Description

Senior Test Manager | Free 30-Min Testing Health Check

Hi! I help SMBs, SaaS startups eliminate critical bugs before they reach your users.

Are you unsure if your testing is sufficient?

I offer a Complimentary 15-Minute QA Assessment to review your current testing setup (or lack thereof).

You'll receive:

>>Identification of your top 3 highest-risk testing gaps.

>>A quick recommendation on whether Manual or Automated testing fits your current stage.

>>A roadmap for 'Essential' vs. 'Nice-to-have' test coverage.

>>No strings attached—my goal is to ensure you have a clear picture of your software's health.

Click the 'Contact' button to book your session.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

English
Native or bilingual

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Hyderabad (up to 50km)

(Quadrant Technologies
Senior Technical Project Manager
January 2023 - January 2025 (2 years)
• • Spearheaded automation initiatives for analytics platforms, improving test coverage and reliability.
• • Authored enterprise-wide QA playbooks, standardizing automation practices across teams.
• • Designed and implemented CI/CD pipelines integrating Jenkins, Maven, and GitHub, reducing release cycle times.
• • Collaborated with stakeholders to define KPIs and governance models, ensuring outcome-driven QA delivery.
• • Mentored and up skilled QA teams, enabling smooth transition from manual testing to automation.
Cognizant
Manager – Projects (Automation, CoE & QA Delivery Enablement)
January 2015 - January 2023 (8 years)
• • Established Centers of Excellence (CoEs) for automation, delivering reusable assets and accelerators.
• • Directed pre-sales solutioning, including RFP/RFI responses, client workshops, and high-conversion POCs.
• • Partnered with clients to design automation strategies aligned with business goals, resulting in cost savings and improved efficiency.
• • Implemented service virtualization to support micro services testing, enhancing reliability and scalability.
• • Led geographically distributed teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring timely delivery across multiple regions.
ATOS (Syntel Consulting Inc)
IT QA Lead Architect / Automation Manager
January 2006 - January 2015 (9 years)
• • Designed SOA/API automation frameworks, enabling seamless testing of complex enterprise applications.
• • Transitioned teams from manual to automation, building capability through training and mentorship.
• • Managed distributed QA teams across USA and India, ensuring alignment with client expectations.
• • Supported bid defenses and client engagements, showcasing automation capabilities and securing new business.
• • Delivered outcome-driven QA solutions, improving defect detection rates and reducing production issues.