Sharada Gopinath
@sharadagopinath
QA Manager with expertise in product management and quality assurance.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned QA Manager with extensive experience in product management and quality assurance, having worked with ConAm Technologies and Indxx Capital. My career is marked by a commitment to excellence, where I have successfully achieved a 50% reduction in defects through effective test planning and team leadership. My expertise lies in Salesforce and Selenium, and I am passionate about Agile methodologies and continuous improvement.
Throughout my career, I have managed product development for various projects, collaborating closely with stakeholders to gather and refine business requirements. I have led high-performing test teams, implemented QA processes, and developed test automation solutions that have significantly enhanced product quality. My ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders has been instrumental in driving operational efficiency and delivering key projects on time.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
QA | Product Management
ConAm Technologies
Feb 2023 - Dec 2023 (10 months)
Managed product development for the Real Estate Solutions product on the Salesforce platform, collaborating with stakeholders to refine business requirements and translate them into actionable user stories. Oversaw the development and launch of the product using Salesforce Experience Cloud, implementing custom features and automating tasks to streamline operations.
Sr. QA Manager
ConAm Technologies
Jun 2019 - Jan 2023 (3 years 7 months)
Managed Quality Assurance and Testing efforts, establishing and enforcing policies that led to a 50-60% decrease in defects. Developed an internal Test Automation suite using Selenium, Java, and TestNG, and represented the QA department in cross-departmental meetings to influence strategic planning.
QA Manager / Lead
Indxx Capital Management Services
Sep 2016 - May 2019 (2 years 8 months)
Developed a comprehensive QA system and established a self-directed testing team, initiating and implementing QA processes across multiple projects. Mentored a team of 5-6 members, providing training and guidance, and created a Test Automation solution with Selenium, Java, and TestNG.
Independent Consultant (Freelancer Testing)
uTest.com
Jun 2011 - Jun 2016 (5 years)
Executed exploratory, functional, and GUI testing across various domains, including health and gaming, and developed and updated test cases while documenting bugs. Conducted testing for mobile and tablet applications on both iOS and Android platforms, collaborating on major projects.
Senior Quality Analyst (Testing & Project Auditing)
Astadia
Mar 2006 - Nov 2008 (2 years 8 months)
Formulated requirements and conducted test cases, strengthening thorough testing methodologies for applications created in Salesforce Platform & Salesforce CPQ. Independently managed QA processes, conducted various types of testing, and prioritized software bugs for swift resolution.
Software Programmer
Chandrakant Information Software Solutions (CISS)
Aug 2002 - Sep 2004 (2 years 1 month)
Worked as a Software Programmer, contributing to various software development projects. Gained foundational experience in programming and software solutions.
Software Programmer
Radium Technologies
Jan 2000 - Jun 2002 (2 years 5 months)
Served as a Software Programmer, involved in the development and maintenance of software applications. Developed skills in programming and technical problem-solving.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Scrum Champions
Scrum Master Course, Scrum & Agile Concepts
2024 - 2024
Completed an online Scrum Master Course through Scrum Champions, focusing on Scrum and Agile concepts. This certification enhanced my understanding and application of Agile methodologies in project management and quality assurance.
ISTQB
ISTQB Foundation Level Certification, Software Testing
2016 - 2016
Obtained the ISTQB Foundation Level Certification, demonstrating foundational knowledge in software testing principles and practices. This certification validates my expertise in various testing methodologies and quality assurance processes.
A.P. Productivity Council
Post Graduate Diploma, Computer Programming & Methods
1998 - 1999
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Programming & Methods at A.P. Productivity Council. This program provided in-depth knowledge and practical skills in computer programming and various computational methods.
S.V. University
Bachelor of Arts, Mathematics, Accountancy & Statistics
1995 - 1998
Earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from S.V. University, specializing in Mathematics, Accountancy, and Statistics. This comprehensive program provided a strong analytical foundation and quantitative skills essential for problem-solving.
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