Parul Kaul
About Parul Kaul
Parul Kaul is a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) at FINRA, where she has worked since 2014, focusing on automating test cases to detect fraudulent options trades. She holds a B.E. in Electronics from Shivaji University and an MSIS from New York University, and has experience with various tools and technologies for testing and data analysis.
Work at FINRA
Parul Kaul has been employed at FINRA as a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) since 2014. Over the course of ten years, she has contributed to the organization from its New York office. Her primary focus includes creating and automating test cases aimed at detecting fraudulent behavior in options trades. Kaul employs various tools and methodologies to enhance testing processes, including the use of a beta plugin in IntelliJ IDEA for automating test suites.
Education and Expertise
Parul Kaul holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics from Shivaji University, which she completed from 1995 to 1999. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Information Systems from New York University, graduating in 2013. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in both technical and analytical skills, which she applies in her current role at FINRA.
Background
Before joining FINRA, Parul Kaul worked as a Business Analyst at Essextec for three months in 2014. She has also held the position of Business Objects Developer at Ksoft Systems Inc from 2006 to 2009. Additionally, she gained experience as a student at New York University from 2010 to 2014, where she focused on information systems.
Technical Skills and Tools
Parul Kaul utilizes a range of technical skills and tools in her work. She employs Linux command line and vi editor for code updates and database management. Her expertise includes using SQL, SAS, AWS Elastic MapReduce (EMR), and Hive for debugging and data analysis. Kaul also records test suite results in HPQC and manages defect tracking in JIRA, ensuring effective project management and compliance with SEC regulations.
Achievements in Automation and Testing
In her role at FINRA, Parul Kaul has been involved in the migration of regression suites to AWS, ensuring compatibility with cloud infrastructure. She collaborates closely with users, developers, and business analysts to maintain compliance with SEC regulations. Her efforts in automating test cases and enhancing testing efficiency contribute significantly to the organization's objectives.