Python , C, C Programming
Prasanth Kumar Mekala
Fremont
Summary
Dynamic Software QA Engineer with a proven track record at Cisco, excelling in security testing and SQL. Adept at enhancing software quality through innovative automated solutions and effective team collaboration. Recognized for mentoring junior staff and driving successful project outcomes, ensuring robust and scalable applications that meet user needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Software QA Engineer
Cisco
06.2015 - Current
- Resolved technical issues and forecasted troubleshooting complications during software trials.
- Developed and executed QA test cases, scripts and procedures for automated software maintenance.
- Supported trouble sites to mitigate obstacles and foster successful client delivery.
- Collaborated with QA analysts to establish, meet and maintain quality assurance thresholds based on best-practice tools.
- Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
- Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
- Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
Test Manager
HCL America (Client: Facebook)
11.2014 - 06.2015
- Maintained bug reporting system for logged faults, delegating issues to development personnel for remediation.
- Updated ongoing testing procedures for software to account for changes resulting from post-release patches.
- Performed compatibility testing on [Software], verifying absence of conflicts.
- Reviewed bug reports and error logs, translating data into digestible reports for senior leadership personnel.
Technical Leader
Mphasis An HP
04.2014 - 11.2014
- Improved systems with addition of new features and infrastructure.
- Provided educational expertise and mentoring to junior team members.
- Teamed on development of technology roadmap spanning [Number] years.
- Inspected equipment, assessed functionality, and optimized controls.
Technical Lead
Mphasis An HP
06.2010 - 04.2014
- Created proofs of concept for innovative new solutions.
- Designed and implemented scalable applications for data extraction and analysis.
- Designed and developed forward-thinking systems that meet user needs and improve productivity.
- Documented software development methodologies in technical manuals to be used by IT personnel in future projects.
Senior Software Engineer
Wipro Technologies
08.2006 - 09.2009
- Coordinated with other engineers to evaluate and improve software and hardware interfaces.
- Delivered unit-tested systems within customer-prescribed timeframes.
- Collaborated with fellow engineers to evaluate software and hardware interfaces.
- Developed robust, scalable, modular and API-centric infrastructures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communications Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Hyderabad06-2005
Skills
- Security testing
- SQL
- Git proficiency
- Manual testing
Accomplishments
- Achieved developing python framework and libraries by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
Software
AWS cloud Knowledge
Virtulaization Technologies
Python Framework and Library development
Network Protocols
Storage Technologies
SAN, NAS, FC , FCOE protocols
Interests
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
Timeline
Software QA Engineer
Cisco
06.2015 - Current
Test Manager
HCL America (Client: Facebook)
11.2014 - 06.2015
Technical Leader
Mphasis An HP
04.2014 - 11.2014
Technical Lead
Mphasis An HP
06.2010 - 04.2014
Senior Software Engineer
Wipro Technologies
08.2006 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communications Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University