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Pooja Balasundar

Software Tester and Data Science Intern
Chennai

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with 3+ years of experience in manual software testing at TCS, specializing in ensuring software quality through meticulous testing processes. Recently transitioned into data science, with hands-on expertise in data analysis, machine learning, and visualization techniques. Completed an internship focusing on Data Science showcasing proficiency in Machine Learning ,SQL, Python and Power BI. Equipped with a strong foundation in problem-solving and a passion for leveraging data to drive business decisions, seeking opportunities to contribute analytical and technical skills in data-focused roles."

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Data Science Intern

Rubixe - AI Solutions
Chennai
04.2024 - Current
  • Conducted exploratory data analysis to uncover key trends and patterns, meticulously cleaning and validating high-quality datasets.
  • Created polished visualizations to effectively communicate insights, transforming complex datasets into comprehensive, visually engaging graphics.
  • Developed and fine-tuned machine learning models and improved accuracy from 75% to 79% for a CNN model.
  • Skilled in deep learning techniques such as Artificial neural networks and CNNs for complex data analysis.
  • Utilized advanced techniques: ensemble learning, hyper-parameter tuning, and cross-validation to enhance model robustness and generalization.
  • Evaluated model performance using various metrics, ensuring alignment with project goals and stakeholder expectations.

Test Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services
09.2019 - 10.2022

Worked on Agile and Waterfall Methodology to cater to the development, testing and delivery of the application as per the scope and timelines

  • Analyzed the Business Requirements and created Test Plan for new functionalities and applications
  • Designed and Developed Test cases, Test scripts, and Test reports based on Business Requirement Document (BRD) and User stories
  • Performed System testing, Integration testing, Regression testing, Sanity Testing, End to End testing and Exploratory testing to evaluate the robustness and functionality of the application
  • Logged the Defects in Defect Management tools like Jira and Bugzilla in order to perform Defect lifecycle
  • Involved in defect review meetings, walkthrough and interacted with Business Analyst and Developers for resolving the Defects.
  • Worked on Test Management Tools like DEVPLUS (TCS Tool), HP ALM QC, Jira.
  • Performed Web Service testing to validate different integration systems using POSTMAN
  • Have knowledge in Automation Testing.
  • Trained junior Manual Testing Resources for Team, guided them to understand Business Requirements and helps them in functional KTs.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engineering

Panimalar Engineering College
Chennai
09.2015 - 05.2019

Professional Course - Data Science

DataMites
Chennai, India
11.2023 - 04.2024

Skills

Functional Testing

API Testing

Selenium Automation Testing

HP Quality Centre/ALM

DevPlus

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Timeline

Data Science Intern

Rubixe - AI Solutions
04.2024 - Current

Professional Course - Data Science

DataMites
11.2023 - 04.2024

Test Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services
09.2019 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engineering

Panimalar Engineering College
09.2015 - 05.2019
Pooja BalasundarSoftware Tester and Data Science Intern