ARC GIS
Munish Gorsi
Project Scientist
New Delhi
Summary
Diligent Product Owner with strong background in project management and scientific research. Successfully led multiple interdisciplinary projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and experimental design to drive impactful results.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Project Scientist Level-II/Team Leader
National Centre for Seismology, Ministry of Earth Sciences
07.2022 - Current
- Working as a Project Scientist Level-II/Team Leader at National Centre for Seismology, Ministry of Earth Sciences, New Delhi
- Project Planning and Management
- Managing test cases and defect tracking
- Manual and Functional testing and assuring high quality performance of website and applications
- Reporting and validating bugs for all components
- GIS Layers Finalisation
- Preparing testing metrics & reporting
- Hands on Experience for Automation of test cycle
- Product life cycle Management
- Agile Methodology
- Design and Development of Solutions for proper management and functioning of National data centre.
- System analysis and development and management of web applications, website, Database.
- Evaluation and preparation of the Technical proposals and selection of vendor
- Documentation and Technical Proposals.
- Process Management and Improvement.
- PM tools like Jira, etc.
- Documentation of standards for System applications ,Technical Report Writing
- Technology development and outreach programs.
- Designing Guidelines for different stakeholders
- Capacity Building. SDLC
- Led multidisciplinary teams to develop seismic monitoring protocols, enhancing data accuracy and operational efficiency in research projects.
- Implemented advanced data analysis techniques to interpret seismic activity, significantly improving predictive capabilities for earthquake events.
- Coordinated cross-departmental initiatives to streamline seismic data collection processes, resulting in faster dissemination of critical information.
- Mentored junior scientists on advanced seismological tools and methodologies, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and professional growth.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of seismic monitoring systems, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring compliance with national standards.
External Consultant
Govt. Organisations and institutions
02.2020 - 06.2022
- Project Planning and Management.
- Solution Architect
- System analysis, development, and management of web applications, websites, and databases.
- Design and Development of a Decision Support System.
- Evaluation and preparation of the technical proposals and selection of the vendor.
- Documentation and Technical Proposals.
- Process Management and Improvement.
- Agile methodologies implementation in projects.
- Developed and implemented strategic frameworks for government organizations, enhancing operational efficiency and service delivery across multiple projects.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of organizational structures, resulting in tailored recommendations that improved compliance and governance practices.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions for stakeholders, promoting best practices and fostering collaboration among diverse teams within government institutions.
Project Scientist /Software Specialist
National Institute of Hydrology, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Roorkee
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Project Management and Team Lead.
- System analysis, development, and management of web applications, websites, and databases.
- Design and Development of a Decision Support System.
- Evaluation and preparation of the technical proposals and selection of the vendor.
- Documentation and Technical Proposals.
- Handling the system analysis and development of web applications.
- Performing requirement gathering for projects, and selecting the vendors for new projects.
- Design, develop, and implement systems, policies, and procedures for the Decision Support System.
- Leading the team for the effective implementation of the government IT Policies.
- Documentation of standards for system applications, technical report writing.
- Technology development and outreach programs.
- Designing guidelines for different stakeholders.
- Capacity building.
- Product Design and Development.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement advanced hydrological modeling software, enhancing project outcomes and stakeholder engagement.
- Designed and executed software validation protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards and improving software reliability for research applications.
- Collaborated with researchers to integrate GIS tools into hydrological studies, facilitating data analysis and visualization for improved decision-making.
- Developed user training programs for newly implemented software solutions, increasing team proficiency and reducing onboarding time for new staff.
Project Scientist ‘C’
National Centre for Seismology, Ministry of Earth Sciences
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Research and analysis of earthquake-related data using different software and tools, like Seisan, Reftek, and Seiscomp.
- Ensuring that the All India Seismological Network of the National Centre for Seismology, Ministry of Earth Sciences, is working in good health, and that the data is received and stored in the proper format.
- Ensure proper dissemination of data.
- Coordinating with the branch office site contact to understand the site-specific network devices and connectivity.
- System analysis, development, and management of web applications, websites, and databases.
- Evaluation and preparation of the technical proposals and selection of the vendor.
- Documentation and Technical Proposals.
- Generation of multi-thematic maps using ArcGIS utilities.
- Handling the system analysis and development of web applications.
