Kabindra Joshi Email & Phone Number

United States

San Diego, California, United States

I am currently, working on the Wild Fire Mitigation Project, Requirement analysis, Testing application, and other tasks as needed.Working on CityWorks Respond upgrade project for Vegetation management and Transmission Construction & Maintenance projectProvided Testing support for ArcGIS 10.6 to 10.1 upgrade for Geometric Network and integrations to other systems

San Diego, California, United States

- Participated in a feasibility study project to develop a web-based application for capturing field incidents using **PowerApps** and mobile devices in the utility industry.- Gained proficiency in **PowerApps, Power Flow, SharePoint**, and **Power BI**, understanding how these tools capture and manage incidents.- Collaborated with stakeholders to comprehend user stories and developed a **Test Plan** and **Test Strategy** within a one-week sprint, documenting requirements and consulting with developers, the Scrum Master, and the System Architect.- Validated that data captured in the PowerApps and external mobile devices was accurately stored in **SharePoint Lists**, ensuring automated workflows met business process requirements.- Conducted end-to-end testing of data capture and transfer processes, documented testing outcomes, identified bugs, communicated issues to teams, and facilitated retesting and Quality Assurance sign-offs.

San Diego, California, United States

Led the GEARS project, a web mapping application that integrates with Sempra Energy's Environmental Tracking System (eTS) to facilitate project management and geospatial analysis.Defined project scope, estimated schedules, and tracked progress against completion milestones.Analyzed legacy systems and business workflows to understand end-to-end processes.Developed comprehensive training documentation for the testing team to ensure effective onboarding.Gained proficiency in the Geoprocessing and Python scripts used in the backend to verify business workflow requirements.Created logical models to enhance testing outcomes and coverage.Conducted complex spatial analyses using diverse datasets across the Sempra Energy Service Territory.

San Diego, California, United States

Contributed to the Electric GIS Schematics Upgrade, migrating Sempra Electric’s GIS functionality to ArcGIS 10.2.1 and ArcFM 10.2.1b, addressing industry bugs and enhancing user experience.Stepped in as Test Manager, managing communications, escalations, and decision-making with senior management and vendors.Analyzed current business processes and proposed a ‘To-Be’ model for improved efficiency.Collaborated with the Test Manager to develop a roadmap for end-to-end testing of software and upgraded databases.Elicited and analyzed requirements to ensure alignment with project goals.Worked closely with the ESRI development team, the Enterprise GIS Business Team, and in-house software architects to identify and resolve bugs.Participated in various testing phases, including Functional, Regression, System, Integration, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).Engaged in daily Test Triage meetings, providing updates to developers and project teams.Configured Test Cases and Test Scripts in HP ALM 12.5, ensuring proper linkage to releases and cycles.

San Francisco, California, United States

Contributed to the GOSI project, in Testing a real-time data visualization platform for Electric Distribution Operations, integrating over 25 data sources for operational analytics.Managed comprehensive testing efforts, including Unit, Functional, Integration, User Acceptance, and Regression Testing in Dev & QA environments.Provided ongoing support to the project team, executing test cases, using Git for version control, and performing functional Automation testing with SoapUI.Actively participated in project meetings, conducting system and API testing and writing complex SQL queries for data validation.Documented test results, bugs, and validation processes, ensuring effective communication with developers through JIRA and Quality Center.

Sacramento, California, United States

Participated in PG&E's project to convert asset data into a GIS environment, covering two-thirds of California.Collaborated with vendors in the US and India to ensure successful data conversion and acceptance.Conducted GIS data testing and acceptance at the regional mapping office in Sacramento, CA, handling multiple responsibilities within the team.Collaborated with a team of 20 mappers to mobilize resources and provide weekly updates to PG&E Project Managers and vendors (IBM, UDC, and Cyient).Ensured data quality and accuracy by closely monitoring testing progress and escalating issues as needed.Utilized ArcGIS, ArcFM, CEDSA, DART, Excel, Word, and Quality Center to store, analyze, and track data.Contributed to process improvements that reduced turnaround times and enhanced workflow efficiency.Provided analytical and technical reports to stakeholders, facilitating project management and resource planning.Successfully prioritized tasks to meet aggressive deadlines in a dynamic environment.Demonstrated leadership within the team, mentoring colleagues and contributing to project success.

