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POOJA SIRIVELLA

Tempe

Summary

Detail-oriented Quality Assurance Engineer with over 3.4 years of experience in manual, automation, and API testing. Proven ability to design and execute comprehensive test plans and create robust automation frameworks that ensure high-quality software releases. Expertise in functional, regression, system, and API testing across diverse domains. Strong collaborative skills demonstrated through effective teamwork within Agile environments to enhance software reliability.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

QA Engineer

Bank of America
Chicago
03.2024 - 02.2025
  • Led and executed manual and automation testing for web and API-based applications, ensuring all functionalities met business and technical requirements
  • Designed, developed, and maintained automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, and Cucumber, improving test coverage and reducing manual effort
  • Conducted API testing using Postman, RestAssured, and SOAP UI, validating API requests, responses, error handling, and integrations with backend systems
  • Designed, reviewed, and executed comprehensive test plans and test cases based on functional, non-functional, and business requirements, ensuring thorough test coverage
  • Performed database testing by writing complex SQL queries to verify data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across different database environments
  • Integrated automated test scripts into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, enabling continuous testing and early detection of defects in the software development lifecycle
  • Conducted manual testing of web applications, ensuring that all functionalities meet business requirements and that the user experience remains seamless and intuitive
  • Collaborated closely with developers, product managers, and business stakeholders to refine requirements, improve test processes, and enhance software quality
  • Authored detailed test documentation, including test plans, test cases, bug reports, and test execution reports, ensuring clear traceability of testing efforts
  • Conducted cross-browser testing to ensure that applications function properly across different web browsers such as Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari
  • Worked with development teams to perform root cause analysis for defects, providing insights and recommendations for quick resolution
  • Maintained and managed test environments, test data, and configurations to support multiple ongoing projects and parallel test executions
  • Conducted usability and compatibility testing across multiple browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari) and platforms (Windows, macOS, mobile devices) to ensure a consistent user experience
  • Participated in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring alignment with development cycles
  • Worked closely with developers to analyze, reproduce, and troubleshoot defects, ensuring a thorough understanding of the root cause and effective resolution
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to junior QA engineers, promoting best practices in test automation, API testing, and defect management
  • Implemented performance testing strategies using JMeter to analyze system performance, scalability, and response times under various load conditions

Career Break

-
09.2022 - 02.2024
  • I took a professional break due to relocation and personal reasons, during which I pursued self-learning and upskilling in API and mobile testing to stay updated with industry trends.

Sr. Software Tester

RCS Tech
Bangalore
09.2021 - 08.2022
  • Designed and executed test cases and scripts for web applications, focusing on functionality, usability, and security
  • Led testing efforts for web and mobile applications in an Agile environment, ensuring high-quality software releases
  • Conducted manual and automated regression testing to validate software updates and prevent defects
  • Performed API testing using Postman and performance testing with JMeter to assess system scalability
  • Developed and maintained Selenium WebDriver automation scripts, improving testing efficiency
  • Analyzed business and functional requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline testing activities
  • Provided UAT support, defect tracking, and user training, ensuring smooth implementation of software solutions
  • Provided detailed defect reports, including steps to reproduce, expected vs
  • Actual results, logs, and screenshots, to help developers quickly identify and fix issues
  • Continuously analyzed test results and provided recommendations for improvements to enhance software performance, usability, and overall quality
  • Participated in debugging sessions with developers, using logs, breakpoints, and automation tools to pinpoint problematic code and validate fixes
  • Prepared and presented test reports and status updates to stakeholders, facilitating clear communication of testing outcomes

