Payel Debnath
Software Engineer
Kolkata
Summary
Skilled Test Manager offering 15 years of IT Industry experience with focus on Quality Assurance, Business, and System Analysis. Excellent knowledge in SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle), Experienced in entire QA life cycle which includes designing, Developing and execution of the entire QA Process and Documentation of Test Plans, Test Cases and managing User acceptance Testing by performing various types of testing e.g – System , Integration, Regression , performance and volume. Adept at steering projects through various methodologies, including Waterfall, V-Model, and Agile (SAFe 5.0 certified). Bring a strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering superior results. Adept at collaborating with cross functional teams and leveraging expertise to drive project success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Agile Test Manager
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.
04.2011 - Current
- Managed QA team across multiple locations for overall Data-QA delivery
- Identified scope of different Database and related testing
- Implemented Automation strategy and identified Performance testing scope
- Participated in Iteration Planning and Status Reporting to Stakeholders, utilizing Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)
- Planned, strategized, and estimated testing efforts, including test documentation
- Created scopes for innovations for Performance Enhancement of team
- Established Best Practice processes in projects diligently
- Forecasted and planned resources for future projects
- Performed User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with users to obtain necessary sign off
- Planned, coordinated, and controlled various test activities to ensure high-quality deliverables
- Handled delivery of testing activities, ensuring alignment with project timelines and goals
- Identified new scopes for testing, analyzing project requirements, and devising effective test approaches
- Prepared resource allocation and cost estimates for testing projects
- Collaborated closely with business and onsite clients daily to align testing activities with project objectives
- Kept track of defects and ensured timely resolution for seamless execution and successful project go-live
- Planned release windows and cycles across portfolios and components
- Communicated crucial release plans and changes to relevant stakeholders
- Managed environment, including building and tracking its usage
- Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use
- Updated ongoing testing procedures for software to account for changes resulting from post-release patches
- Reviewed bug reports and error logs, translating data into digestible reports for senior leadership personnel
- Edited software documentation to increase accuracy and reduce occurrences of user error due to confusing content
- Defined testing and acceptance strategies and determined quality assurance benchmarks
- Coordinated with off-site staff to verify correct use of test procedures and confirm accurate reporting
- Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints
- Tested functional and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications
Test Manager
RBC Canada
02.2017 - 03.2019
- Responsible for Test Planning, Test estimation, test execution and defect Management
- Performed regression and system level testing to verify software quality and function before it was release
- Responsible for Test approach, planning estimation, test scenarios / scripts, test execution cycle plans
- Working as test coordinator between onshore and offshore test team
- Responsible for defect management, status reporting
- Working closely with Business Team as part of UAT Testing.
Functional Test Lead
Sunlife Financial
09.2014 - 01.2017
- Involved in preparation of test plans and test cases
- Performed UAT testing for end users
- Performed functional testing, end to end testing, regression testing
- Tested various financial activities in Oracle Apps, focusing on AP, AR, and GL, along with various customized financial applications.
Quality Assurance, Validation Manager, Quality and Compliance
GE Healthcare
04.2011 - 08.2014
- Conducted GxP and ERES Assessment for project
- Developed comprehensive Validation Plan, Test Plan, IQ/OQ/PQ Test Summary Reports, and Validation Summary Report
- Collaborated with software/systems personnel for various types of application testing, including system, unit, regression, load, and acceptance testing methods
- Analyzed formal test results to identify and report defects, bugs, errors, configuration issues, and interoperability flaws
- Performed risk analysis and escalated issues to QA management team
- Ensured implementation of audit process on projects in accordance with approved quality procedures
- Utilized Mercury Quality Centre for writing test cases, executing test cases, and defect reporting
- Well-versed with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC)
- Collaborated closely with testers, validating test scripts in accordance with validation guidelines, utilizing methods such as Computer System Validation (GMP, GDP).
Manager - Finance & Accounts
BMW INDUSTRIES LTD.
09.2009 - 03.2011
- Successful implementing a new centralized method and strategy for Finance handling.
Assistant Manager - Barclays Finance – Operations
06.2008 - 06.2009
- Worked on and maintained Quality of Different cases in a Customized Software.
Skills
Test Managerundefined
Work Authorization
- Permanent Resident (PR) of Canada
- TN visa of USA
Academic Credentials
- Master’s in business administration
- Certified Scrum Master
- Certified Business Analyst (CCBA in Progress)
- SAFe Certified
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
- Member of IIBA - # 150582 & Member of IIBA Toronto chapter
- Member of Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)
Timeline
Test Manager
RBC Canada
02.2017 - 03.2019
Functional Test Lead
Sunlife Financial
09.2014 - 01.2017
Agile Test Manager
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.
04.2011 - Current
Quality Assurance, Validation Manager, Quality and Compliance
GE Healthcare
04.2011 - 08.2014
Manager - Finance & Accounts
BMW INDUSTRIES LTD.
09.2009 - 03.2011
Assistant Manager - Barclays Finance – Operations
06.2008 - 06.2009
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