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Education
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Jagan Gottimukkala

Jagan Gottimukkala

Bhimavaram,AP

Summary

Experienced Automation Architect / QA Leader bringing 20+ years of experience in automation toolset development. Works extensively with engineering and quality teams to foster quality product development. Recognized expert in Playwright, Selenium WebDriver, and Robot Framework with record of managing multiple competing priorities.

Hands-on experience in API/web services automation, database validation, and performance testing using JMeter, supporting end-to-end validation of distributed and microservices-based systems. Proven ability to integrate automation solutions with test management tools (Jira, ALM) and align them with CI/CD workflows to enable continuous testing, performance validation, and faster, high-quality releases. Demonstrated leadership in building, mentoring, and managing high-performing automation teams (up to 20 members), driving best practices, collaboration, and delivery excellence. Experienced in automation tool evaluation, performance testing strategy, and framework adoption, contributing to long-term quality engineering and system scalability initiatives.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead QA Engineer

ADP Inc.
08.2022 - Current
  • Influenced cost savings through efficient utilization of resources and elimination of redundant tasks in the QA process.
  • Contributed to implementation and enhancement of automation frameworks using Playwright and Selenium WebDriver, supporting UI and API testing for enterprise applications.
  • Explored and applied GenAI tools in automation workflows, assisting in test generation and improving efficiency during development cycles.
  • Led quality assurance automation initiatives, enhancing testing efficiency and reducing cycle times.
  • Developed and implemented automated test scripts using Selenium/Cucumber Framework(Java Implementation), improving accuracy of test results.
  • Conducted performance testing to validate system stability under load, optimizing application performance for end-users.
  • Maintained and extended Robot Framework-based automation for legacy systems, ensuring backward compatibility and stable regression coverage.
  • Supported CI/CD integration of automation suites, enabling continuous validation and improving deployment confidence.

Senior Automation Developer

Credit Acceptance
10.2018 - 08.2022
  • Developed automated scripts to streamline testing processes and enhance software reliability.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities, improving workflow efficiency.
  • Led and scaled a 16-member automation team, driving technical direction, framework adoption, and automation maturity across multiple projects.
  • Developed and enhanced hybrid automation frameworks using Python and Robot Framework, supporting UI (Selenium WebDriver/Playwright), API, and database testing for enterprise applications.
  • Implemented integration of automation frameworks with Jira and ALM/test management tools, enabling end-to-end traceability, reporting, and alignment with Agile workflows.
  • Enabled CI/CD-driven automation practices, embedding automated test execution into pipelines to support continuous validation and faster release cycles.
  • Performed automation tool evaluations and proof-of-concepts, contributing to framework and tool selection aligned with long-term automation strategy.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies for potential integration into automation strategies, driving innovation within teams.
  • Increased team efficiency by mentoring and training junior developers on automation best practices.

QA Developer (Architect)

Charter Global
08.2016 - 09.2017
  • Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance product reliability and performance across software applications.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive test plans, identifying bugs and improving overall system functionality.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on quality standards and testing requirements.
  • Mentored junior QA developers, providing guidance on best practices and efficient testing methodologies.
  • Increased code coverage metrics significantly with strategic implementation of unit tests for key application components.
  • Streamlined communication between QA and development teams, resulting in improved collaboration and faster issue resolution.
  • Tested software to assess optimal in-project deployment.
  • Collaborated with QA analysts to establish, meet and maintain quality assurance thresholds based on best-practice tools.

Automation Architect / Project Lead

LiquidHub
10.2013 - 08.2016
  • Designed and developed architectural solutions for complex projects, ensuring alignment with client needs.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate innovative technologies into architectural designs.
  • Owned end-to-end automation architecture, designing hybrid frameworks using Selenium WebDriver and OATS. Aligned with enterprise QA strategy, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
  • Championed performance engineering initiatives using JMeter, building reusable load testing frameworks and enabling proactive performance validation for microservices and distributed systems.
  • Implemented seamless integration of automation frameworks with ALM (Quality Center), Jira, and test management ecosystems, ensuring traceability, auditability, and enterprise reporting standards.
  • Established automation governance and Center of Excellence (CoE), mentoring teams, defining coding standards, and driving organization-wide automation maturity.
  • Mentored test engineers, sharing best practices to improve design processes and project outcomes.
  • Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
  • Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects.

