Omprakash (Omii) Kuppusamy
About Omprakash (Omii) Kuppusamy
Omprakash (Omii) Kuppusamy serves as the Associate Vice President at Cigniti Technologies, where he has worked since 2018. With a background in quality engineering and extensive experience across various industries, he has held significant roles at companies such as Oracle, UnitedHealth Group, and Cognizant Technology Solutions.
Work at Cigniti Technologies
Omprakash Kuppusamy has been serving as Associate Vice President at Cigniti Technologies since 2018. In this role, he has focused on enhancing Quality Engineering practices within the organization. His tenure at Cigniti has been marked by the development of Quality Engineering teams utilizing SAFe methodologies across various geographical locations. His leadership has contributed to the company's commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Omprakash held several positions in notable companies. He worked at Oracle as a Project Lead from 2003 to 2007 in Bengaluru, India. He also served as a Senior Software Engineer at L&T Infotech from 2000 to 2003 in Chennai, India. His experience includes a role as Director of IT Quality Engineering & Assurance at UnitedHealth Group from 2015 to 2017 in New Jersey, where he managed quality assurance initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Omprakash Kuppusamy studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he completed a program on Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy in 2018. He also holds a Master of Science (MS) degree in Information System and Analysis from Bharathidasan University, which he earned from 1999 to 2001. His educational background supports his expertise in integrating AI and ML technologies into digital transformation initiatives.
Achievements in Quality Engineering
Throughout his career, Omprakash has made significant contributions to Quality Engineering across various industries, including banking, healthcare, and logistics. He led the introduction of BOT and CTH methodologies, resulting in annual savings exceeding $10 million for organizations. He has authored white papers on topics such as 'Automation Journey & Implementation' and 'Enterprise-wide solution on Test Strategy & Implementation,' showcasing his thought leadership in the field.
Leadership Roles
In addition to his role at Cigniti Technologies, Omprakash has held leadership positions in other organizations. He was a Senior Manager at Cognizant Technology Solutions from 2008 to 2014 and worked at Symantec as a Senior SQA Engineer from 2007 to 2008. His role at J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. as Enterprise Quality Engineering Transformation CoE from 2017 to 2018 further highlights his experience in driving quality engineering transformations.