Sujata Ladda
@sujataladda
I’m a QA Lead delivering high-quality manual and API testing with 8+ years’ experience.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a QA Lead and Manual & API Testing Specialist with 8+ years of experience delivering high-quality software across Functional, API, Regression, Smoke, and Sanity testing. I define and execute QA strategies, manage defect lifecycle end-to-end, and lead sprint tracking with JIRA and Azure DevOps (ADO). I also bring strong Agile/Scrum collaboration to ensure on-time, quality releases.
In my recent roles, I’ve led a 3-member QA team, validated end-to-end workflows, and tested integrations with external platforms. I’m hands-on with Postman for REST API testing and have exposure to Selenium with Java for automation scripting, while staying grounded in solid test planning, reporting, requirement analysis, and cross-functional communication.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
QA Lead, Manual & API
Onward Technologies Pvt Ltd
Oct 2025 - Present (8 months)
Defined and implemented QA testing strategies for HRMS/HCM modules, leading a team of 3 QA engineers to deliver high-quality releases. Performed end-to-end manual testing across onboarding/offboarding, performance management, learning management, integrations (PSA/ADP), and mobile iOS/Android validation.
Test Analyst (Bupa Global)
Infosys Limited
Nov 2021 - Oct 2025 (3 years 11 months)
Designed and executed Web and REST API test cases using Postman for Bupa Global insurance applications, covering functional, regression, smoke, and sanity testing. Managed defects and reporting in JIRA and Azure DevOps, while collaborating in Agile ceremonies to improve stability and test coverage across releases.
Software Engineer QA & BA
Tech Mahindra Ltd
Sep 2019 - Nov 2021 (2 years 2 months)
Performed validation and verification of customer support requests for AT&T telecom projects, ensuring on-time delivery through close coordination with development teams. Conducted business analysis and handled contracting-related activities while tracking deliverables and defects in JIRA.
Quality & Functional Consultant
MESTECH Services Pvt Ltd
Aug 2016 - Feb 2018 (1 year 6 months)
Conducted quality reviews to ensure compliance with QMS processes and standards for life sciences clients. Created and executed functional test cases, tracked defects in JIRA, and prepared/validated design specifications and business requirements.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MGM’s College of Engg, Nanded
Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering
Grade: 77.73%
Completed B.E. in Computer Science & Engineering, scoring 77.73%.
Aurangabad Board
Higher Secondary Certificate (H.S.C.)
Grade: 81.67%
Completed H.S.C. (Higher Secondary) with a result of 81.67%.
Aurangabad Board
Secondary School Certificate (S.S.C.)
Grade: 89.53%
Completed S.S.C. (Secondary) with a result of 89.53%.
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