Ujwal Patavardhan
QA Manager
Bengaluru
Summary
Strategic and passionate Engineering Leader with over a decade of experience in QA, development, and product delivery. Proven track record in aligning engineering strategies with business outcomes, driving automation-first mindsets, and leading high-performance engineering teams. Currently leading engineering at AliceBlue across 8+ fintech products, managing delivery, cloud transformation, sprint governance, and compliance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
QA Manager
Alice Blue
01.2025 - Current
- Promoted from QA Manager to Head of the Department for exceptional performance and holistic leadership. Leading engineering for 8+ products, managing sprint execution, automation, cloud migration, and synthetic monitoring. Interfacing with cross-functional teams, vendors, and compliance bodies for quality releases. Created transparent team dashboards for bug tracking, performance metrics, and sprint status. Institutionalized sprint governance processes, RCA mechanisms, and RnR programs across engineering.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to establish key performance indicators for the QA team, driving continuous improvement efforts throughout the organization.
- Optimized test case coverage by identifying gaps in existing test plans and devising new strategies for comprehensive testing.
- Developed training programs for junior QA analysts, improving their technical skills and proficiency in testing methodologies.
- Managed budgetary allocations for the QA department, optimizing resource utilization while ensuring all projects were executed within allocated budgets.
- Utilized automation tools to increase efficiency in repetitive tasks, allowing more time for exploratory testing and issue resolution efforts.
- Championed data-driven decision-making within the QA team, leveraging analytics tools to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance and support to help them excel in their roles and contribute effectively to the organization.
- Ensured compliance with industry best practices by staying abreast of emerging trends in quality assurance management.
- Reduced software defects by closely monitoring QA processes and providing timely feedback to the development team.
- Implemented risk-based testing strategies that prioritized high-risk scenarios, enabling efficient use of resources during tight deadlines.
- Streamlined bug reporting process, expediting resolution times for critical issues.
- Oversaw vendor relationships to ensure adherence to quality standards during outsourced projects or collaborations.
- Promoted continuous learning within the QA department through regular workshops and trainings focused on evolving industry best practices.
- Determined quality department standards, practices, and procedures.
QA Lead
IGS
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented QA policies, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Designed and executed automation test suites using Cypress and JavaScript, achieving significant reductions in manual testing efforts.
- Led a team of QA professionals, managing hiring, training, and performance reviews while fostering automation skills development.
- Established and maintained quality metrics, driving process improvements based on data insights.
- Conducted regular audits to assess compliance and identify optimization opportunities.
- Collaborated across departments to ensure quality goals were embedded throughout the product lifecycle.
- Investigated customer complaints and non-conformances, executing corrective and preventive actions to maintain high standards.
- Performed risk assessments and led comprehensive QA processes across SDLC, ensuring quality and alignment with project requirements.
- Collaborated in Agile Scrum to drive QA activities, ensuring all deliverables aligned with sprint goals and timelines.
- Developed integration strategies and resource plans, optimizing testing efforts to meet project deadlines and business objectives.
- Facilitated clear communication across teams and stakeholders, addressing concerns proactively to maintain project momentum.
- Maintained high standards in testing and defect management, achieving smooth and timely deployments with zero major issues.
- Drove standardization in project management processes, aligning QA practices with best practices to optimize delivery.
- Led evaluation of applications for integration, promoting consistency and quality in testing across multiple projects.
QA Lead
Test Yantra Software Solution
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Ensured high testing standards and integration alignment, focusing on zero-defect post-deployment operations and client satisfaction.
- Defined testing strategies and allocated resources to achieve Agile delivery goals, prioritizing efficiency and adaptability.
- Directed execution of manual and automated test cases, maximizing coverage and reliability in critical integration points.
- Led cross-functional teams in Agile, aligning QA efforts with sprint objectives and enhancing collaboration across departments.
- Managed defect tracking and root cause analysis, working with stakeholders to resolve issues swiftly and ensure stable releases.
- Developed strong communication channels within teams and stakeholders, promoting a collaborative and responsive QA process.
- Focused on continuous process improvement, implementing new practices that supported high-quality testing and efficiency.
