+ Years of professional experience
Nagendra Doddakula
Senior QA Engineer
Hyderabad,TS
Summary
Results-driven QA Automation Engineer with 9+ years of total professional experience including 7.5+ years of hands-on expertise in quality assurance and test automation, specializing in end-to-end testing solutions for enterprise applications. Demonstrated expertise in building robust automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver, Protractor, Java, TypeScript, and BDD methodologies. Strong individual contributor with proven ability to independently design, develop, and execute comprehensive test strategies across payments, e-commerce, and advertising technology domains. ISTQB certified professional with deep technical skills in API testing frameworks (Karate, RestAssured, Postman), database validation, and CI/CD integration, consistently delivering high-quality software products through systematic testing approaches and proactive defect prevention.
Overview
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Work History
Technical Lead
Tech Mahindra
Hyderabad
10.2023 - Current
- Serving as individual contributor for Apple's advertising technology platform powering ads in App Store and Apple News, delivering innovative ad solutions to millions of users worldwide.
- Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test cases for critical advertising platform features, maintaining 99%+ quality metrics.
- Implement end-to-end automation solutions using Selenium WebDriver with Java, Protractor with TypeScript, and TestNG framework.
- Conduct thorough API testing using Karate Framework, RestAssured, and Postman to validate RESTful services and backend integrations.
- Provide production deployment support for QE1 and production environments, ensuring zero-downtime releases and rapid issue resolution.
- Perform advanced Splunk log analysis to proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues, minimizing system downtime.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including developers, product managers, and business analysts to ensure quality deliverables.
- Independently own test automation suite maintenance, enhancement, and execution for multiple product features.
- Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives to ensure continuous improvement.
- Client: Apple Inc. | Project: Ads Platform
- Technologies: Selenium, Protractor, Java, TypeScript, TestNG, Karate Framework, RestAssured, Postman, Splunk, JIRA, Radar, Jenkins, IntelliJ IDEA, Git
Technical Lead
Wipro Limited
Hyderabad
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Contributed as individual contributor to Apple's partner/reseller digital catalog platform, enabling efficient product assortment and dynamic pricing management across global retail locations.
- Developed robust Page Object Model (POM) framework using Selenium WebDriver with Java, enhancing code reusability and maintainability.
- Implemented Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) framework using Cucumber for improved test readability and collaboration.
- Executed extensive functional, regression, cross-browser, and end-to-end testing across multiple environments and platforms.
- Performed comprehensive API testing using Postman and RestAssured to validate backend services, REST APIs, and data integrity.
- Configured and maintained Maven for build automation, dependency management, and continuous integration processes.
- Conducted integration testing to validate seamless data flow between pricing engine, inventory, and display modules.
- Managed complete defect lifecycle using JIRA, from identification to closure, ensuring timely resolution and quality releases.
- Participated in test design review meetings and provided knowledge transfer sessions to team members.
- Collaborated closely with Business Analysts and product stakeholders to refine requirements and define acceptance criteria.
- Client: Apple Inc. | Project: Digital Catalog
- Technologies: Selenium, Java, Cucumber BDD, TestNG, Maven, RestAssured, Postman, JIRA, IntelliJ IDEA, Git
Senior Test Engineer
Toll Plus India Pvt Ltd
India
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Contributed to ICICI Bank's FASTag implementation for India's national electronic toll collection system under NHAI's NETC program.
- Executed comprehensive testing for FASTag transaction processing and validation for ICICI Bank's issuer system.
- Performed end-to-end functional testing for tag issuance, activation, recharge, and deactivation workflows.
- Conducted API testing to validate integration between ICICI Bank systems and NPCI's central ETC platform.
- Validated payment gateway integrations and transaction settlement processes for seamless toll collection.
- Executed regression testing for new features and enhancements to ensure backward compatibility.
- Performed database testing using SQL queries to verify transaction data integrity and accuracy.
- Coordinated with development teams and ICICI Bank stakeholders for defect resolution and UAT support.
- Contributed to test documentation including test cases, test data preparation, and comprehensive defect reports.
- Client: ICICI Bank | Domain: Payments (NETC & NPCI) | Project: Electronic Toll Collection - FASTag Implementation
- Technologies: Selenium, Java, TestNG, Postman, Oracle, MS SQL Server, JIRA
Software Tester
Efkon India Private Limited
Mumbai
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Played a key role in testing India's national electronic toll collection system (FASTag) for HDFC and Axis Banks under NHAI's NETC program.
- Executed comprehensive end-to-end testing for Acquirer and Issuer bank integration with NPCI's centralized ETC system.
