Nishu
Staff Engineer- QA
Bangalore
Summary
Seasoned QA and Product professional with over 12 years of experience in driving quality, leading cross-functional teams, and translating business needs into high-impact software solutions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Staff Engineer
Versa Networks Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru
02.2019 - Current
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, ensuring 100% on-time delivery and adherence to budget constraints, contributing to a 15% improvement in project efficiency.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and industry standards, which resulted in a 30% increase in team productivity and professional growth.
- Presented technical findings and recommendations to key stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making that led to a 20% improvement in project outcomes.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing lead times for project deliverables by 25%.
- Led testing efforts to ensure high-quality product releases, collaborating with teams to gather and document business requirements and translating them into actionable technical specifications, achieving a 98% success rate in test coverage.
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams to prioritize features, define product roadmaps, and enhance user experience, resulting in a 40% increase in customer satisfaction and alignment with market trends.
- Scoped project timelines accurately by leveraging strong analytical skills, enabling successful delivery within deadlines.
- Provided input to team lead regarding areas for process and procedural improvement.
Senior Software Test Engineer
Stag Software Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru
05.2015 - 02.2019
- Maintained clear and organized documentation of test cases and results analysis reports, providing a reliable reference that streamlined troubleshooting and supported smoother enhancement phases.
- Promoted best practices in testing, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the QA team, which helped improve overall testing consistency and team collaboration.
- Enhanced end-user experience by conducting detailed usability testing on web-based applications, resulting in valuable insights that informed design adjustments to improve usability.
- Collaborated closely with development teams to diagnose and address issues effectively, which helped reduce issue resolution time and contributed to overall performance improvements.
- Led a team of 5 in managing end-to-end quality assurance activities, including planning and executing test strategies that ensured comprehensive test coverage.
- Focused on delivering high-quality software products by mentoring the team, supporting process improvements, and ensuring efficiency, which helped the team consistently meet project deadlines and reduce production defects over time.
IT Engineer
Leighton India Contractors Pvt. Ltd.
Jammu
08.2013 - 01.2015
- Managed both development and QA for an HRMS project, leading a small team to ensure high standards of quality and functionality.
- Coordinated development activities and facilitated collaboration between teams, improving workflow efficiency by 20% and reducing project bottlenecks.
- Oversaw end-to-end project execution, from requirements gathering to testing and deployment, achieving on-time delivery and 95% user satisfaction with the HRMS functionality.
System Engineer
Infosys Pvt. Ltd.
Trivandrum
07.2012 - 08.2013
- Resolved technical issues promptly and escalated complex problems as needed, delivering quality support that upheld user satisfaction.
- Addressed challenging technical issues through effective problem-solving and root cause analysis, minimizing repeat incidents.
- Provided expert support for end-users, ensuring optimal system performance and a positive user experience.
- Trained junior engineers on system administration best practices, offering guidance and mentorship that supported their professional growth.
- Focused on iOS app development within the Mobility Unit, taking responsibility for designing, developing, and optimizing user-friendly mobile applications.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams throughout the development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment, ensuring alignment with both technical and business requirements.
- Contributed to high app performance and usability, enhancing the overall user experience through a thorough approach to development and testing.
Education
Masters Of Technology - Computer Engineering
Punjabi University, Punjab
Patiala 01.2011 - 01.2012
Bachelor's of Engineering - Computer Engineering
Govt. College of Engineering & Technology, Jammu A
Jammu 01.2005 - 10.2009
Skills
Feature requirements gathering
Network Engineering
Test Design & Execution
Functional & Integration Testing
User Experience (UX) Design
Project & Stakeholder Management
Strategic Thinking
Usability Testing
Effective Communication
Certification
Product-Led Growth Micro-Certification (PLGC)™ - Product School
Timeline
Staff Engineer
Versa Networks Pvt. Ltd.
02.2019 - Current
Senior Software Test Engineer
Stag Software Pvt. Ltd.
05.2015 - 02.2019
IT Engineer
Leighton India Contractors Pvt. Ltd.
08.2013 - 01.2015
System Engineer
Infosys Pvt. Ltd.
07.2012 - 08.2013
Masters Of Technology - Computer Engineering
Punjabi University, Punjab
01.2011 - 01.2012
Bachelor's of Engineering - Computer Engineering
Govt. College of Engineering & Technology, Jammu A
01.2005 - 10.2009
Product-Led Growth Micro-Certification (PLGC)™ - Product School
Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3 – Microsoft
Mobile User Design Experience- The Interaction Design Foundation
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