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Work History
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Skills
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Abinaya S Narayanan

Chennai

Summary

Dynamic Technology Analyst with a proven track record at Infosys and Cogeco, excelling in API and automation testing. Recognized for enhancing test coverage and delivering high-quality results. Proficient in Java and Postman, with strong communication skills, driving successful project outcomes through effective collaboration and meticulous attention to detail.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technology Analyst (QA Automation)

Cogeco & Commerica Bank
Chennai
05.2022 - 01.2025

Commerica Bank:

  • Project: Application Modernization – Testing.
  • Tools: Postman, JIRA, Excel.
  • Led QA efforts for a critical application migration project.
  • Conducted regression, progression, and sanity testing.
  • Recognized by the client SPOC for outstanding performance and quality delivery.
  • Ensured seamless communication and documentation across sprints.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams on the design of new features or services.
  • Participated in project meetings to align technology initiatives with business goals.

Cogeco:

  • Project: Automation Testing Framework.
  • Tools: Postman, JavaScript (Chai), Swagger UI, Jenkins.
  • Built and maintained Postman-based automation test suites.
  • Integrated automated test cases into Jenkins pipelines for CI execution.
  • Enhanced test coverage and streamlined validation of FastAPI services.

Trainee → Systems Engineer → Senior Systems Engineer → Technology Analyst

Infosys Ltd.
02.2019 - 01.2025
  • Completed comprehensive training in Java, Python, and DBMS
  • Built foundational skills in backend development and database design through mini-projects
  • Infosys Foundation Program
  • Role: Trainee | Feb 2019 – Sep 2019

Senior Systems Engineer (Developer)

Infosys
Chennai
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Project: Toll-Free Service Layer Integration.
  • Tools: Java, IBM MQ, Git, Jenkins.
  • Created backend APIs and integrated asynchronous messaging using IBM MQ.
  • Managed deployment pipelines using Jenkins and Git.
  • Strengthened skills in CI/CD and service-oriented architecture.
  • Developed automated scripts for system deployment and configuration management.
  • Troubleshot and resolved technical issues to ensure smooth operations.
  • Mentored junior engineers on best practices in systems engineering methodologies.

Systems Engineer (Developer)

Infosys
Chennai
02.2019 - 03.2021
  • Project: API Development for Workforce Tracking.
  • Tools: Java, Spring Boot, Eclipse.
  • Developed RESTful APIs for workforce tracking systems.
  • Participated in Agile ceremonies, and collaborated across development and testing teams.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot technical issues effectively.
  • Conducted system testing to ensure compliance with project specifications.
  • Assisted in the integration of new software tools into existing systems.
  • Provided technical support for end-users by troubleshooting hardware and software issues remotely or onsite.

Technology Analyst (QA Automation)

Cogeco
  • Project: Automation Testing Framework
  • Tools: Postman, JavaScript (Chai), Swagger UI, Jenkins
  • Built and maintained Postman-based automation test suites
  • Integrated automated test cases into Jenkins pipelines for CI execution
  • Enhanced test coverage and streamlined validation of FastAPI services

Education

B.Tech - Information Technology

Panimalar Engineering College
Chennai
01.2016

Skills

    Testing & automation Tools and platforms Languages and frameworks Databases Development and methodologies Soft skills

  • API testing
  • Automation testing
  • Manual testing
  • Functional testing
  • Regression testing
  • Integration testing
  • Sanity testing
  • Smoke testing
  • User acceptance testing (UAT)
  • Bug reporting and tracking
  • Postman
  • Swagger UI
  • Jenkins
  • JIRA
  • Git
  • Excel
  • Java
  • Spring Boot
  • JavaScript (Chai)
  • Python
  • FastAPI (from Cogeco project)
  • MySQL
  • Oracle

Certification

  • Agile Development Certification
  • Manual Test Professional Certification
  • Kanban Practitioner Certification

Career Break Note

Took a personal break since January 2025 to care for a family member. Now actively seeking opportunities to return to a full-time QA/Automation role with fresh energy and commitment.

Strengths

  • Analytical and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
  • Effective communicator and dependable team player
  • Quick to adapt to new tools, technologies, and project environments
  • Open to remote, hybrid, or on-site opportunities in Chennai

Timeline

Technology Analyst (QA Automation)

Cogeco & Commerica Bank
05.2022 - 01.2025

Senior Systems Engineer (Developer)

Infosys
03.2021 - 04.2022

Systems Engineer (Developer)

Infosys
02.2019 - 03.2021

Trainee → Systems Engineer → Senior Systems Engineer → Technology Analyst

Infosys Ltd.
02.2019 - 01.2025

Technology Analyst (QA Automation)

Cogeco

B.Tech - Information Technology

Panimalar Engineering College
Abinaya S Narayanan