Senior Member Technical Staff

Oracle India Pvt Ltd
10.2012 - 09.2013
  • Constructed automation framework for Oracle Application Testing Suite (OATS) with Java integration.
  • Engineered ant script to facilitate testing of Oracle Fusion applications.
  • Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
  • Coordinated with IT department to upgrade software, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • automated test scenarios employing shell scripting and distributed testing platform (i.e. dte)

Senior Consultant P4

Capgemini
05.2012 - 10.2012
  • Led cross-functional teams to implement enterprise solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Facilitated automation efforts for SVB Dutch project in banking industry leveraging OATS technology.
  • implemented automated Siebel module with OpenScript.
  • Developed keyword-focused automation for OpenScript.
  • automation of EBF, ADF, and web components through OpenScript.
  • Engaged with R&D department leaders to implement OATS functional framework throughout all banking sectors at Capgemini.

Senior Software Test Engineer

ProKarma Softech Pvt.Ltd
04.2010 - 05.2012
  • Led QA team in developing comprehensive test strategies for software applications.
  • Designed and executed automated test scripts using OATS, Selenium and JUnit frameworks.
  • Functioned as main point of contact for Verizon offshore QA team
  • Demonstrated technical products to customers, highlighting key functionalities. Supported and mentored junior engineers, fostering growth within technical support team.
  • Writing test cases for the new portals based on the requirements in TOPTEAM. Actively participated in the SOW meetings, Status Update Meetings, Review Meetings, defects analysis meetings.
  • Analyzed the new features and prepared Test Scope for the same. Distributing the tasks and the associated test case documents to each of the team members.
  • Prepare the test scripts for BAT and Regression Testing using OATS (Open Script in Java) and Selenium RC and Webdriver(Java implementation).
  • Develop VBscripts to download Requirements, Test Plans and Defect history from QC using the ‘OTA API’. Document defect reports and test results from Quality Center.
  • Coordinated effectively with development, sales, and QA teams to ensure smooth product delivery.
    Oversaw defect tracking and provided assistance during product quality testing.
  • Engaged in bug review meetings to assess bugs for acceptance or rejection.

QA Engineer

NetEnrich Pvt Ltd
01.2005 - 01.2010
  • Executed functional, regression, and performance testing strategies, contributing to the overall quality assurance process for enterprise applications.
  • Designed structured test cases and validation workflows, forming the foundation for future automation and scalable testing practices.
  • Performed performance and load testing using JMeter, analyzing results to identify bottlenecks and improve system scalability.
  • Ensured cross-platform compatibility through extensive validation across browsers, operating systems, and environments.
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, supporting requirement analysis, defect management, and continuous quality improvement.

Education

Computer Applications

GIET Rajhmundry Affiliated To JNTU Hyderabad
06-2005
  • Graduation with Distinction, 2005 with an Agregate of 73 percentage

Bachelor of Computer Applications -

CSN Degree College Affiliated To Andhra University, Bhimavaram, India
08-2002

Skills

  • Test Automation Architecture
  • Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, Robot Framework
  • Playwright (using Java and Python)
  • API & Microservices Automation
  • CI/CD Integration (DevOps)
  • Python, Java, JavaScript Automation
  • Hybrid Framework Design (POM, Data-Driven, BDD)
  • Performance Testing (JMeter, Load Runner, OATS Load Testing tool)
  • Agile / Scrum
  • Quality metrics analysis
  • Functional testing expertise
  • Test automation expertise
  • Test environment setup

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 20 staff members.

Timeline

Lead QA Engineer - ADP Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Senior Automation Developer - Credit Acceptance
10.2018 - 08.2022
QA Developer (Architect) - Charter Global
08.2016 - 09.2017
Automation Architect / Project Lead - LiquidHub
10.2013 - 08.2016
Senior Member Technical Staff - Oracle India Pvt Ltd
10.2012 - 09.2013
Senior Consultant P4 - Capgemini
05.2012 - 10.2012
Senior Software Test Engineer - ProKarma Softech Pvt.Ltd
04.2010 - 05.2012
QA Engineer - NetEnrich Pvt Ltd
01.2005 - 01.2010
GIET Rajhmundry Affiliated To JNTU Hyderabad - , Computer Applications
CSN Degree College Affiliated To Andhra University - Bachelor of Computer Applications,

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