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Playing and watching cricket
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Suvendu Mohanty

Oshawa

Summary

Developed skills in collaborative, fast-paced software development environment, looking to transition into new field. Expertise in leading testing initiatives, automating test processes, and ensuring software quality. Focused on leveraging problem-solving abilities and technical knowledge to drive success in new industry.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automation Test Lead

Tata Consultancy Services Canda Inc.
10.2020 - Current
  • Ensured timely delivery of projects by closely monitoring progress, identifying potential roadblocks, and taking corrective action when needed.
  • Reduced errors in production environments by establishing strict quality control measures throughout the development process.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through process improvement initiatives, leading to increased profitability for the company.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of automation systems into existing workflows.
  • Championed the adoption of industry best practices in automation, setting high standards for process quality and ensuring consistent results.
  • Evaluated new technologies and industry trends to maintain a competitive edge in the market as an Automation Lead.
  • Reduced manual labor with the development of automated scripts for frequently performed tasks.
  • Understood the entire backend architecture and worked on API rest assured automation process , making sure the APIs are up and running fine.
  • Worked on CICD Bit bucket/Git hub process and well versed with the devops process in automation agile testing.
  • Maintained a high level of client satisfaction through consistent communication regarding project updates and milestones achieved.
  • Contributed significantly to business growth efforts with successful execution and delivery of multiple large-scale projects.
  • Enhanced automation efficiency by implementing advanced tools and technologies in the project workflow.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients, adapting standard automation practices to meet unique needs and challenges.
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.

Test Automation Lead

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
07.2015 - Current
  • Ensured timely delivery of projects by closely monitoring progress, identifying potential roadblocks, and taking corrective action when needed.
  • Evaluated new technologies and industry trends to maintain a competitive edge in the market as an Automation Lead.
  • Maximized team performance, providing guidance and mentorship to junior automation engineers.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through process improvement initiatives, leading to increased profitability for the company.
  • Championed the adoption of industry best practices in automation, setting high standards for process quality and ensuring consistent results.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients, adapting standard automation practices to meet unique needs and challenges.
  • Reduced manual labor with the development of automated scripts for frequently performed tasks.
  • Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
  • Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
  • Incorporated delivery requirements into planning of testing schedules.

Senior Test Lead

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.
01.2015 - 02.2016
  • Delivered high-quality releases under tight deadlines by prioritizing critical tasks and adjusting resources accordingly.
  • Reduced defect leakage by establishing rigorous testing procedures and standards.
  • Developed training programs for new hires, accelerating their integration into the team.
  • Successfully identified areas for process improvement, leading to streamlined workflows and improved communication between teams.
  • Improved product reliability with comprehensive end-to-end system testing.
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for third-party testing services when necessary.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering a collaborative work environment and enhancing team performance.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards by conducting regular audits of test documentation and processes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential risks, resulting in proactive mitigation strategies.
  • Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
  • Tested functional and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications.

Test Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
03.2013 - 03.2015
  • Increased overall test coverage, prioritizing high-risk functionalities for thorough examination.
  • Boosted team efficiency through effective knowledge sharing sessions and mentoring junior testers.
  • Reviewed all test cases and test scripts for quality and identified additional areas to review.
  • Assessed third-party tools used in the testing process, providing recommendations for tool selection based on compatibility with organizational needs and budget constraints.
  • Assessed software bugs and compiled findings along with suggested resolutions for development team members.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of system components during end-to-end testing.
  • Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
  • Evaluated product requirements, translating them into detailed test scenarios and validating expected outcomes.
  • Identified bugs and issues within system and applied troubleshooting techniques for mitigation purposes.
  • Identified critical defects, conducting root cause analysis and collaborating with the development team for timely resolutions.
  • Facilitated quick issue resolution through clear defect reporting, providing precise steps to reproduce along with relevant screenshots or logs when needed.

