Vijayendra Yalavarthi
About Vijayendra Yalavarthi
Vijayendra Yalavarthi is a Senior Software Test Engineer with extensive experience in software quality assurance and testing. He has worked for notable companies such as AXIS Capital and Mastercard, and holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
Work at AXIS Capital
Vijayendra Yalavarthi has been employed at AXIS Capital as a Senior Software Test Engineer since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring the quality of software products through rigorous testing and defect tracking. His expertise in scripting and documentation supports effective defect management, contributing to the overall efficiency of the software development lifecycle. He operates from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, where he applies his knowledge of AGILE methodologies to enhance software quality assurance processes.
Previous Experience at ekSource Technologies
Prior to his current position, Vijayendra worked at ekSource Technologies Pvt. Ltd. as a Senior Software Quality Assurance Analyst from 2018 to 2020. During his two-year tenure in Pune Area, India, he focused on software quality assurance, utilizing his skills in defect management and testing methodologies. This role further developed his capabilities in ensuring software reliability and performance.
Experience at Mastercard
Vijayendra served as a QA Automation Engineer at Mastercard from 2016 to 2018. Based in O'Fallon, Missouri, United States, he contributed to the automation of testing processes, enhancing the efficiency of quality assurance practices. His work involved utilizing various automation tools, which laid a foundation for his subsequent roles in software testing.
Education and Expertise
Vijayendra holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where he studied from 2014 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Computer Science from Acharya Nagarjuna University, completing his studies from 2009 to 2013. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in software testing, defect management, and automation tools.
Technical Skills and Tools
Vijayendra possesses a diverse skill set in software testing and quality assurance. He is proficient in using automation tools such as Selenium, Katalon, Spock, and Microfocus UFT. His experience includes working with databases like Oracle 9i and SQL Plus, as well as utilizing test management tools such as Mercury Quality Center, Team Foundation Server, and Test Rail. He is familiar with continuous integration tools like Jenkins and Atlassian Bamboo, and has basic knowledge in testing automation, which he aims to develop further.