Anuradha Gaara Kamireddy
TEST LEAD – MANUAL & AUTOMATION
Glen Allen,Virginia
Summary
Accomplished Test Lead and On-Site Test Coordinator, eager to leverage valuable expertise and hands-on experience through the entire Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC). Excels with test case planning, design, development, implementation, and acceptance testing. Proven success with the optimization and automation of quality processes while coordinating onsite and offshore teams. Highly skilled as Scrum Master, and managing, training and mentoring teams while focusing on highly effective QA, testing and process improvements. Adept with requirements collection, system analysis, testing, implementation and application support. Thrives through proactive learning while working in challenging and evolving environments. Provides technical leadership to cross-functional managers to enhance product quality and streamline review processes. Excels with highly structured, detailed test plans utilizing current tools in testing and development. Draws on 13+ Years of IT experience as well as Manual Testing, Automation Testing and Leading expert Testing teams, including managing a testing team of six.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Quality Engineer
Capgemini – GE Aviation
10.2024 - Current
- Lead role working for GE Aerospace for DTE- RAMP. On-site UAT Test Lead with offshore team.
- DTE’s modular and secure architecture supports both on-prem and cloud environments, ensuring flexibility and reliability across applications.
- Ensures activities and items are following GE Aviation quality assurance standards applicable government regulations and customers’ requirements, Aerospace Defense and regulatory framework.
- Knowledge on FMD reporting which is a regulatory requirement per FAA Aviation rules. Strong proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript for test automation and solid understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
- Experience with API testing tools (Postman, REST Assured, SOAPUI).
- Experience with CI/CD tools with Jenkins and GitLab CI for test automation integration.
- Performed performance testing with testing tools of JMeter.
- Experience to write queries for database testing in Oracle. Facilitated ongoing advanced instruction, troubleshooting, and application adoption to end users, while leading root cause analysis and action plans for Production defects. Experience to write queries for database testing in Oracle. Facilitated ongoing advanced instruction, troubleshooting, and application adoption to end users, while leading root cause analysis and action plans for Production defects.
- Environment: .Net, MS Office Suite, Rally, SQL, EASA, FAA Test Complete(14,15), ReadyAPI, Postman, REST Assured, SOAPUI Microsoft SharePoint, Scrum, Kanban Pycharm and JMeter, Robot Framework with Python and Selenium libraries.
Senior Business & Testing Analyst
Capgemini – Altria Client
10.2017 - 04.2022
- Lead role working for Altria Core Services, DVP and GTC. On-site UAT Test Lead with offshore team.
- Oversaw a Digital Value Project (DVP)creating a platform to serve digital coupon for ATC 21+ (adult tobacco consumers).
- Maintained ongoing testing for multiple microservices to migrate existing legacy applications to Azure Cloud services.
- Utilized Azure DevOps for code repository management, development, designing, execution, reporting, and scheduling.
- Built innovative core webservices to support promotions through RESTful API’s for both in-house and external vendors.
- Led cross-functional teams with Dev, PO, Scrum Master, User Stories, test schedule, test scope, test timeline and deliverables.
- Enabled client to provide digital value coupons and other promotional services through the platform.
- Successfully managed a marketing web sites for PMUSA, USSTC, JMC, Helix Innovations LLC brands to tobacco and smokeless consumers; provided dynamic content management, according to state and other seasonal variation with varied demographics and prices.
- Used Browser stack for Mobile app testing, Power BI.
- Developed and implemented a Positive / Negative test case to remove bugs in Production and live system; automated regression testing to test every point in the system; eliminated all issues before the application was migrated into the system.
- Provided custom solution for client move to Azure DevOps; implemented Azure DevOps for code repository management, development, designing, execution, reporting, and scheduling; within 6 months, operational on Azure DEVOPS
- Coordinated with stakeholders and business users for requirements gathering and design of test scenarios; executed expert test cases for UAT and Post Prod validation.
- Facilitated ongoing advanced instruction, troubleshooting, and application adoption to end users, while leading root cause analysis and action plans for Production defects.
- Trained and coached new hires for DMS projects on-site and offshore; provided go-live floor support for users on application.
- Expertly utilized SharePoint for Test Plan workflows, Test evidence, Bug reports, User story and UAT approvals.
- Performed End to End functionality testing, as well as Test Planning, Monitoring and Control of Testing Activities.
