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Education
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Dala Rahulji

Senior QA Engineer
Siddipet

Summary

I am a passionate Software Test Engineer (SDET) with 13+ years of combined experience across software testing and teaching, including 5 years in test automation, Salesforce testing, and microservices validation. I specialize in building scalable automation frameworks, streamlining CI/CD pipelines, and improving software quality through risk-based and model-based testing. With a background that spans both engineering and academia, I bring a unique mix of technical depth, problem-solving, and mentoring. My goal is always the same: deliver reliable, high-quality software that creates impact.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Software Test Engineer – TOSCA Automation

CCP Digital Solutions
Bhubaneswar
01.2020 - Current
  • Designed and implemented scalable automation frameworks for Salesforce CRM, reducing manual regression by 60%.
  • Built robust API test suites (Postman, Ready API) and validated backend data.
  • Streamlined CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps) for faster releases.
  • Led microservices testing, ensuring smooth service integrations and performance.
  • Actively contributed to Agile ceremonies and drove test optimization initiatives.
  • Key Wins:
  • Automated 75% of regression tests, cutting release cycles from 5 days to 1.5 days.
  • Improved defect detection by 30% with model-based testing.
  • Championed Salesforce automation across loyalty platforms.

QA Engineer – Manual & Automation

CCP Digital Solutions
Bhubaneswar
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Designed and executed test cases across web applications (manual & automation).
  • Managed defect lifecycle in JIRA and collaborated with dev teams for fixes.
  • Validated backend data with SQL queries and participated in requirement reviews.
  • Key Wins:
  • Reduced critical defect leakage by 20% through better regression coverage.
  • Delivered successful Selenium POC that later scaled across teams.

Assistant Professor – Mechanical Engineering

Sree Dattha Group of Institutions
Ibharimpatnam
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • Taught courses in Engineering Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Renewable Energy, and CAD/CAM.
  • Mentored students, developed academic materials, and guided projects.

Graduate Engineer – Manufacturing Assembly Lines

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.
Zaheerabad
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Supervised vehicle assembly lines with focus on TPM, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, and quality tools.
  • Reduced assembly defects and improved overall production efficiency.

Education

M.Tech - Machine Design

JNTU Hyderabad
01.2014

B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering

JNTU Hyderabad
01.2011

Skills

  • Experience with testing frameworks

  • Proficient in Java, Python, and JavaScript

  • Proficient in various testing methodologies

  • Salesforce testing expertise

Certification

Tricentis Tosca: Automation Specialist (L1 & L2), Test Design Specialist (L1 & L2), API Testing, Automation Engineer, Product Consultant

Accomplishments

  • Patent Granted: Solar Power Based Robotic Autonomous Vehicle Using Raspberry Pi with IoT Control.
  • Published Research Paper: “Design and Analysis of 150CC IC Engine Connecting Rod”, Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), Vol. 10, Issue 9, September 2019 (ISSN: 0377-9254)
  • Published Research Paper: “Analysis on Simulations of Automobile using ANSYS CFD”, International Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Technology (IJMET), 2019
  • Published Research Paper: “3D Model Printing Machine”, Design Engineering Journal, Vol. 2021, Issue 07 (Indexed)
  • Patent Published: “Solar Power Based Robotic Autonomous Vehicle using Raspberry Pi with Live Streaming using Internet of Things Control” – Indian Patent Office, Application No. (as per patent specification)
  • Multiple international journal publications in mechanical and automotive engineering.

Disclaimer

I do hereby confirm that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge and belief. Place: HYDERABAD Date

Personal Details

  • Name: Dala. Rahulji
  • Father name: D.Ravinderji
  • Sex: Male
  • Date of Birth: 1989-09-05
  • Languages known: English, Hindi, and Telugu.
  • Passport details: L5409689
  • Permanent address: H.No: 12-150, Prashant Nagar, Ngo’s colony, Siddipet, medak (Dist).

Timeline

Software Test Engineer – TOSCA Automation

CCP Digital Solutions
01.2020 - Current

QA Engineer – Manual & Automation

CCP Digital Solutions
01.2018 - 01.2019

Assistant Professor – Mechanical Engineering

Sree Dattha Group of Institutions
01.2014 - 01.2018

Graduate Engineer – Manufacturing Assembly Lines

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.
01.2011 - 01.2012

B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering

JNTU Hyderabad

M.Tech - Machine Design

JNTU Hyderabad
Dala RahuljiSenior QA Engineer