Richika Dogra
Lead QA Engineer passionate about software quality and innovative testing methodologies
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Professional Summary
Software Engineer passionate about quality assurance with expertise in leading QA teams, creating comprehensive test strategies, and implementing shift-left testing methodologies. Specializes in both manual and automated testing approaches.
I lead Quality Assurance with a focus on building confidence in software through smart testing, automation, and collaboration. Over the years I’ve worked hands-on with tools and frameworks like Cypress and REST API automation while also driving bigger initiatives like test reporting, design thinking practices, and agile delivery as a certified Scrum Master.
To keep my skills sharp and forward-looking, I’ve added certifications in Artificial Intelligence for Software Developers and Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals. These let me bring modern AI perspectives into QA strategy, whether it’s smarter test automation or identifying risks earlier in the pipeline.
I believe quality is more than catching bugs — it’s about enabling teams to deliver products users can trust. My leadership training has helped me mentor testers, align with developers, and communicate clearly with stakeholders so QA is seen as a partner, not a checkpoint.
Core Technical Skills
Quality Engineering Practices
  • Test strategy and planning
  • Test data management
  • Test reporting and metrics (Allure, custom dashboards)
  • Performance and load testing (JMeter)
  • Security testing basics (OWASP)
Test Automation and frameworks
  • Cypress, Selenium, Playwright
  • REST API automation (Postman, RestAssured)
  • BDD/TDD frameworks (Cucumber, Mocha, Jest, JUnit)
  • CI/CD integration with Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Cloud & AI
  • Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals
  • AI-assisted testing strategies (e.g. test case generation, risk prediction)
  • AWS
Current Role & Achievements
Lead QA Engineer at Nimble Approach
October 2022 - Present
Excited to contribute to innovative quality assurance practices and team growth. Leading strategic QA initiatives and fostering collaborative development environments.
  • Partnered closely with developers, product managers, and operations throughout the SDLC to ensure quality was built in from requirements to release.
  • Shifted QA’s role from “final checkpoint” to “embedded partner,” driving collaboration in design reviews, sprint planning, and release readiness.
  • Championed a “quality as a team responsibility” culture, improving defect prevention and reducing late-cycle issues.
  • Focused on delivering products that were not only bug-free but also reliable, maintainable, and user-trusted.
  • Mentored and coached QA engineers, helping them grow in test automation, reporting, and leadership skills.
  • Built an environment where the QA team was encouraged to experiment, adopt new tools, and continuously develop their craft.
Career Progression Timeline
1
Lead QA Engineer - Nimble Approach
October 2022 - Present (3 years)
2
Lead QA Engineer - Truepill
January 2022 - September 2022 (9 months)
3
Senior QA Engineer - Truepill
July 2020 - January 2022 (1 year 7 months)
4
QA Automation Engineer - On the Beach
April 2016 - July 2020 (4 years 4 months)
Early Career Foundation
01
QA Engineer - Citruss TV
August 2014 - December 2015 (1 year 5 months)
02
Software Test Engineer - SM NetServ Technologies
September 2013 - February 2014 (6 months), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
03
QA Engineer - Indium Software
August 2012 - September 2013 (1 year 2 months)
04
QA Analyst - Seasia Infotech
June 2010 - April 2012 (1 year 11 months)
QA Leadership Expertise
Team Leadership
Leading QA teams in the right direction through coaching and strategic guidance
Strategic Planning
Creating comprehensive test strategies, plans, and detailed reports for manual and automated testing
Cross-Team Collaboration
Working closely with development teams to implement shift-left testing and Test-Driven Development
Educational Background
Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.)
IET Bhaddal • Computer Science • 2007-2010
Bachelor's Degree
St Bede's College • Computer Science • 2002-2007
Professional Philosophy
"I am a Software Engineer who loves the software and its different methods. I do my best in Testing capability and work hard to learn new Quality Assurance technologies and techniques."
Continuous Learning
Passionate about staying current with emerging QA technologies and innovative testing methodologies
Quality Focus
Dedicated to excellence in software testing with emphasis on early defect detection
Let's Connect
Ready to discuss quality assurance strategies and innovative testing solutions
Location
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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