- Ensured System Integration testing with Interface team; maximized Adobe Enterprise Management (AEM) testing.
- Worked closely with product owner during Sprint review sessions to ensure all stories were met with UAT signoff.
- Environment: .Net, MS Office Suite, Azure Devops, Visual Studio, Power BI, SQL , Test Complete(14,15), ReadyAPI, HP Quality Center 9.2/10.00, HP QTP 10.00/11.00, Microsoft SharePoint, TOSCA and Robot Framework with Python and Selenium libraries.
Senior Analyst
Highmark Inc.
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Key role upgrading legacy Pharmacy, Medical and Behavioral Health fulfillment systems, while improving testing for the conversion of systems. Performed expert Functional testing, Regression testing and Smoke testing of the new PEGA application systems.
- Designed, developed and implemented innovative web applications testing utilizing Agile Methodology.
- Introduced Agile best practices with continuous integration, code/design reviews, transparency, accountability, JIRA tracking, product visioning, self-management, empowerment and role training.
- Utilized expert data analysis to design and maintain improved database test cases targeting bugs in the database process.
- Trained and managed a new testing team, while coordinating and working closely with developers and internal business customers to fulfill software needs and system implications.
- Took on role of team training to write effective user stories, prioritizing work based on business value; within 6 months, built a fully functional manual and automation testing team.
- Took on role of Business Process Expert-Health Care Insurance – BCBS and Claims
- Analyzed business requirements in smaller components; focused on developing and testing to meet business requirements.
- Coordinated with developers and internal business customers to ascertain software needs and system implications.
- Developed and implemented test strategy, test plan and test cases for the new PEGA application systems.
- Expertly utilized Rational Team Concert (RTC) for task management.
- Performed Web services testing using SOAP UI, test data interaction using TQM.
- Reported and minimized defects using Clear Quest, verified and closed defects once they are resolved.
- Environment: SOAPUI, JAVA, ROM, TOM, RTC, CLEAR QUEST, SELENIUM, Oracle SQL
System & Quality Analyst
PNC Financial
04.2015 - 07.2015
- Successfully provided and maintained an Enterprise-wide server management monitoring system, including backup processes and regular testing of data restoration, review of application security updates.
- Expertly analyzed system capacity and available resources; reviewed system logs for warnings and errors, and monitored system security and threat prevention.
- Facilitated modifications in collaboration with business users to assess the impact on IT applications.
- Designed Development and Test Case Specifications for Failure Point Analysis Document.
- Designed Test Scenarios Specifications document; provided Functional testing, Regression testing and smoke testing.
- Isolated defects using Quality Center, verified and closed defects once they are resolved.
- Executed Test cases using TOAD, Oracle, SQL and Java front end applications; as well as Shell scripts and Linux shell scripts to test the error logging and email generation.
- Worked closely with developers and internal business customers to ascertain software needs and system implications.
- Provided advanced instruction, troubleshooting, and application adoption to end users.
- Collaborated with LAN Administrators and DBA for more efficient utilization of the server maintenance process.
- Environment: HP ALM, ORACE, SQL, Ultra Edit, Java, MS Excel
Quality Analyst
Ciber/WellCare
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Utilized expertise in documentation that required modifications in collaboration with business users to assess the impact on IT applications. Performed ongoing data analysis to identify and create test data.
- Participated in QA team meetings and walkthroughs for QA testing review.
- Mentored the new Resources for AEP Project in the Process of Testing.
- Expertly performed Functional and Regression testing of extraction process and monitoring, Prep process, Prep clean up, Staging, Error engine, Extracts and Reports; as well as Smoke testing for Correspondence Tracking Systems (CTS).
- Extensively utilized SQL in TOAD for backend testing.
- Designed test case outline, gathered the test data and prepared test cases.
- Implemented Requirements developed and executed Test cases, logged Defects in HP ALM (11.0 Version).
- Environment: HP ALM, ORACE, SQL, Ultra Edit, Java, MS Excel
Quality Analyst
Highmark Inc.
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Successfully provided and conducted Functional and Integration testing for ICIS and ICISWEB, as well as smoke, functional and regression testing of GEMUS.
- Designed, developed and maintained corporate files for client and group demographic, benefit, and rate information for the ICIS-Regional Account Group.
- Processed the complete existing application to be rewritten, including 5 year old test cases.
- Expertly designed test cases for functional, integration; delivered web-based reports for testing – OSCAR.
