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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 Telecom
UK

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 Engineering
Bengaluru, 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
Poornima G N