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SIRISHA KONERU

Sr Quality Analyst

Summary

  • Forward thinking software engineer- with background working effectively in dynamic environments.
  • Senior QA Lead having 12 years of experience with double master’s degree in Computer Science.
  • Proud team player focused on achieving project objectives with speed and accuracy. Result focused and customer-oriented QA Lead with Professional expertise in designing test strategy, test planning, estimation, leading testing effort for large/complex projects.
  • Have a keen eye for detail and the ability to think outside the box when solving complex problems. Automation specialist with solid experience in testing and quality assurance.
  • Proficient in tools and technologies such as Selenium and JIRA, and Xray with keen understanding of test automation frameworks and methodologies. Integrated Selenium WebDriver and Xray for Jira in CI/CD, ensuring seamless test execution before deployment.
  • Planning, Test Strategy, Test case development, Test case execution, Defect Management. Demonstrate extensive experience in test management tools and building test plan tools. Results-driven professional prepared for role with substantial experience in automation testing.
  • Proven ability to implement robust test strategies and troubleshoot complex issues. Focused on team collaboration and achieving high-quality results, highly adaptable to changing project needs.
  • Well versed with full SDLC and STLC experience, including designing, developing, and implementing test plans, test cases and test processes fueling swift corrective actions on Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Overview

12
years of professional experience
5
Certifications

Work History

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Sr Quality Analyst
03.2019 - Current

Job overview

Project: Background Record check for Department of Early Education and Care

  • Developed comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts for Functional, Regression, and Automation Testing
  • Created automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver, Java, and TestNG, covering user interface, API, and database validation
  • Implemented automated test suites in CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions, reducing manual regression testing to Half
  • Implemented data-driven testing using PostgreSQL queries to extract and mock data for testing purposes.
  • Performed automated testing of REST-based web services using JSON, Postman, and API testing tools
  • Conducted automated GUI testing, functional testing, and compatibility testing for web-based applications
  • Performed validation tests to ensure that the developed functionality meets the specifications prior to UAT testing and created and executed Test scripts for system validation and user acceptance testing (UAT)
  • Utilized Agile test methods to provide rapid feedback to developers, identifying key risks and defects
  • Tested complex applications on the Salesforce CRM platform with customization of entities
  • Completed in-depth usability testing on Windows, Android and iOS mobile devices.
  • Led QA team members and third-party testers, serving as a subject matter expert (SME).
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features and bug fixes.
  • Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on automation techniques and best practices, while nurturing their professional growth.
  • Enhanced testing efficiency by identifying and implementing appropriate automation tools and frameworks.
  • Participated in Scrum prioritization meetings to finalize scrum requirements for releases
  • Identified opportunities for automation, implementing script-based tests to minimize manual effort and increase accuracy.

Ruffalo Noel Levitz

Lead QA Analyst
05.2018 - 03.2019

Job overview

Company Overview: Enabled services, software, and consulting for higher education enrolment management

  • Performed post-release testing in the production environment
  • Involved in various meetings like project planning, project kick-off, weekly & monthly client status meetings
  • Developed Test Cases for Deployment Verification, ETL Data Validation, and Tableau Reports testing
  • Performed Mobile Application Testing using Appium
  • Presenting Demos on each Story validation to the OPS team and Business Analyst before each Migration
  • Tested the ETL Informatica mappings and other ETL Processes from Source to Stage to Target (Data Warehouse Testing)
  • Defined, developed, and executed automation test scripts using Java that leverage black and white box testing across functional
  • Executed automation test scripts using selenium Web Driver, Java, TestNG in Eclipse IDE to perform functional and regression testing for web-based application
  • Followed PageObjectModel (POM) by creating objects for each Page and developed scripts with XPath to identify web elements such that most of the browsers can be used
  • Worked closely with users and program developers to ensure application development meets with user expectations
  • Enabled services, software, and consulting for higher education enrolment management

Nestle Waters

Sr.QA Analyst
10.2016 - 05.2018

Job overview

  • Company Overview: Globe Landscape Simplification & Ready Refresh
  • Tested Salesforce CPQ functionality which includes Configuring Opportunities, Quotes, Quote templates, Products, Pricing, Contracts, Amendments, Renewals, Billing and legacy data migration for CPQ
  • Tested CPQ functionality, including: Opportunity and quote management, Product and pricing configuration, Contract, amendment, and renewal management, Billing and legacy data migration
  • Developed and executed test cases for CPQ configuration, focusing on: Package settings (Documents, Groups, Line Editor, Plugins, Pricing, Subscription, Renewals), Contract, amendment, and renewal setup, Billing configuration
  • Extensively worked in Salesforce Sales cloud to test various functional areas which includes Campaign Management, Contact Management, Opportunity Management, Lead Management
  • Globe Landscape Simplification & Ready Refresh

