Prashant Kumar
About Prashant Kumar
Prashant Kumar is a Quality Assurance Automation Lead with extensive experience in quality assurance roles across various companies, including Sapient, UPMC, and Kforce Inc. He possesses strong technical skills in automation, data collection, and quality administration, along with a background in electronics and instrumentation.
Work at Kforce
Prashant Kumar currently serves as a Quality Assurance Automation Lead at Kforce Inc, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes and implementing automation strategies to enhance testing efficiency. His work involves utilizing various tools and methodologies to ensure high-quality software delivery. Based in Tampa, Florida, he has contributed to the company's commitment to delivering exceptional IT staffing and solutions.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to his current role, Prashant Kumar held several positions in quality assurance across various organizations. He worked as a QA Lead at SEI from 2016 to 2018 and as a Quality Assurance Specialist at UPMC from 2018 to 2020. His earlier experience includes a three-year tenure as QA Lead at Sapient in London from 2013 to 2016, and roles as a Sr Test Analyst at Sapient and CQC. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of quality assurance practices.
Education and Expertise
Prashant Kumar earned a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electronics and Instrumentation from Bbd Northern India Institute Of Technology, studying from 2000 to 2004. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his technical skills in quality assurance. He possesses strong analytical skills and has hands-on experience with statistical data collection and quality administration, which are essential for effective quality management.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Prashant Kumar has developed a robust skill set in quality assurance automation. He is proficient in automating SOAP and Rest APIs using Groovy scripting and has experience in writing macros and understanding VB script for reporting purposes. Additionally, he demonstrates expertise in managing deployments through Octopus and job management using Jams client. His technical capabilities support his role in ensuring the reliability and performance of software applications.
Commitment to Knowledge Sharing
Prashant Kumar has shown a commitment to knowledge sharing within his teams by imparting various training sessions to colleagues. His ability to communicate effectively and organize training initiatives reflects his dedication to team development and continuous improvement. This focus on collaboration enhances the overall skill set of his team and contributes to a culture of learning within the organizations he has worked for.