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Soumyajit Basu

@soumyajitbasu

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Experienced Software Quality Assurance professional with 18 years in the field.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking opportunities that allow me to leverage my extensive QA experience while fostering team growth and enhancing software quality.

With nearly 18 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance, I have honed my skills in implementing thorough testing strategies and optimizing processes within the technology and finance sectors. My journey has been marked by a commitment to excellence, leading quality assurance initiatives as the Assistant Vice President at Kredent InfoEdge, where I managed critical projects and cultivated a diverse skill set in various testing methodologies.

Throughout my career, I have successfully reduced defect rates and improved customer satisfaction scores by initiating and executing quality assurance processes. My expertise in leveraging sophisticated testing tools like Selenium and JMeter has allowed me to optimize testing workflows and elevate software quality standards. I take pride in mentoring junior QA professionals, fostering a skilled and cohesive team that consistently meets project deadlines and quality standards.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

AVP – Quality Assurance

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Kredent InfoEdge Pvt. Ltd.

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)

Leading quality assurance processes across various projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Mentoring a team of QA experts and facilitating collaboration with cross-functional teams to resolve quality-related challenges. Implementing automation frameworks using Selenium to enhance testing efficiency.

Quality Assurance Selenium Agile Project Management Automation Testing Automation Framework Team Leadership Stakeholder Engagement Performance Testing Risk Management

QA Head

Lexmark International (India) Pvt. Ltd.

May 2014 - Jan 2022 (7 years 8 months)

Oversaw quality assurance for the Lexmark Print Management project, ensuring adherence to quality standards. Collaborated with development teams to define testing requirements and managed resources to enhance team performance.

Quality Assurance Test Planning Resource Management Agile Methodologies Functional Testing Team Leadership Automation Testing Continuous Improvement

Senior Associate

Cognizant Technologies Ltd.

Apr 2013 - May 2014 (1 year 1 month)

Formulated and executed test strategies for the PSS NextGen project in the travel domain. Managed testing resources and developed automated test scripts using Selenium to improve testing efficiency.

Test Strategy Selenium Resource Management Cross Functional Collaboration Automation Testing Continuous Improvement Training Development Functional Testing

Test Lead

Lexmark International (India) Pvt. Ltd.

Nov 2010 - Apr 2013 (2 years 5 months)

Led functional testing for the Triple Crown project, ensuring software components met specifications. Developed automation test scripts and provided mentorship to junior testers.

Functional Testing Selenium Mentorship Cross Functional Collaboration Quality Assurance Automation Testing

Test Lead

IBM India Pvt. Ltd.

Dec 2009 - Nov 2010 (11 months)

Managed testing for the SchoolsFirst Consumer Lending project in the banking domain. Ensured comprehensive testing coverage and collaborated with teams for effective communication.

Test Management Banking Domain Functional Testing Team Collaboration Test Coverage Quality Assurance Resource Allocation Continuous Improvement

Test Lead

Infosys Technologies Ltd.

Sep 2005 - Dec 2009 (4 years 3 months)

Led testing efforts for the Pitney Bowes Test Centre of Excellence, ensuring quality standards were met. Engaged in defect management and provided insights into software quality.

Test Leadership Quality Assurance Test Planning Functional Testing Team Collaboration Resource Management Continuous Improvement

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Institute of Engineering & Management

Bachelor of Technology, Software Engineering

2001 - 2005

Grade: 8.04

Completed a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) with a focus on software engineering principles and practices, achieving a GPA of 8.04. The program emphasized practical applications of technology in various sectors, preparing for a career in software quality assurance.