Vidya Karagada Bhanuprakash
Cupertino,CA
Summary
QA Engineer with extensive experience in automation and integration testing at Kaiser Permanente. Enhanced testing efficiency by 90% through automated scripts, ensuring high-quality software delivery. Proficient in Agile methodologies and defect tracking across diverse platforms, leading to significant improvements in software quality. Strong background in developing and implementing both manual and automated testing procedures, with a focus on compliance and reliability.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QA Engineer(POS -Oracle Xstore)
Kaiser Permanente
United States, United States
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Executed end-to-end testing of Point-of-Sale software and hardware, identifying bugs and performance issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement comprehensive test plans for POS functionalities.
- Performed integration testing of Oracle Xstore, ensuring efficient data flow between backend and third-party systems.
- Validated data synchronization in real-time for sales orders, pricing, and inventory updates within Oracle Xstore.
- Developed automated test scripts using XML, enhancing testing efficiency by 90%.
- Documented defects and coordinated with developers to resolve issues, improving system reliability.
- Conducted regression testing to ensure stability of POS systems across multiple releases.
- Tested third-party integrations with Oracle Xstore, including Meth Check, Intellicab, EPR, and ESB.
QA Engineer
Numpy Ninja
United States, United States
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Utilized Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) methodology by creating Cucumber feature files, scenarios, and step definitions using Gherkin syntax, enhancing collaboration between QA and development teams.
- Conducted API contract testing using Postman and validated API schemas with Swagger, ensuring reliability and accuracy of RESTful services.
- Performed backend data validation using PostgreSQL, verifying database integrity and ensuring proper data mapping between APIs and UI.
- Managed project coordination and Agile task tracking through JIRA, and facilitated team communication using Slack.
- Actively participated in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and adhered to full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) best practices.
Quality Assurance Team Lead
Accenture
India, India
08.2008 - 05.2017
- Directed QA initiatives for multiple enterprise projects, delivering robust testing solutions in retail and eCommerce environments.
- Supervised and mentored QA teams, ensuring effective test planning, execution, and reporting aligned with requirements.
- Conducted manual and functional testing for mobile applications on Android and iOS, validating UI/UX and compatibility.
- Performed POS testing for retail applications, ensuring accurate transaction processing and compliance with pricing configurations.
- Designed and executed ETL test cases using IBM DataStage, confirming data integrity for Business Intelligence outputs.
- Authored and reviewed Business Requirements, System Requirements, and User Stories to define test scope and acceptance criteria.
- Coordinated UAT support for SAP SD, overseeing release readiness reviews and stakeholder walkthrough to ensure project alignment.
- Utilized HPQC, Rally, ClearQuest, and WinApproach for effective test management and defect tracking.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - BE - Mysore
VTU Extension Centre, Sri Jayachamrajendra College of Engineering Campus
Mysore08-2008
Portnov Computer School
Skills
- Python programming
- Software development lifecycle
- Mobile and web testing
- Functional and non-functional testing
- Automation and manual testing
- Exploratory and user acceptance testing
- Database and API testing
- Requirement analysis and test planning
- Test automation frameworks
- Integration and regression testing
- Cross-browser and system testing
- Agile methodologies and project management
- Defect tracking and response
- Data validation and quality assurance
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Introducing Postman
- Artificial Intelligence Foundations: Machine Learning
- SAP S/4HANA Essential Training
- Software Testing Foundations: Integrating AI into the Quality Process
- ISEB foundation training and certification | Business Analysis
Voluteering
Volunteering as Teacher for kannada Kali from Aug 2023
Volunteering for BSA ( Boys Scout Of America) from Aug 2023
Timeline
QA Engineer(POS -Oracle Xstore)
Kaiser Permanente
06.2023 - 01.2024
QA Engineer
Numpy Ninja
10.2021 - 05.2023
Quality Assurance Team Lead
Accenture
08.2008 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - BE - Mysore
VTU Extension Centre, Sri Jayachamrajendra College of Engineering Campus
Portnov Computer School
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