{"id":19532,"date":"2022-03-18T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-18T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/?p=19532"},"modified":"2022-04-06T08:13:23","modified_gmt":"2022-04-06T13:13:23","slug":"day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/","title":{"rendered":"A Day in the Life of a Planview Software Development Engineer Test Manager"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Software-Development-Engineer-Test-Manager-3-1024x581.jpg\" alt=\"Software Development Engineer Test Manager \" class=\"wp-image-19567\" width=\"1200\" height=\"669\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>March is <a href=\"https:\/\/mcas-proxyweb.mcas.ms\/certificate-checker?login=false&amp;originalUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com.mcas.ms%2Ffeed%2Fupdate%2Furn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A6907021904872665088%3FMcasTsid%3D20892&amp;McasCSRF=3ccdab7063927f8068a3f689ddc2d14df547370c986a91a1bfeff269c431d022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Women\u2019s history month.<\/a> It is a time where&nbsp;we can reflect on&nbsp;all the powerful women who have and continue to advocate&nbsp;for equality and change. At Planview, we believe women in tech are the future and Geetika Gagneja is a part of Planview\u2019s past, present, and future.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-engineer-planview\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">For this month\u2019s blog spotlight<\/a>, we are going to travel to Bangalore and follow Geetika to spend a day in the life of a Software Development Engineer Test manager. I have asked her a series of questions to get to know her on a personal level. As a result, we will gain insights on how her teams collaborate, the Planview culture, and career advice for those seeking employment in the Product Development (PD) automation field.&nbsp;Here is what Geetika had to say:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#Explain_your_role_as_a_Software_Development_Engineer_Test_Manager_and_a_few_of_your_responsibilities\" >Explain your role as a Software Development Engineer Test Manager and a few of your responsibilities.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#What_type_of_meetings_do_you_prepare_for_Who_do_you_typically_collaborate_with\" >What type of meetings do you prepare for? Who do you typically collaborate with?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#Tell_us_about_working_from_home_%E2%80%93_what_are_your_tips_for_success\" >Tell us about working from home \u2013 what are your tips for success?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#Tell_us_about_your_career_journey_to_date\" >Tell us about your career journey to date.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#How_is_Planview_different_from_other_companies_you_have_worked_for\" >How is Planview different from other companies you have worked for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#What_is_the_biggest_lesson_youve_learned_as_youve_moved_up_in_your_career\" >What is the biggest lesson you\u2019ve learned as you\u2019ve moved up in your career?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#How_do_you_manage_your_worklife_balance\" >How do you manage your work\/life balance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#As_a_Software_Development_Engineer_Test_Manager_how_do_you_make_time_for_your_team\" >As a Software Development Engineer Test Manager, how do you make time for your team?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#What_makes_your_team_so_effective\" >What makes your team so effective?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#Are_there_any_current_job_openings_on_your_team\" >Are there any current job openings on your team?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#What_advice_do_you_give_to_anyone_wanting_to_work_in_the_PD_automation_field\" >What advice do you give to anyone wanting to work in the PD automation field?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#Best_career_advice_you_have_received\" >Best career advice you have received?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#From_your_perspective_why_is_Planview_a_great_place_to_work\" >From your perspective, why is Planview a great place to work?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/day-life-software-developer-engineer-test-manager\/#For_fun_how_do_you_unwind_when_you_are_off_the_clock\" >For fun, how do you unwind when you are off the clock?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-explain-your-role-as-a-software-development-engineer-test-manager-and-a-few-of-your-responsibilities\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explain_your_role_as_a_Software_Development_Engineer_Test_Manager_and_a_few_of_your_responsibilities\"><\/span><strong>Explain your role as a Software Development Engineer Test Manager and a few of your responsibilities.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I manage the Automation team in Bangalore where I direct a team of 7 members. Our team is responsible for End-to-End automation of the Planview Portfolios application and Platform services. In addition to this, I am a python developer and like hands-on experience on Test-Ops work.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-type-of-meetings-do-you-prepare-for-who-do-you-typically-collaborate-with\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_meetings_do_you_prepare_for_Who_do_you_typically_collaborate_with\"><\/span><strong>What type of meetings do you prepare for? Who do you typically collaborate with?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of my meetings are internal collaborations. For example, I have meetings with Product Development teams in Austin and Bangalore on a regular basis. These meetings are based on automation strategy for the Portfolios product.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outside of the PD teams I have regular one-on-ones, community meetings and leadership meetings. Also, I am associated with Planview\u2019s Employee Resource Group (focused on the Diversity &amp; Inclusion initiatives for our international group) and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/feed\/update\/urn:li:activity:6909907751531945984\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"with the Women@Planview (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">with the Women@Planview<\/a> Lean In Circles in EMEA\/APAC. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tell-us-about-working-from-home-what-are-your-tips-for-success\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tell_us_about_working_from_home_%E2%80%93_what_are_your_tips_for_success\"><\/span><strong>Tell us about working from home \u2013 what are your tips for success?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To be honest, I like working from home because in the last 2 years I have created a space for my professional life at home. Therefore, I enjoy waking up early, before sunrise, and doing workouts before I get to work. By logging in early, I have a chance to finish my tasks and prepare for my afternoon and evening meetings. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tell-us-about-your-career-journey-to-date\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tell_us_about_your_career_journey_to_date\"><\/span><strong>Tell us about your career journey to date.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I have close to 16 years of experience in software industry, and 6+ years with Planview. When I first started at Planview, I joined as an Automation engineer and in few months, I was offered the role of Software Development Engineer Test Manager in Bangalore.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has been a memorable journey so far with Planview and the credit goes to the people around me. i.e. my team, my subordinates, and peers. Planview offers one of the most collaborative cultures I have experienced.