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Sonia Sagolsem

Lathrop,CA

Summary

Dynamic Senior Specialist at Synchrony Financial with a proven track record in UAT and business applications. Expert in analytical thinking and documentation management, I drive process improvements and enhance user experiences. Skilled in developing comprehensive test plans and facilitating stakeholder sign-offs, ensuring systems meet all acceptance criteria while fostering strong customer relations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Specialist - UAT and Business Applications

Synchrony Financial, GE Capital
Hyderabad, India
11.2007 - 09.2016

Reviewed and analyzed business requirements, functional specifications, and user stories.

Developed comprehensive UAT test plans, test cases, and test scenarios based on business and end-user needs.

Defined the scope and acceptance criteria for the UAT phase.

Executed user acceptance tests, simulating real-world business flows and end-user interactions.

Recreate problems in a test environment to assist developers in finding a solution.

Performed regression testing to ensure new changes do not negatively impact existing functionality.

Troubleshoot and resolved application-related production issues and errors reported by end-users.

Analyzed current business operations and workflows to identify opportunities for process improvements or automation using the applications.

Create and maintain thorough system documentation, end-user manuals, and training materials.

Coordinated efforts with IT staff, vendors, and other technical teams to resolve complex application or system problems.

Coordinated and support business users or stakeholders participating in UAT sessions.

Provided regular, clear, and concise test reports and status updates to project managers and stakeholders.

Facilitated the final sign-off from business stakeholders, confirming the system meets all acceptance criteria.

Served as the liaison between business users/stakeholders and the development/QA teams to clarify requirements and resolve issues.

Technical Support Associate

Nipuna
Hyderabad, India
01.2007 - 10.2007
  • Assisted users with troubleshooting technical issues to enhance user experience.
  • Provided support for software installations and updates to ensure system functionality.
  • Learned company-specific tools and systems to effectively address customer inquiries.
  • Documented technical issues and resolutions in knowledge base for future reference.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Periyar University
Salem, India
02-2013

Skills

  • Innovation management
  • Analytical thinking
  • Documentation management
  • Customer relations

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Gardening
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement
  • Cooking

Timeline

Senior Specialist - UAT and Business Applications

Synchrony Financial, GE Capital
11.2007 - 09.2016

Technical Support Associate

Nipuna
01.2007 - 10.2007

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Periyar University
Sonia Sagolsem