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RUPINDER KAUR

RUPINDER KAUR

Testing Lead
Pune

Summary

Dynamic Software Tester with experience writing test scripts, debugging and implementing automation tests to help applications run smoothly. Collaborates with software team in continuous build and deployment process. Excels at learning new software tools and best practices in software quality assurance.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Agile Testing Lead

HSBC Technology
Pune
  • Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
  • Checked software beyond testing scripts for interconnected problems not covered by established specifications.
  • Worked closely with different departments to develop innovative solutions to functionality issues.
  • Planned and devised cohesive test plans for projects using advanced testing technologies.
  • Defined, created and controlled testing environments for successful software deliverables.
  • Coordinated work with various teams to solve problems and improve efficiency for software testing and automation.
  • Directed teams completing regression tests to support successful product development stages.
  • Documented integration issues and vulnerabilities and outlined improvement recommendations.
  • Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team.
  • Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
  • Completed pre-implementation testing for new system modifications to assess potential impacts.
  • Incorporated delivery requirements into planning of testing schedules.
  • Completed in-depth usability testing on Windows, Android and iOS mobile devices.
  • Tested functional and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications.
  • Advised developers on problems with databases, performance and other issues.
  • Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
  • Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
  • Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.
  • Recommended changes and corrections to developers for optimal software performance and usability.
  • Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
  • Evaluated function, performance and design compliance of every product against design standards and customer needs.
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
  • Gathered data on integration issues and vulnerabilities, reported findings and recommended improvements.

Software/Senior Software Developer

One HSBC Cards

Product Owner & Agile Test

Google
Pune
01.2018 - Current
  • Manager in Payments
  • Data & Cloud Technology
  • Purpose of dual role was overseeing the testing activities and ensuring that the testing process aligns with Agile principles and practices
  • Delivered a comprehensive and strategic approach for testing on the, Cloud Platform (GCP) which was essential to ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of your applications and services on public cloud platform
  • Defined testing requirements and priorities
  • Planned and estimated testing efforts for each sprint or iteration
  • Lead vendor test team (Size - 30) in designing and executing test strategies, test plans, and test cases
  • Coordinated with development, BA & Arch team members to ensure proper test coverage
  • Facilitated continuous improvement in testing processes and methodologies
  • Collaborated with other Agile roles, such as the Scrum Master and
  • Product Owner, to ensure effective delivery and alignment with Agile principles
  • Responsible for implementing and enforcing Scrum framework which included maintaining product backlog, facilitating backlog refinement sessions, ensuring team is delivering value through iterative development and incremental releases
  • Driven overall testing for following key programme's since 2018:-
  • Programme 1: Global ISO 20022 The payments industry across the globe is moving to ISO 20022 which is the new emerging global standard for cash payment messaging
  • SWIFT has mandated a global migration programme and this project is to assess the new regulation for the
  • Philippines RTGS migration and to identify the impacts on Payments
  • Services
  • If the migration is not completed in time this could impact our ability to participate in local clearing and subsequently the completion of
  • GLCM and retail cash payments; therefore, posing a risk to our transaction banking revenues and our business overall
  • Programme 2: Payment Data Lake – GCP Cloud AdoptionNPIP (New
  • Payments Infrastructure Programme) is aimed to migrate the existing
  • On- Prem Payments Data Lake to Google Cloud Platform, leverage the google cloud facilities, in terms of faster processing and reduce the costs
  • The HSBC Payments Data Lake (PDL) aims to be the single, trusted, on- demand source for the group’s messaging, screening, investigations and processing data
  • This data is further enriched by linking with Customer identifiers, Lines of businesses and reference datasets.

