I am Sheetal Kakati
Senior UAT Engineer
About me
I am Sheetal Kakati, a passionate Senior UAT Engineer with over 9 years of specialized experience in software testing and quality assurance. My expertise spans across OTT platforms, e-commerce, and interactive gaming applications on diverse devices such as mobiles, tablets, TVs, and web interfaces. I excel in leading dynamic testing teams, mentoring junior testers, and steering projects towards successful delivery with a sharp focus on quality and efficiency.
At the core of my role as a Senior UAT Engineer, I conduct rigorous User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure applications meet our high standards of functionality and user experience before market release. My approach includes detailed sanity checks on every build to validate stability and performance, coupled with comprehensive sign-off reports that maintain transparent and continuous communication with all project stakeholders.
My technical proficiency encompasses advanced tools like Charles Proxy for network debugging and ADB for Android diagnostics, which enable me to efficiently identify and resolve potential issues. I actively collaborate with cross-functional teams including development, design, and product management to synchronize testing objectives with overall project goals. My career journey has been marked by pivotal roles at renowned firms such as ACMA Computers, Moolya Software, Zucitech Software, and Pole To Win. In these positions, I have not only led high-impact projects but also contributed to the refinement of testing processes and strategies that significantly enhanced product quality and customer satisfaction.
Some of my notable projects include leading the UAT for an innovative OTT application at ACMA Computers, where I played a key role in tailoring the user interface to enhance customer engagement and retention. At Moolya Software, I spearheaded a team that introduced automated regression testing suites that reduced the testing cycle time by 40%, substantially speeding up the release process without compromising on quality.
Work Experience
Senior UAT Engineer - ACMA Computers
As a Senior UAT Engineer at ACMA Computers in Bangalore, I manage User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for OTT projects, ensuring high-quality final application readiness. My responsibilities include conducting sanity checks, using tools like Charles Proxy and ADB for troubleshooting, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project requirements.
Associate Test Lead - Moolya Software
At Moolya Software, I led multiple teams in testing OTT applications, overseeing release management and comprehensive testing to ensure product quality. My role involved playability, feature, and regression testing, creating detailed documentation, and managing defects efficiently to ensure smooth software delivery.
Senior QA - Zucitech Software
In my role at Zucitech Software, I focused on testing OTT applications across multiple platforms, verifying content playability, and managing quality assurance processes. I utilized Charles Proxy and Jira extensively for bug tracking and API analysis.
Senior Game Tester - Pole To Win
At Pole To Win, I conducted detailed functional and regression testing on mobile game applications. I led a small team, ensuring high-quality deliverables and providing QA sign-offs for game features, contributing to successful project completions and releases.
Education
Hira Sugar Institute of Technology, Belgaum, Karnataka
BE in Electronics and Communication Engineering, providing an extensive understanding of electronic circuits, systems, and communication methodologies.
Govt Polytechnic, Belgaum, Karnataka
Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering, laying the groundwork for advanced studies in electronics and communications.
Skills
Agile & Project Management
Jira, Zephyr
API & Functional Testing
Charles Proxy, ADB, Postman
Testing Methodologies
Regression Testing, Smoke Testing, Sanity Testing, Exploratory Testing
Web Release & Deployment
Web release engineering and deployment
Debugging Tools
Browser Stack, Debugging Techniques
Team Management
Leadership in team settings
Achievements
Recognitions & Awards
Awarded the Beyond the Call of Duty Award of the Year for exceptional performance and dedication.