System status: Available for hire

Faiqa Naveed Ashraf

QA Lead / AI QA Specialist / Project Manager

Delivering High-Impact, Reliable Solutions

5+ years engineering quality across web, mobile, PWA, and STB TV — bridging manual rigor with Selenium + Python automation, API/DB validation, CI/CD pipelines, and pioneering Claude AI feature testing.

5+
Years Experience
4
Companies
15+
Projects Shipped
~40%
Regression Cut
Selenium Python Postman Cypress Playwright JMeter Jira Confluence MySQL Git GitHub GitLab Bitbucket Docker Anthropic Claude VS Code Figma Slack WordPress WooCommerce

Quality is not an act, it's a habit.

Detail-oriented Agile Software QA Engineer with 5 years of experience in manual and automation testing across web, mobile, PWA, and STB TV applications. Skilled in designing and executing test cases, regression testing, API validation, database testing, and CI/CD pipelines to ensure software quality and reliability.

Currently leading QA for Claude AI-powered feature enhancements in e-learning platforms — validating LLM outputs, prompt responses, and user-facing AI workflows.

Proven track record in managing QA delivery, client communication, and cross-team collaboration for international projects, including E-learning, E-commerce, HealthTech, Marketing Automation, Hospitality, and WordPress platforms. Experienced with tools like Jira, Postman, Selenium, Python, SQL, Git, and Bitbucket.

Passionate about improving testing workflows, adopting automation practices, and delivering high-quality, user-focused solutions.

Soft Skills
Innovative Problem Solver Goal-Oriented Continuous Learner Strong Team Player Effective Communicator
LocationLahore, Pakistan
Experience5+ Years
FocusQA · Automation · AI Testing
LanguagesEnglish (Pro) · Urdu (Native)
StatusOpen to Work

Education

BS Computer Science

University of the Punjab · 2016–2020

Coursework: Software Quality Assurance, Object-Oriented Programming, Database Management, Software Project Management.

Certifications

Information Security for End Users

KnowledgeCity · Mar 2026

Credential ID T050846235 · Skills: Agile & Waterfall Methodologies

Web Designing & Development

PNY Training

Hands-on: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, SQL, WordPress — applied to real-world projects.

LinkedIn Skill Assessments

Python Automation Git WordPress

A complete QA toolbox.

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Testing

FunctionalRegressionIntegrationUI/UXCross-BrowserAPIDatabaseSmokeSanityUATCompatibilitySecurity (XSS, SQLi)
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Automation

Selenium WebDriverPythonPyCharmTest Automation FrameworkspytestPage Object ModelData-Driven Testing
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AI & Emerging Tech

Claude AI Feature TestingAI-Driven Feature EnhancementLLM Output ValidationPrompt-Based Feature QA
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Test Management

JiraConfluenceTestRailZephyrTrelloBasecampMonday.com
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Version Control & DevOps

GitGitHubGitLabBitbucketDockerVS Code
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API & Database

PostmanREST API TestingNewman CLISQLMySQLDatabase ValidationJSON / XMLAuth (JWT, OAuth)
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Languages

PythonHTMLCSSSQL
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Methodologies

AgileScrumKanbanSDLCSTLCWaterfallBDDTDD-aware
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Cross-Platform

WebMobile (iOS/Android)PWADesktopSTB TVWordPressWooCommerce
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Debugging & Tooling

Chrome DevToolsNetwork AnalysisBrowser ConsoleCharles Proxy (familiar)LighthouseMobile Inspect

A timeline of impact.

Mar 2026 — Present Lahore, Pakistan

Sr. Software Quality Assurance Engineer

KnowledgeCity

  • AI Feature Testing: Lead QA for Claude AI-powered features in the LMS — validating AI-generated content, prompt responses, and end-user output accuracy across learning workflows.
  • Test Strategy & Execution: Design and execute comprehensive test plans for web-based e-learning platforms across multiple sprints.
  • Database Testing: End-to-end API testing with Postman + SQL-based DB validation to verify data integrity, transactions, and reporting modules.
  • Version Control & CI/CD: Manage test repositories and code reviews on Bitbucket, integrating QA workflows with development pipelines.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with PMs, devs, and AI/ML engineers to refine acceptance criteria across AI-driven features.
Jan 2025 — Jul 2025 California, USA · Remote

Sr. SQA Engineer & Project Coordinator

CodeJunkie

  • Testing & Validation: Functional, regression, and API testing for B2B marketing tool (Engage Switch) — reduced post-release defects by ~15–20%.
  • Test Case Design: Improved test coverage and early issue detection through detailed test design.
  • Defect Management: Bug reporting and tracking via Jira — supporting faster resolution and smoother sprint cycles.
  • Release Coordination: Delivery management and client communication for consistent on-time releases.
Jul 2023 — Jan 2025 Slovenia, Europe · Remote

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Nevron Hospitality

  • Multi-Platform Testing: Mobile apps, PWAs, STB TV applications, and admin systems — reduced critical production issues by ~30%.
  • QA Leadership: Led QA across multiple projects, improving sprint readiness and defect visibility.
  • Test Automation: Selenium + Python automation cut manual regression effort by ~35–40%.
  • Cross-Team Collaboration: Worked with German and Slovenian teams for requirement analysis and UAT.
Oct 2020 — Jul 2023 Lahore, Pakistan

Senior SQA Engineer

Codility Solutions

  • Test Strategy: Test cases for web, mobile, and WordPress CMS projects (ERP & School Management) — supported 5+ stable project releases.
  • Manual Testing: UI, functional, regression, cross-browser, and performance testing — reduced customer-reported bugs by ~25–30%.
  • Test Automation: Selenium + Python regression suites — shortened cycles by ~40%.
  • Security Testing: XSS, SQL Injection, plugin/compatibility testing.
  • Agile Collaboration: Daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog refinement, QA estimates, release readiness.

