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I am a results-driven QA leader with over 14 years of IT experience, specializing in quality assurance strategies, test automation, and delivering high-impact solutions across complex systems. I have a passion for leading cross-functional teams to improve software quality, streamline processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards. I am skilled at aligning QA processes with business goals to enhance product reliability, optimize resource management, and mitigate risk. I enjoy collaborating closely with stakeholders and mentoring teams to foster continuous improvement and achieve project success.…I am a results-driven QA leader with over 14 years of IT experience, specializing in quality assurance strategies, test automation, and delivering high-impact solutions across complex systems. I have a passion for leading cross-functional teams to improve software quality, streamline processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards. I am skilled at aligning QA processes with business goals to enhance product reliability, optimize resource management, and mitigate risk. I enjoy collaborating closely with stakeholders and mentoring teams to foster continuous improvement and achieve project success.

Priya Sekar

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I am a results-driven QA leader with over 14 years of IT experience, specializing in quality assurance strategies, test automation, and delivering high-impact solutions across complex systems. I have a passion for leading cross-functional teams to improve software quality, streamline processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards. I am skilled at aligning QA processes with business goals to enhance product reliability, optimize resource management, and mitigate risk. I enjoy collaborating closely with stakeholders and mentoring teams to foster continuous improvement and achieve project success.…I am a results-driven QA leader with over 14 years of IT experience, specializing in quality assurance strategies, test automation, and delivering high-impact solutions across complex systems. I have a passion for leading cross-functional teams to improve software quality, streamline processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards. I am skilled at aligning QA processes with business goals to enhance product reliability, optimize resource management, and mitigate risk. I enjoy collaborating closely with stakeholders and mentoring teams to foster continuous improvement and achieve project success.

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I am a results-driven QA leader with over 14 years of IT experience, specializing in quality assurance strategies, test automation, and delivering high-impact solutions across complex systems. I have a passion for leading cross-functional teams to improve software quality, streamline processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

I am skilled at aligning QA processes with business goals to enhance product reliability, optimize resource management, and mitigate risk. I enjoy collaborating closely with stakeholders and mentoring teams to foster continuous improvement and achieve project success.

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Work Experience

Principal Consultant at XCentium (New England Biolabs)

November 1, 2022 - June 10, 2024

Led QA efforts for digital transformation projects involving Sitecore-based solutions with integrations to Salesforce and SAP. Developed comprehensive test plans and executed functional, integration, and end-to-end testing across multiple platforms ensuring data accuracy and process consistency. Conducted ADA testing for WCAG compliance, collaborated with stakeholders and developers to refine strategies, reducing post-deployment defects by 30%. Monitored data synchronization across systems, verified application stability using performance monitoring tools, tested mobile platforms using Browser Stack, and provided strategic improvements to QA processes resulting in faster delivery and better product quality.

Quality Engineer II at TD Bank

November 1, 2021 - November 1, 2022

Served as Program Test lead overseeing SIT and BAT testing for major finance projects impacting multiple business lines. Established and managed test governance frameworks ensuring consistent QA standards. Led cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and reduce critical defects by 35%, enhancing system stability. Applied mainframe expertise optimizing JCL scripts and batch job processing for critical financial applications. Provided risk assessments and liaised with senior leadership as primary quality engineering contact. Chaired defect triage to reduce issue turnaround by 25% and mentored junior QA team members. Designed KPIs and provided executive reporting on project quality and health.

Sr. Test Coordinator at CIBC Bank

June 1, 2021 - October 31, 2021

Delivered regulatory compliance project with 98% test case coverage. Coordinated cross-functional testing activities focusing on data accuracy and end-to-end testing for core banking applications supporting compliance requirements. Led defect triage improving issue resolution times and enhanced project timelines. Provided detailed risk and quality metrics reporting to stakeholders and collaborated on improving test coverage for complex workflows. Implemented best practices in test data management optimizing testing cycles.

Test Lead at TD Bank (contractor)

August 1, 2018 - May 31, 2021

Led testing of critical financial applications on IBM Mainframe, ensuring batch processing accuracy. Conducted mainframe automation POC resulting in 20% reduction in manual testing. Used JCL, DB2, and FileAid tools for data validation and performed debugging and ABEND resolution to improve system stability and minimize downtime. Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance test coverage for mainframe applications and led testing for system re-writes reducing associated risks. Delivered bug-free production deployments and coordinated with business analysts and developers to meet testing requirements.

Test Manager at Cognizant Technology Solutions (Alignment Healthcare)

September 1, 2016 - March 31, 2017

Managed QA efforts for healthcare applications across membership, provider, and claims modules ensuring HIPAA and EDI compliance. Led QA analysts ensuring on-time delivery. Automated regression tests using Selenium and Java enhancing accuracy and reducing manual effort. Improved claims processing workflows boosting efficiency by 25% in Revenue Cycle Management. Developed EDI file validations and created dashboards and reports to monitor defect trends and test coverage. Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and maintained robust validation processes.

Test Lead at Tata Consultancy Services (KPMG)

January 1, 2015 - September 30, 2016

Supported firm-wide ITSM applications including ServiceNow modules, leading testing efforts to minimize downtime and improve operations. Managed testing activities yielding a 30% reduction in system issues. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align testing with project goals and provided comprehensive dashboards and risk reports to senior management. Delivered key test documentation and ensured compliance with project schedules.

Test Lead at Tata Consultancy Services (Nielsen)

July 1, 2007 - January 31, 2015

Led large-scale mainframe to distributed environment migration projects, reducing IT costs significantly. Executed end-to-end testing of mainframe batch jobs, scripts, and data processing ensuring smooth migration with minimal downtime. Used tools such as JCL, DB2, FileAid, and Comparex for data validation and performed mainframe debugging for improved system stability. Identified automation opportunities to reduce manual testing and enhance efficiency.