SaktiPrasad Biswas
@saktiprasadbiswas
Results-driven Senior Business Analyst specializing in digital transformation.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Senior Business Analyst with extensive experience in the Payments sector, specializing in digital transformation and project management for leading organizations like VISA and MasterCard. My expertise lies in requirement gathering, process mapping, use case analysis, and change management, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects involving system implementation and business process transformation.
Throughout my career, I have successfully led the implementation of MasterCard's Real-Time and Batch payment solutions, utilizing Agile methodologies. I excel in creating user stories, conducting story mapping sessions, and ensuring that solutions meet business acceptance criteria. My collaborative approach allows me to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, and I am skilled in various software development methodologies, including Agile, V-model, and Waterfall.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Business Analyst/Product Owner
MasterCard
Dec 2018 - Present (6 years 5 months)
Led the implementation of MasterCard's payment solutions within an Agile framework, creating user stories and conducting story mapping sessions. Developed REST APIs and managed product backlogs to ensure timely delivery of features while collaborating with stakeholders.
Digital Business Analyst
HTECH
Sep 2017 - Jul 2018 (10 months)
Managed ISO messaging validation for card networks and customized solutions to meet client needs. Led change management initiatives and created reports for tracking payment system performance using Power BI.
Coverage Analyst
VISA
Aug 2015 - Aug 2017 (2 years)
Coordinated business releases and managed incident and change management activities. Conducted gap analysis and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with goals and compliance with regulations.
Senior Test Analyst
VISA
Apr 2010 - Jul 2015 (5 years 3 months)
Managed test execution and led UAT sessions, validating payment solution features and gathering end-user feedback. Prepared scripts in UNIX and SQL to troubleshoot transaction issues.
Senior Software Engineer
RS Software
Jan 2010 - Apr 2010 (3 months)
Discussed release scope with stakeholders and managed resource allocation. Created and reviewed test strategies and executed regression tests using QTP.
Software Engineer
RS Software
May 2009 - Jan 2010 (8 months)
Performed functional and regression testing, prepared test plans, and conducted integration testing using SQL queries. Collaborated with developers to resolve defects.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electronics and Communication Engineering.
Polytechnic Institute, Agartala
Diploma, Electronics and Communication Engineering
Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering.
BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
Certification, Software Testing
ISTQB-ISEB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL).
Scrum Alliance
Certification, Agile Project Management
Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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