I am a ISTQB Foundation level certified tester with proven experience in QA across mobile, web, and ERP-like systems. I understand business requirements and translate them into comprehensive test plans, test data, and automated scripts using XPath, CSS, XML, XSLT and Page Object Model. I have hands-on experience testing EPOS machines and creating SharePoint web pages, and I thrive in Agile (SCRUM), Waterfall, and Iterative delivery environments. I bring a quality-to-break mindset, strong collaboration with developers, and a track record of delivering QA activities with zero escalations and on-time completion. I have domain knowledge across Media, Education, Government, Email Servers, and Retail, and I am proactive in learning new technologies to continuously improve testing processes and outcomes.

Soumya Kovuru

I am a ISTQB Foundation level certified tester with proven experience in QA across mobile, web, and ERP-like systems. I understand business requirements and translate them into comprehensive test plans, test data, and automated scripts using XPath, CSS, XML, XSLT and Page Object Model. I have hands-on experience testing EPOS machines and creating SharePoint web pages, and I thrive in Agile (SCRUM), Waterfall, and Iterative delivery environments. I bring a quality-to-break mindset, strong collaboration with developers, and a track record of delivering QA activities with zero escalations and on-time completion. I have domain knowledge across Media, Education, Government, Email Servers, and Retail, and I am proactive in learning new technologies to continuously improve testing processes and outcomes.

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I am a ISTQB Foundation level certified tester with proven experience in QA across mobile, web, and ERP-like systems. I understand business requirements and translate them into comprehensive test plans, test data, and automated scripts using XPath, CSS, XML, XSLT and Page Object Model. I have hands-on experience testing EPOS machines and creating SharePoint web pages, and I thrive in Agile (SCRUM), Waterfall, and Iterative delivery environments.

I bring a quality-to-break mindset, strong collaboration with developers, and a track record of delivering QA activities with zero escalations and on-time completion. I have domain knowledge across Media, Education, Government, Email Servers, and Retail, and I am proactive in learning new technologies to continuously improve testing processes and outcomes.

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Language

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Work Experience

Java Role Engineer at Cigniti Technologies Pvt Ltd (ACoforge Company)
August 1, 2021 - Present
Lead sprint-level QA efforts using Agile methodologies; develop and execute test cases based on requirements and design specifications; translate functional and technical requirements into comprehensive test cases; lead test planning, documentation, and execution across the system; perform functional, regression, and integration testing; collaborate with developers and other stakeholders to resolve issues; contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within QA processes; authorize QA approvals using Azure DevOps; maintain strong attention to detail to identify obscure defects.
QA Engineer (Mobile Testing) at Synchroserve Global Solutions
June 1, 2018 - May 1, 2021
Setting up and maintaining test environments, including devices and simulators; manual testing using iOS Simulator and Android emulator; design, develop, and execute manual and automated test cases for web and mobile applications; experience with mobile device farms like Sauce Labs; identify functional tests for automation; collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project objectives and troubleshoot issues.
Test Analyst at BP Australia, Melbourne
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Extensively worked on payment switch testing across platforms such as Base24-eps and Connex/Ideal; performed functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing for card transactions across ATM, POS, e-commerce, issuer, and acquirer flows; validated ISO 8583 message formats, field mappings, and authorization logic; executed regression cycles and supported platform upgrades, DR testing, and verification of transaction logs and settlements; collaborated with multiple teams to resolve defects and ensure adherence to network specifications.
QA Analyst at Atmail Pty Ltd
September 1, 2014 - December 1, 2014
Utilized Virtual Machines to create and decommission test environments; used Kanban boards to manage workflow; developed and documented QA processes; wrote test cases and scenarios; performed defect triage using JIRA; involved in end-to-end testing including mobile, web, UI, and accessibility testing.
QA Analyst at Australia Post (Secure Pay)
September 1, 2013 - March 1, 2014
Researched and understood data behavior from XML and XSLT; validated test cases against EFTPOS system; fixed barcode formatting issues and performed BVT; tested services through gateways, phones, and web; participated in defect management and retesting; prepared test data and documented custom logic; tested credit and debit card transactions and supported transaction switching.
Test Specialist at AAP News Centre, Sydney
November 1, 2012 - September 1, 2013
Quality Assurance for Medianet projects; used Gherkin with SpecFlow for acceptance criteria; wrote test cases in Cucumber (BDD); identified and prepared automation test cases; executed manual cross-browser testing; maintained internal SharePoint sites.
Test Analyst at Senath Pty. Ltd., Melbourne
August 1, 2011 - October 1, 2012
Writing, reviewing, and executing test cases for cloud collaboration projects; documenting test risks; testing deployed applications from cloud service providers; ensuring risk management and test plan adherence.

Education

Master of Information Technology at University of Ballarat, Australia
January 1, 2010 - May 9, 2026
Bachelor of Information Technology at JNTU University, India
January 1, 2007 - May 9, 2026

Qualifications

ISTQB/BCS - Foundation level certification
January 11, 2030 - May 9, 2026
ACS Certification – Associate Level Certificate
January 11, 2030 - May 9, 2026
TOSCA AUTOMATION – Level 1
January 11, 2030 - May 9, 2026
TOSCA AUTOMATION – Level 2
January 11, 2030 - May 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Government, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Software & Internet

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