Quality Assurance

Mesbro Technologies
Mumbai
05.2020 - 08.2021
  • Participated in test planning and execution to ensure software applications met quality standards and adhered to functional requirements
  • Developed test cases and scenarios based on business requirements and functional documentation to ensure comprehensive test coverage
  • Executed functional, regression, and user acceptance tests (UAT) to verify that software solutions functioned as expected
  • Reported and tracked defects using JIRA and worked with development teams to facilitate timely resolution of issues
  • Collaborated with stakeholders and developers to ensure that all business and technical requirements were met throughout the software development lifecycle
  • Contributed to the preparation of test reports and maintained detailed records of testing activities and results, supporting transparency and project tracking
  • Involved in automation setup using Eclipse, Java, Selenium WebDriver, and TestNG
  • Engaged in Agile development practices, participating in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospective meetings to support continuous improvement
  • Reviewed test scenarios and test data for system, integration, and regression testing, while analyzing incidents and providing solutions

Business Analyst

Mesbro Technologies
Mumbai
05.2019 - 04.2020
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements, ensuring alignment with project goals and business objectives
  • Assessed and mapped existing business processes, identifying areas for improvement, increased efficiency, and cost reduction opportunities
  • Created detailed use cases and user scenarios to communicate business needs and ensure effective stakeholder collaboration
  • Developed Business Requirements Documents (BRD) and Functional Requirements Documents (FRD), capturing detailed business and system requirements for stakeholders and development teams
  • Supported UAT (User Acceptance Testing) efforts by validating that solutions met business requirements and functioned as intended
  • Liaised between business units and technical teams, facilitating clear communication and ensuring alignment on project deliverables
  • Prepared reports and documentation, contributing to project transparency, tracking milestones, and ensuring timely communication of project progress

Jr. Business Analyst

Accunity Services
Mumbai
07.2018 - 04.2019
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements, ensuring they align with project objectives and contribute to strategic business goals
  • Analyzed existing business processes to identify opportunities for improvement, optimize workflows, and reduce operational costs
  • Assisted in data collection, processing, and analysis to uncover trends, support data-driven decision-making, and identify key business insights
  • Created use cases and user scenarios to clearly define functional requirements and enhance communication between technical and business teams
  • Developed Business Requirements Documents (BRD) and Functional Requirements Documents (FRD) to capture and communicate detailed business and system requirements
  • Participated in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure that solutions met the defined business requirements and worked as intended in practical applications
  • Prepared detailed reports and maintained project documentation, supporting transparency and progress tracking while ensuring effective knowledge sharing
  • Served as a liaison between business units and technical teams, ensuring alignment, resolving discrepancies, and supporting the seamless execution of projects
  • Engaged in Agile methodologies, contributing to daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and iteration feedback, promoting continuous improvement in project delivery

Education

Master of Science - Information Technology

Ruia College, Mumbai University
Mumbai
05-2018

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Birla College, Mumbai University
Mumbai
07-2016

Skills

  • Test Automation
  • Manual testing
  • API Functionality Testing
  • Cross-Browser Compatibility Testing
  • Functional Testing
  • Regression Testing
  • System Testing
  • Smoke Testing
  • User Interface Testing
  • User Acceptance Testing
  • Selenium Automation Testing
  • Selenium WebDriver
  • TestNG Framework Expertise
  • Cucumber
  • JUnit Framework
  • Appium
  • Postman
  • SOAP UI
  • RestAssured
  • Java
  • Python
  • Automated Test Frameworks
  • Hybrid
  • Data-driven
  • BDD
  • SQL
  • MySQL
  • CI/CD tools
  • Jenkins
  • GitLab
  • Bug tracking
  • Defect tracking
  • JIRA
  • TestRail
  • Agile methodologies
  • Scrum

Timeline

QA Engineer

Bank of America
03.2024 - 02.2025

Career Break

-
09.2022 - 02.2024

Sr. Software Tester

RCS Tech
09.2021 - 08.2022

Quality Assurance

Mesbro Technologies
05.2020 - 08.2021

Business Analyst

Mesbro Technologies
05.2019 - 04.2020

Jr. Business Analyst

Accunity Services
07.2018 - 04.2019

Master of Science - Information Technology

Ruia College, Mumbai University

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Birla College, Mumbai University

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