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Sowjanya Yalavarthi

Sowjanya Yalavarthi

Arlington,Texas

Summary

Methodical QA Engineer experienced in software development processes and optimal testing strategies. Helps teams produce exceptional products by offering in-depth quality assurance support. Open and clear communicator with good multitasking skills, organized nature and strong attention to detail. Demonstrates practiced expertise in product design and participates in design reviews to offer early input on functional requirements and potential problems.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Software Test Engineer

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.,
04.2020 - 01.2022
  • Provided technical support using knowledge of complex technology to solve problems and support new projects.
  • Checked configuration files and logs to uncover root causes of problems.
  • Reviewed business requirements document to understand the scope of projects and create comprehensive test plans
  • Developed and executed test cases to ensure software functionality, reliability, and performance
  • Worked with developers to identify, document and track defects in the system.

Software Test Engineer

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.,
01.2017 - 04.2020
  • Updated software documentation and user guides to align with current features and comply with best-practice standards.
  • Designed testing scenarios for usability testing.
  • Identified and tracked software defects and supported developers in resolving problems by completing additional tests.
  • Fixed identified issues to improve workflows.
  • Worked closely with different departments to develop innovative solutions to functionality issues.

Intern

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.,
06.2015 - 09.2015
  • Developed a POC - Social Website Integration
  • Authenticating user login using Social APIs (FB, Gmail) using HTML5, CSS3, MVC architecture, MongoDB.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.

Education

Master of Science - Business Analytics (Data Science

The University of Texas
Arlington, TX
12.2023

Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology

BVRIT Hyderabad College of Engineering For Women
Hyderabad, India
08.2016

Skills

  • IBM Mainframe Z/OS
  • Windows XP/7/10
  • Ubuntu
  • MYSQL
  • SQL
  • MONGODB
  • DB2
  • IntelliJ 201911
  • Eclipse Neon
  • GIT
  • Development
  • Testing
  • Production Support
  • Team Leadership
  • Good Communication Skills
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Ability to Work under Pressure
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork
  • Quick Learner
  • Performance Testing
  • Test Results Analysis
  • Scripting and Documentation
  • Web-Based Testing
  • Application Testing
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Requirements Analysis
  • Team Collaboration
  • Test Plans and Test Methodologies
  • Test Procedure Documentation
  • Defect Tracking and Reporting
  • Technical Support
  • Scrum Methodology
  • Training and Onboarding
  • Agile Best Practices
  • Teamwork and Positive Attitude
  • Team Member Development
  • Load and Stress Testing

Certification

Cucumber BDD and Automation Framework Issued on Aug 2021 by Udemy

Additional Information

  • Received appreciation from Senior leadership for successfully resolving production issues. Received Monthly performer award for supporting the migration of Core Tax to N8 successfully.
  • Received Insightful Expertise for my significant contribution in successfully sending out the Q42020 Annual filings.
  • Received Results Driven award for Q32020 contributing significantly to the team and ensuring high quality of deliverables in sending Q12021 filings.
  • Received Service Excellence award for Q32020 for supporting Statutory and legal work and filings.

Timeline

Senior Software Test Engineer

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.,
04.2020 - 01.2022

Software Test Engineer

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.,
01.2017 - 04.2020

Intern

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.,
06.2015 - 09.2015

Master of Science - Business Analytics (Data Science

The University of Texas

Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology

BVRIT Hyderabad College of Engineering For Women
Sowjanya Yalavarthi