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Akila Loganathan

Akila Loganathan

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Summary

Over 11 years of experience in prioritizing tasks and achieving project goals. Accomplished Automation Lead recognized for high productivity and effective execution. Leadership and problem-solving abilities contribute to successful team dynamics and project success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager - Projects

Cognizant
02.2024 - Current

Project: Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation

  • Analyzed workflow data to recommend improvements in automated tasks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to pinpoint automation opportunities and efficiencies.
  • Identified areas for enhancement using advanced automation techniques.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of automated systems, including version control documentation.
  • Reviewed test plans and results before implementation of automated processes.
  • Facilitated team meetings to discuss updates and collaboratively resolve challenges.
  • Led initiatives to streamline operational processes across multiple departments.

Assistant Consultant

Tata Consultancy Services
01.2022 - 02.2024

Project: United Natural Foods, Inc.

  • Managed testing team utilizing agile project management principles.
  • Gathered, estimated, and planned automation requirements effectively.
  • Developed scripts using Java with Cucumber framework.
  • Participated in sprint planning to commit and estimate user stories.
  • Engaged in daily standups to coordinate with developers and scrum master.
  • Conducted regression, sanity, and end-to-end testing during releases.
  • Resolved conflicts during merges in GitHub repository.
  • Executed test builds in Jenkins for weekly regression suite and sanity pack.

Project: Loblaw

  • Directed QA initiatives, supervising all activities and deliverables as QA Lead.
  • Coordinated planning of script creation using Selenium Web Driver in Java.
  • Authored scripts utilizing TestNG framework with POM through Maven build.
  • Contributed to sprint planning by estimating user stories.
  • Determined required test data for effective user story validation.
  • Conducted sanity, regression, and end-to-end testing processes.
  • Engaged in scrum calls and contributed insights during meetings.
  • Managed JIRA for test case uploads; documented processes on Confluence page.

Senior Software Engineer

HCL Technologies
01.2014 - 12.2021

Project: Deutsche Bank

  • Developed detailed test case, test plan, and test strategy documents for relevant tasks.
  • Reviewed new requirements and collaborated with team for effective execution.
  • Documented all test cases and evidence in ALM for streamlined management.
  • Executed test cases and communicated report statuses to team effectively.
  • Engaged in daily calls while providing consistent status updates via email.
  • Attended cross-knowledge transfer sessions to enhance understanding of other applications.

Project: Sydney Rail Network

  • Executed testing flows across mobile and web UI, ensuring functionality and performance.
  • Created detailed test cases and high-level scenarios based on requirements.
  • Uploaded all test documentation into ALM to maintain organization and accessibility.
  • Completed regression suite and end-to-end tests to confirm application stability.
  • Collected feedback from test lead and business analyst for continuous improvement.
  • Delivered daily status reports via email to keep team informed.
  • Engaged in daily discussions with onsite teams to enhance collaboration.
  • Developed test data essential for effective testing processes.

Project: United Services Automobile Association

  • Performed in-depth testing activities encompassing both functional and automation testing.
  • Designed automation test cases and high-level scenarios per requirements provided.
  • Incorporated review comments from test lead and BA into testing processes.
  • Administered upload of test cases in RTC for accurate record-keeping.
  • Executed comprehensive testing flows across mobile and web interfaces.
  • Reported status updates daily via email to keep stakeholders informed.
  • Attended daily calls with onsite team, facilitating collaborative efforts.
  • Formulated and executed test scripts using Eclipse, ensuring quality outcomes.

Project: Xerox Corporation

  • Engaged in project knowledge transfer sessions to acquire vital information.
  • Executed thorough functional testing on web applications, validating usability and performance.
  • Created structured test cases and assembled appropriate test data for accurate assessments.
  • Conducted both ad hoc and smoke testing to ensure application readiness.
  • Provided consistent status updates via email to keep all parties informed.

Education

Master of Computer Applications -

SASTRA University
Tanjore, Tamil Nadu
05-2012

Skills

  • Automation strategies
  • Agile practices
  • Test case development and scripting
  • Version control management
  • User story assessment
  • Selenium WebDriver proficiency
  • Leadership in teams
  • Test strategy design
  • Requirements evaluation
  • Documentation management

Timeline

Manager - Projects

Cognizant
02.2024 - Current

Assistant Consultant

Tata Consultancy Services
01.2022 - 02.2024

Senior Software Engineer

HCL Technologies
01.2014 - 12.2021

Master of Computer Applications -

SASTRA University
Akila Loganathan