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Chethan Venkat

Chethan Venkat

QA Lead Automation
BANGALORE,Karnataka

Summary

Creative Test Lead has 15 years of tracking flaws via rigorous automated and manual diagnostic protocols. Designs novel and experimental approaches to eliminate all product weaknesses by proactively uncovering flaws. Adept at employing diverse methods.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automation Test Lead

Cube Logic Software PVT Limited
BANGALORE
09.2020 - Current
  • Successfully designed and developed the UI automation data driven framework using an open-source Selenium web driver with C# platform resulting in a 50% reduction in testing time and increased 68% increase in test coverage.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate automation into the Azure CI/CD pipeline, ensuring seamless delivery of high-quality software releases..
  • In charge of providing automation solution for SSAS data comparison unit test framework in C# to enhance efficiency by 40% in data correctness.
  • Designed and implemented the automation build pipelines in Azure for code repository storage in cloud storage (Blob) as part of disaster recovery enhanced efficiency by 70%.
  • Successfully designed and implemented framework to verify and validate the database versioning resulting 80% reduction in manual in testing time and 80% increase test coverage.
  • Conducted training sessions for team members on automation best practices, resulting in improved efficiency and skill development.

Automation Test Lead

Prime Focus Technologies
BANGALORE
12.2018 - 08.2020
  • Lead and manage a team of QA engineers, providing guidance, mentoring, and coaching.
  • Successfully implemented Selenium Web Driver with Java framework for VOD module in 'Clear' product, resulting in a 40% reduction in testing time and 45% increase in test coverage.
  • Conducted training sessions for team members on automation best practices, resulting in improved efficiency and skill development.
  • Collaborate with project managers, development teams, and business analysts to understand project goals and requirements.
  • Allocate testing resources effectively and ensure the team's skills are aligned with project needs.
  • Work closely with development teams to prioritize and address identified defects.

TechLead

Marlabs Inc
BANGALORE
10.2011 - 11.2018
  • Lead and manage a team of QA engineers, providing guidance, mentoring, and coaching.
  • Automating the API REST requests in node.js/Mocha enhanced efficiency by 40% testing time.
  • Recorded test results in Test Management tools, detailing testing processes, results, and suggestions for the production team.
  • Ensure adherence to industry best practices, standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in QA and implement relevant improvements.
  • Coordinate and execute test plans, monitoring progress and addressing any issues that may arise.
  • Track and report testing status, including defects, test coverage, and overall quality metrics.

Product Engineer

Symphony Teleca
BANGALORE
09.2007 - 07.2010

· Identified and tracked defects with a defect management tool and supported developers in resolving problems by completing additional tests.

· Conducted regression testing, analyzed results, and submitted observations to the development team.

· Reviewed requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback.

· Create detailed and comprehensive test cases based on project requirements and specifications.

· Design test scenarios covering functional, non-functional, and edge cases.

· Document and report test results, including defects and issues.

Develop and maintain automated Selenium IDE test scripts.

Education

MCA -

Annamalai University, Bangalore
01.2005 - 01.2007

BSc in Computer Science - undefined

Mahajanas First Grade Degree College - Mysore
01.2001 - 01.2004

Skills

Jira, Test Rail, and Test Link, Gitundefined

Certification

Certified - ISTQB Foundation-2016

Accomplishments

· The “Most Valuable Player” annual ward in Jan 2017 for handling and managing the complete QA vertical lonely for Gannet Digital Media Client(USA Today).

· The “Out Standing” annual award in May 2013 for a testing contribution towards migrating into digital platform .net to the java platform for Gannet Digital Media Client (USA Today).

· Team Hall of Fame September 2009 award for excellent contribution to automating the application of Concur Travel client.

· Awarded three times “Going Extra Mile” January 2008 to August 2009 for Manual and Automation BVT suites for Concur Travel clients.

Timeline

Automation Test Lead

Cube Logic Software PVT Limited
09.2020 - Current

Automation Test Lead

Prime Focus Technologies
12.2018 - 08.2020

TechLead

Marlabs Inc
10.2011 - 11.2018

Product Engineer

Symphony Teleca
09.2007 - 07.2010

MCA -

Annamalai University, Bangalore
01.2005 - 01.2007

BSc in Computer Science - undefined

Mahajanas First Grade Degree College - Mysore
01.2001 - 01.2004
Chethan VenkatQA Lead Automation