14+ years of experience in Software Quality Engineering and QA Management, specializing in efficient test strategies and leading teams for exceptional software products. Expertise in designing and implementing automation frameworks, integrating AI-driven tools, and optimizing CI/CD pipelines for enhanced efficiency and reliability. Proven track record managing global QA teams, fostering collaboration, and mentoring professionals for technical excellence. Ability to align QA processes with organizational objectives for seamless delivery of high-quality solutions. Successfully reduced cycle times and improved product quality through innovative testing methodologies.
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Leoraj Devaraj
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Dotdash Meredith
QA Manager
10.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Implemented risk-based testing strategies that prioritized high-risk scenarios, enabling efficient use of resources during tight deadlines.
- Improved overall efficiency of the QA department through strategic planning and resource allocation.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination between QA, development, and support departments.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to establish key performance indicators for the QA team, driving continuous improvement efforts throughout the organization.
- Promoted continuous learning within the QA department through regular workshops and trainings focused on evolving industry best practices.
TVS Next
QA Manager
05.2018 - 04.2021
Job overview
- Delivered SessionM (A Mastercard company) loyalty projects as Individual contributor for Starbucks in Philippines (2020), Indonesia (2018), Starbucks Game MatchTwo (2020) (US) & Bingo (2019) (US) and with team of 5 QA engineers for 2 years project The1 Central Mall (2020) Thailand.
- Developed Webdriver.io automation framework for Web and API to run across different browsers and devices.
- Implemented CI/CD pipeline integration for automated testing and validation triggered on pull request (PR) approval in Bitbucket.
- Performed performance testing for Restful API before Go-Live for projects delivered in APAC for MasterCard clients.
- Increased customer satisfaction with products by ensuring consistent quality across all platforms and devices.
- Streamlined bug reporting process, expediting resolution times for critical issues.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Meredith (Time inc. India)
SDET II
05.2017 - 05.2018
Job overview
Virtusa Polaris
Consultant
08.2016 - 04.2017
Job overview
- Client: British Telecom
Tech Mahindra Ltd.
Senior Software Engineer
02.2011 - 07.2016
Job overview
- Client: AT&T Americas Inc
Education
Anna UniversityChennai, TN
Bachelor of Technology from Information Technology
01.2009
University Overview
Skills
- Agile methodologies proficiency
- Quality assurance expertise
- Training and mentoring
- Cross-functional team leadership
- JUnit/TestNG/Mocha
- JIRA
- AWS ECS, S3, Lambda, Cloudwatch, Insights
- MySQL, Oracle, NOSQL
- Java, Selenium, Rest Assured
- Nodejs, Webdriverio, Cypress, Playwright
- Jenkins, AWS CodeBuild
- GitHub / BitBucket
- SOAP, REST Assured
- Postman, SOAP UI
- Java, JavaScript, TypeScript
- Jmeter / K6/ Locust
- Test automation frameworks
Certification
Certified Tester (Foundation Level), ISTQB, 12/01/15
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Pioneered the transition from Cypress to Playwright, reducing test suite execution time by 40% and improving defect detection rates.
- Nominated for Best Manager Award 2023 at Dotdash Meredith.
- Dream Test Award QA2 2020 at TVSNext.
- Star Performer award in Q4 2017 at Meredith (Time inc.) India.
- Twice Won ACE Award (Associate Consecutive Excellence) in 2014 & 2015 at Tech Mahindra Limited.
- Awarded Grand Salute - The Livewire in 2014 at Tech Mahindra Limited.
- Received Pat on the Back award in 2012 and 2015 by Vice president of AT&T.
Timeline
QA Manager
Dotdash Meredith
10.2021 - Current
QA Manager
TVS Next
05.2018 - 04.2021
SDET II
Meredith (Time inc. India)
05.2017 - 05.2018
Consultant
Virtusa Polaris
08.2016 - 04.2017
Senior Software Engineer
Tech Mahindra Ltd.
02.2011 - 07.2016
Anna University
Bachelor of Technology from Information Technology
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