Ritwik Choudhury
Bolpur
Summary
Experienced business manager with a demonstrated history of working in the Information Technology and Services industry, holding an MBA with specialization in Information Management and Strategic Management from MDI Gurgaon. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Consultant
Infosys Ltd.
11.2023 - Current
- Coached and Mentored Scrum Teams: Led multiple Scrum Teams, providing coaching and mentorship to ensure effective adoption of Agile methodologies. Successfully increased team productivity by 20% over six months by implementing targeted coaching sessions and continuous feedback loops.
- Facilitated Agile Ceremonies: Expertly facilitated scrum and agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Improved team collaboration and product quality by 25% through structured and engaging meetings.
- Removed Barriers to Success: Proactively identified and removed impediments, enabling teams to maintain a continuous focus on the task at hand. Reduced sprint completion delays by 15% by streamlining issue resolution processes.
- Managed Feature Backlog Refinement: Collaborated with Product Owners to refine feature backlogs, sorting out dependencies among various teams. Ensured regular updates and prioritization, resulting in a 30% increase in backlog clarity and alignment with business goals.
- Created Capacity Sheets: Developed and maintained capacity sheets for team iterations, accounting for planned and public leaves. Improved estimation and planning accuracy by 20%, leading to more predictable delivery timelines.
- Utilized Metrics for Performance Improvement: Employed various metrics to compare team performance over multiple iterations. Implemented insights from retrospectives to drive continuous improvement, achieving a 10% improvement in team velocity.
- Collaborated with Cross-Functional Teams: Worked closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of software development projects. Facilitated communication and collaboration, resulting in a 15% increase in project delivery success rates.
- Stayed Updated with Industry Trends: Continuously improved Agile processes by staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices. Implemented new techniques and tools, such as advanced JIRA features, leading to a 20% improvement in process efficiency.
Senior Analyst and Consultant
Accenture
12.2019 - 07.2022
- Senior Automation Team Member: Acted as a senior resource in the automation team, driving key initiatives and enhancing overall team performance. Improved automation efficiency by implementing best practices and advanced tools.
- Project Functional Knowledge: Possessed comprehensive knowledge of various project functionalities and areas, contributing to informed decision-making and improved project outcomes.
- Expert in Tricentis TOSCA: Gained expertise in Tricentis TOSCA, leading the automation and management of test script preparation and execution. Increased test automation coverage, resulting in more efficient and reliable testing processes.
- Test Reporting and Communication: Managed test report data and daily status reports, ensuring accurate and timely communication with the onshore Accenture team and clients. Enhanced reporting processes to provide clear visibility into test progress and outcomes.
- Training and Knowledge Transfer: Provided thorough training and knowledge transfer to new joiners, facilitating their smooth integration into the team. Developed training materials and conducted sessions to ensure new members quickly became productive.
- Peer Support and Collaboration: Supported peers during test data/script execution and review, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Offered guidance and assistance to ensure high-quality test execution.
- UAT Defect Resolution Support: Assisted the development team with queries and issues related to UAT defect fixes, ensuring quick and effective resolutions. Played a key role in maintaining high standards of product quality during the UAT phase.
Associate and Analyst
Accenture
10.2015 - 11.2019
- Requirement Translation and Analysis: Interpreted and translated client requirements into detailed business requirements, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives. Analyzed and resolved business issues by providing effective solutions, enhancing overall project delivery.
- Automation and Migration Support: Automated regression scenarios and successfully supported the migration from Selenium to Tricentis TOSCA. Improved automation coverage and efficiency, leading to more reliable and faster test cycles.
- Active Participation in Agile Ceremonies: Actively participated in scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning and estimation, contributing to effective sprint execution and project progress.
- JIRA Management: Utilized JIRA to document and manage epics, user stories, and functional defects. Ensured accurate tracking and reporting of project tasks and issues, improving project transparency and accountability.
- Comprehensive Testing Experience: Worked on various testing levels, including integration and regression testing, ensuring comprehensive test coverage and high-quality software delivery.
Education
MBA - Information Management And Strategic Management
Management Development Institute Gurgaon
Delhi, India01.2024
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology
Bhubaneswar, India08.2015
Skills
- Functional Testing
- Automation Testing
- Agile Project Management
- SAFe Agile
- Scrum
- JIRA
- SQL
- Strategic Management
Certification
- Tricentis TOSCA AS1
- Tricentis TOSCA AS2
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
- Professional Scrum Master-1
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (KPMG)
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Bengali
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Odiya
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Senior Consultant
Infosys Ltd.
11.2023 - Current
Senior Analyst and Consultant
Accenture
12.2019 - 07.2022
Associate and Analyst
Accenture
10.2015 - 11.2019
MBA - Information Management And Strategic Management
Management Development Institute Gurgaon
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology