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Saritha Avadhanula

Ashburn,VA

Summary

Testing and Quality Engineer with 16 plus years of experience driving excellence in creating, editing and implementing test instructions to improve quality and efficiency. Exceptional expertise across various test procedures for process improvement. Test Engineer with excellent technical communication skills, collaborative teamwork abilities and broad technical acumen across full SDLC. Familiar with scenario, functional and regression testing and UX in Windows and Linux environments. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Testing and Quality Engineer with 16 years of experience driving excellence in creating, editing and implementing test instructions to improve quality and efficiency. Exceptional expertise across various test procedures for process improvement.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Test Engineer

REI Systems, Inc.
10.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for functional testing, system testing, regression testing, 508 compliance testing, smoke testing, and backend testing for DME HRSA-PIMS application, verify and validate modernization development on Salesforce against .NET classic
  • Develop CUIT BDD (Gherkin sentences) test cases
  • Execute functional test case scenarios
  • Identify bugs, communicate the issues found with developers or if there are gaps in the requirements communicate with business analyst to present to the stakeholders
  • Report and track the issues identified and ensured corrective action was taken.

Principal Test Engineer

Leidos/REI Systems, Inc.
09.2020 - 09.2023
  • Responsible for functional testing, system testing, regression testing, 508 compliance testing, smoke testing, and backend testing of OASIS-IMPORTS, which is large web-based Administrative System for Import Support tracking FDA inspections and compliance activities
  • Developed test cases, test execution scenarios and conduct system tests through HP ALM/QC
  • Identified system defects and generated problem change reports (PCRs) in JIRA, HP ALM, and ensured corrective action for PCRs
  • Performed web-services validation on SOAPUI inclusive of using assertions for various fields for LBS-Domestics.
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
  • Developed and maintained test and evaluation strategies for testing to show operational readiness and suitability with planned project decision points.
  • Tracked test reports and failures determined by root cause data trends.
  • Created comprehensive test plans, test scripts, and use cases to support testing objectives.
  • Communicated technical information both verbally and in writing in simple terminology.
  • Created plans for test method validation using research or field observations.
  • Established clear measurable goals and objectives for projects, prioritizing tasks for team members.
  • Engaged internal and external customers during planning and test phases to answer questions.
  • Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
  • Conducted technical evaluations of engineering designs and test results.
  • Designed and implemented quality control processes to facilitate customer satisfaction.

Sr. Test Engineer

GDIT/CSRA Inc.
09.2015 - 07.2018
  • Executed various testing methodologies for DARRTS regulatory tracking system, ensuring its functionality and reliability
  • Proficiently created and implemented test cases using HP ALM/QC, validating system performance
  • Documented new business requirements and non-functional requirements in Business Requirements Document, enhancing clarity and alignment
  • Streamlined existing business processes, documenting both As-Is and To-Be processes for improved efficiency
  • Effectively managed data dictionary, promoting data consistency and organization
  • Diligently identified and reported system defects using JIRA and HP ALM, driving prompt resolution
  • Validated data migration through SQL scripts, ensuring data integrity
  • Conducted accessibility and Section 508 Compliance testing using AMP tool and NVDA screen reading tools
  • Conducted comprehensive Web Services Testing (API) using SoapUI, ensuring robust performance
  • Facilitated User Acceptance Testing (UAT) sessions, providing platform for feedback and validation
  • Contributed valuable insights to new functionality design and requirements, promoting system enhancements
  • Conducted Walkthrough, User Acceptance Testing sessions, User Interface sessions, and peer reviews for change request PCRs
  • Assisted users throughout UAT phase, ensuring smooth testing process.
  • Wrote test case parameters, test scripts and automation guidelines.
  • Operated API testing tools such as Soap UI and Postman.
  • Integrated collected data into business process enhancements to address ongoing business goals.
  • Defined and tracked test results, defect counts and performance discrepancies.
  • Led failure investigations, on-site inspections and root-cause analyses.
  • Created comprehensive test plans, test scripts, and use cases to support testing objectives.
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
  • Developed and maintained test and evaluation strategies for testing to show operational readiness and suitability with planned project decision points.
  • Engaged internal and external customers during planning and test phases to answer questions.
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
  • Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
  • Evaluated function, performance and design compliance of every product against design standards and customer needs.
  • Gathered data on integration issues and vulnerabilities, reported findings and recommended improvements.
  • Recommended changes and corrections to developers for optimal software performance and usability.
  • Wrote test case parameters, test scripts and automation guidelines
  • Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints
  • Tested functional and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications
  • Completed pre-implementation testing for new system modifications to assess potential impacts
  • Incorporated delivery requirements into planning of testing schedules

