Narayana Reddy Bommu Bhargava
About Narayana Reddy Bommu Bhargava
Narayana Reddy Bommu Bhargava is a UAT/SIT/Program Test Manager with extensive experience in the banking and financial services sector. He has worked at Nationwide Building Society since 2013 and previously held positions at IBM, Aviva, Infosys, and Wipro Technologies.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Narayana Reddy Bommu Bhargava has been employed at Nationwide Building Society since 2013, serving as a UAT/SIT/Program Test Manager. His role involves overseeing user acceptance testing and system integration testing within the organization. With over 11 years of experience in this position, he has contributed to the testing and integration of various banking systems and digital platforms. His responsibilities include managing test delivery across multiple vendors and locations, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and facilitating effective communication among stakeholders.
Previous Experience at IBM
Prior to his current role, Bhargava worked at IBM from 2011 to 2020 as a Test Consultant and Program Test Manager. During his nine years at IBM, he focused on developing and implementing test strategies for various projects. His experience at IBM provided him with a strong foundation in managing complex testing environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
Education and Expertise
Narayana Reddy Bommu Bhargava holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, which he completed from 1998 to 2002. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Business from PSG Institute of Management between 2002 and 2004. His educational background, combined with his extensive experience in testing and program management, equips him with the necessary skills to formulate robust test strategies and conduct risk-based assessments.
Background in Banking and Financial Services
Bhargava has a strong background in the Banking and Financial Services domain, with extensive experience in managing test delivery for multi-vendor and multi-platform IT programs. He has led testing efforts for large-scale business transformation projects, including Dynamics 365 CRM and SAP programs. His expertise encompasses various payment systems such as FP, SIP, FDP, BACS, CHAPS, ATM, BASE24, BOSS, and FTS, demonstrating his proficiency in the financial technology landscape.
Leadership and Management Skills
In his roles, Bhargava has demonstrated strong leadership abilities by managing large onshore-offshore teams and overseeing career development, resource allocation, and budget management. He is experienced in using various planning and management tools, including Microsoft Project, HP ALM/QC, JIRA, TM4J, and Confluence. His flexible approach and proactive attitude contribute to his effectiveness in leading testing initiatives and ensuring successful project outcomes.