- Performing requirement gathering for projects
- Reviewing and preparing the technical proposals, and selecting the vendors for new projects.
- Monitoring and connectivity of all these links, preparing reports, and troubleshooting in case of a link down.
- Preparing and sending the daily downtime and utilization report.
- Led seismic monitoring projects, enhancing data accuracy and reliability for earthquake research and early warning systems.
- Developed and implemented advanced analytical models, improving prediction capabilities for seismic activity assessment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design and execute field studies, resulting in comprehensive geological insights and improved safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored junior scientists, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement in project methodologies.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent documentation practices and adherence to established protocols.
- Established partnerships with external organizations to facilitate knowledge sharing and collaborative research efforts.
- Mentored team members on best practices for data management, ensuring integrity and accessibility of valuable information assets throughout the project lifecycle.
- Contributed to peer-reviewed publications showcasing novel discoveries with significant real-world applications.
- Managed stakeholder expectations through clear communication of project goals, progress updates, and post-project evaluations.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, setting the foundation for successful project execution.
- Evaluated emerging trends in the field by staying informed about recent developments in technology and industry standards.
- Identified potential risks early in the project lifecycle, developing mitigation plans to minimize impact on overall objectives.
Research Scientist (Software Development (GIS) & H/W Management)
Indian Space Research Organization (RRSC-W, NRSC),CWC-New Delhi
02.2011 - 12.2017
- As a Research Scientist, I have been involved as a software developer and designer for the development of information systems, web pages, and online data entry forms for users.
- Spatial and non-spatial management.
- Tracking the project process as per the MoU and updating the progress reports as the project management executive.
- Geo-database creation, updating, maintenance, and overall management.
- Software testing of the India-WRIS web GIS across different versions, platforms, and technologies for functional testing and non-functional testing.
- Non-spatial database generation for the wiki page. .
- Geo-physical information retrieval involves the extraction of quantitative, statistical information using image processing models as a tool.
- Working as support for the System Administrative Team.
- Installation of software, LAN management, and hardware operation and management.
- Manipulated, analyzed, interpreted, geo-referenced, and edited data from many sources and in many formats to produce various maps under the project.
- Server maintenance and Map publishing.
- Perform implementation processing and quality assurance/control (on updated and new GIS data)
- Create translate and integrate GIS data layers and digitize new data using a variety of software
- Provide technical expertise and support to User agencies personnel and users in GIS and data efforts.
- Complete special requests for various Agencies by utilizing existing data analyzing results and producing reports maps and supporting documentation.
- Technical report writing.
- Developed advanced GIS software solutions that streamlined data processing workflows, enhancing project delivery and efficiency.
- Coordinated the integration of hardware management systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability across various projects.
- Led cross-functional teams in the development of geospatial applications, significantly improving user engagement and functionality.N
- Implemented quality assurance protocols for software development, reducing error rates and increasing project accuracy.ew
- Analyzed complex datasets using GIS tools, providing actionable insights that supported strategic decision-making initiatives.
- Implemented quality assurance protocols for software development, reducing error rates and increasing project accuracy.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project requirements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and user needs.
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions on GIS software usage, enhancing team capabilities and knowledge retention.
- Enhanced research efficiency by optimizing experimental designs and protocols.
Quality Analyst (Software Testing)
NIIT Limited, New Delhi
09.2010 - 02.2011
- Project Name: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Web Portal.
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Web Portal is the system that transforms a school into an e-School. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an n-tier software product for U.S. educational bodies; this system manages the total interaction of a student and teacher. It starts from grade K to 12 and provides all types of subjects' e-books, where the students can download the books and study.
- It has various products related to the Learning Management System, like DLM, NET text, LVLP, etc.
- Technologies Used: JIRA (for bug logging), Mac OS, different browsers, testing tools, MS SQL 2000, Windows, JIRA.
- As a QA(SW) I was involved in the following roles during my tenure.
- Prepare effort estimation, test plan, coverage metrics, and bug reporting template.
- Involved in QA and QC activities.
- Document and report test results.
- Involvement with both the Management and Technical teams.
- Filing bugs and generating bug reports using the defect tracking tool, Jira.
- Data creation and defect retesting.
- Involve in reviewing bugs, test reports, effort estimations, and coverage metrics.
