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Sureshvarma Thotakura

Coraopolis,PA

Summary

Experienced Automation Tester adept at training team members and completing full program reviews at all stages of development. Demonstrated success as team leader and project manager. Highly effective at organizing data and implementing successful approaches.


Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automation Tester

Deloitte
05.2021 - 01.2023
  • Improved software quality by designing and executing comprehensive test plans for automation testing.
  • Championed innovation within the team, exploring emerging trends in automation technology to inform future strategies.
  • Planned and devised cohesive test plans for projects using advanced testing technologies.
  • Fixed identified issues to improve workflows.
  • Strengthened customer confidence in product quality, providing thorough and transparent documentation of testing activities for stakeholder review.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration testing between various system components.
  • Discussed requirements and processes with project managers and developers.
  • Optimized test coverage by prioritizing high-risk areas of the application, using risk-based testing methodologies.
  • Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
  • Created successful test scripts to manage automated feature testing,
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Data Validation
  • Identified critical defects in the early stages, performing detailed root cause analysis to prevent future occurrences.
  • Enabled seamless transition from manual to automated testing processes, guiding stakeholders through change management activities as needed.

Quality Assurance Analyst

Optum
05.2020 - 12.2020
  • Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
  • Advised developers on problems with databases, performance and other issues.
  • Streamlined QA processes for increased efficiency and reduced time spent on redundant tasks.
  • Created and achieved product quality objectives and met product specifications.
  • Identified risks associated with software changes, mitigating potential issues through careful analysis and proactive communication with stakeholders.
  • Participated in requirements and used case reviews.
  • Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
  • Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.
  • Determined server operating limits with weekly load tests.
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
  • Designed, documented and executed test scenarios to identify software bugs.
  • Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
  • Evaluated new tools and techniques to stay current on market trends, incorporating innovative approaches into the QA process when applicable.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

QA Automation Engineer

Colourmoon Technology's PVT LTD
12.2019 - 05.2020
  • Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team.
  • Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
  • Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
  • Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
  • Increased team efficiency by training and mentoring junior QA engineers in automation tools and best practices.
  • Maintained high-quality standards with regular code reviews, identifying potential risks and areas for improvement.
  • Established clear communication channels between developers and QA teams, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized problemsolving.
  • Managed defect tracking process using bug-tracking tools, providing timely updates on issue resolution progress to stakeholders.
  • Created detailed documentation for test cases, procedures, and results analysis, promoting transparency in the QA process.
  • Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.
  • Supported agile development methodologies by participating in daily stand-ups, sprint planning sessions, and retrospectives.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.

QA Test Engineer

Tekismarg PVT LTD
07.2018 - 11.2019
  • Tracked test reports and failures determined by root cause data trends.
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
  • Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
  • Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
  • Tested hardware and software within sandbox environment prior to release to production.
  • Tested functional and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications.
  • Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging technologies and best practices in QA methodologies to optimize testing strategies.
  • Streamlined testing processes by implementing automation tools and frameworks for continuous integration.
  • Developed reusable test scripts using scripting languages, reducing manual testing efforts significantly over multiple projects.
  • Contributed to project planning by providing accurate time estimates for QA tasks and deliverables.
  • Completed in-depth usability testing on Windows, Android and iOS mobile devices.

Education

Master of Science - Information Science

Robert Morris University
Coraopolis, PA
05.2024

Skills

  • Training and Onboarding
  • Keyword-driven testing
  • Manual test case preparation
  • End to End Automation frame work in Tosaca
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Project Management
  • System Analysis
  • Data Analysis
  • Managing Data
  • Python

Certification

Tosca AS1

Tosca AS2

Timeline

Automation Tester

Deloitte
05.2021 - 01.2023

Quality Assurance Analyst

Optum
05.2020 - 12.2020

QA Automation Engineer

Colourmoon Technology's PVT LTD
12.2019 - 05.2020

QA Test Engineer

Tekismarg PVT LTD
07.2018 - 11.2019

Master of Science - Information Science

Robert Morris University

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