Selected work.

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Manage My Dojo

Martial Arts Management System · Web & Mobile

End-to-end QA for a comprehensive school management platform — student enrollment, attendance, belt grading, scheduling, instructor management, billing, and parent portals. Validated payment processing, recurring subscriptions, and notification workflows.

FunctionalRegressionAPIDatabaseCross-BrowserJiraPostman
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Jhoolaylaal

E-Commerce Platform

QA across product catalog, cart, checkout, and order management workflows. Validated payment gateways, order processing, and inventory updates with comprehensive cross-browser coverage.

WooCommercePayment GatewaysCross-BrowserFunctionalRegressionJira
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Well@Work

Wellness Web & Mobile Application

QA and coordination for a health & wellness platform — usability, performance, data accuracy. Conducted test planning, functional/regression testing, API validation, and UAT support across teams.

WebMobileAPI TestingUATManual QAJira
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OMS

Ordering Management System · Web & Mobile

QA for an order creation, tracking, and admin workflow system. Functional, regression, integration, API, and database testing across web and mobile interfaces.

Web AppsMobileAPI TestingDatabase ValidationIntegration
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WordPress Projects

Websites & Custom Plugins

QA for multiple WordPress sites and custom plugins — requirement analysis, test planning, functional, regression, cross-browser, compatibility, and security testing (XSS, SQL Injection).

WordPressWooCommercePHP PluginsSecurityManual Testing
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Claude AI LMS Features

AI Feature Testing · Current

Leading QA for Claude AI-powered enhancements in a large LMS — validating AI-generated content, prompt responses, LLM output accuracy, and end-user workflow integrity.

LLM ValidationPrompt QAAI WorkflowsAPIBitbucket

How I deliver quality.

A senior QA workflow refined across 15+ projects — from requirement analysis to production sign-off.

01

Discover

Requirement walkthroughs, acceptance criteria validation, risk-based scoping. I break ambiguity early so the team ships the right thing.

ConfluenceJiraFigma
02

Plan

Test strategy, test plans, coverage matrices, and Selenium/Postman automation scaffolding aligned to the sprint cadence.

TestRailZephyrSelenium
03

Execute

Functional, regression, API, DB, cross-browser, security (XSS/SQLi). Automate where it pays back; explore manually where it counts.

PostmanSQLPython
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Report

Clear defect logs, reproducible steps, severity tagging, release-readiness reports. Devs get actionable bugs, stakeholders get clarity.

JiraSlackBitbucket

Verified by LinkedIn.

Skill assessments officially passed via LinkedIn, plus endorsements from colleagues across 5,500+ network connections.

Python Automation

LinkedIn Skill Assessment

Officially passed LinkedIn's Python Automation skill assessment — verified competence in writing, debugging, and structuring automation scripts.

Verified

Git

LinkedIn Skill Assessment

Verified Git proficiency through LinkedIn's official assessment — branching, merging, conflict resolution, and team collaboration workflows.

Verified

WordPress

LinkedIn Skill Assessment

Officially verified WordPress expertise — covering plugin testing, security validation, theme integration, and CMS administration.

Verified

Black Box Testing

2 endorsements

Endorsed by Khalid M. Javaid who is highly skilled at this. Demonstrated across 2 experiences at Nevron and 1 other company.

Peer-endorsed

Agile Testing

2 endorsements

Endorsed by Khalid M. Javaid who is highly skilled at this. Demonstrated across 2 experiences at Nevron and 1 other company.

Peer-endorsed

GitHub & Microsoft Office

2 endorsements each

Plus single-endorser skills: Docker, UI/UX Testing, Performance Testing, Project Management, Mobile Apps Testing, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Figma, Manual Testing, Functional Testing, Regression Testing, Requirements Analysis.

Peer-endorsed

Words from colleagues.

Recommendations from past managers, engineers, and clients across Nevron Hospitality (Slovenia), Codility Solutions, and KnowledgeCity.

Faiqa was an exceptional QA partner during our time together. Her attention to detail and ability to collaborate with engineering across STB TV, mobile, and PWA platforms made every release smoother. A genuine professional who raises the standard of any team she joins.

SE
Software Engineer
Former colleague · Nevron · Slovenia

As a PM I rely heavily on QA to surface risk early. Faiqa consistently did exactly that — sharp requirement reviews, clear test plans, and honest delivery feedback. She raised the bar for our hospitality SaaS quality across multiple sprints.

PM
Product Manager
Former manager · Nevron · Slovenia

Faiqa took our project from concept to a polished, well-tested product. Her communication was excellent, she was proactive with feedback, and she delivered on every timeline. I would gladly hire her again.

CL
Project Client
Media Producer · Slovenia

Faiqa contributed enormously to our Agile delivery. Her ability to translate requirements into thorough test coverage, while keeping pace with sprint velocity, is rare. A reliable, sharp QA engineer with strong cross-functional instincts.

BA
Senior Business Analyst
PO · Scrum Master (CSM) · Former manager

Working alongside Faiqa was a masterclass in professionalism. She shared knowledge generously, supported teammates across teams, and brought rigor to every QA conversation. A dependable colleague to anyone lucky enough to ship with her.

CC
Cross-Team Collaborator
University of Education · Pakistan

Faiqa has been instrumental in elevating QA for our Claude AI-powered features. Her ability to validate LLM outputs and design test strategies for AI-driven workflows is exceptional — she catches edge cases nobody else thinks about.

EM
Engineering Manager
KnowledgeCity · Current

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Let's build something reliable.

Open to senior QA roles, automation engineering positions, and consulting work. Reach out — I respond within 24 hours.