NEHA PANDITH
Summary
Accomplished Software Engineer in Test with over 5.9+ years of experience specializing in both automation and manual testing across the full software development lifecycle. Proven expertise in managing complex automation projects, developing and executing comprehensive test plans, and ensuring the highest standards of software quality and reliability. Committed to delivering high-quality solutions, reducing time-to-market, and continuously enhancing testing methodologies to meet evolving business needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Software Engineer in Test
Blackline
04.2024 - Current
- Spearheaded test automation initiatives for critical financial applications, ensuring consistent high-quality product releases by developing and executing robust automated tests.
- Architected and implemented end-to-end automation frameworks from the ground up using Java, Selenium WebDriver, and TestNG, tailored to meet the unique needs of financial web applications.
- Integrated test automation seamlessly into the CI/CD pipeline using Jenkins, optimizing deployment cycles and accelerating release timelines.
- Leveraged Docker and Kubernetes to create containerized and orchestrated testing environments, improving scalability, reliability, and reproducibility of tests.
- Led comprehensive root cause analysis (RCA) to diagnose automation script failures, and implemented corrective actions to maintain test suite stability and maximize automation efficiency.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with development and QA teams, driving continuous improvement in testing processes through Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD).
- Wrote and executed extensive regression and functional tests, incorporating tools such as Postman and SoapUI for comprehensive API testing.
- Managed source code using Git to ensure proper version control and smooth collaboration across global teams.
Quality Assurance Engineer
GE Healthcare
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Led an offshore team in the healthcare domain, managing and optimizing test automation efforts for web-based applications, ensuring timely and high-quality deliveries.
- Developed a comprehensive BDD framework from scratch using Selenium WebDriver and Cucumber, promoting collaboration and ensuring clear communication between business and technical teams.
- Integrated automated test scripts into the CI/CD pipeline with Jenkins, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of the testing lifecycle and reducing manual intervention.
- Optimized existing test frameworks and automated scripts using the Page Object Model (POM) and Data-Driven strategies, improving test maintainability and scalability.
- Performed comprehensive API testing using RestAssured to ensure backend services met functional and performance requirements.
- Utilized Jenkins, Git, and Maven to automate build processes, streamline integration, and maintain high-quality code across environments.
- Executed performance testing with tools like JMeter to simulate real-world conditions and measure the application's behavior under load.
- Analyzed exceptions and troubleshooting automated script failures through in-depth root cause analysis (RCA), leading to swift resolution and minimal downtime.
- Managed defect tracking and reporting in Rally and HP ALM, ensuring alignment with business requirements and timely issue resolution.
System Engineer
Infosys
06.2019 - 07.2022
- Managed end-to-end testing for the Third Party Risk Management application within the Archer platform, performing critical functional, regression, and smoke testing to validate business functionality and system integrity.
- Automated test cases using Java, Selenium WebDriver, and TestNG, increasing test coverage and reducing manual testing efforts across multiple application modules.
- Conducted in-depth API testing using Postman and SoapUI to verify the accuracy and performance of web services and backend components.
- Integrated automated test cases into the CI/CD pipeline with Jenkins, enabling continuous delivery and fast feedback loops throughout the development lifecycle.
- Actively participated in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and efficient delivery of user stories.
- Implemented TDD and BDD practices, ensuring high-quality, testable code and improved collaboration with developers and business analysts.
- Enhanced test frameworks using Data-Driven and Page Object Model (POM) design patterns, leading to a more robust and scalable test suite.
- Tracked and managed defects using HP ALM, Jira, and Rally, ensuring clear communication with developers and timely resolution of critical issues.
Education
Bachelor of Computer Application - Computer Science
Mangalore University
04-2019
Skills
- Languages & Frameworks: Java, Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, Cucumber, JUnit, Python, JavaScript, Spring Cloud
- CI/CD & Tools: Jenkins, Git, Maven, Gradle, Bitbucket, TeamCity
- Test Automation: Regression Testing, Functional Testing, BDD, TDD, Page Object Model (POM), Data-Driven Frameworks
- Version Control: Git, GitHub, Bitbucket
- Cloud Platforms: Google Cloud Platform (GCP), AWS, Azure
- Testing Tools: Selenium, JUnit, Cucumber, RestAssured, Postman, SoapUI
- Defect Management & Test Case Management: HP ALM, Rally, Jira, TestRail, Bugzilla
- Automation Practices: Mocking, Stubbing, Automation Framework Design, Code Reviews, Test Maintenance, Test Optimization
- Databases/SQL: SQL, Oracle, MySQL, MongoDB
- API Testing: RESTful APIs, SOAP, JSON, XML
- Containerization & Virtualization: Docker, Kubernetes, Vagrant
- Performance Testing: JMeter, LoadRunner
- Monitoring & Logging: Splunk, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana)
- Test Reporting & Analysis: Allure, Extent Reports, Jenkins Integration
- Other: Data Structures, Design Patterns, Kafka, Message Queuing Systems, Test Automation Metrics & Reporting
Certification
- Infosys Certifed Java SE8 Developer
- Infosys Certifed DevOps Professional
- Infosys Certifed Selenium Advance Automation Tester
- Infosys global Agile Developer
Awards
- Deliver the future of Healthcare
- Best Ownership
- Focus
Timeline
Software Engineer in Test
Blackline
04.2024 - Current
Quality Assurance Engineer
GE Healthcare
07.2022 - 03.2024
System Engineer
Infosys
06.2019 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Computer Application - Computer Science
Mangalore University
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