Harsha S
About Harsha S
Harsha S is a QA Manager with extensive experience in managing the quality lifecycle of enterprise-level products. Currently employed at MetricStream in Bengaluru, India, he has held various roles in quality assurance and has a background in Mechanical Engineering.
Work at MetricStream
Harsha S has been employed at MetricStream since 2013, holding various positions including Senior Technical Lead - Platform QA, Associate QA Manager, and currently QA Manager. In these roles, Harsha has managed the quality lifecycle of enterprise-level products, focusing on estimation, planning, and scheduling. Harsha's responsibilities also include strategic team management, hiring, mentoring, and performance management. The role involves collaboration with customers and product managers to define product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to joining MetricStream, Harsha S worked at GT Nexus from 2008 to 2013, where roles included QA Lead and QA Engineer. During this time, Harsha developed skills in managing quality assurance processes and leading teams. Harsha also worked at GXS as a Test Engineer from 2006 to 2008. This extensive experience in quality assurance has contributed to a strong foundation in test automation, particularly with REST APIs and Functional/UI testing.
Education and Expertise
Harsha S earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University, completing the program from 2000 to 2004. This educational background provides a technical foundation that supports Harsha's expertise in quality assurance and software development. Harsha has hands-on experience in Agile and DevOps models of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), which enhances the ability to manage and improve quality processes in software development.
ScrumMaster Role and Responsibilities
In addition to quality assurance responsibilities, Harsha S has played the role of ScrumMaster, managing the entire scrum process. This includes organizing meetings, sprint planning, and product demonstrations. The role requires effective communication and coordination among team members to ensure that project goals are met within the Agile framework.