QA Tester

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
04.2012 - 01.2013
  • Managed bug tracking systems efficiently, ensuring all issues were logged, prioritized, and resolved in a timely manner.
  • Conducted thorough regression testing of previous builds to verify bug fixes and maintain application stability.
  • Provided timely feedback to developers on identified issues, enabling rapid resolution of bugs before launch deadlines.
  • Participated in agile development processes, contributing effectively to sprint planning and daily stand-up meetings.
  • Performed manual exploratory testing when necessary, uncovering hidden defects not detected by scripted tests.
  • Developed detailed test cases based on business requirements documents, ensuring accurate coverage of all functionalities under review.
  • Successfully identified critical issues during smoke tests, ultimately reducing potential risks in production environments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure software met functional requirements, leading to successful product releases.
  • Contributed to the establishment of QA best practices within the organization, fostering a culture of continuous improvement among team members.
  • Supported post-release activities including troubleshooting customer-reported issues and coordinating with the development team for quick resolutions.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards like ISO 9001 and CMMI, by diligently adhering to established QA processes and guidelines.
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
  • Incorporated delivery requirements into planning of testing schedules.
  • Completed pre-implementation testing for new system modifications to assess potential impacts.
  • Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.
  • Evaluated function, performance and design compliance of every product against design standards and customer needs.

Software Developer

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
03.2011 - 03.2012
  • Improved software efficiency by troubleshooting and resolving coding issues.
  • Saved time and resources by identifying and fixing bugs before product deployment.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on tight deadlines.
  • Enhanced user experience through designing and implementing user-friendly interfaces.
  • Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality.
  • Participated in software field testing to verify performance of developed projects.
  • .Mentored junior developers to improve their technical skills, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
  • .Created comprehensive documentation detailing software functionality for future reference or maintenance purposes.
  • Reduced system downtime by establishing robust monitoring and quick response protocols.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology

Biju Patnaik University Of Technology
Bhubaneswar, India
10.2009

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Test data management
  • Test environment setup
  • Collaboration and communication
  • Automation design
  • Project management
  • Test strategy development
  • API testing proficiency
  • Cross-browser testing
  • Comprehensive testing frameworks
  • Test design
  • Agile methodology expertise
  • Requirements analysis
  • Automation diagnostics
  • Defect tracking tools
  • Technical solution development
  • DevOps
  • Documentation coordination
  • Testing scripts
  • Automated test development
  • Leadership and mentoring
  • Test framework development
  • Testing script development
  • Agile delivery
  • Defect tracking and reporting
  • Test plans and test methodologies
  • Regression testing
  • Training and onboarding
  • Time management abilities

Accomplishments

  • Achieved 100 % test automation by introducing rest assured automation process of API automation areas for one of the Canadian frontline airline.
  • Achieved 100% test automation by completing critical banking wealth management process with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Documented and resolved many critical issues which led to better results and smoother production movements.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • ISTQB Agile Tester Extension Certification - International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB).
  • Six Sigma Certification
  • See Test Automation Certified
  • IBM RFT/RMT certified
  • TCS Mastercraft ALM certified

Playing and watching cricket

Love to spend time watching, analyzing and playing cricket

I have been associated with a team here where we are playing cricket in summer across GTAs and neighborhood.

Following closely international cricket leagues, series and matches. 

Additional Information

Being a techie, I love to analyze and resolve issues. Digging deeper, verifying the issues, getting the RCAs and providing a perfect solution is always my passion .

Timeline

Automation Test Lead

Tata Consultancy Services Canda Inc.
10.2020 - Current

Test Automation Lead

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
07.2015 - Current

Senior Test Lead

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.
01.2015 - 02.2016

Test Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
03.2013 - 03.2015

QA Tester

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
04.2012 - 01.2013

Software Developer

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
03.2011 - 03.2012

Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology

Biju Patnaik University Of Technology
  • ISTQB Agile Tester Extension Certification - International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB).
  • Six Sigma Certification
  • See Test Automation Certified
  • IBM RFT/RMT certified
  • TCS Mastercraft ALM certified
Suvendu Mohanty