JP Morgan Chase

QA Analyst
08.2015 - 06.2016

Job overview

  • Interacted with Business Owners, Users, and Stakeholders to identify Business System Needs, evaluated solutions for business problems, and followed Agile Methodology to prepare User Stories and defined the Acceptance Criteria (AC) for the same
  • Validated the sessions, cookies and security for Web Portals and Tested the Web Portals for HTTP errors
  • Updated Test Plans and Test Cases periodically to manage changes in requirements
  • Extensive experience in performed Functional testing, Unit testing, Integration testing, Regression testing, GUI testing, User Acceptance Testing
  • Validated data from staging to target ODS/EDW
  • Tested Cognos reports using Cognos report studio tools (Cognos report studio, Query studio, Analysis studio)
  • Involved in the troubleshooting and resolving the issues of databases and applications

Swiss Re

QA Analyst
09.2014 - 08.2015

Job overview

  • Responsible for creating Master test plan, by outlining testing assumptions, risks & mitigation, roles & responsibilities, build management process, change request flow and entry criteria
  • Created ETL test scripts based on technical specifications/data design documents and source-to-target mappings
  • Logged defects in TFS during test execution tied back to QA tasks for the test track
  • Developed and tested different Cognos reports
  • Performed Data Analysis and data profiling using SQL Server and ETL Informatica

Capital One

QA Analyst
12.2013 - 09.2014

Job overview

  • Actively involved in Plans for integrating and testing the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in the 'real world' environments for which it is intended are developed
  • Generated QC report and reported to project management every day on the defect status
  • Defects were tracked, reviewed, analyzed and compared using Quality enter
  • Prepared Use Cases, Test cases, Business process flows as per the URS and FRS
  • Performed Integration testing, Functional testing, performance testing and user acceptance testing (UAT) support to validate reports
  • Well-versed experience in Agile Scrum Methodology
  • Worked with Users recorded User stories converted those as test cases
  • Tested web applications integration with legacy systems like IBM mainframes & AS400 using IBM MQ Series

Xerox

QA Analyst
03.2013 - 12.2013

Job overview

  • Involved In all types of Functional Testing
  • Developed and maintained test plans, cases, scripts, and data for manual and automated testing.
  • Participated in peer reviews of test cases and scripts ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Utilized defect tracking tools such as JIRA to track issues reported during the QA process.
  • Documented, triaged, and managed defects in software and worked with developers to facilitate timely resolutions.
  • Met project scope and delivery dates by planning optimal testing schedules.

Education

Nagarjuna University

Master of Science from Computer Science

Harrisburg University of Science And Technology
Harrisburg, PA

Master of Science from Information Systems Engineering Management

Skills

QA methodologies mastery

Certification

Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I

Accomplishments

  • Appreciated by the BRC team/ Manager for finding uncovered use cases during requirements phase.
  • Recognized by the BRC team for successfully implemented a new defect-tracking process, resulting in a 40% increase in productivity.
  • Excel at coaching on Agile methods, estimating tasks, and implementing best practices.
  • Providing use cases beforehand is highly appreciated by the BRC team when beginning work on the EPICs.
  • Delivered projects on monthly basis with 100% schedule adherence.
  • Excellent expertise in Salesforce and EEC applications, making me a valuable subject matter expert for the QA&BA team.

Timeline

Sr Quality Analyst

Commonwealth of Massachusetts
03.2019 - Current

Lead QA Analyst

Ruffalo Noel Levitz
05.2018 - 03.2019

Sr.QA Analyst

Nestle Waters
10.2016 - 05.2018

QA Analyst

JP Morgan Chase
08.2015 - 06.2016

QA Analyst

Swiss Re
09.2014 - 08.2015

QA Analyst

Capital One
12.2013 - 09.2014

QA Analyst

Xerox
03.2013 - 12.2013

Nagarjuna University

Master of Science from Computer Science

Harrisburg University of Science And Technology

Master of Science from Information Systems Engineering Management
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