Rishi Kant Prasad
Pune
Summary
Software Engineering Manager with over 12 years of experience in Fin-Tech and banking, focusing on fraud risk management, QA automation, and AWS cloud solutions. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams to deliver secure and scalable software that is compliant with regulatory standards, like PCI DSS. Proven success in designing automation frameworks, managing releases, and improving customer onboarding processes. Strong ability to align technical strategies with business goals, optimize costs, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager, Software Engineering
Mastercard
Pune
01.2021 - Current
- Managing two high-performing software engineering teams across global locations, working directly with C-suite executives, customers, and different tech teams to shape product direction. Strong background in guiding cross-functional teams through the full product lifecycle, from strategy to launch.
- Oversaw the delivery of high-quality, customer-centric solutions for over five platinum-tier clients
- Established an engineering team in Pune, optimizing costs while accessing diverse talent pools
- Implemented initiatives like Tech Tuesday and technical coaching, boosting productivity by 20% and reducing release cycle time by 30%
- Identified testing workflow inefficiencies and implemented automation, cutting cycle time from three weeks to one week per model
- Designed scalable test automation frameworks using Selenium and RestAssured to enhance regression testing reliability
- Guided the team in releasing the Case Management System, increasing customer satisfaction and reducing defect resolution time by 25%
Senior SDET
Mastercard
Pune
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Designed and developed scalable automated test frameworks for web, API, and backend services
- Collaborated with developers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into effective test strategies
- Integrated automated tests into CI/CD pipelines utilizing Jenkins and Git
- Leveraged Selenium, RestAssured, TestNG, Postman, and Cucumber to automate functional and regression tests
- Analyzed test results, identified root causes of failures, and partnered with engineering teams for resolution
- Executed performance testing to ensure application reliability
- Managed post-deployment issues to enhance system stability
Team Lead
Accenture
Pune
07.2015 - 01.2021
- Oversaw testing lifecycle, leading team of testers to deliver high-quality software solutions
- Designed and implemented scalable automation frameworks using Selenium and RestAssured
- Conducted comprehensive end-to-end testing, including functional, regression, and integration testing
- Executed thorough manual testing for complex user scenarios and edge cases
- Managed test planning, execution, and defect tracking using JIRA in Agile environment
- Mentored team members, reviewed test artifacts, and enhanced test strategies continuously
- Contributed to testing of cloud-based applications on AWS, validating performance and reliability
- Participated in Agile ceremonies to align testing with sprint goals and product timelines
Software Engineer
Infosys
Chandigarh
02.2015 - 07.2015
- Participated in bug triage meetings with developers and project managers.
- Verified that all components meet design specifications and standards
Analyst Programmer
The Next Interface Technologies
Kanpur
07.2012 - 01.2015
- Analyzed requirements to develop comprehensive test plans, scenarios, and cases
- Executed functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing for web and API platforms
- Ensured software quality and alignment with business objectives through rigorous testing
- Reported and tracked defects using tools to maintain project transparency
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to clarify requirements and address issues
- Streamlined defect resolution processes by enhancing communication among teams
- Developed detailed documentation to support testing efforts and improve knowledge sharing
- Monitored testing progress to identify risks and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality software
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology
SMU
Kanpur01-2013
Skills
- Technical Leadership
- Resource Management
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Budget Management
- Java
- SQL
- Python
- Selenium
- Postman
- Rest Assured
- JMeter
- AWS Cloud
- Agile Scrum and SAFe
- JIRA
- Maven
- Git
- Automation
Certification
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional (SA-C01)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (SA-C02)
- Certified Scrum Master
- Tosca Certified Automation Specialist Level-II
- Automation Anywhere Master & Advance
Languages
Hindi
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Manager, Software Engineering
Mastercard
01.2021 - Current
Senior SDET
Mastercard
01.2021 - 03.2023
Team Lead
Accenture
07.2015 - 01.2021
Software Engineer
Infosys
02.2015 - 07.2015
Analyst Programmer
The Next Interface Technologies
07.2012 - 01.2015
Master of Science - Information Technology
SMU
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