Vikash Kumaran
Senior Quality Assurance Manager @E-Dea Transport Technology
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Quality Assurance Manager @E-Dea Transport Technology
Milan, IT
Supported UAT with clients,ensuring feature validation and successful delivery-Maintained and shared product manuals,reports,and deliverables with customers-Evaluated customer requirements for precise test execution-Acquired domain knowledge in maritime ticketing systems,Assets and pricing management,hazardous materials regulations,port operations,discounts & loyalty processes-Collaborated with maritime clients,including Grimaldi Lines, Gozo Channel, CalMac Ltd, British Columbia Ferry Services Inc, Scandilines,Searoad Logistics,and Azam Marine-Led the QA team,overseeing product quality and testing processes-Trained and mentored team members,promoting professional growth-Led Scrum stand-ups,sprint planning,and retrospectives for team alignment-Leveraged Scrum,Kanban,and JIRA automation for optimized project management-Managed RabbitMQ queues to ensure efficient message processing-Analyzed business processes and drafted functional workflow charts-Analyzed user requirements and specifications for comprehensive test coverage-Developed detailed test plans and cases to ensure testing accuracy-Authored test scenarios covering both positive and negative cases-Designed and implemented automation test suites using Java and Selenium,with seamless integration into Git and Jenkins for continuous integration and version control-Created SQL queries for backend testing and data validation-Performed manual testing on web,desktop,mobile apps,and APIs (SOAP & REST)-Performed API testing with Swagger for functionality and integration validation-Developed JMeter scripts to assess performance during testing-Maintained traceability matrices to ensure aligned testing efforts-Established test methodologies and strategies for consistent results-Managed test environment deployment and maintenance using Jenkins and WebLogic Console-Developed and maintained eLearning tutorials for system processes-Delivered training sessions with customized content for effective learning
EDUCATION
GENESYS SAFETY SOLUTIONS
IOSH, Industrial Safety Technology/Technician
Zenith Safety Solutions
FIRST AID, FIRST AID
Politecnico di Milano
Master's degree, Management engineering
E.R.H.S.S
SSLC, ENGLISH
S.V.V higher secondary school
HSC, Maths,Biology
Testleaf Software solutions private limited
Certification in selenium automation, Software Evaluation
Politecnico di Milano
Master's degree, Management Engineering
K.Ramakrishnan College of Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Loyola Institute Of Business Administration
Certification in Human Resource Management, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
ABOUT VIKASH KUMARAN
With over 9 years of experience in software quality assurance, I am a results-driven Senior QA Manager with a proven track record of leading teams, optimizing testing processes, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software. I have extensive experience across various domains, including maritime, e-commerce, and ERP systems, and have worked with leading clients such as Grimaldi Lines, Gozo Channel, CalMac Ltd, British Columbia Ferry Services Inc, Works Applications and SoftBank Corp.As a hands-on leader, I have managed and mentored QA teams, fostering collaboration and professional growth. I am adept at conducting Scrum stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives, using agile methodologies like Scrum and Kanban to ensure project success. I have also utilized JIRA,Redmine for project tracking and test management to maintain alignment with client goals and deliverables.My expertise includes both manual and automated testing using tools such as Selenium, Java, and RestAssured. I have designed and implemented comprehensive test automation frameworks that integrate with CI/CD pipelines, ensuring faster release cycles and enhanced product quality. I am also proficient in backend testing with SQL, API testing (SOAP/REST), and performance testing using JMeter.I excel at managing test environments, defect tracking, and delivering detailed test plans, cases, and reports. My ability to collaborate with development teams and clients has been key in driving defect resolution and ensuring that software meets client requirements. Additionally, I have developed custom tools, such as the DAT Checker, to improve process efficiency and reduce errors.Committed to continuous improvement, I strive to enhance testing methodologies and strategies, ensuring consistent results and high-quality software delivery.
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