Varun Thaper
About Varun Thaper
Varun Thaper is a Quality Assurance Manager at FLEETCOR, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in quality engineering, having held various roles in testing and quality assurance since 2007.
Current Role at FLEETCOR
Varun Thaper serves as the Quality Assurance Manager at FLEETCOR, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for setting the strategy for Quality Engineering and has established a Quality Chapter and Community of Practice for Quality. His leadership focuses on enhancing quality standards and practices within the organization.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Before joining FLEETCOR, Varun Thaper worked in various roles in quality assurance. He served as QA Chapter Lead from 2017 to 2020 and as Lead Test Analyst from 2014 to 2017, both in Birmingham, United Kingdom. His earlier roles included Senior Software Test Analyst and Software Test Analyst, where he gained extensive experience in automation, manual testing, and test management.
Educational Background
Varun Thaper studied at The University of Wolverhampton, where he focused on Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, completing his degree from 2000 to 2004. He also attended Tettenhall College, where he laid the foundation for his career in technology and quality assurance.
Achievements in Quality Engineering
Varun Thaper has created award-winning Quality Engineering functions recognized for their innovation with technology. He has managed multiple large-scale integration programs and teams of testers, both onsite and offshore, showcasing his ability to lead complex projects effectively.
Technical Expertise and Stakeholder Management
Varun Thaper possesses experience with various technologies, including Centura, .Net, Java, Windows Platforms, Web Services, SQL Server 2008 and 2014, and Rest API. He is skilled in stakeholder management, effectively communicating with individuals ranging from the COO and Senior Operating Committee to Business Testers.