Sr. Test Engineer

SRA/CSRA Inc.
11.2014 - 08.2015
  • Conducted comprehensive web-based system testing, regression testing, and performed mobile cross-browser testing to ensure system functionality and stability
  • Developed and executed test cases for thorough system testing and maintained effective communication with Senior Project Managers to track project status.
  • Wrote test case parameters, test scripts and automation guidelines.
  • Reviewed results and produced daily reports for developers.
  • Collaborated with inter-departmental teams and subcontractors to verify accurate application of prescribed testing protocols.
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
  • Reproduced defects and documented findings
  • Tested, identified and troubleshot problems with networks
  • Trained junior testers in company standards, testing protocols and testing software
  • Completed regression tests of new software builds to assess performance and success of bug fixes
  • Created comprehensive test plans, test scripts, and use cases to support testing objectives
  • Led failure investigations, on-site inspections and root-cause analyses
  • Tracked test reports and failures determined by root cause data trends
  • Researched new developments in testing methods and equipment and made recommendations to improve testing procedures
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective
  • Completed pre-implementation testing for new system modifications to assess potential impacts
  • Performed quality audits across multiple internal IT functions
  • Reviewed results and produced daily reports for developers
  • Operated API testing tools such as Soap UI

Mid Level Test Engineer

SRA International
04.2008 - 09.2014
  • Played key role in executing various testing activities for DARRTS regulatory tracking system
  • Generated essential Requirement Traceability Matrix reports and maintained seamless communication with developers and other team members to address and resolve bugs efficiently.
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
  • Developed and maintained test and evaluation strategies for testing to show operational readiness and suitability with planned project decision points.

Education

Project Management Professional - Project Management Professional (PMP)®

Project Management Institute
Newtown Square, PA United States
10.2023

MBA - Management Information Systems

Kakatiya University
Warangal, TG India
10.1999

Bachelor's in Education - Special Education

Osmania University
Hyderabad, TG India
09.1996

Bachelor of Science - Botany, Zoology, Chemistry

Kakatiya University
Warangal, TG India
07.1995

No Degree - Diploma in Information Processing And Data Entry

A Government of Andhra Pradesh Society
Andhra Pradesh, India
08.1993

Skills

  • ISO9001 Standards
  • Problem-Solving
  • Requirements Development
  • System Verification
  • Test Script Engineering
  • Test scenario engineering
  • Manual Test Engineering
  • Test preparation
  • Test Design

Availability

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Work Schedule: Full-time, Part-time

location: VA - Vienna, VA - Loudon, VA- Fairfax

Languages

English
Full Professional
Telugu
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Limited Working

Timeline

Principal Test Engineer

REI Systems, Inc.
10.2023 - Current

Principal Test Engineer

Leidos/REI Systems, Inc.
09.2020 - 09.2023

Sr. Test Engineer

GDIT/CSRA Inc.
09.2015 - 07.2018

Sr. Test Engineer

SRA/CSRA Inc.
11.2014 - 08.2015

Mid Level Test Engineer

SRA International
04.2008 - 09.2014

Project Management Professional - Project Management Professional (PMP)®

Project Management Institute

MBA - Management Information Systems

Kakatiya University

Bachelor's in Education - Special Education

Osmania University

Bachelor of Science - Botany, Zoology, Chemistry

Kakatiya University

No Degree - Diploma in Information Processing And Data Entry

A Government of Andhra Pradesh Society

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