Karthick Balasubramaniam
Assistant Vice President - Scrum Master
Chennai
Summary
Skilled Executive with 17+ years of Software development lifecycle and strategic planning expertise. Highly skilled in process optimization, Software consulting, Automation adoptions and Agile Practices Implementation. 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
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Vice President - Scrum Master
Bank Of America Continuum India Pvt Ltd
10.2014 - Current
- Enhanced collaboration between team members by implementing innovative communication tools and fostering an open dialogue culture.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver successful projects on time and within budget, enhancing company reputation in the industry.
- Resolved conflicts and facilitated open communication among team members, promoting a healthy work environment.
- Identified potential risks early in the project lifecycle and implemented mitigation strategies accordingly.
- Created comprehensive user stories with clear acceptance criteria to guide development efforts.
- Developed custom Scrum boards for better task tracking and transparency within the team.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives through regular retrospective meetings with the team.
- Implemented key performance metrics to track team progress and identify areas of improvement consistently throughout projects'' lifecycles.
- Improved team efficiency by implementing Agile and Scrum methodologies for project management.
- Collaborated with product owners, team members, technologists, and other scrum masters to define solutions and drive progress.
- Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
- Reduced operational expenses by proactively identifying areas where automation could replace redundant manual tasks effectively.
- Designed custom automation solutions tailored to meet specific business needs and objectives.
- Managed a team of automation engineers to ensure timely completion of projects and optimal system performance.
- Developed and maintained automated systems, resulting in enhanced productivity and reduced costs.
- Stayed current with marketing automation best practices, industry standards and compliance.
Test Lead
Nitraha Shopping Pvt Ltd
08.2013 - 10.2014
- Managed cross-functional teams, providing guidance and supervision to junior testers and ensuring proper adherence to best practices.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement within the team by regularly soliciting feedback from peers and incorporating lessons learned into future work efforts.
- Developed customized testing tools to streamline the validation process, reducing manual effort required from team members.
- Leveraged industry best practices and emerging trends to inform the ongoing refinement of test processes and methodologies.
- Ensured seamless collaboration between testers and developers by facilitating consistent communication channels regarding bug tracking and resolution progress.
- Optimized test scripts for maximum efficiency, utilizing data-driven techniques and key parameterization methods.
- Led a team of automation testers, fostering a collaborative environment to drive project success.
- Championed the use of Agile methodologies within the team for increased flexibility in responding to shifting project requirements and timelines.
Senior Analyst Quality Assurance
Inautix Technologies
01.2012 - 08.2013
- Nurtured strong working relationships with clients, ensuring their needs were met while exceeding expectations on deliverables.
- Evaluated emerging technologies for potential integration into company operations, driving innovation across various functions.
- Mentored junior analysts, fostering professional development while enhancing overall team performance.
- Played a pivotal role in the successful completion of high-stakes projects by providing crucial analytical support and insights.
- Optimized project management, resulting in timely deliverables and improved client satisfaction rates.
- Validated results and performed quality assurance to assess accuracy of data.
- Optimized core processes to improve business performance and operational agility.
- Conducted workplace compliance training to reduce liability risks and operate effectively.
IT Analyst
Tata Consultancy Services
06.2010 - 01.2012
- Developed comprehensive disaster recovery strategies that ensured business continuity during unexpected events or system failures.
- Evaluated vendor proposals to determine best-fit technology solutions aligned with company objectives.
- Decreased downtime by proactively identifying potential IT issues and implementing preventative measures.
- Increased productivity with tailored training programs designed to improve employee proficiency in key software applications quickly.
- Researched and adopted new technologies to add value to existing offerings.
Senior Test Engineer
Wipro Technologies
10.2006 - 05.2010
- Successfully managed stakeholder expectations by consistently delivering high-quality products that met or exceeded specifications.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, maintaining strict deadlines while not sacrificing attention to detail or quality control measures.
- Analyzed test data to identify trends and areas for improvement in product development processes.
- Contributed to the development of in-house testing tools and frameworks, enhancing overall testing capabilities and productivity.
- Streamlined testing processes for increased efficiency in identifying and resolving defects.
- Developed customized testing strategies tailored to each project''s unique requirements, ensuring thorough evaluation of product functionality.
- Assisted in the transition from manual to automated testing processes, streamlining workflow and increasing productivity levels within the team.
- Researched and acquired extant testing frameworks to speed quality assurance timeframes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communications Engineering
Hindustan College of Engineering
Chennai, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Unified Functional Testing (UFT)
undefinedTimeline
Assistant Vice President - Scrum Master
Bank Of America Continuum India Pvt Ltd
10.2014 - Current
Test Lead
Nitraha Shopping Pvt Ltd
08.2013 - 10.2014
Senior Analyst Quality Assurance
Inautix Technologies
01.2012 - 08.2013
IT Analyst
Tata Consultancy Services
06.2010 - 01.2012
Senior Test Engineer
Wipro Technologies
10.2006 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communications Engineering
Hindustan College of Engineering
04.2001 -
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