Radhika D
@radhikad
Test architecture and automation leader driving accessibility, quality, and client success across large-scale IT projects.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a test architecture and automation leader with 20 years of experience directing IT projects, testing processes, delivery and client success. I specialize in designing robust automation frameworks, accessibility testing, and establishing Test Centers of Excellence.
I have led large cross-functional teams (up to 70 professionals) and driven measurable outcomes including reduced time-to-market, increased test coverage, and significant post-release defect reductions. I implement CI/CD pipelines and integrate automation into release processes.
My accessibility work includes building accessibility testing programs, achieving WCAG 2.1 A/AA compliance, creating TCoE, and delivering company-wide training that increased adherence and client satisfaction.
I blend technical depth (Playwright, Selenium, Appium, Python, Java, CI/CD, Azure/AWS) with strong stakeholder engagement and people leadership to deliver reliable, inclusive software on time and within budget.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Accessibility Test Lead
Thomson Reuters
Oct 2024 - Present (11 months)
Leading accessibility testing initiatives and implementing automated accessibility frameworks to ensure WCAG 2.1 A/AA compliance and improve user experience for people with disabilities across products.
Test Manager
Accenture
Nov 2007 - Aug 2024 (16 years 9 months)
Directed large-scale testing, automation and TCoE initiatives across multiple clients, improving test coverage and reducing post-release defects while achieving high customer satisfaction.
Manual and Automation Tester
Visual Soft (Blue Ally)
Dec 2003 - Nov 2007 (3 years 11 months)
Executed manual and automated testing for web and clinical-trial coordination applications, contributing to ETL testing, test design and defect reporting to ensure application stability.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
OUOsmania University
Master of Science, Information Systems
Master of Science in Information Systems awarded by Kasturba Gandhi College for Women, affiliated to Osmania University in 2003.
OUOsmania University
Bachelor of Computer Applications, Computer Applications
Bachelor of Computer Applications awarded by RGR Siddhanthi College for Women, affiliated to Osmania University in 2001.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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Skills
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