Hi, I’m
Poornima G N
Bengaluru
Summary
As an efficient Engineering Manager with over a decade of experience in software development and testing. Expertise in Agile and Scrum frameworks, successfully coordinating more than 22 project releases and ensuring alignment with customer expectations. Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage project deliverables effectively.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
NTT DATA Global services India
Project Engineering Manager
01.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Executed release planning throughout development and testing phases to guarantee successful product launches.
- Collaborated across functions to determine system requirements, improving overall user experience.
- Evaluated organizational challenges and provided actionable recommendations for enhancement.
- Adapted workflows based on analysis of changing project needs.
- Optimized resource utilization to manage expenditures efficiently.
- Proactively identified project issues, resolving or escalating them to ensure continuity.
- Oversaw post-deployment performance monitoring, addressing any issues promptly for sustained efficiency.
- Worked with product managers to establish clear project scopes that align with strategic goals.
British TelecomUK
Automation Team Lead
01.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Served in onsite role at British Telecom, Uk on Automation testing.
- Executed tests and conducted analyses that identified defects, enhancing overall product quality.
- Managed defects and issues, ensuring timely resolution and quality assurance.
- Enhanced testing processes to increase efficiency and reduce turnaround time.
- Fostered collaboration across teams to ensure effective communication on project status, facilitating timely decision-making.
- Created and maintained detailed documentation for all testing procedures.
- Developed strategic approaches and comprehensive plans that led to improved project outcomes.
NTT DATA Global services India
Senior Test Engineer Analyst
01.2019 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Conducted thorough regression testing on new software releases, minimising bugs and improving user experience.
- Developed and executed detailed test plans for software applications, enhancing product quality and reliability.
- Prepared detailed reports on testing activities, including test coverage, defect densities, and areas for improvement.
- Used Agile methodologies working closely with engineers and advised on process improvement.
- Developed and executed comprehensive automation testing strategies to improve software quality and reliability.
- Used CI and CD automation testing to effectively assess application function and user experiences.
- Monitored emerging trends in automation testing, advocating for the adoption of technologies that offer competitive advantages.
- Spearheaded the adoption of automation testing tools, reducing manual testing hours by 40% and increasing coverage.
- Designed and maintained test environments for accurate and efficient automation testing.
- Coordinated with external testing teams on joint projects, aligning strategies and sharing expertise to enhance product quality.
- Planned and implemented automated testing scripts with [Software], minimising labour hours and maximising team performance.
- Championed the adoption of new testing technologies and methodologies to keep pace with industry advancements.
NTT DATA Global services India
QA Test Analyst
01.2014 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Conducted rigorous regression testing to identify software bugs and verify fixes in subsequent releases.
- Utilised Waterfall and Agile delivery methodologies to get projects completed quickly and efficiently.
- Completed test scripts, making recommendations for further test support.
- Participated in sprint planning meetings, contributing insights on testability of features.
- Documented testing phases and defects, providing clear reports to development teams for prompt resolution.
- Communicated with client stakeholders and third parties to ensure usability and user satisfaction.
- Worked with Agile and Scrum methodologies to accomplish project milestones and meet demanding timelines.
- Adapted testing strategies to accommodate changes in project scope and timelines, maintaining project momentum.
- Trained junior team members of quality standards and testing procedures.
- Managed test environments, ensuring configurations met testing needs for accurate results.
- Submitted detailed analysis of all testing carried out on software environments, ensuring that all bugs and risks and issues were correctly logged.
Education
Telecommunications EngineeringBengaluru, KA
Bachelor Degree from telecommunication
01.2014
Skills
- Project management
- Resource optimization
- Agile methodologies
- Risk assessment
- Team leadership
- Technical troubleshooting
- CI/CD tools and Jenkins
- GitLab and automation frameworks
- Selenium with Java
- JIRA and defect management
- Kanban board management
- Test automation
- Quality assurance
Languages
Telugu, Hindi
Native language
Kannada
Master or proficient
C2
English
Advanced
C1
Custom Section
JAVA-jdk1.8u, creation of manual test cases, crafting manual scripts for functional, integration, and regression testing, Generating weekly and monthly results reports in accordance with waterfall and V&V methodologies, Logging defects, Developing system test planning and optimizing processes
Roles And Responsibilities
- Development of Strategic Approaches and Comprehensive Planning
- Carrying Out Test Execution and Conducting Thorough Analysis
- Management of Defects and Issues
- Enhancements in the Testing Process for Better Efficiency
- Fostering Collaboration and Ensuring Effective Communication
- Creation and Maintenance of Detailed Documentation
Certification
- Level 1 Dev Ops Certified from NLCI NTT Data.
- Gen AI certified with entry level.
Interests
- Shuttle
- Road trips
Accomplishments
- Recognized by management for 2 projects delivering outstanding 100%.
Timeline
Project Engineering Manager
NTT DATA Global services India
01.2024 - Current
Automation Team Lead
British Telecom
01.2022 - 01.2023
Senior Test Engineer Analyst
NTT DATA Global services India
01.2019 - 01.2021
QA Test Analyst
NTT DATA Global services India
01.2014 - 01.2018
Telecommunications Engineering
Bachelor Degree from telecommunication