Shafali Pandita

Strategic and results-driven Lead Test Engineer with over 16 years of experience delivering high-quality testing solutions across government, financial services, retail, and utilities domains. Proven expertise in leading complex, multi-team testing programmes, implementing risk-based and shift-left testing strategies, and driving quality outcomes through strong stakeholder engagement. Experienced in building teams, governance, and Agile/DevOps delivery.

Lead QAT Analyst - 2i Testing

(2023-01)

Lead strategic test delivery across multiple large-scale government programmes supporting critical public services

• Define and implement risk-based and shift-left testing strategies, improving early defect detection and release confidence
• Provide leadership to QA teams, mentoring engineers and building a culture of quality excellence and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders, architects, and product teams to align testing with business and technical priorities
• Establish and enforce test governance frameworks for internal and supplier-led delivery
• Oversee quality metrics and provide actionable insights on risks, coverage, and delivery readiness to leadership teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying efficiencies and strengthening testing practices
• Support automation strategy and CI/CD adoption to enhance delivery speed and quality
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, offboarding and line management responsibilities across QA teams

Test Consultant - Edge Testing (Resillion)

(2021-08 - 2023-01)

Delivered end-to-end testing across complex SAP and multi-system integration programmes

• Defined test strategies, plans, and completion reports aligned with programme risk and delivery timelines
• Coordinated testing across third-party suppliers ensuring consistent quality standards
• Applied structured risk-based testing approaches to optimize coverage and delivery outcomes
• Provided regular reporting on quality, risks, and progress to stakeholders

Software Test Analyst - Wescot Credit Services

(2017-07 - 2021-07)

Designed and executed testing across SIT, UAT, and pre-production environments

• Performed functional, integration, and usability testing for financial systems
• Improved test coverage and reduced defects through detailed scenario design
• Managed defect lifecycle and supported release readiness activities

Software Test Analyst - DXC Technology (CSC)

(2016-01 - 2017-12)

Test Analyst - Lockheed Martin (Ledios)

(2014-01 - 2016-12)

Test Analyst - Ebinary Ltd.

(2010-01 - 2012-12)

Technical Author - CADCIM Technologies

(2006-01 - 2009-12)

MBA - Human Resources - North Maharashtra University (2010)

B.E. - Electronics & Telecommunication (2004)