Sravya Pagadala
Test Analyst/ Test Team Lead
Fairland
Summary
Driven and ambitious IT professional with a proven history of exceeding goals and achieving high client satisfaction ratings. I am seeking an Analyst position with a fast-growing technology company where I can carry my enthusiasm for relationship-building and passion driven innovation. Experienced Software Tester with hands-on background in testing various development projects. Successful at testing based on customer requirements to produce on-target deliverables. Demonstrated expertise in leading-edge software development and testing methods.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
37
37
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Test Team Lead/ Project Management
Multichoice
08.2023 - Current
- To develop test plan and organize test scripts for UAT (COUPA and SAP FICO)
- Responsible for distributing work activities across the team
- To perform adhoc testing and update test approach timely based on the issues picked in adhoc testing
- To facilitate UAT for In-country team by arranging necessary test plans, accesses and input data
- To identify bugs (UI, data, calculations, etc), log them on azure devops and assign it to responsible team
- To identify gaps in test scripts/scenarios compared to BPDs and create necessary test scripts
- To arrange UAT sessions with In-country testing team and business team and walk them through the test approach
- To follow up with clients for UAT signoff and document any new requirements/ bugs raised in UAT session
- Participating in all levels of discussions with Technical \ Functional Teams for understanding the issues
- Communicated regularly with stakeholders to provide updates on project status and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Reviewed test cases created by team members to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established standards.
- Led a team of testers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software products.
- Coordinated with external vendors for specialized testing services when necessary, ensuring seamless integration into existing workflows.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing among team members through documentation efforts.
- Improved overall team performance by providing mentorship and guidance on best testing practices.
Test Analyst
Niraah Consultancy (RMB)
11.2022 - 07.2023
- To develop test plan and test new that data in new database is aligned with Power BI report
- To prepare and execute test plan to test Power BI report is aligned with the design document/ client document
- To perform adhoc testing and update test approach timely based on the issues picked in adhoc testing/ prior MVPs
- To identify redundant bugs and update regression suite accordingly for each MVP
- To identify bugs (UI, data, calculations, etc), log them on JIRA and track them until closure
- To identify gaps in requirements and log them against feature analyst to get the design document updated
- To arrange UAT sessions with client and present the Power BI report after each MVP is implemented in production
- To follow up with clients for UAT signoff and document any new requirements/ bugs raised in UAT session
- Participating in all levels of discussions with Technical \ Functional Teams for understanding the issues
- Analyze the team load and share the work accordingly
- Coordinated with IT teams to ensure successful implementation of Power BI report
- Ensured smooth communication between QA and development teams, participating in regular meetings to discuss progress updates and address challenges collaboratively.
CIB – Test Lead (UAT)
Owethu Managed Services (ABSA)
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Responsible for writing test scenarios derived from user stories, UAT and country walk throughs
- Preparing development strategies and Execution plan for this program
- Attending all the programs kick off meetings with various stake holders
- Coordination with country users to make them understand the newly developed functionalities and assist in testing the same
- Effectively manage the team in all situations for a successful project delivery
- Participating in all levels of discussions with Technical \ Functional Teams for understanding the issues
- Analyze the team load and share the work accordingly
- Preparation of status reports for all deliverables in UAT.
- Improved software quality by designing and implementing comprehensive test strategies and plans.
- Reduced defect leakage rate by conducting thorough root cause analyses and proactively addressing areas of concern in future release cycles.
- Managed cross-functional teams, providing guidance and supervision to junior testers and ensuring proper adherence to best practices.
- Delivered high-quality products on schedule through effective use of automated regression tests, minimizing human error during repetitive tasks.
- Streamlined testing processes for increased efficiency and reduced overall test cycle time.
- Executed test cases and documented defects, confirming resolution and mitigation of defects.
- Conducted regression testing of existing products.
- Trained new test employees on equipment and company guidelines to promote productive and high-quality work.
- Created testing scenarios for long-term and expedited development schedules.
- Carried out tests to identify, report and repair bugs and glitches.
- Teamed on planned tests and time-sensitive ad hoc requests.
- Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
Test Team Lead/ Project Management
Wipro Technologies (SBSA)
07.2011 - 02.2019
- Responsible end to end development and unit testing
- Preparing development strategies and Execution plan for this program
- Attending all the programs kick off meetings with various stake holders
- Preparing high level estimation and Work break down structure
- Responsible for Capacity management and resource Invoicing
- Coordination activities between Onsite / Offshore
- Effectively manage the team in all kind of situations for a successful project delivery
- Participating in all level of discussions with Technical \ Functional Teams for understanding the issues
- Responsible for Monthly management report, Monthly Executive reports
- Analyses the Team load and share the work accordingly
- Make sure all the team members are fully cross skilled
- Responsible for training the new joiners to the team in the technical / domain aspects
- Co-ordinate and mentor the team for technical and business challenges
- Preparation and review of status reports for all deliverables
- Responsible for External Review Tracking and control
- Attending cab meetings to provide approval for Code changes based on Release notes
- Interaction with client and update the status/issues on a daily basis.
- Led a team of testers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software products.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing among team members through workshops, presentations, or documentation efforts.
- Managed resources effectively, ensuring optimal utilization of personnel, tools, and equipment during test execution.
- Participated in agile development processes, attending scrum meetings and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.
- Improved overall team performance by providing mentorship and guidance on best testing practices.
- Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
- Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
Education
Master of Science - Software engineering
BITS
Pilani, India 04.2001 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Computer science, Maths and Physics.
VIJAYAM DEGREE AND PG COLLEGE
Chittoor, India 04.2001 - 04.2011
No Degree - Maths, physics and chemistry
Shri Vidyarthi Junior College
Chittoor, India 04.2001 - 04.2008
No Degree - Science
Samantha English Medium School
Chittoor, India 04.2001 - 04.2006
Skills
IBM BPM workflow managementundefined
Personal Information
- Passport Number: T3250161 (Valid until April 2029)
- Date of Birth: 09/01/91
- Marital Status: Married
- Work Permit: PR with ID
Accomplishments
Promoted as Team Lead in 2016 and led 5 cross-functional teams
Certification
Agile 4.0
Timeline
Test Team Lead/ Project Management
Multichoice
08.2023 - Current
Test Analyst
Niraah Consultancy (RMB)
11.2022 - 07.2023
CIB – Test Lead (UAT)
Owethu Managed Services (ABSA)
01.2021 - 10.2022
Test Team Lead/ Project Management
Wipro Technologies (SBSA)
07.2011 - 02.2019
Master of Science - Software engineering
BITS
04.2001 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Computer science, Maths and Physics.
VIJAYAM DEGREE AND PG COLLEGE
04.2001 - 04.2011
No Degree - Maths, physics and chemistry
Shri Vidyarthi Junior College
04.2001 - 04.2008
No Degree - Science
Samantha English Medium School
04.2001 - 04.2006
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