporting process, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders regarding issue status and resolution timelines.
- Facilitated effective communication between developers and testers, fostering collaboration in resolving issues quickly.
- Enhanced product performance by conducting comprehensive regression testing on new updates.
- Encouraged adoption of best practices among team members, leading workshops and training sessions on relevant topics.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent validation and verification of software functionality.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
- Recommended changes and corrections to developers for optimal software performance and usability.
- Evaluated function, performance and design compliance of every product against design standards and customer needs.
- Completed in-depth usability testing on Windows, Android and iOS mobile devices.
- Managed full product lifecycle, from ideation through post-launch support, ensuring consistent quality control measures were in place.
- Thrived in fast-paced, highly-adept team to develop and prioritize product features and build product roadmap.
- Documented user stories, specifications, and product features into detailed work order to communicate across teams and build mandatory requirements.
- Established criteria for each milestone within product roadmap as means to measure developmental progress.
Product & QA Analyst
Vimigo Technologies
08.2019 - 11.2021
- Detected critical errors through thorough manual testing, leading to timely resolution before product release.
- Reduced defect leakage rate by implementing rigorous regression testing strategies during multiple project phases.
- Applied risk-based testing techniques to prioritize test cases effectively, optimizing resource allocation during testing cycles.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations through meticulous adherence to documented procedures and guidelines.
- Participated in regular project review meetings, providing QA updates and recommendations to stakeholders for informed decision making.
- Supported rapid product development cycles with agile methodologies, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality software releases.
- Facilitated smooth communication between QA and development teams by serving as a liaison, enabling faster issue resolution and improved collaboration.
- Maximized application compatibility across diverse platforms through extensive cross-browser and mobile device testing efforts.
- Maintained detailed documentation of test results for future reference and analysis, streamlining the QA process.
- Streamlined bug tracking workflows using advanced ticketing systems designed specifically for the QA environment, expediting issue resolution times significantly.
- Managed test environments effectively, ensuring accurate replication of production conditions for more realistic testing scenarios.
- Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team.
- Completed pre-implementation testing for new system modifications to assess potential impacts.
- Assisted in the creation of style guides and design systems to ensure consistency across digital platforms.
- Engaged with clients to plan and optimize site issues and queries.
- Collaborated with in-house web designers to create sleek and innovative UI design.
- Collected, defined and translated user requirements into project designs and implementation plans.
- Conducted unit testing to deliver optimal browser functionality.
Assistant to the Project Manager
ADEV Ventures Sdn Bhd
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders.
- Aided in conflict resolution among team members, promoting a positive work environment conducive to productivity.
- Organized regular meetings, fostering clear communication across all levels of the project team.
- Kept stakeholders informed on project status through regular updates, addressing any concerns proactively to maintain trust and transparency.
- Provided valuable support during project closures, ensuring all necessary documentation and deliverables were completed and submitted on time.
- Assisted in the successful completion of projects by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining documentation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of various project components and streamlined processes.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Actively participated in weekly project reviews with senior management to discuss progress updates, challenges faced, potential solutions, and future plans.
- Assisted in the change order process by reviewing requests for changes to specifications.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones were met on time.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
Assistant Project Manager (Intern)
Phillip Solutions PLT
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted in conducting post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices moving forward.
- Worked closely with other interns to foster a positive work environment promoting teamwork leading towards successful completion of assigned tasks.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of project deliverables without compromising quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to develop innovative solutions for various challenges encountered during the course of projects.
- Utilized various tools such as Gantt charts, spreadsheets or specialized software programs for effective management of tasks assigned under a given timeline.
- Participated in regular status meetings, providing accurate updates on tasks completed, underway or pending further action.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by providing valuable input during planning, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closure phases.
- Supported Project Manager in conducting risk assessments, identifying potential issues, and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Maintained detailed documentation of all project activities, facilitating efficient tracking and reporting processes.
- Assisted in preparing project status reports, highlighting key achievements, challenges faced, and upcoming milestones.
- Identified project scopes, constraints, risks and deadlines.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
Education
Bachelor in Business Computing (Hons) - Business & System Information
Management & Science University
Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia 11.2014 - 11.2017
Skills
Agile methodologies
Test planning
Test documentation
Problem-solving
User acceptance testing
Team collaboration
Gathering requirements
Cross-functional teamwork
Professional Reference
Nur Afiqah
Test Engineer, AHAM Capital
+60 19-693 7948
Siti Salmah
Senior Executive Talent Acquisition, Lemon Sky Studio
+60 11-3317 3417
Timeline
Test Engineer
AHAM Asset Management Berhad
08.2022 - 03.2025
Product & QA Analyst Lead
Vimigo Technologies
11.2021 - 07.2022
Product & QA Analyst
Vimigo Technologies
08.2019 - 11.2021
Assistant to the Project Manager
ADEV Ventures Sdn Bhd
02.2018 - 06.2019
Assistant Project Manager (Intern)
Phillip Solutions PLT
08.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor in Business Computing (Hons) - Business & System Information
Management & Science University
11.2014 - 11.2017
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