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Padmavathi KanchakkaGari

@padmavathikanchakkag

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ISTQB Certified Test Professional with 10+ years in Software Testing.

India

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What I'm looking for

I seek a challenging role in a dynamic environment that fosters growth and innovation.

With over a decade of experience in software testing and test management, I am an ISTQB Certified Test Professional dedicated to delivering high-quality software solutions. My expertise spans functional and automation testing across web, mobile, and desktop applications, ensuring that I contribute effectively to every project I undertake.

Throughout my career, I have led high-performance testing teams, successfully managing large-scale cross-functional projects using Agile-Scrum, V-Model, and Waterfall methodologies. I have developed robust automation frameworks utilizing Selenium WebDriver with Java and Cucumber, significantly reducing manual testing efforts and improving product quality. My commitment to excellence is reflected in my ability to mentor new hires and optimize testing processes, contributing to the overall success of my teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

IM & T Test Analyst

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Jul 2024 - Dec 2024 (5 months)

Responsible for testing multiple applications including the Nervecentre EPR, which manages critical hospital functionalities. Designed and executed manual and automation test scripts, ensuring functionality and data integrity across systems. Developed robust automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver with Java and Cucumber.

Selenium Webdriver Java Cucumber TestNG Automation Testing Manual Testing API Testing Agile Scrum JMeter

Test Lead

ARS Traffic & Transport Technology

Apr 2019 - Mar 2023 (3 years 11 months)

Led a team of 8 testers to deliver high-quality projects using Agile-Scrum. Designed and implemented manual and automated test suites, built a data-driven framework using Selenium WebDriver, and performed end-to-end testing of UI and APIs.

Selenium Webdriver Java Cucumber TestNG API Testing Agile Scrum Jenkins GitHub Automation Framework

Senior Test Engineer

ATTINAD Software

Aug 2013 - Mar 2019 (5 years 7 months)

Tested web and mobile applications, automated testing with Selenium and TestNG, and conducted API testing with Postman. Collaborated with stakeholders to clarify requirements and created comprehensive test plans and execution reports.

Selenium TestNG API Testing Manual Testing Jira BrowserStack SQL Test Plans User Acceptance Testing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

CMR Institute of Technology

Master of Computer Applications, Computer Applications

Master of Computer Applications (MCA) from CMRIMS, Bengaluru. The program provided a comprehensive understanding of computer applications, software development, and project management.