- Developed and executed comprehensive test cases to ensure software functionality, resulting in a 30% reduction in defect rates.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve software issues, enhancing overall product quality and user experience.
- Analyzed user requirements and designed testing strategies, contributing to successful software releases within tight deadlines.
- Conducted regression testing and performance testing to verify system stability, ensuring compliance with established quality standards.
- Utilized Agile methodologies to streamline testing processes and align with rapid development cycles, resulting in timely project deliveries.
- Documented test results and maintained detailed defect logs, facilitating effective communication with development teams for swift resolution.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses on recurring defects, resulting in the implementation of effective corrective actions.
- Provided detailed reports on quality metrics to senior management, enabling informed decision-making regarding process improvements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement targeted solutions for identified quality issues, ensuring continuous improvement.
- Developed and maintained quality assurance procedure documentation.
- Developed comprehensive test cases to cover wide range of scenarios, ensuring thorough coverage of all features.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, applying best practices to daily tasks.
- Collaborated with product management to clarify requirements, ensuring test plans fully addressed user needs.
- Completed in-depth usability testing on Windows, Android and iOS mobile devices.
- Recommended changes and corrections to developers for optimal software performance and usability.
PHP Developer (Software Development)
DMW Technology, Chandigarh
04.2009 - 12.2009
- Worked on software development of project modules and integrating them for final release.
- Website development for the clients .
- Checking system configuration.
- Carrying out various manual tests to check any bugs in ongoing Projects.
- Manual testing for offline development at server side.
Telecom Engineer (O&M)
Ericsson India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2008 - 03.2009
- Service Alarm Monitoring.
- Alarm Management for the Assigned Network Services.
- Ticket Management.
- Fault remedy requiring on-site presence is dispatched timely to the field operations organizations.
- Work Order Handling.
- Regular follow-up on the events with relevant departments working on it, as per the MSTOP process.
- Led the implementation of network optimization strategies, resulting in improved service quality and reduced downtime.
- Coordinated maintenance activities for telecom infrastructure, ensuring compliance with operational standards and enhancing system reliability.
- Developed troubleshooting protocols for network issues, significantly decreasing incident response times and increasing customer satisfaction.
- Mentored junior engineers in best practices for network management, fostering a collaborative environment and enhancing team performance.
- Conducted regular audits of telecom systems, identifying potential vulnerabilities and implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks.
- Increased operational efficiency through regular monitoring, analysis, and optimization of network systems.
- Updated software and firmware with latest patches.
- Identified poor quality lines and underutilized circuits.
- Monitored overall network performance.
- Performed day-to-day monitoring, management, administration and support of alarm systems.
- Repaired cut cable of various sizes and worked with color-coded wires and cables.
Education
M. Tech. - Computer Science & Engineering
JNU ,Jodhpur
01.2013
Certificate - Project Management
Google Professional Project Management
01.2022
B.Tech. - Computer Science & Engineering
Kurukshetra University ,Kurukshetra
01.2008
Skills
Strategic project planning
Collaborative team management
Agile project management
System evaluation
Developed product vision and strategy
Created product personas
Conducted a strategic review
Recommended strategic initiatives
Lead a team
Web application management
Process improvement
GIS data management
Software
Oracle11g
Timeline
Project Scientist Level-II/Team Leader
National Centre for Seismology, Ministry of Earth Sciences
07.2022 - Current
External Consultant
Govt. Organisations and institutions
02.2020 - 06.2022
Project Scientist /Software Specialist
National Institute of Hydrology, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Roorkee
10.2018 - 01.2020
Project Scientist ‘C’
National Centre for Seismology, Ministry of Earth Sciences
01.2018 - 10.2018
Research Scientist (Software Development (GIS) & H/W Management)
Indian Space Research Organization (RRSC-W, NRSC),CWC-New Delhi
02.2011 - 12.2017
Quality Analyst (Software Testing)
NIIT Limited, New Delhi
09.2010 - 02.2011
PHP Developer (Software Development)
DMW Technology, Chandigarh
04.2009 - 12.2009
Telecom Engineer (O&M)
Ericsson India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2008 - 03.2009
Certificate - Project Management
Google Professional Project Management
B.Tech. - Computer Science & Engineering
Kurukshetra University ,Kurukshetra
M. Tech. - Computer Science & Engineering
JNU ,Jodhpur