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Soundarya Saravanan

Shirley,UK

Summary

Over 15 years of IT Testing experience with expertise in manual and automation testing across multiple sectors including Fuel and Energy, Finance, and Healthcare. Proven track record in AX and D365 testing, significantly contributing to large-scale D365 transformation initiatives. Proficient in various testing methodologies such as unit, functional, and regression testing within agile environments. Strong skills in Selenium, SQL, and test management tools like Azure DevOps and JIRA, ensuring high-quality software delivery.

Analytical test analyst with extensive experience in manual and automated testing. Skilled in developing and implementing test plans, and experienced in working with cross-functional teams.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work history

D365 F&O Test Analyst/Support Specialist

SCC
Birmingham, West Midlands
07.2022 - 01.2026
  • Executed integration testing for General Ledger, Order to Cash, Purchase to Pay, and Project Operations with legacy systems and third-party applications.
  • Conducted extensive functional, integration, and regression testing across D365 F&O, Sales Hub, CRM, HR, CE, and PME applications.
  • Developed test scenarios and collaborated with stakeholders to identify and prioritise testing requirements.
  • Performed data migration testing and continuous regression testing throughout D365 implementations.
  • Reviewed Functional Design Documents with functional consultants to ensure alignment on specifications.
  • Prepared accurate test data for validation of each scenario, ensuring thorough coverage.
  • Utilised Azure DevOps for defect logging and bug tracking to maintain project quality.
  • Provided application support for HR, CE, Sales Hub FinOps, and Project Operations applications.
  • Developed and maintained test scripts for long-term use.
  • Devised effective test strategies in line with project scope and deadlines.
  • Coordinated user acceptance testing to confirm product met end-user expectations.
  • Participated in Agile sprints; kept pace with iterative developments.
  • Reviewed requirements documentation, validated against actual software behaviour.
  • Collaborated with development team to streamline communication channels.
  • Documented test cases for ease of replication.
  • Built and maintained strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to help meet team objectives.
  • Worked closely with technical team members while providing clear updates to non-technical stakeholders.

Senior Test Analyst

Huws Grays
Worcester
11.2015 - 06.2022

Conducted testing for .NET application Grafhire, ensuring functionality and performance.

  • Executed integration testing across multi-business modules, verifying system compatibility.
  • Performed testing on asset management, customer management, invoicing, and financial modules.
  • Managed billing systems, overseeing customer payments and invoice reconciliations.
  • Completed interface testing for modules including NService Bus and BizTalk.
  • Tested reporting modules such as financial reporting and asset depreciation.
  • Contributed to AX implementation testing during migration from OPAL to AX.
  • Utilised tools like Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio and Azure DevOps for efficient test management.

Senior Test Analyst

CGI
Birmingham
06.2014 - 11.2015
  • Involved in testing Microsoft Dynamics AX, CRM, GFN, and SCOL solutions.
  • Conducted comprehensive testing of Customer Relationship Management, invoicing, card management, and pricing functionalities.
  • Executed SQL database queries for batch testing using SQL Server.
  • Generated daily and monthly invoices while performing accounts reconciliation each month.
  • Managed defects through triaging and implemented robust defect management strategies.
  • Executed user acceptance testing and smoke testing with clients to ensure product quality.
  • Created requirements while linking test scripts and defects in HP ALM, leading team activities.
  • Coordinated stakeholder management and guided team members to adhere to deadlines.

Senior Test Engineer

FLEETCOR Technologies
Birmingham
05.2013 - 04.2014
  • Conducted testing for Shell client’s fuel card payment applications, including customer and billing modules.
  • Derived and executed test cases based on functional specifications within tight timelines.
  • Performed manual and automation testing, covering various types including boundary and white box testing.
  • Maintained and executed automated Java test scripts for regression testing across multiple builds.
  • Supported UAT, verifying defects raised and ensuring appropriate resolutions.
  • Tracked bugs using TFS and created test cases in Test Manager.
  • Collaborated with technical development team in Agile environment, releasing patches bi-weekly.
  • Assisted Test Manager with release activities for GFN application supporting specialised payments.