- Performed critical plaza integration testing and transaction processing validation for ICD 2.4 and ICD 2.5 protocols.
- Validated complex concessionaire scheme rules including Single-Return, Daily Pass, and Monthly Pass features.
- Conducted rigorous API-based testing for Acquirer ICD 2.5 transaction processing, ensuring payment accuracy and security.
- Designed and implemented scalable automation framework using Selenium WebDriver and TestNG for regression testing.
- Performed extensive data-driven testing with valid/invalid inputs and comprehensive database validation using SQL queries.
- Executed smoke, sanity, regression, and integration testing for new software builds and releases.
- Provided critical support for test environment setup at customer sites and facilitated successful User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
- Clients: HDFC Bank, Axis Bank | Domain: Payments (NETC & NPCI) | Project: Electronic Toll Collection (Acquirer & Issuer) - FASTag Implementation
- Technologies: Selenium, Java, TestNG, Postman, Oracle, MS SQL Server, JIRA
Software Tester
Talisman HR Solutions Pvt Ltd - Efkon
Mumbai
03.2016 - 08.2017
- Contributed to the foundational development and testing of India's FASTag electronic toll collection system during its initial implementation phase.
- Analyzed business requirements and created detailed test scenarios and comprehensive test cases for payment workflows.
- Executed manual and automated test cases using Selenium WebDriver with Java for functional and regression testing.
- Performed thorough functional, regression, and database testing to ensure data integrity and transaction accuracy.
- Tracked and managed defects using JIRA, participating actively in defect triage meetings and resolution discussions.
- Supported critical integration testing with toll plaza operators and payment gateway systems.
- Conducted extensive database testing using SQL queries for backend data validation and stored procedure verification.
- Collaborated with development teams to ensure timely issue resolution and quality software delivery.
- Clients: HDFC Bank, Axis Bank | Domain: Payments (NETC & NPCI) | Project: Electronic Toll Collection System
- Technologies: Selenium, Java, TestNG, Oracle, MS SQL Server, JIRA
Trainee - Store
GVR Infra Projects Ltd
Chennai
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Contributed to the development of Chennai's Outer Ring Road (ORR) infrastructure project on DBFOT Annuity basis for Government of TamilNadu.
- Managed HSD (High-Speed Diesel) inventory operations including receipt creation and accurate record maintenance.
- Updated and maintained cloud-based data systems for real-time HSD inventory tracking and reporting.
- Conducted daily physical stock verification and reconciled with book stock to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Prepared detailed inventory reports and coordinated with procurement teams for timely material availability.
- Supported various operational tasks assigned by management, ensuring smooth project execution.
- Client: Tamil Nadu Road Development Company Ltd | Project: Chennai ORR-II (Outer Ring Road)
- Skills: Inventory Management, Data Entry, MS Office, Record Keeping, Reporting
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
VKR & VNB Engineering College
Diploma in Engineering - undefined
VKR & VNB Polytechnic College
SSC (10th Standard) - undefined
ZPH High School
Skills
- Functional Testing
- Test Automation
- Framework Development
- Selenium
- Playwright
- Protractor
- API Testing
- Karate
- RestAssured
- CI/CD Integration
- Payment Systems
- E-Commerce
- Advertising Technology
- Selenium WebDriver
- TestNG
- Cucumber BDD
- Maven
- Gradle
- Page Object Model (POM)
- Core Java
- TypeScript
- Karate Framework
- Postman
- REST APIs
- Jenkins
- Splunk
- Functional
- Regression
- Smoke
- Sanity
- Integration
- UAT
- Database
- Oracle
- MS SQL Server
- SQL Queries
- IntelliJ IDEA
- Eclipse
- JIRA
- Radar
- GIT
- Agile
- Waterfall
- SDLC
- STLC
- Toll & Electronic Toll Collection
- ETC/FASTag
- Payments
- NETC
- NPCI
- Digital Catalog
Certification
ISTQB Certified Tester - Foundation Level
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that all the information provided above is true to the best of my knowledge.
Timeline
Technical Lead
Tech Mahindra
10.2023 - Current
Technical Lead
Wipro Limited
08.2021 - 10.2023
Trainee - Store
GVR Infra Projects Ltd
03.2021 - 08.2021
Senior Test Engineer
Toll Plus India Pvt Ltd
04.2020 - 03.2021
Software Tester
Efkon India Private Limited
06.2017 - 03.2020
Software Tester
Talisman HR Solutions Pvt Ltd - Efkon
03.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
VKR & VNB Engineering College
Diploma in Engineering - undefined
VKR & VNB Polytechnic College
SSC (10th Standard) - undefined
ZPH High School