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VENKATESAN R

Chennai

Summary

Experienced Project Manager skilled in Agile methodologies and stakeholder collaboration. Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, enhancing operational efficiency. Expertise in risk management, team development, and utilizing tools like Jira and Zoho Sprints for effective project execution

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PROJECT MANAGER

Botree Software International Pvt Ltd
Chennai
10.2018 - Current
  • Led end-to-end project management for the project initiative, overseeing planning, execution, and delivery phases in alignment with organizational goals.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams including developers, testers, and business analysts to ensure timely and quality-driven project execution.
  • Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather requirements, manage expectations, and drive alignment on project deliverables and timelines.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance document lifecycle management, increasing efficiency and compliance.
  • Oversaw testing phases, including functional and user acceptance testing, ensuring system reliability and performance.
  • Created and maintained comprehensive project documentation, including scope definitions, risk logs, and status reports.
  • Utilized tools such as Jira, MS Project, and Confluence to track progress, manage issues, and maintain transparency with all stakeholders.
  • Delivered the project on time and within budget, contributing to improved document accessibility and operational efficiency across departments.
  • Accountable for end-to-end software delivery, including planning, execution, quality assurance, and deployment of enterprise-grade solutions across cross-functional teams.
  • Collaborate closely with stakeholders, product owners, business analysts, to define project scope, priorities, timelines, and resource requirements.
  • Drive Agile/Scrum or hybrid delivery methodologies, ensuring timely sprint execution, backlog grooming, and effective sprint planning and retrospectives.
  • Oversee cross-location teams, ensuring alignment with delivery milestones, SLAs, and client expectations.
  • Monitor project KPIs, delivery metrics, and resource performance to continuously improve delivery standards and client satisfaction.
  • Manage client communication, status reporting, and escalation handling, acting as the single point of contact for delivery assurance.
  • Ensure adherence to software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes, quality standards, compliance protocols, and industry best practices.
  • Mentor project leads and team members, fostering a high-performance culture and promoting continuous learning and improvement.
  • Client: Tata Consumer Products Ltd, Honasa, Consumer Ltd, Brillon Consumer Product Ltd

QA - TEAM LEAD

Botree Software International Pvt Ltd
Chennai
01.2016 - 09.2018
  • Led the QA team in implementing functional changes and new client requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical specifications.
  • Created comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scenarios for Functional, Integration, and System Testing based on business requirements.
  • Executed Functional, Regression, and System Integration Testing (SIT), including ERP system validations and end-to-end workflow verification.
  • Collaborated with clients during User Acceptance Testing (UAT), identified system gaps during SIT, and coordinated with the technical team to address and resolve issues.
  • Developed and executed test cases to validate the application’s compliance with GST tax structure, ensuring full functionality and legal adherence.
  • Successfully tested and rolled out transaction modules, reporting features, and bill print functionalities across PAN India.
  • Played a key role in the timely implementation of GST across multiple products and tools, working under tight government-mandated deadlines.
  • Managed test requirements, tracked progress, and maintained traceability between business requirements and QA deliverables.
  • Wrote and executed complex SQL queries for backend/database testing to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
  • Actively participated in client environment SIT, ensuring seamless integration and functionality in real-world use cases.
  • Collaborated closely with development and QA teams to maintain high quality standards throughout the software lifecycle.
  • Client: Sanofi India Ltd, Kelloggs India Ltd, General Mills India, GST Implementation in CSNG

Senior Associate - QA

Botree Software International Pvt Ltd
Chennai
10.2014 - 12.2015
  • Reviewed Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) and Technical Specifications to ensure comprehensive understanding of application functionality and testing needs.
  • Assisted in developing detailed test plans outlining test scope, strategy, objectives, resources, and schedules.
  • Designed, implemented, and managed the overall QA process, ensuring alignment with business and technical goals.
  • Created and executed test plans for functional, regression, and system testing, including test environment setup and bug verification.
  • Conducted manual testing of web and Java-based applications, covering functional, system, and regression testing across multiple builds.
  • Logged and tracked defects using JIRA, collaborated closely with developers for resolution, and ensured timely retesting and closure.
  • Participated in regular team meetings and cross-functional reviews with development and build teams to discuss progress, blockers, and release readiness.
  • Performed User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with clients, validating application functionality against business requirements and identifying critical issues.
  • Analysed business and system requirements to define clear and testable scenarios, contributing to improved coverage and reduced defects.
  • Developed QA strategies and test plans for functional, integration, and system testing phases.
  • Authored and executed complex SQL queries for backend database testing to validate data integrity and consistency.
  • Ensured smooth collaboration between QA, development, and business teams to maintain high quality and on-time delivery of releases.
  • Client: Mars India, CEAT Tyres

