Jefin Purushothama Dhas

About Jefin Purushothama Dhas

With over a decade of experience in software quality assurance, I am currently leading QA and release management for Cisco\'s AI products. My core competencies include designing advanced automation frameworks and integrating AI-security models into existing ecosystems. At Cisco, my mission aligns with delivering robust, AI-powered solutions that redefine the landscape of cybersecurity.Recently, I\'ve been at the forefront of Cisco\'s AI-Defense product, ensuring top-tier performance through end-to-end quality assurance. My role extends to managing a high-performing team, where I\'ve successfully led the quality for integration of the Robust Intelligence team\'s security models into our suite of AI applications, significantly enhancing automation testing and validation processes using AI models.

Experience

1. Software Engineering Qa Technical Leader

   Cisco

   Nov 2024 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Leading QA and Release Management for Cisco\'s AI DefenseSpearheaded end-to-end quality assurance and release management for Cisco\'s AI-Defense product, ensuring robust performance and reliability.Collaborated with the newly acquired Robust Intelligence team to integrate AI-security models into the AI-Defense ecosystem.Designed advanced automation test frameworks leveraging AI models for intelligent validation and testing.Led and managed a high-performing QA team within Cisco\'s AI division, delivering top-quality AI-powered assistants and solutions.Played a dual role as Release Manager and QA Technical Leader, ensuring seamless releases for all AI products from Cisco\'s security team.Worked extensively on validating integrations with AWS Bedrock, Google Vertex AI, and Azure OpenAI, ensuring compatibility and high-quality performance across cloud platforms.Coordinated with various in-house teams to integrate AI-assistants into their products, maintaining rigorous quality standards.

Education

• Scott Christian Hr Sec School, Nagercoil

  X, Mathematics and Science

  2004 — 2005

• T.M.H.N.U Mat Hr Sec School

  High School, Mathematics and Computer Science

  2006 — 2007

• Vickram college of Engineering

  Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Computer Engineering

  2007 — 2011

Skills

• Powerpoint
• Windows
• Eclipse
• Html
• C
• Programming
• Test Automation
• Requirements Analysis
• Algorithms
• Microsoft Office
• C++
• Appium
• Data Structures
• Selenium
• Java Enterprise Edition
• Software Engineering
• Java
• Selenium Webdriver
• Teamwork
• Sql
• Linux
• Microsoft Word
• Core Java
• Sdlc
• Selenium Testing
• Python
• Mobile Testing