LAKSHMI PUTTEGOWDA
Irving,TX
Summary
Self-motivated and hardworking seeking an entry-level position to begin my carrier. Extensive experience in Agile methodology. Interaction with client for reporting issues and handled critical releases. Proficient in analyzing and translating business requirements to technical requirements and architecture. Good database skills and Real time development knowledge. Experience in leading team. Handled multiple roles. Having domain knowledge on Insurance and Airline industries. Good communication skills, interpersonal skills, self-motivated, quick learner, team player, flexible, and good zeal to participate in extracurricular activities. Driven Quality Engineer with great knowledge of process change documentation and root cause analysis. Ambitious and driven individual with extensive training in [Software] and [Industry] protocols. Dedicated to best-in-class work. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Award-winning [Type] Engineer focused on sustainable design. Highly effective at working with teams of designers and builders to accomplish projects on-time and according to cost constraints.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Test Engineer
American International Group, AIG
07.2011 - 02.2016
Senior test engineer
Quality Engineer
LTI Mindtree
03.2023 - Current
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Supported quality team members during corrective action updates.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and conducting thorough root cause analysis.
- Partnered with senior management to analyze issues and find appropriate solutions.
- Organized and managed Quality Engineering team resources effectively, assigning tasks according to strengths, skill sets, and workload balance for optimal efficiency.
- Facilitated process improvements to successfully decrease errors.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
Senior Test Specialist
MindTree Ltd, Bangalore
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Participated actively in sprint planning meetings by providing input on test scope, resource allocation, and timelines.
- Supported user acceptance testing activities by providing guidance on test scenarios and validating reported issues.
- Evaluated emerging testing tools and technologies, recommending implementation where appropriate to enhance overall team capabilities.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the team, driving innovation in testing processes and methodologies.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering a collaborative work environment that led to increased productivity and skill development.
- Established effective communication channels between stakeholders, enabling prompt resolution of issues and continuous improvement in testing processes.
Test Specialist
MindTree Ltd, Bangalore
08.2017 - 12.2020
- Championed the adoption of Agile methodologies within the Test Engineering team, promoting collaboration and adaptability throughout the organization.
- Reduced product defects by designing comprehensive test plans and strategies for optimal test coverage.
- Conducted root cause analysis for identified issues, providing actionable insights to development teams for rapid resolution.
- Delivered consistent results by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices and emerging trends in testing methodologies.
- Optimized existing testing processes through regular review and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Established metrics-driven approach to track progress and measure success within the Test Engineering department.
- Tested, identified and troubleshot problems with networks.
Test Specialist
MindTree Ltd, Bangalore
10.2011 - 02.2016
- Maintained test environment stability by conducting regular maintenance and system upgrades, ensuring accurate testing results.
- Identified critical bugs through thorough testing processes, enhancing overall product performance.
- Collaborated with development teams to resolve defects and improve the overall stability of applications.
- Supported, implemented and helped shape test approach by identifying solutions to recurring issues.
- Managed defect tracking systems effectively, ensuring timely resolution of reported issues while maintaining accurate documentation records.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing within the team through regular presentations on new tools, techniques, and best practices in software testing.
- Collaborated with personnel to spread good practices, share knowledge and provide tool evaluations and selections support.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Supported developers in debugging efforts, providing clear reproduction steps and logs for identified defects.
- Reduced defect leakage by rigorously analyzing requirements and creating comprehensive test plans.
Education
B.E - Biotechnology Engineering
Siddaganga Institute of Technology
Tumkur01.2011
Skills
- PVCS Tracker ALM, JIRA
- DB
- Windows
- INSURANCE & AIRLINE
- Postman API testing
- Smoke Testing
- Functional Testing
- Test plan creation
- Quality Assurance
- Application testing
- Database Testing
- User Acceptance Testing
- Test Planning
- Root Cause Analysis
- System Testing
- Defect tracking
- Test Cases Design
- Requirements Analysis
- Test strategies and coverages
- Testing Coordination
- Unit Testing
- Defect Tracking and Reporting
- Manual test case preparation
- Test Plans and Test Methodologies
- Defect monitoring
- Testing Analytics
- Documentation skills
Functional Domain
- Airline, 3.5 years, SWA airlines as Tester and worked in client location (Dallas, TX), H1Visa
- Insurance, 5 Years, AIG – Worked on Property and casualty business
Special Achievements
- Pat on the Back Award, For Project deliverable on time by understanding the situation of work and spent extra hours for completing the task on time without any escalations.
- Pat on the Back Award, For commitment dedication in ensuring quality of work and customer delight at every possible way.
- Spot on -Master Mind Award, Extraordinary additional efforts on exception state extended rate mode CR scrum.
- Spot on -Hats off Award, Showing the team spirit by accepting the weekend work request on short notice.
Technical Domain
- Database testing, 2 years, Software Test engineer
- Functional testing, 6 years, Software Test engineer, Senior test engineer, Test specialist
Timeline
Quality Engineer
LTI Mindtree
03.2023 - Current
Senior Test Specialist
MindTree Ltd, Bangalore
01.2021 - 01.2023
Test Specialist
MindTree Ltd, Bangalore
08.2017 - 12.2020
Test Specialist
MindTree Ltd, Bangalore
10.2011 - 02.2016
Software Test Engineer
American International Group, AIG
07.2011 - 02.2016
Senior test engineer
B.E - Biotechnology Engineering
Siddaganga Institute of Technology
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