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BIKASH SAHU

Summary

  • Delivered consultancy in technical testing and architecting high-quality test solutions and achieve highest ROI
  • Showcased understanding of software testing methodology and best practices while enforcing quality standards
  • Facilitated shift-left and test-driven development on all projects & increased overall quality by 17% and reduced cycle time by 5 days per iteration
  • Skilled in project management and Test Architecture for planning, design, scope definition, estimation, resource administration & process compliance, development, execution, ensuring delivery and operations within time, cost and quality specifications
  • Expertise in SQA (Software Quality Assurance) process to drive the creation of relevant and detailed test plans; enhanced software quality using Agile methodology and minimized defects
  • Certified Professional Scrum Master (PSM1) with insightful experience in Agile Methodology and managing Sprints – Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-Ups, Sprint Review, Retrospective; promoted agile mindset throughout the organization
  • Experienced in performing Database, ETL / Product Testing; developed customized data driven test scripts for optimal user experience
  • Worked on E2E Testing of applications, Defect Logging & Reporting, Task Estimation, Assignment, Root Cause Analysis, exposure to Agile Scrum Methodologies
  • Hands-on experience in testing “AWS Cloud Services & Migration Projects"
  • Knowledge of automation using UFT and Selenium-Python using pytest framework
  • Possess onsite / offshore experience in demanding client environment
  • Outstanding problem-solving, communication & analytical skills; enabled knowledge sharing among teams; coached & implemented Agile Practices

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Test Manager

SRKay Consulting Group
Pune
09.2019 - Current
  • Led a team of 17+ members in executing end-to-end Software Testing and Quality Assurance projects within the US Airlines sector.
  • Organized, managed, and led multiple project implementations across various functional teams
  • Led Test Management activities encompassing test strategy, planning, iteration testing, defect triage, and reporting
  • Formulated comprehensive software testing plans based on inputs from Development and System Test Management, including coordination of test plans across multiple facilities.
  • Led QA project teams in adhering to Agile-Scrum processes to effectively communicate business priorities and identify suitable solutions.
  • Defined testing scope and created test plan documents for all releases
  • Effectively managing testing plans to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery aligned with specified requirements
  • Defining and manage Test Automation Strategy; providing functional knowledge transfer and guidance to develop the capabilities of Automation team
  • Implemented defect prevention measures and conducted in-depth debugging, root cause analysis (RCA), and issue resolution.
  • Coordinated onsite and offsite tasks, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective project management.
  • Collaborated with Product Owner and Managers to analyze data, offering expertise on business requirements, product features, and usability of Enterprise Frameworks for test automation
  • Reviewed team performance periodically to ensure adherence to delivery schedules and objectives.
  • Administered KT (Knowledge Transfer) to QA members and assisted in implementing In-Sprint automation process
  • Created and executed a comprehensive testing plan resulting in exceptional customer experience.
  • Ensured the delivery of top-notch testing results on more than 25 software releases while working under pressure due to tight deadlines and limited resources.
  • Developed and directed Best Testing Methods for Cloud Based applications.

Senior Test Analyst

Cognizant Technology Solutions
Pune
01.2014 - 09.2019
  • Managed teams to analyze project requirements for AXIOM reporting, assigning tasks and tracking progress to achieve timely delivery
  • Reviewed and improved Test Cases while assisting in the overall testing process through Change and Defect Management, including conducting UAT.
  • Managed associated risks and communicated RAID status to key stakeholders on JIRA board for every Sprint
  • Coordinated client and domain experts to verify and validate requirements, while also mapping transformations.
  • Validated Axiom reports and performed RWA calculations using AIRB concepts.
  • Ensured data completeness and transformation rules for mapping source to target data by checking and verifying with SQL queries.
  • Performed extensive testing on Hadoop based application design and implementation, resolving errors in the process
  • Validated transformation logics, data from source and target tables using SQL queries in Hive/Impala
  • Managed defect tracking, status reporting and triage; prepared test summary report and test completion certificates.
  • Documented requirement specifications as User Stories in Agile Manager application
  • Providing insight into each functionality, communicated requirements to Development Team
  • Created comprehensive product backlog including all tasks to be completed. Collaborated on backlog refinement based on product priority.
  • Implemented a stop gap measure by creating low fidelity wireframes for development in case of delay by UX design team
  • Enhanced development efficiency by utilizing Agile methodologies to conduct QC of components, enabling the development team to address real-time defects during sprint reviews.

Senior Software Engineer

HSBC Technology and Services
Pune
08.2011 - 01.2014
  • Managed a team of 10+ members, leading software testing efforts for various modules
  • Planned test schedules aligned with project scope and delivery dates
  • Allocated tasks and offered technical guidance to ensure smooth execution of test cases
  • Prepared and reviewed test scenarios and cases, executing them through batch files from UNIX box using Control M.
  • Performed data validation tasks utilizing SQL queries such as creating, modifying and viewing tables along with verifying data.
  • Worked collaboratively with the Business Team members to report and analyze defects, making efficient use of Quality Centre (QC).
  • Published test summary and defect summary reports.

Software Engineer

Patni Computer Systems
Pune
11.2008 - 08.2011
  • Analyzed Functional Requirement Specifications and created high-level scenarios, test cases, and procedures
  • Performed various types of testing including Functional, Regression, GUI, Smoke and Regression.
  • Consistently contributed to weekly status meetings by delivering comprehensive defect reports through the use of Quality Centre (QC).
  • Collaborated with the team to ensure timely status reporting, completion of tasks, and daily deliverables

Education

B.E. - Electronics Engineering

Nagpur University
05-2008

Skills

  • Software Testing & Quality Assurance
  • Project Planning and Agile Scrum Management
  • Test Strategy Planning and Estimation
  • Requirement Gathering / Analysis
  • ETL/DWH & Database Testing
  • Defect / Change Management
  • Stakeholders Management
  • Onsite / Offshore Framework
  • Team Leadership / Training / Mentoring
  • Testing : ETL / Database Testing, Desktop, Web and Mobile Applications (Android and iOS)
  • Database : SQL Server/Postgres
  • Cloud, CI/CD : AWS, Jenkins, GitLab
  • Web Tools : Python Selenium Web Driver
  • API : Postman
  • Test Management Tools : ALM/QC, JIRA, XRAY
  • Domains : Airlines (Crew Scheduling, Concourse), BFS-Credit Risk, US Healthcare

Certification

  • PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner (Nov 21)
  • Professional Scrum Master (Feb 21)

Accomplishments

  • On The Spot Award (2)
  • Applause Award (3)
  • CREW Recognition (1)

Timeline

Test Manager

SRKay Consulting Group
09.2019 - Current

Senior Test Analyst

Cognizant Technology Solutions
01.2014 - 09.2019

Senior Software Engineer

HSBC Technology and Services
08.2011 - 01.2014

Software Engineer

Patni Computer Systems
11.2008 - 08.2011

B.E. - Electronics Engineering

Nagpur University

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