Pavan Kumar Kotana
Custom Software Engineering Analyst
Hyderabad
Summary
Dedicated and results-oriented professional with a proven track record in test planning, automation, and stakeholder engagement. Experienced in driving software reliability and streamlining testing processes. Seeking a challenging role to utilize expertise in implementing comprehensive test strategies, developing automated scripts, and fostering collaboration across teams. Committed to achieving project milestones and ensuring the resilience of applications.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Software Tester
Accenture Solutions Private Ltd
Hyderabad
04.2021 - Current
- Spearheaded team efforts in implementing test plans and strategies to fortify software reliability
- Engaged with key stakeholders to streamline testing procedures and achieve project milestones effectively
- API testing using Postman, ensuring thorough evaluation of endpoints and functionality
- Prepared test data, aligned with code and algorithm logic for comprehensive testing coverage
- Defined and identified test cases for new application development.
- Improved software quality by executing thorough test cases and identifying critical defects.
- Developed and managed automated test scripts utilizing Java, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in testing processes
- Automated end-to-end flows in UI using Selenium in JAVA, marginally enhancing testing efficiency and accuracy
- Actively participated in defect review, build, and release meetings, fostering collaboration between Development and Business Teams
- Supervised junior resources in knowledge transfer and task execution, contributing to overall team's growth and development
- Played key role in resolving production issues, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations
- Prepared and communicated weekly and monthly status reports, providing stakeholders with comprehensive insights into testing progress and outcomes
- Collaborated closely with Development Teams and Product Owners to align testing objectives with project goals and requirements
- Conducted functional, integration, system, and acceptance testing activities to validate software functionality
- Utilized Selenium WebDriver to create automated test scripts for web-based applications
- Analyzed test results, identified defects, and effectively tracked and reported issues
- Collaborated effectively with stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of testing activities, highlighting strong communication and teamwork skills essential for project success.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communications Engineering
Vignan's Institute of Information Technology
Duvvada, India 07.2016 - 09.2020
Skills
Core Java
Selenium WebDriver
GIT Version Control
Software Testing
Software Development Life Cycle
Scrum/Agile Methodologies
Software Bugs and Defects
Defect Management
User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Product Testing
undefinedOrganizational projects
Custom Software Engineering Analyst | June 2020 - Current
- The project enables ticketing, booking and shares an invaluable and seamless experience for the guests to explore.
- Led Automation efforts for products related to the project, utilizing Node JS based framework support for BDD testing with Gherkin, I have parameterized test cases to execute multiple scenarios, enhancing test coverage and detecting potential edge cases.
- Built and executed test cases using Selenium Java and TestNG considering the test case flows from qTest.
Preferred Locations
- Hyderabad
- Chennai
Soft Skills
- Collaborator
- Communicator
- Planner
- Critical Thinker
- Numerical Competence
- Problem Solver
- Time Management
- Team-oriented
Timeline
Software Tester
Accenture Solutions Private Ltd
04.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communications Engineering
Vignan's Institute of Information Technology
07.2016 - 09.2020
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