Testing Lead

HSBC Technology
Pune
01.2013 - 01.2018
  • Test Planning and Strategy: Developed comprehensive test plans, test strategies, and test approaches aligned with the core banking project's goals and objectives
  • Identify and prioritize test cases and scenarios based on business requirements and risks
  • Test Execution and Management: Coordinated and executed functional, integration, regression, and performance testing activities
  • Ensure that the test environments are set up correct, test data is prepared, and test scripts are executed effectively
  • Monitor and track the testing progress and report on test results and defects to stakeholders
  • Test Team Leadership: Lead a team of testers, providing guidance, mentoring, and support
  • Assign tasks, manage workloads, and ensure the team is working efficiently and effectively
  • Foster a collaborative and positive team environment, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
  • Test Documentation and Reporting: Created and maintained test artifacts such as test plans, test cases, test scripts, and test data
  • Generate accurate and detailed test reports, including defect reports, test coverage reports, and test summary reports
  • Communicated testing progress, risks, and issues to project stakeholders
  • Test Environment Management: Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the availability and readiness of test environments, including hardware, software, and data
  • Coordinated with infrastructure and operations teams to set up and configure test environments and address any environment-related issues
  • Test Automation: Identified opportunities for test automation and lead the implementation of automated testing frameworks and tools
  • Collaborate with development teams to integrate test automation into the software development lifecycle
  • Monitored and maintained automated test suites to ensure they remain up-to-date and reliable
  • Defect Management: Established and enforced defect management processes, including defect logging, tracking, prioritization, and resolution
  • Collaborated with developers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate defect resolution
  • Risk and Issue Management: Identified and assessed project risks related to testing, proactively develop mitigation strategies, and communicate them to project stakeholders
  • Raised and managed testing-related issues, driving their resolution and escalating when necessary
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborated closely with business analysts, developers, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure a shared understanding of requirements, timelines, and deliverables
  • Participated in project meetings, provide testing-related insights, and contribute to decision-making processes
  • Continuous Improvement: Stayed up-to-date with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and trends in the core banking domain
  • Continuously evaluated and enhanced testing processes, methodologies, and tools to improve efficiency, quality, and overall project success.

Analyst Programmer

HSBC Technology India
Pune
01.2007 - 01.2013
  • Application Development: Designed, coded, and tested software applications on the mainframe platform using programming language
  • COBOL
  • System Analysis: Analyzed business requirements and translated them into technical specifications for mainframe software applications
  • Debugging and Troubleshooting: Identified and resolved issues and defects in mainframe applications by analyzing code, logs, and system behavior
  • Performance Optimization: Optimized the performance of mainframe applications by analyzing and improving program logic, database queries, and system resources
  • System Integration: Integrated mainframe applications with other systems or platforms, such as web services, APIs, or client-server architectures
  • Maintenance and Support: Provided ongoing maintenance and support for existing mainframe applications, including bug fixes, enhancements, and system upgrades
  • Code Review and Quality Assurance: Reviewed code written by other developers to ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and quality guidelines
  • Documentation: Created and maintained technical documentation, including program specifications, system design documents, and user guides
  • Collaboration and Communication: Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, system architects, and testers, to ensure the successful delivery of mainframe solutions
  • Communicated project progress, issues, and updates effectively.

analyst programmer

Syntel India Private Limited
Pune
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • For US client - Target Retail
  • Primary responsibility was application development which included JCL design, code, and testing software applications on the mainframe platform using programming language COBOL.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Telecommunication

University of Jammu
01.2000 - 04.2004

Skills

Pune, MHundefined

Additional Information

  • AWARDS , Professional Scrum Product Owner-I HTI Circle of Excellence Award HTI PAT on the Back Award

Timeline

Product Owner & Agile Test

Google
01.2018 - Current

Testing Lead

HSBC Technology
01.2013 - 01.2018

Analyst Programmer

HSBC Technology India
01.2007 - 01.2013

analyst programmer

Syntel India Private Limited
01.2006 - 01.2007

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Telecommunication

University of Jammu
01.2000 - 04.2004

Agile Testing Lead

HSBC Technology

Software/Senior Software Developer

One HSBC Cards

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