Srikanth Popuri

About Srikanth Popuri

With over 21 years of professional IT experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and leadership in Project Management, Software Product Quality Assurance, and cutting-edge technology solutions. My career has spanned various domains, including Healthcare, Insurance, Banking, and Technology, with a strong foundation in Testing, QA, Data Analytics and Data Warehousing. Recently, I have expanded my learning into AI and Machine Learning, positioning myself at the forefront of technological innovation. Key Highlights: • Leadership and Team Management: Directed global, cross-functional teams across India, the US, and the UK, ensuring seamless project execution and fostering a culture of excellence. • Project and Program Management: Expert in Project Management and Agile frameworks, adept at developing comprehensive project plans and ensuring timely delivery. • Technical Expertise: Mastered testing and QA methodologies, established Testing Centers of Excellence (CoEs), and pioneered best practices across multiple projects. • Financial Markets and Fintech: Transitioned into capital markets, trading strategies, and derivatives (Options), successfully managing Fintech and Trading IT systems projects. • AI and Machine Learning: Actively pursuing expertise in AI and Machine Learning to drive innovation and enhance project outcomes. • Client and Stakeholder Engagement: Excelled in client interactions, delivering impactful product demonstrations and ensuring high levels of satisfaction. • Non-Profit Initiatives: Participated in groundbreaking projects in Pulse Diagnostics, with revolutionary impact on the alternative medicine industry. Was also fortunate to work on digitization of ancient palm leaf manuscripts with Sanaathan Jeevan Trust and TTD, preserving valuable historical knowledge. Certifications: 1. PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) 2. Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) 3. ITIL v3-F Certified 4. ISTQB Certified Testing Professional 5. IBM Certified Database Associate - DB2 v9 My career is defined by a commitment to excellence, a passion for leadership, and a drive for innovation. I am dedicated to leveraging my skills to deliver transformative projects and exceptional results in the technology consulting industry, with a keen interest in AI and Machine Learning to stay ahead in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Experience

1. Independent Consultant

   Freelancing

   Jul 2017 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

Education

• Osmania University

  Bachelor of Computer Applications, Computer Applications

  2000 — 2003

• Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation - University

  Master of Computer Applications - MCA, Computer Science

Skills

• Requirements Gathering
• Smoke Testing
• Sql
• Quality Assurance
• Agile Methodologies
• Itil
• Pmo
• Istqb Certified
• Software Quality Assurance
• Project Management
• Project Management Office (Pmo)
• Test Planning
• Software Development Life Cycle (Sdlc)
• Test Management
• Databases
• Testing
• Scrum
• Quality Center
• Agile Project Management
• Regression Testing
• Hp Quality Center
• Oracle
• Requirements Analysis
• Erwin
• Pmp
• Db2
• Data Modeling
• Sdlc
• Product Management
• Itil V3 Foundations Certified
• Program Management
• Software Project Management
• Ibm Db2
• Manual Testing