Kalpana Gupta

Experience

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  Computech International Ltd

  Aug 1995 - Jan 1997

  Software Engineer
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  Polaris Consulting & Services Ltd

  Feb 1997 - Dec 1997

  Software Engineer
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  APA Inc.

  Apr 1998 - Jan 2003

  Developer
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  SAIC

  Jan 2003 - Feb 2006

  Development Sr.
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  Freddie Mac

  Jan 2007 - now

  Release Train Engineer (RTE) on Resolve - an integrated default management solution that uses automation and seamless integration to deliver rapid, rules-based workout decisions to Servicers. I orchestrate and optimize Agile Release Trains, ensuring the seamless integration of iterative development and timely product delivery. With a focus on Agile frameworks such as SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), I facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams, implement Lean-Agile principles, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. My role involves fostering a culture of innovation, adaptability, and efficiency, ultimately contributing to the successful delivery of high-quality products in a rapidly evolving and dynamic environment. Show less Provided technical leadership and mentoring to QA teams; Designed and executed comprehensive test strategies; fostered a culture of continuous learning; implemented test automation frameworks, optimized testing processes, and ensured the delivery of high-quality software solutions in an Agile environment.My responsibilities extended beyond technical leadership to collaborating with project stakeholders, contributing to project planning, and ensuring comprehensive testing coverage for critical functionalities. By staying abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, I ensured that our QA practices aligned with the latest advancements, promoting innovation and efficiency within the team.Spearheaded a transformative strategic initiative aimed at cultivating cross-skilled teams by providing test automation skills to developers. Created customized trainings, enabled pair programmings and encouraged developers to apply their newfound skills to actual projects and feature enhancements. Through this initiative, our development teams achieved a harmonious blend of development and testing capabilities, resulting in faster and more robust software delivery. The cross-skilled teams now contribute not only to software development but also to the testing process, enhancing the overall agility and resilience of our organization. Show less

  • Agile Development Manager

    Nov 2021 - now

  • QA Technical Lead

    Apr 2015 - Oct 2021

  • QA Manager

    Apr 2008 - Mar 2015

  • Sr. QA Analyst

    Jan 2007 - Mar 2008