PERSONAL DETAILS

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+91-702*******

Hyderabad

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ragunathchilk

uru/

EDUCATION

B.Tech. in Electronic and Communication

Engineering from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi

University in 2010

CORE COMPETENCIES

Software Test Life Cycle Management

Test Process Consultation

Mobile Application Testing

Web Service Automation Testing

Designing Test Automation Governance

Project Delivery and Management

Integration & Functional Testing

Automation Testing

Defect Tracking and Validation

Configuration & Release Management

ACHIEVEMENTS

Ragunath Chilkuru

Experienced Senior Software Engineer with nearly 12 years of experience and a strong command of Core Java, Automation Testing, Automation Framework, utilizing tools such as Selenium, Appium, and REST Assured (API Testing); targeting an engaging opportunity with an organization of high repute preferably in Hyderabad

PROFILE SUMMARY

Accomplished Software Test Engineer with over a decade of experience in Health Care, Medical Devices, Telecommunications, CRM, Cloud and Storage industries, focusing on Core Java, Automation Testing, and Automation Framework

Currently operating as a Senior Software Engineer at Medtronic, leveraging Java and Appium to streamline test case automation for IOS and Android platforms, resulting in enhanced testing processes, efficiency and accuracy

Monitored quality throughout the development of software by building and testing routing protocols and managing teams of QA Engineers

Forward-focused QA Specialist: leveraged skills in end-to-end project planning and implementation from scope management, to activity sequencing, effort & cost estimation, risk analysis to quality management in line with company’s guidelines and norms Managed STLC entailing scripting, analyzing & implementing test scripts, test cases, test processes, defect reporting, bug tracking and report generation of different applications / products

Performed end-to-end testing of Command Center (With Multiple Release Versions); monitored Functional Testing (FT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Test Scripts, provided User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Testing Support, and reviewed Functional Test Scripts Showcased proficiency in conducting comprehensive functional testing for new features in the MCLH (MyCareLink Heart) Mobile App and Azure Test Pipelines, guaranteeing smooth integration into quarterly cadence releases

Proficient in formulating test planning and strategic approaches to ensure the seamless execution of quarterly releases for the MCLH app

Successfully conducted forward compatibility testing to ensure optimal application performance across various Android and IOS versions

Conducted thorough compatibility testing on cutting-edge mobile devices from Samsung, Apple, and Google, resulting in exceptional application performance Possesses a comprehensive grasp of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Software Testing principles, and fundamental technical concepts Showcased proficiency in test automation utilizing Java, Selenium 4.0 (WebDriver), Cucumber, Ruby, and Rspec

Possess a high level of proficiency in utilizing framework and scripting languages such as Selenium WebDriver, Appium, Junit, and TestNG, with emphasis on object-oriented programming

Utilizing Continuous Integration/Build tools, including Jenkins, Azure Pipelines. SVN, BitBucket, and Gradle; gained valuable experience in testing and automating RESTFul Webservices using REST Assured (REST API Testing) and Jersey Client

Conducting Regression Testing, UI Testing, Feature Testing, and Interoperability testing; possess advanced skills in test case design and execution, leveraging tools like Jira and Rational Clearcase Proficient in the creation and upkeep of comprehensive test documents, encompassing test cases, test approach/plan documents, and Traceability Matrix; familiar with Docker for containerization and Vagrant for virtual machine management Performed Manual, Functional, System, Integration, Regression, Security, Performance and End- to-End Testing for web based, Mobile and client server applications Established, implemented, and improved QA infrastructure, test procedures, process, and quality standards in accordance with overall development and product releases WORK EXPERIENCE

Senior Software Engineer, Medtronic Since Aug’20 Role:

Implementing successful offshore team models to enhance bandwidth and testing cycles Managing QA environment on build and release management Enhancing testing capabilities guided by standard best practices, policies and procedures Received award for Medtronic Mindset:

Compete to Win

Received award for Medtronic Mindset: Move

with Speed and Decisiveness

Felicitated with Won Hackathon Award in

Pega

Recognized with WOW award in Pega for

SharePoint Integration

support to multiple customers

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Mentoring Quality Analysts on test plan and test case development Coordinating with business analysts’ / product managers and development teams to assess requirements and engage in project review and status meetings Designing, tracking and disseminating metrics to monitor software quality Setting up and managing communication between development teams Preparing, designing and leading the test strategy and test plan for all projects; reviewing activities such as requirements review, design review, test strategy review and test case review Updating test plans, creating test cases and test scenarios for assigned functional areas Establishing and enforcing standard test processes and deliverables (including defect management and quality metric reporting) within the gated process to streamline testing and support automation and manual testing efforts

Administering requirements gathering, collation of project functional and technical requirements

Following-up with stakeholders / clients throughout the project lifecycle to ensure full understanding of needs and concerns; attending the conference calls and participating in daily meetings

Coordinating with the developers and discussing the technical problems, reporting bugs and supporting the team in rectifying issues; performing usability, GUI, functional & integration testing

Performing complex functional, application, and regression tests, planning & implementing automated testing along with timely releases of product and production escalation patches Developing plans for individual career plans including performance reviews, succession planning, hiring and training

Highlights:

Implemented Java and Appium to automate test cases for IOS and Android platforms, improving testing processes, efficiency, and accuracy

Played a key role in the successful integration of new features for MCLH Mobile App and Azure Test Pipelines into quarterly cadence releases, ensuring a seamless user experience Devised comprehensive test planning and strategy to ensure the successful implementation of quarterly releases for MCLH app. Executed forward compatibility testing to guarantee smooth application functionality across different Android and IOS versions Performed extensive compatibility testing on the latest mobile devices from Samsung, Apple, and Google, leading to optimal application performance PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE

Senior SDET, Pega Systems Feb’16-Aug’20

Highlights:

Identified and resolved critical defects by conducting root cause analysis, implementing effective bug tracking systems, and providing timely feedback to the development team, resulting in a 40% reduction in product defects

Automated tests using Appium, Core Java, Ruby, Rspec, Selenium, and Cucumber Automated the API using REST-Assured, Cucumber, JUnit. Led a team of 2 software developers and testers to design and implement an automated testing framework, resulting in a 30% increase in test coverage and a 20% reduction in testing time Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute test plans for complex software systems, ensuring product quality and adherence to industry standards Senior Software Engineer Software AG June’15-Jan’16 SVT Engineer Sonus Networks July’12-April’15

PERSONAL DETAILS

Date of Birth: 26th April 1989

Languages Known: English, Hindi & Telugu

Address: SR Nagar, Hyderabad. Pin: 500038

Selenium WebDriver Java Appium REST

Assured Junit TestNG Cucumber Ruby

Rspec Git SVN Jenkins BitBucket Gradle

REST API Testing Jersey Client Regression

Testing UI Testing Feature Testing

Interoperability Testing Jira Rational

Clearcase Docker Vagrant Oracle Virtual Box

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