Knowledgeable Senior Developer skilled at implementing enhancements that drive productivity and improve usability and performance. [3] years developing software and solutions for [Custody Service].
Versatile Test Manager with [3] years of experience eliminating problems and flaws to enhance end-user experiences. Meticulously designs testing protocols, detecting obscure bugs and pitfalls to produce impeccable final products. Creates novel human and machine-based approaches to eliminating weaknesses in wide-ranging products.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Developer
Standard Chartered Global Business Services
07.2023 - Current
Participated in requirements gathering and design development meetings.
Collaborated in team-based, Agile environment to accomplish objectives by deadlines.
Reviewed code and debugged errors to improve performance.
Lead code reviews and estimated required changes.
Designed and developed forward-thinking systems that meet user needs and improve productivity.
Estimated work hours and tracked progress using Scrum methodology.
Supervised work of programmers, designers and technicians, assigned tasks and monitored performance against targets.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Test Manager
Standard Chartered Global Business Services
07.2017 - 07.2023
Successfully completed 3 end-to-end migration projects, leading test automation efforts for legacy-to-modern platform transitions.
Worked on SeCCuRE platform (TCS BaNCS Custody) handling post-trade processing, settlement, corporate actions, and safekeeping services for institutional clients.
Define and own the test strategy and test plan for the migration project.
Involved in the testing/migration/automation of core custody modules including trade capture, settlement matching, SWIFT messaging, and asset servicing.
Coordinate with Project Managers, Business Analysts, Developers, and Migration Engineers to understand scope and dependencies.
Identify test requirements based on source and target system gaps and migration impact.
Oversee data validation and reconciliation testing post-migration.
Develop test cases, scenarios, and scripts aligned with migration phases (pre-migration, cutover, and post-migration).
Ensure test environments, test data, and tools are prepared and stable.
Communicate test status, risks, and quality metrics to stakeholders.
Support business users during User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and provide sign-off recommendations.
Automation Lead
Cognizant Technologies
04.2016 - 07.2017
Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
Advised developers on problems with databases, performance and other issues.
Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Senior Software Engineer
HCL Technologies
12.2011 - 03.2016
Understand existing mainframe application functionality, architecture, and data structure.
Design and execute test scenarios and test cases for mainframe components—batch jobs, screens, data files, and reports.
Conduct impact analysis and regression testing around migrated modules.
Perform data validation between mainframe (e.g., DB2/VSAM) and target systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL, Cloud DBs).
Validate ETL logic, job scheduling, and file transfers during migration.
Collaborate with developers, migration engineers, and business users to clarify requirements and ensure full coverage.
Execute batch job testing using JCL, monitor outputs, and verify accuracy.
Log defects, perform root cause analysis, and work with the team for resolution.
Support test planning, status reporting, and defect tracking.
Contract Trainee
HCL Technologies
12.2010 - 12.2011
Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
Designed and implemented quality control processes to facilitate customer satisfaction.
Implemented new strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiency of engineering team.
Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
Performed complex calculations to analyze and optimize engineering processes.
Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science
Shree Chandra Prabu Jain College
Chennai
06-2010
Skills
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MySQL SQL JSON React Postman API Selenium Rest Assured Test Engineering Jira Jenkins Defect Tracking Jacoco Databases REST APIs Agile Software Development Communication Bitbucket Core Java
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