Swathi D

Experience

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  Tata Consultancy Services

  Apr 2011 - Jul 2015

  Test Lead

  Worked for PriceWaterhouseCoopers(PwC) Client managing the client’s desktop environment. ● Review and analyze the project requirements● Plan and organize the knowledge transfer to the Software Test Engineers and self● Collect the queries related to the requirements and get them resolved by the Client ● Plan, organize and lead the testing kick-off meeting● Scope the required tests● Design the required test strategy in line with the scope and organization standards● Create the software test plan, get it reviewed and approved/ signed-off by the relevant stakeholders● Communicate with the client or on site/ offshore team members, as required● Review the test cases and test data generated by the Software Test Engineers and get them to address the review comments● Track the new/ updated requirements in the project and modify testing artifacts accordingly● Review defect reports and assign valid defects to the relevant developer/ development manager● Assign returned defect reports and assist the concerned Software Test Engineer, as required● Ensure the resolved defects are re-tested● Consolidate and report test results to the concerned stakeholders● Review the status reports of the Software Test Engineers● Improve the test process based on the suggestions by others and own judgment● Worked as a lead by providing guidance and mentor-ship to many employees under me● Team-based management style and excellent interpersonal and communication skills● Efficient client communication skills involving meetings and discussions on requirements and project proposals Show less

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  Northwest Missouri State University

  May 2016 - Dec 2016

  Graduate Assistant

  Worked as a Graduate Assistant in Northwest Missouri State University in Project Management Course for 2 months and currently working as a Graduate Assistant for Java.

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  Nuovo Solutions

  Feb 2017 - Jun 2018

  Senior Software Engineer

  Expertly configure and maintain secure RDS instances in AWS, ensuring robust security measures for data integrity.Develop and maintain AWS components for public-facing infrastructure, application back-end, and administration, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of AWS services.Drive effective testing processes, from data setup and automation using tools like SoapUI/Ready API, to orchestrating services with Groovy scripting, ensuring seamless transitions to production.Collaborate seamlessly in an agile environment, participating in team meetings, architecture reviews, and triaging issues through JIRA, showcasing adaptability and teamwork. Show less

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  Charter Communications

  Jul 2018 - now

  Orchestrated GitLab pipelines and Jenkins workflows, optimizing CI/CD processes for efficient software delivery.Spearheaded the creation of Kubernetes clusters, including EKS, providing a robust foundation for containerized applications.Utilize Datadog metrics to monitor and analyze system behavior, ensuring optimal performance and identifying areas for improvement.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies seamlessly into existing infrastructure, promoting a cohesive and forward-looking technology stack.Led initiatives for continuous improvement, incorporating best practices and industry standards to enhance overall system reliability and efficiency.Extensive experience in Linux environments, leveraging command-line expertise for system administration and troubleshooting.Implement and configure Splunk for comprehensive log analysis, driving insights into system performance and security.Manage, configure, and optimize various AWS services, including EC2 instances, RDS databases, S3 storage, and VPCs. Show less Lead the design, enhancement, and implementation of Charter Spectrum's Development, Operations, and Test strategies for impactful business initiatives.Lead debugging and troubleshooting efforts on Linux platforms, conducting comprehensive system testing for Cable TV components.Drive integration testing through the creation of SOAP user-interface scripts using Java and Groovy scripting for IP Video products.Oversee the DevOps toolchain, extending and maintaining services like GitLab, Kubernetes, and Ansible for streamlined operations.Define and track quality assurance metrics, collaborating with the product owner to align business operational strategies with product quality goals in an Agile environment.Develop and maintain applications for various AWS services, showcasing expertise in cloud technologies.Lead the development of availability and monitoring scripts for end-to-end reliability of Kubernetes clusters.Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring high-quality and efficient performance of the team and deliverables. Show less Lead the installation, configuration, and security maintenance of RDS instances in AWS, showcasing expertise in cloud environment management.Drive the development, modification, and support of AWS-based components, ensuring excellence in public-facing infrastructure and application back-end features.Excel in data modeling using Cassandra database, contributing to robust and efficient data structures.Take a proactive role in root-cause analysis for lower environment failures, ensuring a seamless transition to production.Actively participate in triaging issues through JIRA, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills in a collaborative setting. Show less

  • Principal Engineer 1

    Feb 2023 - now

  • Lead Software Engineer

    Feb 2021 - now

  • Senior Software Development Engineer

    Jul 2018 - now