- Regularly followed up with coders to discuss discrepancies identified during testing.
- Logged and tracked defects in Clear Quest and QC. And QTP.
- Supported and implemented activities that significantly increased customer satisfaction.
- Environment: JAVA, .NET, ROM, TOM, RTC, CLEAR QUEST
Information Technology Consultant
Nehemiah Williams Solutions Inc.
03.2011 - 03.2013
- Gained valuable experience designing, developing and implementing functional and performance test cases, while expertly utilizing SQL for back-end testing.
- Trained consultant for Quality Assurance; screened and selected consultants for suitable positions.
- Maintaining database of consultant and clients; proofread the training documents and functional documents related to tools.
Education
Masters in International Trade - undefined
Symbiosis
Pune, IndiaBachelors in Sciences - undefined
Osmania University
IndiaPost Graduate Diploma - Computer Applications
Indotronix
IndiaSkills
- Automated Testing Data & Analytics Proactive Solutions Quality Assurance & Control Process Optimization Technical Leadership Business Definition Requirements Business Process Analysis Gap Analysis User Case Modeling & Analysis Quantitative Analysis Tosca Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC) Test Planning Expert Project Management Strategic Planning Documentation & Reporting Team Training Expert Troubleshooting Test Cases & Planning Process Improvement Defect Tracking Statistical & Trend Analysis
- Software: MSSQL, PostGreSQL, Windows, Mac, Linux OS, Google Suite, Jira and Asana Issue Trackers, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft SharePoint, Selenium/Appium/Ranorex/Cypress Automation, Eclipse / Visual Studio IDEs, Photoshop, building AMD and Intel PCs
- Proxy Tools/VPN: Fiddler & Charles proxies, spoofing location (GPS/IP) for geo-locked apps, test mobile phone applications (SSL traffic)
- Debugging Tools: ADB Logcat, idevicesyslog, Microsoft PowerShell, Apple terminal, Linux terminal
- Browser Testing: Firefox, Safari, Edge, Google Chrome
- Statistical Analysis: Standard deviation testing, VBA/Excel Macros
- Operating Systems: Win 2000/XP/Vista/7/10, Linux, Unix
- Languages: SQL, PL/SQL HTML, Java Script, Shell Scripting
- Databases: Oracle 10/11G , MS SQL server 2016/2017
- GUI: Visual Basic, NET, Java Web technologies
- Testing Tools: Tricentis TOSCA, HP Quality Center 92/1000, HP QTP 1000/1100, Load Runner, Test Director, Clear Quest, JIRA, SELENIUM, Robot Framework with Selenium and python
- Platforms: Microsoft office Suite, Visio, TOAD, Correspondence Tracking Systems(CTS) RPA Automation Anywhere, Microsoft SharePoint
- Methodologies: Product Life Cycle (PLC), Agile, Agile/DevOps, Waterfall
Certification
Certified Scrum Master
TRAINING
Robot Framework with Python and Selenium
OVERVIEW OF KEY QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated success as Certified Scrum Master in backup for the past four years.
- Consistently delivers the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), including Test Planning, Writing Test Cases, Execution of Test Cases, Bug Tracking and QA Reporting implementing Waterfall and Agile methodologies.
- Draws on extensive experience in Healthcare Insurance, Retail, Banking, and Product domains.
- Expertly facilitates Automation testing with Robot Framework with Python and selenium.
- Provides and maintains ongoing Data analysis and database testing with SQL.
- Utilizes Azure DevOps for code repository management, execution, reporting, and scheduling.
- Works closely with product owner during Sprint review sessions to ensure all stories are met for UAT signoff.
Timeline
Quality Engineer
Capgemini – GE Aviation
10.2024 - Current
Senior Business & Testing Analyst
Capgemini – Altria Client
10.2017 - 04.2022
Senior Analyst
Highmark Inc.
07.2015 - 08.2016
System & Quality Analyst
PNC Financial
04.2015 - 07.2015
Quality Analyst
Ciber/WellCare
08.2014 - 01.2015
Quality Analyst
Highmark Inc.
08.2013 - 07.2014
Information Technology Consultant
Nehemiah Williams Solutions Inc.
03.2011 - 03.2013
Masters in International Trade - undefined
Symbiosis
Bachelors in Sciences - undefined
Osmania University
Post Graduate Diploma - Computer Applications
Indotronix