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I am a Senior QA Leader with 19+ years of experience guiding QA teams across banking, healthcare, and networking domains. I specialize in aligning testing with business goals, driving end-to-end validation, and enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions.
My strength lies in designing multi-year test strategies, RTMs, risk-based testing, and UAT facilitation. I champion shift-left and CI/CD driven quality, leverage API testing, SQL, and automation with Selenium, Robot Framework, and Python. I am a Certified Scrum Master (PSM I & II) and thrive in Agile delivery environments.
Language
English
Advanced
Work Experience
Sr Consultant - Healthcare Testing Specialist at Loblaw's
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2024Spearheaded QA for healthcare applications and EHR systems, with focus on Rx dispense workflows, HL7 interfaces, and claims adjudication. Designed and executed API tests, validated data exchange, and ensured patient safety and regulatory compliance. Implemented shift-left testing, risk-based testing, and UAT facilitation; automated end-to-end tests using Robot Framework and Python; integrated test automation within CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins). Managed RTMs, test plans, and dashboards; created test strategy aligned with business goals; performed backend validation using SQL; contributed to Google Cloud Pub/Sub testing in a healthcare environment. Drove quality improvements, reducing production issues by 15%, and mentored teams in Agile QA practices.
Data sleight INCQA Lead - Banking Specialist at Data Sleight INCQA
August 1, 2019 - September 1, 2021Led QA for financial services products, focusing on API testing (SOAP/REST/WSDL), security validation, and data integrity. Built end-to-end test scenarios spanning multiple systems; coordinated UAT with business stakeholders; tracked defects through resolution. Automated regression tests using Selenium and Robot Framework; performed backend data validation with SQL; delivered QA artifacts including test plans, cases, dashboards. Facilitated Agile ceremonies and backlog grooming; supported release planning for trading platforms; ensured regulatory compliance and data protection.
Associate Consultant at BMO (HCL Tech)
June 1, 2018 - August 1, 2019Supported banking infrastructure QA with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) and Python automation for test data generation, report parsing, and validation of financial transactions; performed cross-browser testing and backend data validation using SQL; contributed to test design and execution.
Lead Consultant - Payment Specialist at CIBC (Virtusa Polaris)
July 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018Led payment system testing covering financial API integration, messaging (WebSphere MQ, SOAP/REST), and security controls. Validated end-to-end transaction flows, performed root-cause analysis, and managed defects. Executed SOAP/REST API tests and database checks; supported cross-functional QA activities to ensure release readiness.
Test Analyst at Scotiabank (Tech Mahindra)
July 1, 2012 - July 1, 2016Mobile and API testing for banking apps; tested remote deposit capture; backend data validation via SQL; defect tracking and reporting; JIRA administration.
Test Engineer at Zensar (CISCO – Projects)
July 1, 2009 - July 1, 2012Functional testing for networking products; database testing & validation using SQL; managed JIRA workflows for defect tracking and release management; collaborated with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery; developed and maintained test strategies and evaluation plans.
Consultant at HSBC (Quinnox)
February 1, 2007 - July 1, 2009Corporate Banking – Interest Calculation and Billing project. Validated interest calculation engines and investment products; SIT and system integration testing; financial data validation using SQL; SOAP/REST API testing; ensured regulatory compliance and data security.
Software Engineer at BOSS IT Pvt. Ltd
December 1, 2005 - February 1, 2007System testing and product testing for Hospital Management System; tested hospital and patient management workflows; regression testing and defect resolution; collaborated with developers to improve performance.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering at D. Y. Patil College of Engineering
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2005Qualifications
Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026Professional Scrum Master II (PSM II)
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026Software Quality Test Analyst (SQTA)
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026Industry Experience
Healthcare, Financial Services, Retail, Professional Services, Software & Internet
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