CHETHAN KUMAR G V
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with over 9 years in automation and framework development for banking cybersecurity and OTT platforms. Developed and implemented high-quality testing solutions while leading agile teams to optimise testing frameworks. Strong programming and project management skills drive successful project deliveries that enhance system performance and user experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. SDET-I (Assistant Manager)
Star India Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
06.2023 - Current
JioHostar:
- Drove foundational app initiatives by leading a team of three members working across client platforms such as Android, iOS and Web.
- Enhanced CI/CD processes through GitHub workflows to optimise quality gate checks for PR deployment.
- Conducted code reviews to ensure adherence to quality standards and project guidelines.
- Mentored junior SDETs on coding standards and best practices.
JioCinema:
- Developed a data-driven framework from scratch for Android and iOS mobile app automation using Java Appium 2.0, TestNG, Maven, and Allure reporting
- Worked across monetisation and ads charters, owning E2E deliverables and leading a team of 8 members.
- Performed quarterly and sprint planning activities, alongside automation test design and test strategy, plus full-fledged stakeholder management.
SDET-2
Zeta Suite
Bengaluru
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Automated Pay Zapp application for Android and iOS platforms using BDD framework with Cucumber and Appium.
- Owned end-to-end deliverables for payments pod to ensure project success.
- Provided backend integration for client framework, enabling seamless test data management and UI checks.
- Conducted comprehensive tests and coordinated sprint deliveries to meet project timelines.
Software Test Analyst
Profinch Solutions Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Implemented POC for Appium TestNG framework using POM design pattern, enhancing mobile testing capabilities.
- Developed end-to-end test automation scripts for mobile applications, improving testing efficiency for Gulf Bank of Kuwait.
- Coordinated testing activities, delivering Daily Status Reports to track progress and issues.
- Provided consulting services for technology solutions
Test Engineer
TestYantra Software Solutions
Bangalore
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Designed and developed automation framework for Cyber Security products, enhancing testing efficiency for Tenable.IO
- Set up Groovy-Spock BDD framework to automate testing modules, streamlining test processes
- Conducted extensive testing, including API testing with Postman, ensuring software reliability and security compliance
- Developed automation solutions for cloud security applications
Test Analyst
Standard Chartered GBS
Bangalore
06.2017 - 09.2019
- A major international bank providing various financial services
- Managed testing for regulatory and sanctions checks, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation
- Developed detailed test cases and scripts, creating Data-Driven framework for SWIFT releases to enhance testing efficiency
- Conducted UAT regression pack maintenance, identifying critical issues for timely communication to developers
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Engineering And Management
M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology (Autonomous)
Bangalore, India06-2017
Skills
- Kotlin / Java
- Android Studio, XCode
- Maven / Gradle
- Postman
- Version control
- REST services
- Project management tools
- TestNG
- Appium 20
- Sauce Labs / BrowserStack
- Agile / Scrum
- Cucumber, Specflow
- Automated Code Review
- Team leadership
Accomplishments
- Standard Chartered Top Gun Program (Fresher Onboarding) - Overall 3rd place in testing charter, including learning automation tools and implementing them for the data dedupe system.
- Outstanding QE Appreciation from Management at Delixus - Senior Management held me in high regard and praised me for the quality practices brought in to improve the overall product of the client, Tenable.
- Gangstar Award (Viacom18) - Received the 'Execute with Excellence' award due to my contribution and ownership of technical documentation, implementations, and hiring across the organization.
Languages
- English
- Telugu
- Tamil
- Hindi
- Kannada
Personal Information
Title: Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
Projects
- JioHotStar OTT, 11/01/24, Present, Bangalore, Karnataka, Mobile Automation of JioHotStar OTT app for Android, iOS, Web & TV. Automated testing for JioHotStar OTT across multiple platforms using Espresso and Jetpack Compose. Involved in rebranding project, maintaining testing frameworks and scripts. Enhanced CI/CD for seamless testing during deployment.
- JioCinema OTT, 06/01/23, 11/01/24, Bangalore, Karnataka, Mobile Automation of JioHotStar OTT app for Android, iOS. Automated testing for JioCinema OTT across multiple platforms using Java, Appium 2.0, TestNg (Hybrid framework). Involved in pod monetisation and dazzle (below player experiences), maintaining testing frameworks and scripts. Enhanced CI/CD for seamless testing during deployment using RobusTest remote device lab.
- HDFC Bank | Pay Zapp Implementation, 08/01/21, 06/01/23, Bangalore, Karnataka, Mobile Automation of Pay Zapp Application for Android and iOS platforms. Developed a Data-driven framework for Pay Zapp mobile automation using BDD. Conducted tests and coordinated sprint deliveries. Managed test case reporting and defect identification.
- Gulf Bank Kuwait | OBDX Customizations Implementation, 12/01/20, 08/01/21, Bangalore, Karnataka, OBDX Automation Test Script Development for Gulf Bank of Kuwait. Automated testing for Gulf Bank's OBDX application, implementing POC automation. Developed test cases for various banking modules. Coordinated testing efforts within project timelines.
- Tenable.IO, 09/01/19, 12/01/20, Bangalore, Karnataka, Web Application Scanning, Container Security, Vulnerability Management. Engineered automation framework for Cyber Security products at Tenable. Engaged in functional, system and exploratory testing for security modules.
- Standard Chartered GBS, 06/01/17, 09/01/19, Bangalore, Karnataka, Money Transfer System (MTS) for Standard Chartered Bank clients. Led testing for SWIFT capabilities at Standard Chartered, focusing on regulatory check. Designed data-driven testing that improved testing efficiency.
Timeline
Sr. SDET-I (Assistant Manager)
Star India Pvt Ltd
06.2023 - Current
SDET-2
Zeta Suite
08.2021 - 06.2023
Software Test Analyst
Profinch Solutions Pvt Ltd
12.2020 - 08.2021
Test Engineer
TestYantra Software Solutions
09.2019 - 12.2020
Test Analyst
Standard Chartered GBS
06.2017 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Engineering And Management
M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology (Autonomous)