Biju Kumar
About Biju Kumar
Biju Kumar serves as the Associate QA Director at Ribbon Communications, where he has contributed to significant advancements in automated testing and CI/CD frameworks. He holds a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Bangalore University and has over two decades of experience in the software industry.
Work at Ribbon Communications
Biju Kumar currently holds the position of Associate QA Director at Ribbon Communications, a role he has occupied since 2023. In this capacity, he works in a hybrid environment based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. His responsibilities include developing automated performance testing frameworks, notably for Verizon Wireless, and implementing a CI/CD framework for UI Management. These initiatives have led to significant improvements in efficiency and a reduction in customer-reported bugs. Prior to his current role, he served as a Senior Product Manager at Ribbon Communications since 2010, where he successfully expanded his team from 8 to over 35 members.
Education and Expertise
Biju Kumar earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Bangalore University, where he studied from 1996 to 2000. His foundational education was completed at BP Indian High School, where he achieved his 10th grade from 1982 to 1994. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his technical expertise in quality assurance and product management.
Background in Previous Employment
Before joining Ribbon Communications, Biju Kumar worked at Wipro as a Project Lead from 2004 to 2010, where he gained valuable experience in project management and team leadership. He also worked as a Software Engineer at HP for one year in 2003, which contributed to his technical skills in software development. His diverse experience across different companies has equipped him with a broad understanding of the technology sector.
Achievements in Automation and Testing
Biju Kumar has made significant contributions in the field of automation and testing. He developed an automated performance testing framework for Verizon Wireless, which served as a case study. He led a team that achieved over 90% efficiency in automation transformation during regression testing. Additionally, he played a key role in reducing project efforts during the regression phase by 60% while increasing coverage, showcasing his impact on project efficiency and quality.