Kavya Rapolu

Business Analyst

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919-***-****

Professional Summary:

● Around 10+ years of experience in Bussiness Analyst for web-based applications.

● Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define, analyze, and evaluate business systems and user needs, aligning them with the overarching mission of improving outcomes for Texas students.

● Led the formulation of systems to parallel overall business strategies, employing insights into business process reengineering to enhance the effectiveness of organizational workflows.

● Leveraged industry-standard business process mapping and reengineering techniques to streamline complex workflows and align them with technology-driven solutions.

● Prepared comprehensive solution options, employing risk identification and financial analyses, including cost/benefit, ROI, and buy/build evaluations, ensuring well-informed decision-making.

● Authored detailed descriptions of user needs, program functions, and actionable steps required to develop or modify computer programs, ensuring clear communication between stakeholders and development teams.

● Played a vital role throughout the software development life cycle, from initial requirement establishment to the meticulous management of requirements specifications.

● Employed expertise in system analysis and design to create mockups and wireframes, collaborating closely with UX designers to develop user-centric designs for websites and online applications.

● Championed the creation and documentation of reports, reinforcing transparent communication and ensuring a holistic understanding of project progress.

● Demonstrated strong communication, writing, organizational, and facilitation skills in interactions with stakeholders and team members.

● Showcased a high level of expertise in business process improvement, optimizing workflows to achieve enhanced operational efficiency.

● Applied modern requirements gathering techniques to ensure alignment with the rapidly evolving technology landscape.

● Leveraged Atlassian Jira to efficiently manage project tasks, ensuring seamless coordination among teams and timely project delivery.

● Prior experience and familiarity with the TSDS platform and TEA applications, enabling immediate contribution to ongoing initiatives. Technical Skills:

Methodologies Agile-Scrum, Waterfall, SDLC, STLC, Bug Life Cycle Languages Java, SQL, Excel

Cloud AWS, DevOps, and AZURE

IDE Eclipse

Tools Assure DevOps, JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint

Integration Tools Jenkins, GitLab

Database Tools SQL Server, MS Access, Oracle, MySQL. Hard Skills Business Process Improvement

Software Project Management

Business Analysis

Visio

SharePoint

User Acceptance Testing

Scrum

Agile & Waterfall Methodologies

Educational Qualification:

B.Tech in Information Technology, G Narayanamma Institute of Technology and Sciences, JNTU, Hyderabad.

Professional Experience:

LTIMindtree - NC, USA

Senior Business Analyst December 2021 - Present

Responsibilities:

● Collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into comprehensive system requirements documents, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

● Employed expertise in system analysis and design to develop mockups and wireframes, facilitating user-centric design for websites and applications.

● Led business process reengineering initiatives, identifying opportunities for optimization and alignment with overall business strategies.

● Guided projects through the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring seamless integration of quality assurance practices.

● Developed user stories and use cases, promoting a clear understanding of project objectives among stakeholders and development teams.

● Collaborated closely with UX designers to create mockups and wireframes, enhancing user experiences and aligning designs with customer expectations.

● Designed and documented comprehensive reports, providing stakeholders with transparent insights into project progress and outcomes.

● Demonstrated strong communication, writing, and organizational skills, facilitating effective communication between teams and stakeholders.

● Leveraged expertise in business process improvement to optimize workflows and drive operational efficiency.

● Utilized modern requirements gathering techniques and experience with Atlassian Jira to enhance project management and alignment.

Bekaert - NC, USA

Business Analyst April 2019 - November 2021

Responsibilities:

● Defined and executed comprehensive test strategies, ensuring the quality of software solutions aligned with organizational objectives.

● Provided leadership to QA teams, offering guidance and mentorship to ensure effective testing processes and project success.

● Developed detailed test plans and managed the execution of various testing types, including unit, integration, and regression testing.

● Monitored and analyzed key quality metrics, providing insights into testing results to drive process improvements.

● Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to align quality objectives, manage requirements, and ensure successful project outcomes.

● Led the implementation of automated testing solutions, enhancing testing efficiency and accuracy.

● Conducted risk assessments and developed mitigation plans to ensure project success and quality delivery.

● Maintained detailed documentation of test cases, scripts, and reports, supporting transparent communication among team members.

● Advocated for continuous process improvement, sharing insights to optimize testing processes and enhance efficiency.

● Ensured adherence to industry standards and internal quality policies, contributing to Bekaert's reputation for delivering reliable software solutions. HCL Technologies - Hyderabad, India

Senior Analyst January 2017 - March 2019

Responsibilities:

● Analyzed and interpreted business requirements, translating them into comprehensive test plans and strategies for effective execution.

● Designed and developed detailed test cases and scenarios, ensuring comprehensive coverage of system functionalities.

● Executed test cases, identified defects, and collaborated with development teams to verify and validate software fixes.

● Conducted thorough regression testing to ensure software stability and maintain overall system integrity.

● Maintained detailed documentation of test cases, results, and defects, supporting transparent communication among team members.

● Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and alignment of testing efforts.

● Stayed updated with industry trends and emerging technologies, applying the latest testing methodologies to enhance software quality.

● Managed the end-to-end defect lifecycle, from identification and logging to verification and closure.

● Provided training and mentorship to junior test engineers, fostering a culture of learning and improvement.

● Adhered to established testing processes and standards, contributing to the overall improvement of software quality assurance practices. HCL Technologies - Chennai, India

Analyst December 2013 - November 2016

Responsibilities:

● Collaborated with stakeholders to analyze and define detailed business requirements, forming the foundation for effective testing strategies.

● Developed comprehensive test plans, outlining testing objectives, scope, and methodologies.

● Designed and developed detailed test cases, ensuring alignment with business requirements and system functionalities.

● Executed test cases, identified defects, and worked closely with development teams to verify and validate software fixes.

● Conducted thorough regression testing to ensure software stability and maintain overall system integrity.

● Maintained detailed documentation of test cases, results, and defects, facilitating transparent communication among team members.

● Managed defect tracking and resolution, ensuring timely issue resolution for quality software releases.

● Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align testing efforts with project goals and objectives.

● Stayed updated with industry trends and emerging technologies, applying the latest testing methodologies.

● Adhered to established testing processes and standards, contributing to the overall improvement of software quality assurance practices.

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