Anika Refat

About Anika Refat

Seasoned Quality Assurance Analyst/Automation Engineer with a solid background in software testing and automation (UI, API, etc.) testing in the areas of Retail Automotive Parts, Banking, Logistic domains. Skilled in Java and open-source tools for object-oriented programming. Well-versed in Agile methodologies, SDLC, STLC and passionate for learning new technologies in fast paced environments.

Experience

1. Sr Qa Engineer

   AutoZone

   Jun 2023 — Present · NY, US

   Drove testing requirements gathering processes by assisting cross-functional teams.• Successfully delivered projects by preparing project artifacts such as test plans, developing and designing test cases, test scenarios, and performing end-to-end testing on modules.• Conducting thorough manual testing of various functionalities to ensure optimal performance and adherence to requirements.• Refactored and optimized code to reduce regression time by 50%. • Creating and executing complex SQL queries on different databases like Oracle, DB2, MySQL, etc. to gather test data and validate API responses against DBs. • Created a comprehensive Page Object Model design automation pattern to manage and maintain cleanliness in codes using Selenium and Java set up for UI automation.• Implemented GitHub for source code management, Git for Version Control and Maven as the build automation tool. Developed CB testing, and parallel test execution using TestNG and Selenium Grid.• Leveraged AI language models such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Meta AI, and YouChat to efficiently solve complex problems and expedite decision-making processes.• Implementing Java to create API and integrate swagger UI, leveraging them in test cases for data gathering, API response validations, and other critical tasks.• Mentoring fellow Quality Assurance professionals and actively participating in code reviews and pull request evaluations.• Closely worked with onshore and offshore Business, Dev, Product Owners, SM, RTEs, cross functional QA team members, and other management stakeholder team members.• Reviewed and reported defects, test results and potential risks, along with day-to-day tasks to the manager on a timely basis.

Education

• Brooklyn College

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Finance