Portland, Oregon, United States

Conducted QA/QC of electric utility data for Portland General Electric, utilizing ArcGIS 10.x, ArcFM 10.x, and Esri ArcGIS Data Reviewer during data migration from 9.x to 10.x.Used ArcFM to trace electric lines in both source and migrated databases, verifying the flow of electricity and matching with the existing database.Developed training documentation and provided training to staff on software usage.

Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States

Verified GPS locations for fire hydrants, utility assets, water pipelines, and wastewater manholes.Updated and modified water/sewer pipeline data to meet current standards.Analyzed GIS and customer data to create ad hoc maps and reports for the Engineering department.Inspected QA/QC processes for Easement/Right-of-Way information in the GIS system for the City’s Water/Wastewater Department.

Led QA/QC of data transfers, ensuring alignment with Data Models and Mapping Documents.Verified table schemas, data consistency, and accuracy after applying Business Rules.Conducted functional, regression, and integration testing, and participated in UAT.Refined SQL scripts and provided Quality Assurance sign-offs for final products.Collaborated in Agile meetings, updating progress to the Scrum Master.

Bessemer, Alabama, United States

Performed QA/QC of LiDAR point clouds to ensure accurate import from source to target databases.Verified and validated that LiDAR data accurately represented real-world objects.Facilitated data verification using satellite imagery and Google Maps.Classified and interpreted LiDAR point clouds for utility mapping and asset inventory.

Starkville, Mississippi, United States

Lab Instructor, Principles of GIS-I-------------------------------------Taught Principles of GIS-I Lab for 5 semesters, guiding students through foundational GIS concepts and practical applications.Delivered hands-on instruction in GIS software, data analysis, spatial data visualization, and map-making.Supported students in developing their skills in geospatial analysis and problem-solving using ArcGIS and other tools.Research Assistant, Glacier Mass Loss Study-------------------------------------------------Conducted research on glacier mass loss due to climate change, using GIS and Remote Sensing techniques.Analyzed satellite images to assess the extent and rate of glacier retreat over time.Utilized spatial data analysis to model the impacts of climate change on glacier volumes and related environmental factors.Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to interpret geospatial data and produce comprehensive reports on glacier dynamics.

Troy, Alabama, United States

Managed the Geomatics Computer and Surveying Lab, ensuring all equipment and software were up-to-date and functioning properly.Updated Esri and ERDAS products with the latest versions, maintaining an organized inventory for the Land Surveying Lab.Provided support to students, assisting with issues related to GIS and Remote Sensing software.

Lalitpur District, Nepal

Managed GIS and attribute data for six CORE Group districts to enhance the Routine Health Management Information System and provided training to partners and stakeholders.Created thematic maps and conducted spatial analyses to identify and classify districts based on various health indicators.Supported decision-makers in identifying underperforming districts, enabling targeted interventions based on data insights.Contributed to evidence-based decision-making by evaluating and monitoring health indicators with geographic data.Developed and published the GIS-based Health Immunization Atlas of Nepal using ArcView 3.3 in collaboration with Polio Eradication Nepal (World Health Organization).Created training manuals and delivered GIS training to CORE consortium members on GIS, GPS, data management, and analysis using ArcView 3.3 and Microsoft Access.Provided specialized GIS training to CORE Polio Program staff in India, focusing on health applications and extensions such as 3D and Network Analyst.Assisted the team leader in grant proposal writing and managed meetings with partner organizations.Conducted field visits for GPS data collection to support various projects.

Master Of Science - Ms, Geographic Information Science And Cartography; Information Systems

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer And Information Systems; Geomatics, Land Surveying

Bachelor Of Architecture - Barch, Architecture And Urban Planning