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-is-planview-different-from-other-companies-you-have-worked-for\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_Planview_different_from_other_companies_you_have_worked_for\"><\/span><strong>How is Planview different from other companies you have worked for?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To be honest, I haven\u2019t worked in many companies prior to joining Planview. Planview is my 2<sup>nd<\/sup> company! But that does not take away the positives I experience here. There is excellent communication between management and staff, and we do not have much hierarchy.&nbsp;&nbsp;Plus, the innovative environment allows us to figure things out and gives employees the freedom to learn and grow.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-biggest-lesson-you-ve-learned-as-you-ve-moved-up-in-your-career\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_biggest_lesson_youve_learned_as_youve_moved_up_in_your_career\"><\/span><strong>What is the biggest lesson you\u2019ve learned as you\u2019ve moved up in your career?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Believe in yourself and do not compare yourself to others.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-you-manage-your-work-life-balance\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_manage_your_worklife_balance\"><\/span><strong>How do you manage your work\/life balance?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A tough question! Yes, it becomes difficult to manage the balance between personal and professional life, especially the days when I have late evening calls. As a result, on days where I have late nights, I take a deliberate break during the day. Slowly but surely, I am getting better in this.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-as-a-software-development-engineer-test-manager-how-do-you-make-time-for-your-team\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"As_a_Software_Development_Engineer_Test_Manager_how_do_you_make_time_for_your_team\"><\/span><strong>As a Software Development Engineer Test Manager, how do you make time for your team?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Working from home has forced many managers around the world to adjust and learn <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.planview.com\/6-ways-to-boost-remote-collaboration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">new ways to collaborate with teams<\/a>. When we were working in the&nbsp;office I would walk to a colleague\u2019s desk for a quick talk.&nbsp;<s>&nbsp;<\/s>With the changing times, I have made sure that I am available for my team members when they need to talk. During these virtual meetings we meet on a regular basis, and I get to know everyone more on a personal front.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-makes-your-team-so-effective\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_makes_your_team_so_effective\"><\/span><strong>What makes your team so effective?&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Above all, trust and transparency are the keys to having a good relationship within the team! Also, curating the environment of having mutual respect and patience makes the team successful. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-are-there-any-current-job-openings-on-your-team\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_any_current_job_openings_on_your_team\"><\/span><strong>Are there any current job openings on your team?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We do have openings on my team! Above all, we believe in hiring talent people who love to explore and have the urge to create good tools which help in optimizing the testing efforts of Planview applications.&nbsp;If you are in the Bangalore area you can apply on <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/careers2-planview.icims.com\/jobs\/search?ss=1&amp;searchCategory=24689&amp;searchLocation=13228--Bangalore&amp;mobile=false&amp;width=1367&amp;height=500&amp;bga=true&amp;needsRedirect=false&amp;jan1offset=-360&amp;jun1offset=-300\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">the Planview career page.<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-advice-do-you-give-to-anyone-wanting-to-work-in-the-pd-automation-field\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_advice_do_you_give_to_anyone_wanting_to_work_in_the_PD_automation_field\"><\/span><strong>What advice do you give to anyone wanting to work in the <em>PD automation field?<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I have learned that if you want to grow in any field, including development or testing, there is no shortcut. Moreover, you cannot get far with shallow knowledge, and you must go in depth to understand what you are doing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>I am a firm believer that you need to love what you do or do what you love. &nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-career-advice-you-have-received\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_career_advice_you_have_received\"><\/span><strong>Best career advice you have received?<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of my mentors has advised me<strong> \u201c<\/strong><strong>Fear of failure is good<\/strong>.\u201d This keeps me pushing myself, training hard, and being prepared for a contingency plan.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-from-your-perspective-why-is-planview-a-great-place-to-work\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_your_perspective_why_is_Planview_a_great_place_to_work\"><\/span><strong>From your perspective, why is Planview a great place to work?<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Planview, as a company, is growing. As an agile organization, our strategy is planned in the form of OKR\u2019s, deliverables, detailed PI (Program Increment) sessions, and in&nbsp;other areas as well. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What I love about Planview is every individual can explore and produce an initiative to bring a change in the process or in the work they do.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-fun-how-do-you-unwind-when-you-are-off-the-clock\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_fun_how_do_you_unwind_when_you_are_off_the_clock\"><\/span><strong>For fun, how do you unwind when you are off the clock?&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Firstly, I am a morning person, so that gives me enough of the day for \u201cme time.\u201d I practice Yoga and meditation daily and I occasionally go for long runs. To end my day, I like reading inspirational books. Apart from that, I love hiking and trekking. I am hoping to go trekking in the Himalayas sometime soon! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-become-a-part-of-planview\"><strong>Become a Part of Planview&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you Geetika for sharing your life as a Software Development Engineer Test Manager and your advice for anyone interested in working in the Software Automation field at Planview. If you are interested in working on Geetika\u2019s team, <a href=\"https:\/\/careers2-planview.icims.com\/jobs\/search?ss=1&amp;searchLocation=13228--Bangalore\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">you can apply online.<\/a> &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you currently on the job hunt but are not a software engineer? Planview is seeking talented applicants across all departments. You can submit your application to the <a href=\"https:\/\/careers2-planview.icims.com\/jobs\/intro?hashed=-435623271&amp;mobile=false&amp;width=1100&amp;height=500&amp;bga=true&amp;needsRedirect=false&amp;jan1offset=-360&amp;jun1offset=-300\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Planview careers page anytime.<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>March is Women\u2019s history month. It is a time where&nbsp;we can reflect on&nbsp;all the powerful women who have and continue to advocate&nbsp;for equality and change. 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