Abilash V M
Technical Test Lead
Chennai,TN
Summary
Dynamic Technical Test Lead with over 14 years of experience in Finacle product testing with a proven track record at EdgeVerve Systems/Infosys Ltd, excelling in automation testing and Agile methodologies. Extensive experience across all testing phases within the banking domain. Proficient in test automation using Tricentis TOSCA and skilled in leveraging AI tools like GitHub Copilot to enhance testing efficiency. Proven track record of leading high-quality project deliveries across 30+ banks. Adept at test case design and fostering strong team collaboration, driving innovation and efficiency in QA processes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Technical Test Lead
EdgeVerve Systems Ltd
09.2015 - Current
- Team Leadership & Project Delivery
Led a team of technical testers for Customer Data Hub and Case Management solutions, strategically assigning tasks and rigorously tracking progress to ensure on-time and high-quality project delivery across 30+ banks. - Scrum Master & Agile Practices
Fulfilled the role of Scrum Master by championing Agile methodologies, facilitating sprint planning and retrospectives, and fostering continuous collaboration among stakeholders—resulting in faster delivery and improved team alignment. - Test Design & Strategy
Adopted a robust QA test design methodology to deliver customer-centric test cases, improving testing outcomes.
Introduced risk-based testing techniques to prioritize high-impact application areas, ensuring efficient resource utilization.
Designed comprehensive end-to-end (E2E) and system integration test cases to validate end-to-end business functionality. - Mentorship & Best Practices
Provided mentorship to new team members on test case design, scenario coverage, defect tracking, and automation effectiveness through code coverage analysis.
Actively collaborated in cross-functional test case reviews to promote knowledge sharing and adoption of QA best practices. - GitHub Copilot (GHCP) Integration & AI-Driven Testing
Leveraged AI-powered GitHub Copilot to implement a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) approach, streamlining functional clarification and automating test case generation from SRS documents—enhancing testing efficiency and coverage.
Analyzed beta defect patterns, conducted root cause analysis, and identified risk mitigation strategies, contributing actionable insights for future development cycles.
Participated in internal GitHub Copilot (GHCP) hackathon events to explore innovative AI-driven solutions for testing. - Automation & CI/CD Integration
Automated API and UI testing using Tricentis TOSCA.
Developed API automation scripts using the Mocha testing framework.
Validated test coverage using the Istanbul code coverage tool.
Integrated test execution with Jenkins, triggering daily automation runs and performing failure analysis to minimize regression risks. - Environment Management & Deployment
Independently managed the deployment and maintenance of Docker environments using the latest images from JFrog Artifactory, accelerating QA workflows and reducing dependency on DevOps. - Release Readiness & Defect Certification
Conducted Service Pack and Beta defect certifications, ensuring release readiness and quality assurance for production deployments.
Test Analyst, Test Engineer
Infosys Ltd.
03.2011 - 08.2015
- Gained extensive experience in Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Direct Banking, and Alert Integration modules of FINACLE.
- Led Beta Certification processes and provided comprehensive Go-Live support.
- Prepared detailed itemized requirements and comprehensive test plans.
- Enhanced manual testing effectiveness by optimizing test cases for maximum coverage and defect detection.
- Minimized production issues through the implementation of thorough regression testing prior to each release.
- Conducted quality reviews of all test cases and scripts, identifying opportunities for improvement and additional validation.
- Participated in both manual and automated testing of APIs and user interfaces.
- Executed functional testing across all stages, including Regression, System, Compliance, Licensing, and Integration testing.
- Managed defect lifecycle by logging, reporting, and tracking issues through to resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics And Communication
Dr. G. U. Pope College of Engg., Anna University
04.2001 -
Skills
AI-powered development tools (GitHub Copilot)
Certification
Tricentis TOSCA Deep Dive: Automation Specialist Level 1
Timeline
Technical Test Lead
EdgeVerve Systems Ltd
09.2015 - Current
Test Analyst, Test Engineer
Infosys Ltd.
03.2011 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics And Communication
Dr. G. U. Pope College of Engg., Anna University
04.2001 -
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