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SOUMYA SASWAT BEHERA

QUALITY ENGINEERING SENIOR ANALYST
Bhubaneswar

Summary

Detail-oriented and results-driven Quality Engineering Senior Analyst with over 8.5 years of experience in software quality assurance and functional test planning. Proven expertise in designing and executing test strategies across multiple domains, with a strong emphasis on quality, performance, and regulatory compliance. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, identifying bottlenecks, and driving process improvements to enhance overall product reliability.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Quality Engineering Senior Analyst

Accenture Technology Solutions
12.2021 - Current
  • Led end-to-end functional test planning for multiple enterprise-scale applications used by niche high volume users which involves complex technical integration into a singular web product.
  • Collaborated with product owners, business analysts, and developers to ensure alignment of test coverage with functional requirements.
  • Developed and maintained reusable and modular test cases, improving efficiency by 30%.
  • Oversaw defect lifecycle, ensuring timely resolution and root cause documentation.
  • Participated in daily scrum meetings, sprint planning, and retrospectives as part of Agile delivery.
  • Nurtured strong working relationships with clients, ensuring their needs were met while exceeding expectations on deliverables.
  • Mentored junior analysts, fostering professional development while enhancing overall team performance.

Quality Assurance Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
12.2019 - 12.2021
  • Designed and executed functional and regression test plans for web-based applications across multiple releases.
  • Supported manual testing efforts across multiple platforms (web, mobile).
  • Coordinated with development and support teams to replicate and resolve production issues.
  • Assisted in creating user acceptance criteria and participated in UAT sessions with clients.
  • Implemented early testing practices, reducing defect leakage by 20%.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing test results and proposing process enhancements.
  • Streamlined QA processes for increased efficiency and reduced time spent on redundant tasks.
  • Participated in regular meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss progress updates, communicate concerns or challenges, and ensure alignment of project goals.
  • Acted as a liaison between the QA team and other departments such as Development, Customer Support, and Product Management, ensuring effective communication throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
  • Optimized user experience by conducting usability tests and providing actionable feedback to development team.

System Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
12.2016 - 12.2019
  • Migration of ETL and Reporting objects such as BTEQs (Basic Teradata Queries), Informatica xml files, Cronacle Job chains, TIBCO Spotfire and Data Virtualization reports and OBIEE (Oracle Business Enterprise Edition) reports across specific environments using automation tools such as Jenkins’s platform and manual as well.
  • L1 support provided to a Business Intelligence Team for an international sports and apparel company which involved support to multiple geographical users across various BI technologies.
  • Provided expert support for end-users, ensuring optimal system performance and user satisfaction.
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

Institute of Technical Education And Research (ITER)
Bhubaneswar, India
05-2016

Skills

Functional Test Planning & Execution

Test Strategy & Design

Requirement Analysis

Defect Management & Root Cause Analysis

Agile & Scrum Methodologies

Test Case Management Tools

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Certification

AZ-900

Professional Attributes

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize in fast-paced environments
  • Committed to continuous learning and self-improvement

Tools And Technologies

HP ALM, Azure DevOps, Windows, MS Office Suite

Timeline

Quality Engineering Senior Analyst

Accenture Technology Solutions
12.2021 - Current

Quality Assurance Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
12.2019 - 12.2021

System Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
12.2016 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

Institute of Technical Education And Research (ITER)
SOUMYA SASWAT BEHERAQUALITY ENGINEERING SENIOR ANALYST