Naga Praneetha Patibandla
Quality Engineer Lead
Hyderabad,TS
Summary
Dynamic Quality Engineering Lead with over 14 years of experience in driving innovative test strategies, automation, and quality assurance leadership within the healthcare sector. Currently serving as Senior QE II (QE Manager) at Optum, skilled in leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, compliant solutions. Developed an advanced AI-powered web automation tool using Playwright, Python, and OpenAI, significantly reducing manual QA efforts while enabling self-healing test execution through intelligent adaptation to UI changes. Proven success in enhancing release quality, accelerating test cycles, and scaling automation frameworks across web, API, and performance testing environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Quality Engineer
Optum, UnitedHealth Group
11.2015 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance quality assurance processes across multiple projects.
- Designed and implemented an AI-powered web automation framework, leveraging Playwright and Python, and utilizing OpenAI for enhanced testing capabilities.
- Architected automation frameworks for web applications, API testing, and performance validation.
- Developed and implemented quality metrics to assess project performance and compliance.
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices in software testing and quality control methodologies.
- Streamlined defect tracking process, reducing resolution time through improved communication protocols.
- Facilitated training sessions on quality engineering principles, enhancing team knowledge and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with product development teams to integrate quality standards in early design phases.
- Conducted root cause analyses for major defects, driving continuous improvement initiatives across departments.
Sr. Quality Analyst
Artech Info System Pvt Ltd
12.2014 - 10.2015
- Designed and implemented automation frameworks using Selenium, TestNG, and Cucumber.
- Developed BDD frameworks with Gherkin-based test scenarios and reports.
- Worked on healthcare applications with a focus on automation and functional testing.
- Led and optimized testing processes aligned with client requirements, ensuring efficiency and adherence to project timelines.
- Collaborated closely with clients and cross-functional teams, providing regular updates, and ensuring on-time deliverables.
- Managed defect tracking, reporting, and analysis, delivering insights through weekly status reports and quality reports.
- Contributed to UAT validation, security testing, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Sr. Quality Analyst
MWebware Software Services Pvt Ltd
06.2011 - 11.2014
- Led QA efforts as a senior QE, driving end-to-end testing strategy and execution.
- Owned test planning and estimation, ensuring accurate timelines, and efficient resource utilization.
- Analyzed requirements and provided strategic recommendations to enhance application usability and business value.
- Engineered and optimized testing processes aligned with client needs, ensuring quality delivery within deadlines.
- Designed test scenarios, acceptance criteria, and automated test scripts using Coded UI.
- Conducted security testing to ensure application reliability and compliance.
- Managed team workload and coordination, improving productivity, and ensuring timely execution of deliverables.
- Oversaw the defect management lifecycle, including tracking, reporting, and root cause analysis.
- Collaborated closely with clients, providing regular updates, insights, and ensuring stakeholder alignment.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing better tools and testing.
Education
Master of Computer Applications -
Sir C. R. Reddy College
Skills
Proficient in AI-driven test automation
Rally project management
Skilled in programming with Java, Net, and Python
Automation with Jenkins, Azure DevOps, and GitHub Actions
Experience with Selenium and Playwright
Experienced in using Microsoft Azure(BlobStorage, CosmosDB, Service Bus)
Experienced with IDEs including Visual Studio and IntelliJ
Accomplishments
- Built AI-based self-healing test automation to reduce QA effort.
- Developed scalable frameworks for Web, API, and E2E.
- Used OpenAI and Copilot to enable adaptive testing and faster delivery.
Timeline
Lead Quality Engineer
Optum, UnitedHealth Group
11.2015 - Current
Sr. Quality Analyst
Artech Info System Pvt Ltd
12.2014 - 10.2015
Sr. Quality Analyst
MWebware Software Services Pvt Ltd
06.2011 - 11.2014
Master of Computer Applications -
Sir C. R. Reddy College
Personal Information
- DOB: 25 March
- Marital Status: Married