Associate-QA

Botree Software International Pvt Ltd
Chennai
10.2012 - 09.2014
  • Executed manual testing across multiple modules, including functional, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
  • Developed and maintained test cases based on business rules and calculation logic, particularly for billing and scheme application functionalities.
  • Performed regression testing during various phases of the software development lifecycle to ensure defect fixes did not impact existing functionality.
  • Interacted closely with developers and technical teams to identify, report, and resolve issues during testing cycles.
  • Utilized JIRA and Bugzilla for defect tracking, test case management, and reporting; ensured timely resolution of issues through effective communication.
  • Participated in walkthroughs, design reviews, and defect triage meetings to contribute to continuous improvement and test coverage.
  • Generated and shared weekly status reports and test metrics with stakeholders to track progress and identify bottlenecks.
  • Extensively used SQL to validate backend data, ensuring data integrity and consistency across applications.
  • Assisted in preparing test data for various test scenarios, including complex billing and pricing calculations.
  • Mentored junior and intermediate QA testers by conducting functional walkthroughs and training sessions on defect tracking tools and QA processes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams during requirement gathering and design phases to ensure alignment on deliverables and timelines.
  • Contributed to test planning by reviewing scope, estimating effort, and identifying resource needs for testing phases.
  • Client: Everest Spices, L’Oreal India

QA Engineer

GoFrugal Technologies Pvt Ltd
12.2010 - 09.2012
  • Client: Asian Paints Ltd
  • Project: HQ - Centralized Retail Chain Management System
  • Product Overview:
  • HQ is a web-based application developed to efficiently manage retail chains by consolidating operational data from multiple outlets into a centralized system.
  • Designed to provide real-time visibility and control over branch-level activities, including sales, purchases, inventory, receivables, and profitability.
  • Integrates seamlessly with individual shop data to deliver centralized reporting and business analytics for decision-makers at the headquarters.
  • Offers an intuitive interface and scalable architecture to streamline multi-store operations across geographically distributed retail branches.
  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Performed end-to-end testing of the HQ application to ensure functional and performance reliability across all modules.
  • Created and executed detailed test cases and test scenarios based on screen-wise and process-level requirements.
  • Conducted manual testing and logged defects using Mantis bug tracking tool, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution.
  • Performed regression and integration testing to validate existing features and ensure seamless interaction between modules.
  • Verified backend data integrity and business logic by executing SQL queries against the database

Education

MCA - Master of Computer Application -

University of Madras
Vel R S College Of Management & Science, Chennai
07-2010

B.Sc. - Computer Science

Tiruvalluvar University
Tirukkoilur College Of Arts & Science, Tirukkoilur
06-2007

Skills

  • Agile methodology
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Team leadership and collaboration
  • Requirement analysis
  • Project oversight
  • Documentation control
  • Quality assurance
  • Effective time management
  • Risk assessment and resource allocation
  • Cross-departmental coordination
  • Process improvement
  • Change impact analysis
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Effective presentations
  • Scheduling projects
  • Data analytics

Certification

Advanced Selenium 4.0

Languages

Full Professional Proficiency, Tamil, English

Languages

English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Tamil
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

PROJECT MANAGER

Botree Software International Pvt Ltd
10.2018 - Current

QA - TEAM LEAD

Botree Software International Pvt Ltd
01.2016 - 09.2018

Senior Associate - QA

Botree Software International Pvt Ltd
10.2014 - 12.2015

Associate-QA

Botree Software International Pvt Ltd
10.2012 - 09.2014

QA Engineer

GoFrugal Technologies Pvt Ltd
12.2010 - 09.2012

MCA - Master of Computer Application -

University of Madras

B.Sc. - Computer Science

Tiruvalluvar University

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