Functional Test Engineer

Clear-Com
Cambridge
10.2011 - 01.2013
  • Conducted functional testing of Intercom devices to enhance intercommunication efficiency.
  • Executed functional tests on Clear Com Panels and Matrix systems, creating essential test artefacts.
  • Provided accurate estimates for each testing phase to optimise project timelines.
  • Tracked bugs effectively using Bugzilla, gaining substantial knowledge of FPGA codes.
  • Trained team members on Clear Com devices including panels and antennas.
  • Demonstrated strong understanding of agile processes to facilitate rapid development cycles.
  • Manually connected panels to Matrix systems, verifying signal integrity through rigorous testing.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Software test engineer

Pi Shurlok ltd-Client Jaguar Land Rover
Cambridge
04.2011 - 10.2011
  • Conducted HMI system testing for client Jaguar Land Rover.
  • Executed functional testing of real-time applications in automotive settings.
  • Created use cases and generated, executed test cases in real-time environments.
  • Verified and validated XML results to ensure accuracy and functionality.
  • Developed debugging skills in C# within Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 under .NET framework.
  • Identified bugs and analysed test results for continuous improvement.
  • Utilised Application Simulator automation tool for executing test cases.

Test Lead, Automation /Test Analyst, AS400 Program Analyst

Wipro Technologies
Bangalore
01.2006 - 01.2010
  • Transitioned component testing to offshore locations and managed release activities.
  • Facilitated process improvements between QA and Development teams.
  • Conducted requirement walkthroughs with business analysts and developers.
  • Reviewed request and response XMLs for accuracy.
  • Prepared XML files according to ICD and mapping documents for web service testing.
  • Tested web services using XML post for various order flows, verifying response XMLs.
  • Triaged defects alongside technical lead and developers to ensure resolution.
  • Executed Chargeback Project Testing Phase I & II to modernise chargeback functionalities.
  • Reviewed technical specifications with keen attention to detail, strengthening product design.
  • Conducted regression testing to maintain consistent system functionality.
  • Conducted functional testing to ensure seamless user experience.
  • Handled multiple projects simultaneously whilst meeting strict deadlines.
  • Identified defects in software applications by conducting detailed analyses.

Education

Master’s - Software Engineering

BITS PILANI
India

Bachelor of Science - Applied Sciences

PSG College Of Technology
India

Skills

  • Over 15 years of experience in field of IT Testing Have worked in Manual and Automation testing
  • Experience in Fuel and Energy, Finance, Communications, Automotive, Merchanting and Healthcare Industries
  • Good Experience in AX and D365 testing Worked in one of biggest D365 transformation program
  • Good Knowledge in Selenium, Leapwork, TestAutomate tools
  • Experience in Unit, Functional, System, Integration, web-Based, Regression, Data Migration and UAT testing in agile development life cycle
  • Experience in defining testing methodologies, defining test strategy, test plans, test cases and test summary report, verifying and validating web-based applications and documentation of required test artifacts based on standards and effective QA implementation of software development life cycle
  • Experience in Functional and non-Functional testing I have very good experience in Defect tracking and Working knowledge of SQL and Coordinating with team in release activities
  • Conducted performance testing against defined approach
  • Experienced in working with CMM Level 5 Company which focuses on quality of software SDLC processes Handled multiple ongoing projects and have led a team of 4
  • Test Management Tool : Azure DevOps, Test Manager, TFS, Quality Center, Bugzilla, JIRA
  • Test Automation Tool : TestAutomate, QTP, Application Simulator, JMeter, Leapwork
  • Operating System : Windows & OS400
  • Programming Languages : C, C, C#, RPGILE, CL, JavaScript, SQL
  • Platforms worked on : DB2, AS400, C# in Microsoft Visual Studio 2010, SSMS, Postman API, Microsoft Dynamics D365(FinOps, ProjOps, PME, SCM, CRM, RDR, Sales Hub, HR, Ecore Mapping, Integration Monitor)
  • Others trained : AX, HTML, XML, JavaScript, VB script, Selenium

HOBBIES

Music, Social Networking, Fashion, Dance, Yoga, Cooking

Accomplishments

  • Developed innovative solution that profited the business. Customer newsletter announced our project name in their achievement section as “small innovative change created a huge profit to the company”.
  • Received ‘Thanks a Zillion' award from 'Wipro Technologies' for best performance as an offshore lead.

Timeline

D365 F&O Test Analyst/Support Specialist

SCC
07.2022 - 01.2026

Senior Test Analyst

Huws Grays
11.2015 - 06.2022

Senior Test Analyst

CGI
06.2014 - 11.2015

Senior Test Engineer

FLEETCOR Technologies
05.2013 - 04.2014

Functional Test Engineer

Clear-Com
10.2011 - 01.2013

Software test engineer

Pi Shurlok ltd-Client Jaguar Land Rover
04.2011 - 10.2011

Test Lead, Automation /Test Analyst, AS400 Program Analyst

Wipro Technologies
01.2006 - 01.2010

Master’s - Software Engineering

BITS PILANI

Bachelor of Science - Applied Sciences

PSG College Of Technology
Soundarya Saravanan