Soumya Kumaran
@soumyakumaran
I am Soumya Kumaran, a QA professional with over 10 years of experience in testing.
What I'm looking for
I began my career as a manual test engineer and have since advanced into an expert in both manual and automation testing. My expertise spans a wide range of tools and methodologies, including Selenium and ACCELQ for automation, Agile and Scrum frameworks, and API testing with Postman. I am also highly proficient in Jira, with extensive experience as both a user and administrator.
Over the course of my career, I have successfully performed various types of testing, such as functional, non-functional, system, smoke, and regression testing. I take pride in crafting detailed test cases, creating efficient test plans, and managing test cycles effectively, even within tight deadlines.
I am a results-driven professional with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth communication and timely delivery of high-quality software.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
QA Manager
HICX Solutions Pvt Ltd
Dec 2015 - Nov 2024 (8 years 11 months)
Led a QA team of 11 engineers, implementing automated testing solutions and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Managed end-to-end QA processes, reducing defect rates and improving product quality. Proficient in Agile, Scrum, and DevOps methodologies.
QA Engineer
Aisin
Aug 2015 - Sep 2015 (1 month)
Responsible for maintaining the end-to-end quality of an e-commerce website. Involved in UI testing, Beta testing, and regression testing, ensuring all client requirements were met.
QA Lead
Fox Digital Web Pvt Ltd
Feb 2014 - Sep 2015 (1 year 7 months)
Led a team of 4 QA Analysts, ensuring all functional and non-functional requirements were met before product releases. Coordinated testing efforts across multiple projects to deliver high-quality software.
QA Tester
Thinking Blocks
Feb 2014 - Jul 2014 (5 months)
Involved in application testing for an educational iPad application. Prepared and executed test cases, documented software defects, and updated the Requirement Traceability Matrix.
Sr. Quality Analyst
Aitrich Technologies Pvt Ltd
Nov 2011 - Feb 2014 (2 years 3 months)
Created detailed test plans and executed testing for mobile applications and supplier management systems. Responsible for identifying defects and ensuring all critical issues were addressed before release.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Westfort College
Master of Computer Applications, Computer Applications
2011 - 2014
Completed a Master of Computer Applications, focusing on software development, testing methodologies, and project management. Developed skills in creating detailed test plans and identifying defects to ensure software quality.
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Higher Secondary Education
Completed Higher Secondary Education, focusing on foundational subjects necessary for further education.
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Bachelor of Physics, Physics
Completed a Bachelor of Physics, gaining foundational knowledge in physical sciences and analytical skills.
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