Sameera Musunuru
Granite Bay
Summary
Dynamic UAT Test Lead with expertise in user acceptance testing and quality assurance. Proven ability to develop comprehensive test cases and coordinate testing efforts, resulting in improved compliance and enhanced software performance. Committed to leveraging testing expertise to drive impactful initiatives and ensure high-quality deliverables.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
UAT Test Lead
Centene Corp
St Louis
04.2010 - Current
- Led user acceptance testing for software solutions within healthcare organization.
- Coordinated testing schedules and resources across multiple project teams.
- Developed comprehensive test cases and scenarios based on user specifications.
- Trained team members on UAT processes and quality assurance best practices.
- Ensured regulatory compliance throughout the testing lifecycle.
- Reviewed and provided feedback on test cases designed by other team members.
- Identified risks during UAT phase and communicated them to project leads effectively.
- Analyzed system performance data to identify areas for application improvement.
QA/Delivery Manager
Verizon Business
Sacramento
05.2005 - 01.2010
- Developed and implemented quality assurance policies and procedures to enhance compliance standards.
- Led cross-functional teams to improve product quality and ensure adherence to regulations.
- Conducted root cause analysis to promptly identify defects and implement corrective actions.
- Analyzed testing results, providing insights for process improvements and performance optimization.
- Documented testing processes, including bug tracking, test cases, and scenarios for consistency.
- Evaluated existing quality assurance processes, implementing necessary adjustments to enhance effectiveness.
- Reviewed customer feedback to drive enhancements in product quality and user experience.
- Provided technical guidance on software development lifecycle issues to QA team members.
QA Analyst
Secretary of State office
Sacramento
12.2004 - 05.2005
- Developed and maintained comprehensive test plans, cases, scripts, and data for testing.
- Reviewed requirements documents to create targeted test plans aligned with customer objectives.
- Executed tests across various platforms, including web applications, mobile devices, and software components.
- Performed functional, integration, system, regression, and user acceptance testing to ensure quality.
- Collaborated with developers to analyze root causes of defects and propose effective solutions.
- Utilized Jira for defect tracking throughout the quality assurance process.
- Provided training and support to junior QA team members on testing best practices.
- Documented testing processes and results to facilitate verification and compliance.
Education
Master of Science - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
UAB
Birmingham, ALSkills
- User acceptance testing
- Test case development
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk assessment
- Performance analysis
- Quality assurance
Accomplishments
- Top performer award - Q3 2025, Wellcare Migration Project
Timeline
UAT Test Lead
Centene Corp
04.2010 - Current
QA/Delivery Manager
Verizon Business
05.2005 - 01.2010
QA Analyst
Secretary of State office
12.2004 - 05.2005
Master of Science - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
UAB