Curious technologist, passionate mentor, Automation Test Engineer and Leader with 8+ years of experience in automotive, IoT, and enterprise systems. Gold medalist in B.Tech, GATE qualified, ISTQB certified, and holds a Master’s in Wireless Communication. Skilled in Python, Mainframes, Selenium, Robot Framework, Playwright, Squish, SAP-ISU, and HIL testing. Proven track record in Agile/DevOps environments, delivering scalable automation solutions across web, mobile, and embedded platforms.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Technical Expert - Test & Automation
Schneider Electric Private Limited
09.2022 - Current
Leading the design and implementation of a comprehensive test automation strategy across multiple Business Units (BUs), aligning with organizational quality goals and digital transformation initiatives.
Led cross-functional test automation projects, ensuring scalable, maintainable, and reusable automation frameworks tailored to diverse product lines.
Established and enforced governance models for the entire test lifecycle, including test planning, execution, reporting, and automation code management.
Championed best practices in automation architecture, including CI/CD integration, modular test design, and version control across global teams.
Recognized as a "Knowledge Ninja Super Champion" during the EM CTO Carnival for outstanding contributions to knowledge sharing and technical excellence.
Pioneered automation solutions for complex systems involving Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and IoT-enabled software platforms, bridging the gap between embedded systems and cloud-based applications.
Actively involved in strategic decision-making for automation tooling, framework selection, and process optimization to drive efficiency and quality.
Mentored and guided teams on automation standards, code reviews, and continuous improvement, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
Senior Software Engineer
Wipro Limited
03.2021 - 09.2022
Contributed to the test automation of Ford Motors for Ford’s infotainment systems, focusing on end-to-end validation of in-vehicle user experiences.
Served as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Amazon Alexa integration, ensuring seamless voice assistant functionality within the infotainment platform.
Developed and maintained automation scripts for testing critical features including: Voice Services: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Navigation systems, Phone connectivity and telephony features
Played a key role in enhancing test coverage and reliability for voice and connectivity modules and reduced manual testing efforts by up to 75%
Honored with the Wipro Award for Excellence in recognition of outstanding contributions to the Ford infotainment automation program.
Test Analyst
Infosys Limited
12.2017 - 04.2021
Collaborated with the Verification and Validation (V&V) team for Southern California Edison, contributing to quality assurance across enterprise applications.
Participated in Agile (Scrum) ceremonies, actively involved in gathering, analyzing, and classifying software requirements during sprint planning and refinement sessions.
Engaged in the end-to-end Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including test execution, defect management, sprint closure, and delivery coordination.
Designed and implemented automated test suites for web-based applications using Selenium, Python, and Pytest within a Page Object Model (POM) framework.
Developed comprehensive test strategies, reviewed test plans, and executed automation scripts to ensure high-quality software delivery.
Led testing efforts for client-side web applications, ensuring performance, usability, and functional compliance.
Played a key role in leading a team during a rapid business process transition, ensuring minimal disruption and knowledge continuity.
Successfully implemented test automation for SCE.com, reducing feedback cycle time by 65%, and received the Customer Impact Award for this achievement.
Education
M.E. - Wireless Communications
Birla Institute of Technology
Ranchi, India
05-2017
B.Tech - Electronics And Communications Engineering
Vinoba Bhave University
Hazaribagh, India
05-2013
Skills
Test Automation Strategy & Architecture
Python
Java
Groovy
CI/CD
Jenkins
Certification
ISTQB 90%
Timeline
Technical Expert - Test & Automation
Schneider Electric Private Limited
09.2022 - Current
Senior Software Engineer
Wipro Limited
03.2021 - 09.2022
Test Analyst
Infosys Limited
12.2017 - 04.2021
M.E. - Wireless Communications
Birla Institute of Technology
B.Tech - Electronics And Communications Engineering
Vinoba Bhave University
Experience Summary
Schneider Electric – 3 years: Leading automation strategy, framework design, team leadership (14 members), EV charger systems.
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