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Ravikumar Lokoju

Ravikumar Lokoju

Quality Engineering Leader | QA Architect | AI Engineering And Test Automation Strategist | Building Scalable Quality Practices, High-performing Teams & Enterprise Delivery Excellence
Bangalore

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Summary

Quality Engineering Leader with 18 years of experience driving enterprise-wide QA transformation, test strategy, and quality governance across complex business-critical applications. Proven track record of building and mentoring high-performing QA teams, establishing scalable automation frameworks, and leading quality initiatives that accelerate delivery while improving product reliability. Recognized for delivering measurable improvements in release quality, test efficiency, risk mitigation, and operational excellence through strategic quality engineering practices, automation-first approaches, and data-driven decision making

Overview

7
7
Certifications
18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

QA Test Lead

GalaxE Solutions
Bangalore, Karnataka
01.2017 - 03.2025

Streamlined quality assurance processes to ensure high-quality releases. Enhanced collaboration between QA, development, and client teams to improve communication and defect resolution speed. Mentored junior QA engineers, strengthening team capabilities and refining testing practices.

  • Managed QA team in formulating extensive test plans and strategies for software releases.
  • Managed execution of test cases confirming adherence to quality benchmarks and schedules.
  • Introduced automated testing frameworks to enhance overall efficiency and lower incidence of manual errors.
  • Engaged with cross-functional teams to detect defects and optimize resolution workflows.
  • Implemented root cause analysis on defects supporting continuous enhancement initiatives within QA processes.
  • Educated junior testers on best practices and tools promoting a culture of quality assurance excellence.

Senior QA Leader

Endava
Bangalore, Karnataka
03.2025 - Current
  • Improved product quality by driving robust QA processes and reducing post-release defects.
  • Led test automation and process improvements, increasing efficiency, coverage, and team productivity.
  • Delivered projects on time by leading Functional, Automation, and Performance testing efforts.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to enhance delivery processes and expedite issue resolution.
  • Mentored QA team members and implemented best practices, elevating overall team capability and performance.
  • Proactively mitigated risks and maintained high-quality standards across project releases.
  • Utilized metrics to inform decisions and guide continuous improvements in QA processes.
  • Streamlined processes, resulting in a 20% reduction in time-to-market.
  • formulated QA strategies that boosted team efficiency by 25%.

Education

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) -

JITM, Berhampur University

Accomplishments

  • BAG Champion Award
  • Key contributor with commitment to Excellence
  • Eminence and Excellence Award
  • Certification of Appreciation in extending support to the Launchpad team

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Certification

Generative AI for Testers/QA/Automation Tester(SDET) Credential ID 15150511-bvX9Pw2yU

Skills

Test case design

Test automation frameworks

Functional testing

User acceptance testing

Team mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Quality assurance management

Agile methodologies

Presentations

Performance metrics

Best practices

Affiliations

  • Functional Automation
  • Performance Automation
  • API Automation
  • PRINCE2 Practitioner
  • ITIL Foundation certified
  • FLMI Level1 Insurance certified
  • AI Tester BluePrint certification

Timeline

Senior QA Leader

Endava
03.2025 - Current

QA Test Lead

GalaxE Solutions
01.2017 - 03.2025

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) -

JITM, Berhampur University
Ravikumar LokojuQuality Engineering Leader | QA Architect | AI Engineering And Test Automation Strategist | Building Scalable Quality Practices, High-performing Teams & Enterprise Delivery Excellence