Ravi Venkata

About Me

I apply a user-centric approach to solution development, leveraging my engineering mindset to architect and implement large-scale initiatives through structured program management methodologies. As a Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), I facilitate cross-functional collaboration to address organizational challenges, delivering scalable solutions that drive business outcomes while maintaining focus on enhanced user experiences across the enterprise.

Skills

Core Competencies

Program & Product Management
Strategic leadership
Cross-functional collaboration
Risk Assessment & Mitigation
Business Process Optimization
Data-driven decision making
Compliance & Governance
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Technical Expertise

Accessibility Standards (e.g.,WCAG)
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
AWS Cloud & AI Implementation
Inclusive Design Principles
Quality Assurance & Testing
OKR & KPI Management

Tools & Platforms

Project Management: JIRA, Confluence, Asana, Smartsheet, Sharepoint
Quality Assurance: HP ALM, TestRail
Design: Figma, InVision, Lucid
Analytics: Amazon QuickSight, Google Analytics
Productivity: Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite
EAM: IBM Maximo Application Suite

Work Experience

Program Manager - Accessibility

Amazon Web Services

Herndon, VA October 2022 - Present

As AWS's accessibility leader, I spearheaded compliance for 200+ products, architected the enterprise-wide Accessibility Platform, and delivered the Accesssibility Testing SDK to enable automated testing of accessibility features. I also led the launch of the redesigned AWS Accessibility website and increased the number of unique visitors by 4800%.

Program/Product Manager - Accessibility

Disney

Remote, USA September 2020 - September 2022

I established Disney's accessibility program, transforming its culture from reactive to proactive in developing accessible user experiences. I architected a comprehensive framework that tracked compliance metrics across the organization and implemented systematic remediation processes to enhance overall usability.

Accessibility S.M.E / Sr. QA Engineer

Disney

Glendale, USA; Orlando, FL March 2012 - August 2020

I spearheaded accessibility audits across Disney's consumer digital portfolio, serving as the subject matter expert for cross-functional teams seeking guidance on inclusive design principles. Additionally, I directed quality assurance initiatives for DisneyParks marketing websites and Maximo EAM applications.

QA Engineer

Data Solutions, Inc

Remote, USA August 2011 - February 2012

I executed comprehensive manual testing protocols for client applications, meticulously validating functionality and performance against business-critical requirements. Concurrently, I engineered a centralized test case repository featuring an integrated metrics dashboard.

Technical Associate

Wipro

Hyderabad, India May 2008 - July 2009

I developed comprehensive test strategies aligned with business requirements, implementing traceability matrices to ensure complete feature verification. I created executive-friendly reporting dashboards that highlighted key metrics and insights while maintaining robust documentation standards.

Engineering Intern

Airtel

Hyderabad, India April 2006 - May 2006

I analyzed network signal data to pinpoint coverage gaps, partnering with senior engineers to develop cost-effective optimization solutions. I translated technical findings into actionable recommendations for management, emphasizing measurable service quality improvements. I cultivated specialized expertise in telecom infrastructure assessment and practical network enhancement methodologies.

Education

Master's Degree in Computer Software Engineering

Stratford University

Falls Church, VA

2010 - 2011

Bachelor's Degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering

J.N.T. University

Hyderabad, India

2004 - 2008

Awards & Recognition

AWS Leadership Principle Award

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Recognized for excellence in Delivering Results through outstanding performance and leadership

Certifications

Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)

Scrum Alliance

Issuing Organization: Scrum Alliance

Professional certification demonstrating expertise in Agile product management, stakeholder collaboration, and value-driven product development

Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC)

International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP)

Issuing Organization: IAAP

Professional certification demonstrating expertise in accessibility standards and best practices

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Issuing Organization: AWS

Foundational certification in AWS cloud concepts, services, security, architecture, pricing, and support