Sushil Gangal

Demonstrate a commitment to excellence as a Scrum Master and UiPath RPA Certified professional, leveraging a robust career in Manual Testing to drive project success and team collaboration. Targeting challenging opportunities in Software Testing and Team Management within dynamic environments. Offering 15 years of experience in Manual Testing across diverse sectors, including Payments, Collection, RMS, and DDS, ensuring quality & compliance.

Led quality control efforts at AurionPro, utilizing the Scrum Framework to drive efficient project execution and high-quality results. Proficient in defining and prioritizing Product Backlog Items (PBI) and applying Agile methodologies for successful project outcomes. Demonstrated strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to manage client relationships and enhance project performance.

Managed multiple projects autonomously, optimizing resource allocation to maximize outcomes and improve efficiency. Expert in creating Test Plans, Test Strategies, and leveraging bug tracking tools (JIRA, ZOHO, TFS) for effective project management and defect resolution.

QC Manager / Scrum Master - AurionPro

(2024-03 - 2024-09)

• Ensured adherence to the Scrum framework, optimizing team collaboration and project delivery for client ADCB, PNB, CANARA and SBI.
• Facilitated Scrum events, including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrums, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives, ensuring smooth workflow.
• Collaborated with the team to define and prioritize Product Backlog Items (PBI), driving focus on high-priority tasks, aligning the resources with QA activities for End-to-End testing.
• Confirming the received build with smoke validation and moving ahead with rigorous sanity test as per the released modules.
• Guided and coached team on QA principles, enhancing their understanding on Finacle10.
• Identified and managed risks, developing contingency plans to ensure results for Deployed projects (ADCB, PNB & CANARA).
• Managing the day to day discussions with BA's for ongoing development project for SBI with the CR's and weekly release.
• Daily execution reports sharing with the stake holders and senior management.
• Assigned specific QA Responsibilities to team members based on project needs and skillsets, ensuring efficient task completion.
• Conducted daily stand-up meetings to provide clear project updates and address any blockers.
• Developed comprehensive test plans, strategies, and defect leakage reports to ensure project quality.
• Monitored internal and external defect trends, implementing corrective actions to minimize software defects.
• Organized weekly status meetings to assess project progress and adjust resources as needed.

Test Manager - Kale Logistics Solutions

(2021-12 - 2023-01)

• Facilitated the adoption of Agile approaches, standards methodologies and tools.
• Partnered with product owner and cross functional POD to deliver incremental value.
• Removed impediments for the team and shielded from the external distractions.
• Led and managed all scrum-related activities to build a pipeline of disruptive innovation products.
• Co-ordinated and facilitated all agile ceremonies for the assigned POD.
• Guided and coached team on agile principles, enhancing their understanding and application.
• Directed the alignment of multiple projects with the QA process to ensure streamlined and consistent testing procedures.
• Managed resource allocation across projects, optimizing efficiency by assigning Primary and Secondary roles as needed.
• Led daily stand-up meetings, fostering transparent communication and ensuring team members were aligned on project goals.
• Implemented Agile methodologies, ensuring sprint workflows were maintained, and project timelines adhered to.
• Developed test plans, strategies, and defect leakage reports, contributing to the success of high-quality project delivery.
• Coordinated weekly status meetings, providing stakeholders with updates on ongoing and completed project tasks.
• Planned and facilitated resource training sessions, fostering continuous skill development within the team.

Test Lead - Global Software Resources with SBI on Finacle

(2016-08 - 2021-12)

• Led both manual and automated testing efforts across multiple banking-related projects (SBI General, Life, RinRaksha, Credit Card, and Reconciliation).
• Led the team on validating the activities for General and Life Insurance with CBS process during the merger process of SBI Hyderabad and SBI Travancore.
• Analyzed and translated client requirements into detailed test cases and scenarios, ensuring complete test coverage.
• Developed comprehensive test plans, traceability matrices, and test cases to meet business objectives on Finacle process.
• Validating with CBS for journal number creation on policy registration through front end and external API services.
• Validation of Lead creation, Proposal Generation, Customer consent & documentation, Underwriting process, Premium payment, Policy issuance, Policy management, MIS reporting.
• Validating the RinRaksha policy payment process through Finacle.
• Validation of Single premium deduction, Regular premium deduction, and payment process with CBS on Finacle.
• Verifying the CBS tracks policy renewals, Cancellations, and endorsements.
• Tracked defects through TFS, providing detailed reports and facilitating timely resolution with the development team.
• Conducted regression testing and communicated results to ensure the stability of the software post-defect fixes.
• Tested database interactions for various banking products, ensuring accurate transaction records and data integrity.
• Coordinated end-to-end testing of the bank's suite of products, ensuring quality deliverables.
• Worked closely with cross-functional teams to resolve software defects and enhance product quality.

Senior Quality Assurance - Focalworks

(2014-07 - 2015-05)

• Developed and executed detailed test cases for functional testing, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the Pearson Exam platform.
• Led regression testing efforts, tracking defects and coordinating with developers for issue resolution.
• Maintained clear and thorough test documentation, ensuring test cases were up to date and reviewed for accuracy.
• Communicated application issues to the development team, ensuring prompt resolution and continuous improvement.
• Trained team members on the functionality of the application, enhancing team capability and knowledge.
• Provided feedback to development teams to ensure the product met project timelines and quality standards.

Software Engineer - Ingram Micro

(2013-07 - 2014-07)

• Created and executed test scripts for new requirements and enhancements as part of the web application development lifecycle.
• Collaborated with the development team to ensure test scenarios and cases were executed as intended.
• Led black-box testing efforts, including smoke, sanity, and regression testing, ensuring software stability.
• Managed defect tracking and reporting through Team Foundation Server (TFS), ensuring all issues were logged & addressed promptly.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams, preparing meeting minutes and facilitating progress discussions.
• Generated monthly status reports for clients and stakeholders, tracking enhancement releases and defect resolution.

QA Tester - ICLP

(2010-10 - 2013-07)

• Tested multiple user interfaces including Member, CMS, and Admin sites for Intel's rewards and promotions systems.
• Performed testing for reward generation, point redemption, and account status across different geographical regions.
• Developed and executed test cases for functional, regression, and change request testing, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
• Tracked and documented defects using JIRA, ensuring issues were resolved promptly to maintain product stability.
• Performed regression testing to verify bug fixes, ensuring software stability post-defect resolution.

QA Tester / Technical Support - Top Rock India Web Solutions

(2010-06 - 2010-10)

• Managed article submissions and distribution across various online directories to enhance web presence.
• Optimized SEO through keyword generation and rank tracking, improving website visibility.
• Provided technical support to clients, addressing issues related to website functionality and performance.
• Tracked site rankings using SEO tools, generating rank reports to assess website performance and improvements.

Application Support Engineer (Level 1) - Endroit Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

(2008-06 - 2009-10)

• Monitored and resolved server-related issues, ensuring the stability of internet services and server performance.
• Provided technical support for system and database issues, offering timely solutions and ensuring minimal service disruptions.
• Managed Linux file systems, ensuring proper access control and disk space availability.
• Conducted troubleshooting for client domains, ensuring seamless connectivity and resolution of network-related issues.

B.E. - Electronics, Manual Testing - Abhinav College of Engineering and Polytechnic, Pune (University of Pune) (2005)