Uttam Narayani
About Uttam Narayani
Uttam Narayani is a QA Engineer at Squarepoint Capital in Singapore, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in test automation and programming, with a background that includes positions at Barclays Investment Bank and Lehman Brothers.
Work at Squarepoint Capital
Uttam Narayani has been employed as a QA Engineer at Squarepoint Capital since 2016. Over the course of eight years in this role, he has contributed to various projects, notably implementing a Test-Driven Development (TDD) approach. His responsibilities include ensuring the quality of software applications and enhancing testing processes to improve overall efficiency.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current position, Uttam Narayani held several roles in the financial services sector. He worked at Barclays Investment Bank as an Assistant Vice President from 2011 to 2016, and before that, he served as a Senior Engineer at BNP Paribas from 2008 to 2011. His career began at Lehman Brothers, where he worked as an Engineer from 2006 to 2008. Throughout these roles, he gained extensive experience in client and exchange connectivity applications.
Education and Expertise
Uttam Narayani earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree from the University of Mumbai, completing his studies from 1999 to 2003. He possesses a strong understanding of programming concepts, particularly Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), and is proficient in Java. His technical skills include hands-on experience with Selenium and Cucumber, as well as expertise in the FIX protocol and various non-FIX protocols.
Test Automation Skills
Uttam Narayani has extensive experience in test automation, having designed and developed frameworks using tools such as QTP, TestComplete, and WinRunner. He has also provided automated solutions utilizing tools like VERIFIX and SIGLO, which have contributed to improved efficiency and productivity. His work includes writing Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) tests using Gherkin and Cucumber.
Technical Proficiencies
In addition to his expertise in test automation, Uttam Narayani has developed utilities using Perl, Python, and UNIX shell scripting to streamline daily tasks. He is also skilled in UI automation tools, including Rational Robot and RFT (Java), which further enhances his capabilities in ensuring software quality.