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Pradeepa Subhash

Wellington,WGN

Summary

  • ·Versatile Test Manager with 16 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.
  • Skilled Test Manager versed in planning and overseeing testing operations under tight deadlines. Organized and well-researched approach to solving problems. Collaborative and open mindset with 15 years of demonstrated industry success.
  • Tireless Test Manager with proven track record of helping developers produce first-rate platforms and software. Deeply knowledgeable in both automated and manual testing methods for Software Development . Adept at blending statistical analyses of products with human feedback to produce technically sound and easily usable solutions for end-users.
  • Proven skills in completing black, white and grey box tests. Background writing and implementing test cases, developing testing plans and identifying use cases. Fully versed in complete SDLC.
  • Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
  • Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Test Manager

Inov8 Limited
03.2023
  • Azure Migration
  • Involved in data migration, data conversion and database API testing
  • Introduces new or changed product
  • For example, company-wide rollout of new technology
  • Produces product in finite, set time
  • For example, technology rollout has completion deadline
  • Creates change procedures which involve creating new BAU
  • For example, technology rollout needs to be completed by deadline
  • Working on test activities for application and Data migration to Azure cloud Working with vendors and clients for testing process and delivery
  • Working with project managers for project estimations
  • Involved in \ Test Assurance process for change requests and production deployment process
  • Creating and reviewing testing documents, such as master test plan, test plan, weekly/daily testing reports, defect reports, and test execution reports, is important to ensure accuracy and completeness
  • Organizing defect triage meetings, where it is essential to prioritize each bug based on factors such as severity, frequency, and risk.

Senior Test Manager

Victoria University of Wellington
12.2021 - 02.2023
  • The Student Success Programme (SSP) is responsible for reviewing and redesigning student services at Victoria University of Wellington so they are streamlined, integrated, and meet the needs of our diverse student population to support academic success.
  • The SSP was established to replace the Student Services Transformation Programme (SSTP)
  • The project also includes enabling technology centred around implementing a student portal and a new CRM solution.
  • A new student support model that will recommend pan-University organisational change for a hub-spoke and rim student support and advising model operating from Tītoko - the Centre for Student Success.
  • The project has overall responsibility and oversight of three workstreams: Admissions and Enrolments, Multi-channel Student Service Centre, and Student Retention.
  • The project won the 2022 winner of the International Council of Australasian University Directors of IT (CAUDIT) Operational Excellence Award.
  • This was the first time since 2019 that CAUDIT has come together to recognise the innovative digital transformation initiatives at CAUDIT member institutions and the individuals and teams driving them.

Senior Test Manager

Reserve Bank of New Zealand
09.2021 - 11.2021

Test Manager

Fire and Emergency – New Zealand
04.2021 - 08.2021
  • BAU delivery and Data Migration

Senior Test Consultant

Ministry for Primary Industries – New Zealand
03.2019 - 03.2021
  • MPI R&I (Risk and Intelligence)
  • Products: ASP.net core, BizTalk 360, SQL Server 2016, Apigee Gateway, Angular

Senior Test Consultant

Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children – New Zealand
11.2018 - 02.2019
  • CGIS (caregiver) Phase 1
  • Products: Salesforce

Senior Test Consultant

Ministry of Social Development – New Zealand
02.2016 - 10.2018
  • BPM /ODM Implementation and Business Transformation
  • Products: IBM Web Sphere, IBM-BPM (Business Management Process), IBM-ODM (Operational Decision Manager), SOAPUI, SWIFTT, IBM Curam (Client Management System)

Senior Test Analyst / Test Lead

IBM New Zealand Ltd
11.2011 - 02.2016
  • Integration System Implementation
  • Client: NZ Government Department
  • Products: IBM Web Sphere, IBM BPM, Rational Products, SOAPUI, Sterling b2b integrator, SOA Architecture

Senior Test Analyst

Capgemini Consulting
07.2010 - 10.2011
  • Communications Transformation Platform (CTP) (Internal Project–R&D)
  • Role: Senior Test Analyst / Test Lead
  • Products: Siebel, OSM, BRM, AIA, RTD
  • Poland Telefonia Cyfrowa (PTC)
  • Role: Senior Test Analyst / Test Lead
  • Products: Siebel, RTD

Test Lead and Test Architect

IBM India Private Ltd
02.2005 - 07.2010
  • Wholesale Transformation
  • Client: Telecom – New Zealand
  • Role: Test Architect and Test Lead
  • Products: Siebel, BPM
  • SOM (NetCracker), WebSphere, B2B, HPSM, OFM

Test Analyst

Melstar Information Technology (Contract to IBM India)
05.2004 - 02.2005

Education

Master of Computer Applications -

B.I.E.T., College, affiliated to Vishveswaraiah Technological University

Skills

  • Test Tool Selection
  • Test Data Management
  • Resource Allocation
  • Test Strategy Development
  • Test Environment Setup
  • Defect Management
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Test Process Improvement
  • User Acceptance Testing
  • Accessibility Testing
  • Team Mentoring
  • Release Management
  • Test Case Design
  • Regression Testing
  • Scrum Framework
  • Test Planning
  • Software Quality Assurance
  • Quality Assurance Understanding
  • Team Coordination
  • Quality Assurance
  • Project Management Skills
  • Test Script Writing
  • Bug Report Oversight
  • Process Management
  • Software Release and Versioning
  • Test Program Development
  • Test Plans and Test Methodologies
  • Test Procedure Documentation
  • Test Scheduling

Accomplishments

  • Received Team Award from Steve Johnson Acting CIO NZ Telecom Wholesale.
  • Identified as Top Talent in IBM.
  • Identified as Key and Critical resources in AT&T Account.
  • SIX Sigma Implementation and Certified.
  • Received The Best of IBM award (Bravo) for demonstrating high degree of ownership and sense of urgency while executing AT&T projects.
  • Migrated critical applications and successfully managed the applications from Remote Development Centre.
  • Member of the testing core team at IBM for a training team on testing concepts and methodologies.
  • Software Advanced Testing Certification from Brainbench, the leader in online skills certification (Chantilly, Virginia)

Other Industry Training

  • IBM CERTIFIED SIX SIGMA YELLOW BELT and having experience in SIX SIGMA implementation.
  • Certified in Project Management Orientation.
  • Certified in Project Management Fundamentals.
  • Trained and qualified in Team Leadership Skills.
  • Trained and qualified for Introduction to Agile Software Development.
  • Trained and qualified in Leadership Essentials: Creating Your Own Leadership Development Plan.

Work Eligibility

New Zealand (Citizenship)

Timeline

Senior Test Manager

Inov8 Limited
03.2023

Senior Test Manager

Victoria University of Wellington
12.2021 - 02.2023

Senior Test Manager

Reserve Bank of New Zealand
09.2021 - 11.2021

Test Manager

Fire and Emergency – New Zealand
04.2021 - 08.2021

Senior Test Consultant

Ministry for Primary Industries – New Zealand
03.2019 - 03.2021

Senior Test Consultant

Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children – New Zealand
11.2018 - 02.2019

Senior Test Consultant

Ministry of Social Development – New Zealand
02.2016 - 10.2018

Senior Test Analyst / Test Lead

IBM New Zealand Ltd
11.2011 - 02.2016

Senior Test Analyst

Capgemini Consulting
07.2010 - 10.2011

Test Lead and Test Architect

IBM India Private Ltd
02.2005 - 07.2010

Test Analyst

Melstar Information Technology (Contract to IBM India)
05.2004 - 02.2005

Master of Computer Applications -

B.I.E.T., College, affiliated to Vishveswaraiah Technological University
Pradeepa Subhash