Hari Ravi
About Hari Ravi
Hari Ravi is a QA Lead and Staff Automation Engineer with expertise in UI automation and API testing, currently working at Overstock. He has a strong background in software development, having held various roles in notable companies, and holds a Master's degree in Data Science from Western Governors University.
Work at Overstock
Currently, Hari Ravi serves as a QA Lead/Staff Automation Engineer at Overstock, a position he has held since 2014. In this role, he focuses on quality assurance and automation testing, leveraging his expertise in UI automation and API testing. His responsibilities include leading teams and ensuring that software products meet high standards of quality and performance. His work emphasizes open communication and results-driven approaches, contributing to the overall success of projects within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Hari Ravi holds a Master's degree in Data Science (Analytics) from Western Governors University, which he completed from 2020 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology and Research Academy, studying from 1999 to 2003. His educational background supports his expertise in UI automation, API testing, and integrating APIs with React, which enhances user experiences.
Background
Hari Ravi began his career as a Software Trainee at Eutech Cybernetics in 2004, where he worked for 9 months. He then joined Sify as a Junior Software Developer for 9 months in 2004-2005. Following that, he worked at Trimble Navigation as a Senior Engineer for 3 years from 2005 to 2008. He further developed his skills at NIIT Technologies Limited as a Team Lead from 2011 to 2014 and spent 10 months as a Computer Programmer Analyst at Droisys Inc in 2010-2011.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Hari Ravi has demonstrated significant contributions to software development and quality assurance. He achieved a 30% improvement in data processing efficiency by utilizing FastAPI for high-performance RESTful APIs. He is known for his ability to uncover critical edge cases, ensuring superior software performance and reliability. His proficiency in test management methodologies and integrating CI/CD pipelines further enhances his effectiveness in leading complex projects.