Software Quality Test Engineer

Sudharani Kunchala

Software QA Engineer

Email: *********@*****.*** LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sudharani-k-7b4765243/ 408-***-**** San Diego, CA

Skills

● Tools: Jira, Test Rails, Postman, Swagger, MongoDB, Splunk, Jenkins, GitHub Co-pilot, Selenium, Airtable, SQL Server 2013, HP ALM

● Version Control: Git, SVN

● Languages: Java, Python, .Net

Professional Summary

● 7+ years of experience in manual and automation testing, specializing in the Internet of Things (IoT).

● Deep expertise in sensor integration for printers and enabling communication with IoT platforms.

● Strong understanding of software-firmware interaction, flashing printers with new firmware, and the distinct phases of SDLC, STLC, and defect debugging.

● Proficient in reviewing business requirements and developing test plans, strategies, cases, data, procedures, and reports.

● Expert in API, web-based application, and mobile application testing. Key Achievements

● Awarded for pioneering AI integration in QA processes, boosting test accuracy and efficiency by 30%.

● Implemented end-of-day defect triage, reducing bug resolution time by 25%.

● Resolved site-level testing issues through strategic collaboration, demonstrating exceptional project management skills.

● Mentored 5+ junior testers, enhancing team skills and project deliverables. Work History

Software Test Engineer

HP, San Diego Sep 2022 – Present

● Conducted testing of web-based standalone applications, iOS, and mobile platforms to ensure quality, functionality, and seamless performance.

● Automated regression testing scenarios using Selenium WebDriver, significantly reducing manual testing efforts and accelerating release cycles.

● Identified and troubleshooted critical defects, prioritized them in Jira, and collaborated with developers to ensure timely resolutions.

● Performed weekly release validations, regression testing (manual and automated), and defect verification to maintain build stability and ensure high-quality releases.

● Designed and maintained Jira dashboards for tracking KPIs, improving project transparency and aiding strategic decision-making.

● Uncovered high-impact bugs and worked cross-functionally to resolve them promptly, minimizing production issues.

● Created and optimized test cases to enhance manual and automated testing processes, improving overall test efficiency.

● Strengthened product reliability through comprehensive functional, regression, and performance testing. QA Engineer

ClassCalc, Los Angeles, CA June 2021 – Sep 2022

● Collaborated with product owners to convert requirements into actionable user stories.

● Executed end-to-end testing for web, mobile, iOS, and Android platforms within an Agile framework.

● Led bug triage meetings to prioritize and resolve issues efficiently.

● Led initiatives to document QA reports thoroughly and accurately. Quality Analyst

Telus Inc., Canada Mar 2018 – June 2021

● Led functional, usability, and user acceptance testing for telecom products, managing defect tracking using HP ALM.

● Conducted batch testing using control-m and collaborated with cross-functional teams for consistent test delivery.

● Led client calls to understand product requirements and ensured design modifications met their needs.

● Developed and executed test cases, identifying and prioritizing defects for resolution. QA Engineer

Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc., CA Nov 2016 – Mar 2018

● Executed manual and automated tests for medical software, focusing on functionality and GUI testing.

● Developed and maintained Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for enhanced testing processes.

● Streamlined workflows, boosting team productivity by over 20%. Certifications

● ASTQB Certified Tester, Advanced Level Test Analyst (CTAL-TA)

● ASTQB Certified Tester, Foundation Level (CTFL)

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