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SOMA KUMAR

Mumbai

Summary

Strong abilities to manage the work program for the Dev & testing for complex applications. Responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement in processes of SDLC effectiveness and efficiency. A productive employee with a proven track record of successful project management and producing quality outcomes through leadership and team motivation. Dedicated to self-development to provide expectation- exceeding service. Exceed job demands and deadlines through diligent work ethic and dedication to quality. Complex problem-solver with analytical and driven mindset. Dedicated to achieving demanding development objectives according to tight schedules while producing impeccable code. Respectful self-motivator gifted at finding reliable solutions for software issues. Accomplished Tech Lead-QA at NICE, adept in Selenium and team collaboration, significantly enhanced software quality and team productivity. Expert in defect management and test automation, consistently exceeded project goals through strategic planning and effective stakeholder communication. Proven track record in fostering continuous improvement and achieving high customer satisfaction.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tech Lead-QA

NICE
06.2020 - 03.2023
  • Leading a team of 7 members
  • Cross product defects tracking, analyzing and find resolution
  • Resolve technical issues and forecast troubleshooting complications during software trials
  • Strategize productivity increase
  • Review feedback from clients and stakeholders
  • Created successful test scripts in Selenium with java and Rest Assured to automate feature testing
  • 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
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
  • Optimized resource allocation by effectively prioritizing tasks based on business needs and project timelines.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing among team members and support long-term maintenance efforts.
  • Built strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication channels for project updates and progress reports.

Sr. Software QA Engineer

Opus Consulting
06.2014 - 10.2019
  • Developed and executed QA test cases, scripts and procedures for automated software maintenance
  • Tested software to assess optimal in-project deployment
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective
  • Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team

Software QA Engineer

Uniken System
03.2011 - 01.2014
  • Developed and executed QA test cases, scripts and procedures for automated software maintenance
  • Designed, executed and maintained automated test scripts for in-project deployment
  • Assessed application patches and updates at development, testing and quality assurance stages

Software Engineer-QA

E-Biz India
06.2010 - 03.2011
  • Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability and performance

Customer Support

IBM
12.2009 - 05.2010
  • Built strong relationships with field operations team to support business development opportunities and improve service
  • Listened to customers' questions and concerns to provide answers or responses
  • Devised recommendations to streamline and simplify customer support system and improve response time
  • Utilized crisis management techniques to offer corrective solutions and maximize customer satisfaction

Education

Certified in Software Testing -

ATS
01.2010

Master of Computer Management -

MIT College
Pune, MH
01.2009

Bachelor of Science -

S.P College, University of Pune
Pune, MH
01.2007

Skills

  • AWS
  • Youtrack
  • Jira
  • TFS
  • Xray
  • Testrail
  • Testlink
  • Selenium
  • Linux
  • SQL
  • Agile
  • DevOps
  • Technical problem solving
  • Software Quality Assurance
  • Software Testing and Validation
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Regression Testing
  • Cross-browser testing
  • Test case design
  • Quality Metrics Analysis
  • Test Data Management
  • Performance Testing
  • Test strategy development
  • Usability Testing
  • Software Testing Lifecycle
  • Test environment setup
  • Test automation expertise
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Requirements Analysis
  • CI/CD
  • Defect management
  • Team Training
  • Document Management
  • Issue Resolution
  • Corrective Actions
  • Compliance Monitoring
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Quality processes
  • Compatibility Testing
  • New feature testing
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Team Mentoring
  • Test Plans and Test Methodologies
  • Scrum Methodology
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Training and Onboarding
  • Team Collaboration
  • Workload Management
  • Automated Testing Frameworks
  • Agile Best Practices
  • Expertise in Selenium
  • Experience with JUnit
  • Proficient in Java
  • Debugging
  • Familiarity with Cucumber
  • Test script creation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Database testing proficiency
  • Familiarity with Gherkin
  • Project Oversight
  • Behavior-driven development
  • Automation Framework Design
  • Understanding of TestNG
  • System Testing
  • Integration Testing

Accomplishments

  • Communication Surveillance, NICE, 06/01/20 to 03/31/23, Communication Surveillance or CS has two distinct capabilities: Smart Index where data ingestion and analytics happens and Application layer where various other workflows get executed like work item creation, investigate scenario, user management and many more. It is a surveillance product to monitor financial transactions and protect from any fraud.
  • AllPoint Customer Management System, Cardtronics, Houston, USA, 03/01/15 to 10/31/19, Allpoint CMS is an invoice generating system which generates billing on per transaction or per ATM and billing department charges to the customer based on the invoice.
  • CRM, Cardtronics, Houston, USA, 06/01/14 to 07/31/15, CRM is a customized Microsoft CRM tool to manage all the data related to ATM onboarding, maintain surcharge details and network.
  • CORE-Cardlink, Cardtronics, Houston, USA, 06/01/14 to 10/31/19, CORE-Cardlink is a tool to manage all the data related to customer and ATM onboarding, maintain surcharge details and network.
  • Bally, Labeluxgroup, UK, 02/01/13 to 12/31/13, www.bally.com, Bally was founded through the passion and vision of pioneer Carl Franz Bally. Over 160 years after the brand was founded, leather remains its medium and inspiration. Expert craftsmanship, quality, elegance, functionality, innovation, authenticity and sophistication are the driving forces behind the pioneering spirit that is Bally.
  • ClerkePass.com, US Court, USA, Manual Testing, Database verification, 06/01/10 to 03/31/11, The ClerkePass certified document network allows you to request both Certified and Non-Certified Court Documents. Once your request is received, the clerk of the court electronically certifies the documents using a digital signature. Digitally Signed Court Documents may be printed and used in the same manner as documents retrieved directly from the clerk.

Certification

  • Product Owner/Product Manager 6.0, SAFe Scaled Agile, 2024
  • ISTQB, BCS , UK, 2015

Timeline

Tech Lead-QA

NICE
06.2020 - 03.2023

Sr. Software QA Engineer

Opus Consulting
06.2014 - 10.2019

Software QA Engineer

Uniken System
03.2011 - 01.2014

Software Engineer-QA

E-Biz India
06.2010 - 03.2011

Customer Support

IBM
12.2009 - 05.2010

Master of Computer Management -

MIT College

Bachelor of Science -

S.P College, University of Pune

Certified in Software Testing -

ATS
SOMA KUMAR