Vidhya Ramaprasad

𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Leading QA and blockchain engineering teams, driving secure, scalable, and high-assurance cryptographic solutions (HSM, blockchain integrations, security frameworks) while ensuring risk mitigation, compliance, and operational resilience. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Led, scaled and mentored two high-performing engineering teams focused on QA automation and Backend engineers delivering blockchain security and HSM development. • Identified risks, owned mitigation strategies, and ensured engineering teams resolved them efficiently. • Drive security-first engineering initiatives, ensuring robust cryptographic integrity and compliance. • Developed and optimized incident response strategies, reducing downtime and improving system resilience. • Regularly collaborated with C-suite and senior leadership, providing risk insights security updates and team performance. • Work on Process Optimization & Engineering Governance focusing on QA automation strategies, security-first testing practices, and Product engineering process efficiency.

𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Led QA strategy, automation, and testing governance, ensuring product stability, security, and high-quality releases. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Designed and implemented test automation frameworks, improving efficiency and release quality. • Collaborated with engineering and product teams to optimize security testing strategies. • Strengthened incident management workflows, reducing defect leakage and risk exposure. • Established and maintained QA best practices, aligning testing processes with security standards. • Ensuring all the processes within the department are BAIT-compliant • Built the team, processes and frameworks for Automated Quality assurance from scratch

𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Led learning & development initiatives focused on Global organization growth. Organize e-learning courses٫ workshops and other trainings. Monitor the success of development plans and help employees make the most of learning opportunities. Collaborate with managers to develop their team members through career pathing. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Designed and implemented technical training programs to upskill all Product tech and data engineering for OLX globally. • Developed onboarding and continuous learning frameworks, enhancing team performance and retention. • Introduced structured career development plans, fostering a culture of professional growth. • Partnered with engineering leadership to align L&D strategies with business and operational goals.

𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Led QA teams in improving testing strategies, automation, and operational efficiency, ensuring product stability and release quality for Frontier car group, which was later made part of OLX. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Managed and mentored a team of QA engineers, enhancing testing efficiency and automation coverage. • Developed and implemented automated testing frameworks, reducing manual effort and release time. • Defined and executed QA strategies, ensuring product reliability and customer satisfaction. • Worked closely with engineering and product teams to enhance bug tracking, test coverage, and quality standards.

𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Coordinated QA processes and team operations, ensuring smooth collaboration between development, QA, and product teams for Frontier car group, which was later made part of OLX. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Established and streamlined QA workflows, enhancing test execution efficiency. • Acted as the primary liaison between QA and development teams, improving cross-functional communication. • Monitored and reported quality metrics, driving continuous process improvements. • Assisted in the transition towards automated testing, ensuring scalability of QA operations.

𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Executed manual and automated testing, ensuring the stability and quality of product releases. for Frontier car group, which was later made part of OLX. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Conducted functional, regression, and exploratory testing, identifying critical issues pre-release. • Collaborated with developers to enhance test coverage and defect resolution. • Maintained and improved test documentation, ensuring clarity in testing processes. • Assisted in the implementation of automation scripts, laying the foundation for improved QA efficiency

𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Managed software configuration and client-based application development using Appeleon’s platform to build customizable web applications. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Worked with 500+ features of the Appeleon platform to develop and configure scalable applications for various clients. • Optimized configuration processes to enhance product adaptability and streamline development. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration and deployment.

𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Developed a decision support system to automate defect resolution using machine learning algorithms. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Designed an AI-driven recommendation system to assist engineers in defect resolution. • Implemented ML models to analyze defect patterns and suggest optimal fixes. • Reduced manual effort in defect reporting while improving the quality of defect reports.

𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Focused on UI/UX design research, mobile continuous integration, and framework evaluation. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Researched and analyzed modern design patterns to identify gaps in existing frameworks. • Enhanced mobile continuous integration & testing processes. • Provided recommendations for improving frontend architecture and usability.

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁: Appeleon Product Platform 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Gained hands-on experience in product platform development, testing, and technical challenge resolution. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Developed a deep understanding of Appeleon’s low-code platform and its application ecosystem. • Assisted in product enhancements to improve functionality and performance. • Collaborated with developers to troubleshoot technical issues and streamline workflows.

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁: Alliance Regression Project 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Led test automation, defect tracking, and offshore testing operations for an insurance domain project. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Developed and executed automation test scripts for regression testing. • Collaborated with developers to identify and resolve defects. • Conducted manual and automated testing to validate application performance. • Managed end-to-end offshore testing operations ensuring smooth delivery. • Client expectation management

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁: ACAS SSP Rewrite Project 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Executed data migration testing and functional validation for a mainframe transformation project. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Led data migration testing from AS400 to Mainframe, ensuring a seamless transition. • Conducted functional testing for mission-critical applications. • Developed detailed test coverage strategies and defect tracking reports. • Mentored new team members to accelerate onboarding.

𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Gained expertise in software development, SDLC/STLC processes, and quality assurance methodologies. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Developed object-oriented programming skills. • Acquired hands-on experience in software engineering & web technologies. • Assisted in defining quality metrics to assess development and testing phases.