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Shashi Kiran B.S

Shashi Kiran B.S

Senior Lead - QA
Bangalore

Summary

To pursue technical role as Software Testing professional in a growing organization where I can maximize my skills with a consistent, clear and simple approach, I would like to broaden my horizon by taking different challenging role in different field if given chance, to have better life, better future.

A goal-oriented professional around 11+ years of experience. Strong experience in Test cases and Test data & UI and Database Testing and ETL testing. Good knowledge of test methodologies like black box, integration, localization and system testing. Responsible for Functional, Regression, Integration and Compatibility Testing. Ability to quickly grasp the functionality of Application under Test. Good Understanding of requirements, functional design, DB Schemas and internal design specifications and other necessary documents required for the project. Experience in working on ETL, Database Analytics, WEB Applications. Gained working technical knowledge on: Microsoft SQL Server: complex SQL Queries, Performance and Query Optimization. ETL tools like SSIS 2008/12/17 and data visualization tools like SSRS 2008, Kibana. Database Administration activities like backup, DB refresh and user privileges maintenance in MS SQL. Worked on several projects such as Health care, banking, HCM applications. Insightful experience in project management activities in Agile, including stories grooming, estimation, planning, finalization of technical / functional specifications, resource administration and managing JIRA activities. Keen analyst with skills in understanding and gathering requirements of clients / vendors / consultants & other multiple stakeholders, followed by provisioning through Business Intelligence.

Veteran Quality Assurance Lead provides critical support maintaining QMS standards. Over 13+ years of experience performing necessary QA audits and pulling key data to assemble detailed analytical reports. Maintained high quality threshold levels, overseeing comprehensive technical framework drafts and reviews. Issued detailed calls-to-action, noting criteria and obstacles to quality management system effectiveness.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Senior Lead - QA

Emids
10.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features and functionalities.
  • Ensured compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements by staying up-to-date on the latest trends in software quality assurance.
  • Assisted in the selection and implementation of appropriate testing tools and frameworks, increasing overall productivity of the QA team.
  • Evaluated potential risks associated with new software releases by performing extensive regression testing as needed.
  • Streamlined communication channels between QA analysts and developers, expediting issue resolution times significantly.
  • Provided valuable feedback to developers, facilitating quicker resolution of identified defects.
  • Enhanced team performance by providing guidance and mentorship to junior QA engineers.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of test results, enabling easy tracking of progress towards quality goals.
  • Led successful adoption of Agile methodologies within the QA team, improving collaboration between departments.

Lead - QA

eMids Technologies Pvt Ltd
08.2021 - 09.2023
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
  • Streamlined QA processes for improved efficiency, reducing project completion time.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering growth and enhancing team performance.
  • Standardized bug reporting methods for better communication between QA and development teams.
  • Optimized test coverage by defining clear test objectives and prioritizing scenarios based on risk assessment.
  • Enhanced software quality by developing comprehensive test strategies and plans.

Associate Lead - QA

eMids Technologies Pvt Ltd
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Enhanced user experience by conducting usability tests and recommending design improvements.
  • Contributed to the successful release of software products by ensuring thorough testing coverage.
  • Streamlined the testing process by creating reusable test scripts for multiple projects.
  • Upheld compliance with industry standards by following established QA processes and methodologies.
  • Strengthened cross-functional relationships through active participation in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
  • Supported continuous integration efforts by maintaining test environments and updating test cases as needed.

Sr. Software Engineer - Testing

eMids Technologies Pvt Ltd
11.2016 - 08.2019
  • Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
  • Regularly reviewed peers'' code contributions, offering constructive feedback to enhance overall product quality.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design innovative software solutions.
  • Proactively identified areas for process improvement, implementing changes that led to significant time savings for the team.

Sr. Software Engineer - Testing

Cross Domain Pvt. Ltd.
03.2015 - 10.2016
  • Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
  • Developed scalable applications using agile methodologies for timely project delivery.
  • Managed multiple modules simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design innovative software solutions.

Sr. Software Engineer - Testing

CheckSumInfoSoft Pvt. Ltd.
10.2014 - 07.2016

Sr. Software Engineer - Testing

Pradeya Technologies
03.2013 - 09.2014

Support and DB Testing Associate

M-Phasis an HP Company.
02.2012 - 03.2013

Support and DB Test Associate

Aditya Birla Minacs World wide
07.2010 - 02.2012

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Information Science

SJCIT
Chickballapur
01-2010

Classic Performance - undefined

QSpider

Skills

Database & ETL Testi

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 07/16/87
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Single

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the above written particulars are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Professionalsummary

13+, Test cases and Test data, UI and Database Testing, ETL testing, Test methodologies (black box, integration, localization, system testing), Functional, Regression, Integration and Compatibility Testing, Application functionality understanding, Requirements and design specifications analysis, ETL, Database Analytics, WEB Applications, Microsoft SQL Server: complex SQL Queries, Performance and Query Optimization, ETL tools (SSIS 2008/12/17), Data visualization tools (SSRS 2008, Kibana), Database Administration (backup, DB refresh, user privileges maintenance), Health care, Banking, HCM applications, Experience in Agile project management activities including stories grooming, estimation, planning, finalization of technical/functional specifications, resource administration and managing JIRA activities.

Timeline

Senior Lead - QA

Emids
10.2023 - Current

Lead - QA

eMids Technologies Pvt Ltd
08.2021 - 09.2023

Associate Lead - QA

eMids Technologies Pvt Ltd
08.2019 - 08.2021

Sr. Software Engineer - Testing

eMids Technologies Pvt Ltd
11.2016 - 08.2019

Sr. Software Engineer - Testing

Cross Domain Pvt. Ltd.
03.2015 - 10.2016

Sr. Software Engineer - Testing

CheckSumInfoSoft Pvt. Ltd.
10.2014 - 07.2016

Sr. Software Engineer - Testing

Pradeya Technologies
03.2013 - 09.2014

Support and DB Testing Associate

M-Phasis an HP Company.
02.2012 - 03.2013

Support and DB Test Associate

Aditya Birla Minacs World wide
07.2010 - 02.2012

Classic Performance - undefined

QSpider

Bachelor of Engineering - Information Science

SJCIT
Shashi Kiran B.SSenior Lead - QA