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Pratiksha Gaikwad

Pratiksha Gaikwad

Technology Analyst/ Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®)
Mumbai

Summary

As a Technology Analyst and Certified Scrum Master, I oversee a team of 42 professionals, driving end-to-end delivery of software products. I excel in facilitating scrum ceremonies, enhancing team dynamics, and ensuring efficient project timelines and release schedules. My expertise lies in identifying and resolving project blockers, coupled with fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams to achieve seamless product integration and functionality. My proactive leadership and technical guidance inspire innovation and maintain high standards of team performance and product quality.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Technology Analyst

ICICI Lombard
01.2022 - Current
  • Facilitate scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews, to drive project momentum and team collaboration.
  • Boosted team productivity with agile project management techniques, leading to faster delivery of high-quality products.
  • Monitor project timelines and coordinate release schedules to guarantee timely delivery of software products.
  • Identify and address blockers and challenges affecting project progress, implementing solutions to mitigate delays and optimize workflow.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align project objectives and deliverables, ensuring seamless integration and functionality of software products.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to team members, fostering a proactive and innovative team environment.

Senior Tester

Clover Infotech
01.2021 - 09.2022
  • Created comprehensive test plans and test cases, ensuring full coverage of all requirements.
  • Led a team of junior testers to effectively execute test cases and ensure timely project completion.
  • Assisted in the design of user interfaces, providing feedback from a tester''s perspective to improve usability.
  • Maintained clear communication channels with stakeholders throughout the testing process, ensuring alignment on project goals and expectations.
  • Collaborated with development teams to resolve defects, resulting in increased application stability and performance.
  • Mentored junior team members efficiently to generate best output.

STAR India

Tester
04.2020 - 12.2022
  • Contributed to cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
  • Participated in agile development practices to accelerate product iterations and improve overall quality assurance measures.
  • Optimized regression testing efforts through continuous improvement of test cases and methodologies.
  • Enhanced software quality by designing and executing comprehensive test plans.
  • Developed effective test strategies based on requirements analysis and risk assessment for optimal resource allocation.
  • Streamlined bug reporting processes for faster resolution times and better communication between departments.
  • Maintained up-to-date documentation of all test plans, procedures, results, and defect tracking databases for future reference or audits.

GOQii

Senior Tester
09.2018 - 04.2020
  • Created comprehensive test plans and test cases, ensuring full coverage of all requirements.
  • Led a team of junior testers to effectively execute test cases and ensure timely project completion.
  • Assisted in the design of user interfaces, providing feedback from a tester''s perspective to improve usability.
  • Maintained clear communication channels with stakeholders throughout the testing process, ensuring alignment on project goals and expectations.
  • Stayed current on industry trends and emerging technologies to inform future testing strategies and methodologies.
  • Developed custom testing tools tailored to specific project requirements, increasing efficiency in identifying issues.

Sunday Mobility

Tester
07.2017 - 09.2018
  • Performed regression tests after bug fixes to validate that no new issues were introduced during the resolution process.
  • Managed defect tracking systems effectively, ensuring timely resolution of reported issues while maintaining accurate documentation records.
  • Identified critical bugs through thorough testing processes, enhancing overall product performance.
  • Contributed to cross-functional teams in defining requirements, refining user stories, and providing input on design decisions.
  • Ensured seamless integration of new features into existing software platforms by executing thorough integration tests during each release cycle.

Telesoft

Tester
10.2016 - 07.2017
  • Performed regression tests after bug fixes to validate that no new issues were introduced during the resolution process.
  • Reduced project timelines by prioritizing test cases based on risk assessment and potential impact on endorsers.
  • Safeguarded data integrity by thoroughly validating database updates during backend testing activities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all discovered bugs, ensuring efficient tracking and resolution throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Evaluated usability aspects of applications through heuristic evaluations, identifying areas for potential user frustration or confusion.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Shah & Anchor Kutchhi Engineering College College
Mumbai
04.2001 -

Diploma - Computer

MSBTE
MSBTE
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

MSBSHSE
Mumbai
04.2001 -

Skills

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Timeline

Technology Analyst

ICICI Lombard
01.2022 - Current

Senior Tester

Clover Infotech
01.2021 - 09.2022

STAR India

Tester
04.2020 - 12.2022

GOQii

Senior Tester
09.2018 - 04.2020

Sunday Mobility

Tester
07.2017 - 09.2018

Telesoft

Tester
10.2016 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Science -

Shah & Anchor Kutchhi Engineering College College
04.2001 -

Diploma - Computer

MSBTE
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

MSBSHSE
04.2001 -

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