Madhavan Kannan
About Madhavan Kannan
Madhavan Kannan is a Senior UAT Test Lead specializing in mortgage banking products, currently working at Kforce Inc in Columbus, Ohio. He has extensive experience in testing methodologies and a strong background in loan origination processes, having previously held positions at Wipro and Kforce Inc.
Current Role at Kforce
Madhavan Kannan currently serves as a Senior UAT Test Lead in the Mortgage division at Kforce Inc. He has held this position since 2018 and is based in the Columbus, Ohio Area. His role involves overseeing user acceptance testing for mortgage banking products, ensuring that applications meet the required standards before deployment.
Previous Experience at Wipro
Prior to his current role, Madhavan Kannan worked at Wipro for a total of eight years. He served as a QA Test Lead from 2013 to 2015 in the Greater Atlanta Area and as a Senior Test Engineer from 2007 to 2013 in Chennai, India. He also held the position of UAT Test Lead at Wipro from 2015 to 2018 in Columbus, Ohio, where he gained significant experience in user acceptance testing.
Educational Background
Madhavan Kannan earned a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from Annamalai University, completing his studies from 2009 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Commerce from A.V.C. College, Mannampandal, which he obtained between 2002 and 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in the technical and business aspects of mortgage banking.
Expertise in Mortgage Banking Testing
Madhavan Kannan has extensive experience in testing standard mortgage banking products, including NetOxygen LOS SaaS and COTS applications. He possesses strong knowledge of loan origination processes, credit scoring, underwriting, and loan document processing. His skill set includes creating comprehensive test plans and utilizing various testing methodologies such as functional, regression, and user acceptance testing.
Technical Skills and Tools
Madhavan Kannan is skilled in using various testing tools, including HP ALM (QC), TFS, QTP, and Selenium. He has a strong background in SQL and database management, which enhances his ability to manage and analyze test data effectively. His expertise also extends to defect management and the software testing life cycle processes, contributing to his overall effectiveness in quality assurance.