QA Lead
Team Lease Ltd
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Ensured high testing standards and integration alignment, focusing on zero-defect post-deployment operations and client satisfaction.
- Defined testing strategies and allocated resources to achieve Agile delivery goals, prioritizing efficiency and adaptability.
- Directed execution of manual and automated test cases, maximizing coverage and reliability in critical integration points.
- Led cross-functional teams in Agile, aligning QA efforts with sprint objectives and enhancing collaboration across departments.
- Managed defect tracking and root cause analysis, working with stakeholders to resolve issues swiftly and ensure stable releases.
- Developed strong communication channels within teams and stakeholders, promoting a collaborative and responsive QA process.
- Focused on continuous process improvement, implementing new practices that supported high-quality testing and efficiency.
QA Lead
Rolling Rocks
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Managed QA Processes for Integration: Led the quality assurance efforts for multiple products, focusing on testing activities that supported system integrations and consolidations. This involved coordinating testing across various systems to ensure seamless functionality.
- Led Cross-Functional Teams in Testing: Directed cross-functional QA teams to execute integration testing, ensuring each product met the necessary quality standards before and during the integration phase, facilitating a smooth transition.
- Developed Integration Testing Roadmaps: Improved testing methodologies by creating integration roadmaps that aligned with project timelines, guiding the team through structured testing processes and ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Ensured High-Quality Deployments: Conducted rigorous testing of integrated systems to ensure zero client bugs, managing any escalations effectively and achieving high standards in production deployments.
Senior Software Testing Engineer
Accenture
04.2019 - 08.2020
- Led QA Team and Integration Efforts: Oversaw a QA team in identifying and resolving defects in integrated applications, ensuring project alignment and quality standards during application integration processes.
- Conducted Gap Analysis and Sprint Planning: Collaborated with business analysts and developers to conduct gap analyses and lead sprint planning, ensuring that testing requirements were met for merged applications.
- Executed Diverse Testing Types: Performed functional, smoke, regression, and integration testing to verify the quality and performance of applications, ensuring that all integrated systems met the required standards.
- Maintained and Expanded Automation Suite: Enhanced the Cypress automation suite to support continuous testing, providing stakeholders with comprehensive sprint and backlog reports to maintain transparency and alignment.
Software Test Engineer
Betsol
03.2016 - 04.2019
- Performed comprehensive testing and bug tracking for applications involved in the integration process, ensuring prompt identification and resolution of issues to maintain quality standards.
- Maintained and enhanced the regression suite to accommodate new functionalities and integrations, ensuring consistent quality across merged applications throughout the integration lifecycle.
Test Consultant
Informatics LTd
09.2012 - 05.2015
- Explored and implemented testing strategies for a new in-house app.
- Successfully completed all phases of testing, receiving performance bonuses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Vijaya College
Skills
Engineering Management
Team Building & Leadership
Agile Delivery Management
Sprint Planning & Governance
Stakeholder Communication
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Capacity Planning
Release & Delivery Ownership
Compliance Management
QA Strategy & Planning
Test Automation Strategy
Test Case Design & Execution
Regression & Functional Testing
Defect Lifecycle Management
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Escalation Handling
Defect Prevention Practices
SLA Adherence
Certification
Certified Software Test Engineer (CSTE)
Awards
- Received the Silver Award for being courageous in delivering excellent quality for Refyne technologies.
- Received the Bronze Award for being a zealot for growth by demonstrating significant value addition through in-sprint automation.
- Received the Certificate of Mastermind in Expert Thinking for being a great team player and providing crucial support in the successful delivery of sprints. Continued dedication and consistent performance are highly appreciated.
Timeline
QA Manager
Alice Blue
01.2025 - Current
QA Lead
IGS
04.2023 - 05.2024
QA Lead
Team Lease Ltd
05.2022 - 10.2022
QA Lead
Test Yantra Software Solution
04.2022 - 04.2023
QA Lead
Rolling Rocks
10.2020 - 02.2021
Senior Software Testing Engineer
Accenture
04.2019 - 08.2020
Software Test Engineer
Betsol
03.2016 - 04.2019
Test Consultant
Informatics LTd
09.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Vijaya College