ATHIRA PK
Test Anaylst
TRIVANDRUM
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Test Analyst with approximately 10 years of experience specializing in architecting scalable automation solutions. Extensive expertise in API Automation using Rest Assured (integrated with BDD Cucumber) and the Karate framework, alongside robust UI Automation utilizing Selenium TestNG.
Proven leader in driving QA initiatives and sprint-level quality ownership within Agile environments. I serve as a technical mentor, establishing high standards through rigorous code reviews and the mentorship of junior testers to ensure framework integrity and best practices. Highly skilled in Automation Framework Design and CI/CD integration (Jenkins/Azure DevOps), ensuring the delivery of high-quality, on-time releases for enterprise-scale projects.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Test Analyst
Infosys
Trivandrum
04.2019 - Current
- Architected and implemented a custom Selenium TestNG automation framework from the ground up using the Page Object Model (POM) for modularity, scalability, and ease of maintenance.
- Integrated Git for version control, and Jenkins for test execution and reporting across multiple environments.
- Mentored junior QA engineers, and conducted code reviews to ensure adherence to automation framework standards and best practices.
- Developed and configured Extent Reports for comprehensive, visually rich test result documentation, improving stakeholder communication and test traceability.
- Conducted both manual and automated testing across various test cycles, including functional, regression, and smoke testing, ensuring high-quality releases.
- Actively participated in Agile ceremonies and collaborated closely with Product Managers, Business Analysts, Operations, and Development teams to understand product requirements, user stories, and sprint goals.
- Contributed to system specification meetings, design reviews, and use case analysis to ensure a thorough understanding and coverage of business requirements.
Associate QA Engineer
Finastra Financial Software Solutions
Trivandrum
07.2016 - 03.2019
- Authored detailed test scenarios, test cases, and automation scripts derived from business requirements, ensuring complete test coverage, and alignment with acceptance criteria.
- Supported the QA Manager in preparing and coordinating test plans for both manual and automated testing across multiple releases and teams.
- Played a key role throughout the software development lifecycle—from design to deployment—ensuring quality assurance practices were embedded in every phase.
- Led test planning activities by analyzing backlogs, user stories, and change requests, and translating them into actionable test strategies and execution plans.
- Collaborated on a high-impact QA initiative for a leading banking application, ensuring robust testing coverage across critical financial modules.
- Designed and developed comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on detailed business requirements and use case documentation.
- Conducted a thorough analysis of Functional, Design, and Business Requirements, engaging with developers, product managers, and system administrators to clarify expectations and ensure alignment.
- Utilized Agile Central (Rally) for test management, defect tracking, and reporting, and employed Microsoft TFS for source control and versioning.
- Performed functional and regression testing to validate application stability and ensure a seamless user experience across releases.
- Executed both manual and automated testing for web and client-server applications using UFT, ensuring consistent validation of UI and backend processes.
- Followed structured test execution processes, applying various test design techniques to ensure comprehensive coverage and traceability.
- Leveraged SQL queries extensively to validate data integrity, monitor data flow between front-end and back-end systems, and extract relevant datasets for verification.
Education
B.Tech/B.E. - Computers
Kerala University
Trivandrum01-2015
Skills
Selenium
TestNG
BDD Cucumber
Rest Assured
Karate
Java
SQL
API Testing
UI Automation
API Automation Testing
Page Object Model (POM)
Automation Framework Design
Test Data Management
Maven
Jenkins
Azure DevOps
CI/CD
Timeline
Test Analyst
Infosys
04.2019 - Current
Associate QA Engineer
Finastra Financial Software Solutions
07.2016 - 03.2019
B.Tech/B.E. - Computers
Kerala University
Personal Details
- Date of Birth: Dec 21, 1992
- Marital Status: Married
- Gender: Female