ISMAIL AHAMED
Chennai,TN
Summary
Results-driven Automation Tester with 8 years of specialized experience in web and API automation, recognized for designing and maintaining robust test automation frameworks. Expertise in integrating tests into Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines enhances overall efficiency through streamlined processes and parallel execution. A collaborative team player committed to elevating software quality and fostering continuous improvement within Agile environments. Proven adaptability to evolving technologies and methodologies ensures optimal testing outcomes and project success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
I.T. Analyst
TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES
01.2022 - Current
- Developed and maintained automated test scripts for web applications (Java, Selenium, BDD Cucumber), increasing test cycle speed by 33%.
- Integrated automated test suites/smoke tests into Azure DevOps pipelines for continuous testing and early detection of issues.
- Implemented parallel execution of automated tests in Azure pipelines, accelerating feedback and reducing execution time.
- Automated critical smoke tests in CI/CD, resulting in a 25% reduction in production defects.
- Engineered API automation with Rest Assured, including complex JSON validation.
- Coordinated Agile ceremonies and crafted comprehensive test documentation, streamlining onboarding and cross-team collaboration.
Associate
COGNIZANT
04.2018 - 01.2022
- Designed and executed web automation scripts using Protractor.
- Led automation and API validation (SQL analysis, Postman validation).
- Trained new team members in automation best practices.
- Managed defect lifecycle in TFS; collaborated with global stakeholders.
- Participated in Scrum ceremonies, ensuring timely delivery.
Test Analyst
VALLEYPOINT
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Led requirement analysis, test estimation, execution, and defect management.
- Managed parallel test execution across multiple environments (SIT, UAT).
- Performed extensive database/backend testing for end-to-end quality assurance.
Education
Bachelor’s - Computer Science
Anna University
03-2017
Skills
- Automation Tools: Playwright, Selenium, Protractor, Rest Assured (API)
- Programming Languages: Java
- Frameworks: BDD Cucumber, TestNG, JUnit, Jasmine, Maven
- API Testing: Rest Assured, Postman
- Test Management: JIRA, TFS, DocSpace, TrackSpace
- CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub, Azure DevOps (pipeline/parallel test integration)
- Software Tools: Eclipse IDE, IntelliJ, Visual Studio
- Methodologies: Agile (Scrum, Kanban), Waterfall
- Database: SQL (Data analysis and validation)
Certification
- ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level
- ISTQB Advanced Level – Test Automation Engineer
- CPST-001: Certified Professional Selenium Tester (CST) TM
KEYWORDS
Automation Testing, Web Testing, API Testing, Selenium, Playwright, Rest Assured, Java, Azure DevOps, CI/CD, Parallel Testing, Agile, Scrum, BDD, JIRA, Jenkins, SQL
Timeline
I.T. Analyst
TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES
01.2022 - Current
Associate
COGNIZANT
04.2018 - 01.2022
Test Analyst
VALLEYPOINT
03.2017 - 04.2018
Bachelor’s - Computer Science
Anna University
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