Anand Kumar
Scrum Master
Bengaluru,KA
Summary
With over 17 years of extensive experience, I have established a distinguished track record in Software Development, Manual Testing, Automation Testing, and as a Scrum Master. My expertise encompasses a wide range of testing areas, including System, Functional, GUI, Regression, and Web Services testing. Additionally, I possess proficiency in Android testing and Big Data Testing. Throughout my career, I have cultivated a profound understanding of various domains such as ERP, Leasing, Manufacturing, Android, and Data Analytics.
Experienced Scrum Master with proven track record of successfully leading teams in developing high-quality software solutions on time and within budget. Skilled in multiple Agile methodologies, stakeholder management and sprint planning. Highly organized in managing complex projects with multiple deadlines.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
27
27
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Scrum Master
Zebra Technologies
03.2015 - Current
- Orchestrated agile transformations and cultivated cohesive team dynamics in my dual role as Scrum Master and Test Lead for the ZDNA CLOUD Team
- Coordinated daily stand-up meetings to discuss project progress and identify roadblocks.
- Ensured timely delivery of high-quality products by removing impediments faced by development team.
- Supported creation of collaborative work environment that encouraged innovation among team members.
- Monitored team performance metrics to ensure optimal productivity levels were maintained throughout projects.
- Coached teams on self-organization techniques to promote cross-functional skill development and collaboration.
- Assisted in refining user stories, ensuring they met acceptance criteria and were well-defined.
- Facilitated sprint planning, grooming and retrospection sessions, ensuring team members understood their tasks, timelines, backlog, Ownership and Accountability.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
- Conducted risk assessments for potential issues that could impact project success or timelines.
- Enabled team to become self-organized and self-managed through consistent coaching.
- Tracked sprint progress using burn-down charts and other visual aids.
- Organized training workshops for employees new to Scrum or those seeking additional knowledge on Agile methodologies.
- Maintained transparency with stakeholders through regular status updates on project progress.
- Resolved conflicts within team, promoting open communication and collaboration.
- Prepare the test Estimation, in terms of Resource and Schedule for Manual and Automation Testing.
- Prepare the Test Plan, Test Strategy, Program review report and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis.
- Responsible for build deployment in Test server and hosting of new demo server and UAT server.
- Prepared architecture of Automation Framework to run Automated continuous script to test the Cross-BU solution.
- Performing End to End testing (Automated Solution Testing, Client and Server Testing, Fire-store Database, Storage, Authentication and Rule validation).
- Responsible for reviewing UX and providing ID's before development.
- Performing Scalability Test and helping in identifying the performance bottleneck.
- Hiring new talent and grooming them for existing and new project.
Technical Test Lead
Infosys Ltd.
05.2013 - 03.2015
- Led the automation initiatives for Intel.com, enhancing operational efficiency and user experience.
- Automated Functional Test Scripts by using Selenium API’s Eclipse IDE Tool
- Prepared framework to automate ADOBE CQ5
- Prepare the test Estimation, in terms of Resource and Schedule for Manual and Automation Testing
- Prepare the Test Plan, Test Strategy and Risk Analysis
- Performing E2E solution, Regression and CFA testing to ensure that application is corrected and completed in SIT
- Performing Scalability Test and helping in identifying the performance bottleneck
- Leveraged advanced debugging tools to efficiently identify and resolve issues during testing phases.
- Facilitated post-release reviews to assess overall project success and identify areas for improvement moving forward.
- Managed defect tracking systems, maintaining clear communication channels between testers and developers for prompt resolution of issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of newly developed features.
- Attended weekly status meetings and provide detailed status report to the Managers.
- Sending daily status updates.
- Review meeting with Clients on Effort Estimation and proposed solution for automation'
- Evaluated third-party testing tools and made recommendations for strategic investments that improved overall team capabilities.
- Mentored junior testers in best practices and methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth within the team.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
- Provide Technical consultancy to Cisco Client.
Sr. Software Engineer
Hexaware Technologies
12.2011 - 04.2013
- Analyzing and Understanding the business and functional requirements
- Creation of Manual Test Scenarios and Test Cases
- Preparation of Automation Test Scripts using Selenium
- Executing the Automation Test Cases
- Performed Web-Service testing (Automated Unit Web Service Testing, WSDL
Compliance Testing, Web Service Scenario Testing, Web Service Integration Testing). - Automated Functional Test Scripts by using Soap UI & Selenium API’s Automation Tool
- Creation test script using groovy script
- Reporting the Test results to the client on daily basis
- Leading and Managing Team members
- Sending daily status updates
- Attended weekly status meetings and provide detailed status report to the Managers
- Performed POC for work for various clients
- Preparation of effort estimation for Automation Testing
- Review meeting with Clients on Effort Estimation and proposed solution for automation
- Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team productivity.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.
Software Engineer
CGI Information System & Management Consultancy
09.2007 - 09.2011
- Responsible for development in AMS Advantage-HRMS, Finance, ESS & VSS
- Used Java / J2EE, ORACLE 10g
- Developed scalable and maintainable code, ensuring long-term stability of the software.
- Developed reusable components that significantly reduced development effort on multiple projects.
- Consistently met project deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks according to importance.
- Analyzed proposed technical solutions based on customer requirements.
- Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.
- Refactored legacy codebases for improved maintainability, paving the way for easier future updates.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of software components.
Education
MBA - International Business
Pondicherry University
04.2001 - 01.2014
MCA -
Visvesvaraya Technological University( M.S.R.I.T)
09-2007
BSc - Computer Sc.
Osmania University
08-2004
HSC -
CBSE
06-2000
Skills
Linux
Oracle 10g
SQL Server 2005
SQL
Java
Python
XML
Websphere60
AWS
GCP
QTP 100
IBM Rational Clear Quest
Scrum framework expertise
Resource planning
Project planning
Team facilitation
JIRA
Backlog management
Coaching and mentoring
Conflict resolution
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/13/82
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issues through consumer testing.
- Conducted multiple test-fests and hackathons.
- Won first prize for the best idea in the Zebra Cloud Hackathon 2024.
- Secured first prize in the Zebra Technical Innovation Fest 2024 for the AI chatbot solution.
- Achieved first prize in the Zebra Technical Innovation Fest 2015 for Device Data Analytics.
- Received numerous accolades, including the Zem Award.
Awarded Best Project at Infosys in 2015.
Timeline
Scrum Master
Zebra Technologies
03.2015 - Current
Technical Test Lead
Infosys Ltd.
05.2013 - 03.2015
Sr. Software Engineer
Hexaware Technologies
12.2011 - 04.2013
Software Engineer
CGI Information System & Management Consultancy
09.2007 - 09.2011
MBA - International Business
Pondicherry University
04.2001 - 01.2014
MCA -
Visvesvaraya Technological University( M.S.R.I.T)
BSc - Computer Sc.
Osmania University
HSC -
CBSE