Pavan Kumar K A
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic Associate Solution Architect at KPIT with a proven track record in optimizing Python automation scripts and enhancing CI/CD pipelines. Adept at mentoring teams and driving Agile practices, I excel in delivering quality solutions while fostering collaboration and innovation. Passionate about automation testing and committed to exceeding client expectations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Solution Architect
KPIT
Bangalore
06.2025 - Current
- Review and optimize python automation scripts generated manually and AI Model for cluster features, ensuring quality standards before committing to customer Git repositories.
- Troubleshoot and resolve quality check failures to maintain smooth CT pipelines.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the team, helping overcome development challenges and ensuring timely delivery.
Technical Manager/Tech lead
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Bangalore
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Leading two Agile teams with 18+ associates in managing testing activities for automotive infotainment systems.
- Product backlog creation, sprint planning, demos, and retrospectives ensuring delivery of quality products every sprint.
- Driving manual and automation testing efforts, ensuring compliance with requirements, design validation, and customer expectations.
Test lead
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Bangalore
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Strategized and led end-to-end testing activities for automotive clients across Road Test and Lab Test validations.
- Introduced quality metrics, improved automation coverage, and streamlined Agile practices across teams.
Test Automation Specialist
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Bangalore
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Designed automation solutions using Robot Framework and Python for infotainment tuner modules (AM/FM/DAB/DRM/HD/DARC).
- Mentored junior team members on automation best practices and Agile testing methodologies.
Senior Software Engineer
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Bangalore
10.2016 - 12.2020
- Developed TCL automation scripts and conducted manual testing for infotainment systems for clients like Nissan, Renault, PSA, and JLR.
- Engaged in defect management, project reporting, and client demonstrations.
Software Engineer
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Bangalore
06.2014 - 09.2016
- Conducted feature testing, API-level validation, and GUI testing of car multimedia applications using MOST Protocol and Wi-Fi/BT tethering features.
Student Trainee
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Bangalore
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Developed a speech recognition feature using Python and DSP concepts.
Education
B.E. - Electronics and Communication Engineering
PES Institute of Technology
Bangalore06-2014
GED -
Karnataka State Board
Bangalore06-2010
High School Diploma -
Karnataka State Board
Bangalore06-2008
Skills
- Python
- Python programming
- Automation testing
- Agile methodologies
- Test case design
- Project management
- TCL
- Robot Scripting
- C (Basic)
- Slash framework
- Robot Framework
- Giftdroid Framework
- TCL Framework
- Git/GitHub
- KAP
- PyCham
- CVS
- JIRA
- RTC
- Jenkins CI/CD
- ALM Confluence
- Docupedia
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- CAN
- MOST
- ADB
- TCP/IP
- SFE100
- SML
- Maintech
- URT player
- Programmable power supply
- Relays
Certification
- Certified SAFe 6 Agilist, 2024
- Certified Scrum Master, 2023
- ISTQB Advanced Test Manager, 2023
- ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst, 2022
- ISTQB Advanced Technical Test Analyst, 2019
- ISTQB Foundation Level, 2015
- ISTQB Agile Tester Extension, 2016
- ISTQB Model Based Testing, 2017
- RBEI-NIPUN Data Science Basics with Python, 2022
Projects
Infotainment Systems Testing, Focused on Tuner features (from lower layer to HMI) for Mercedes, Nissan, Suzuki, GMVCU, BYD projects - Android/Linux based Radio/Tuner feature validation. Automation Framework Development, Using Robot Framework and Python for tuner feature automation. Road Testing & Tuning activities, In coordination with OEMs for live parameter validation.
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Tamil
- Kannada
- English
Personal Information
- Relocation: Open to Relocation
- Date of Birth: 08/05/92
Timeline
Associate Solution Architect
KPIT
06.2025 - Current
Technical Manager/Tech lead
Bosch Global Software Technologies
01.2025 - 05.2025
Test lead
Bosch Global Software Technologies
01.2024 - 01.2025
Test Automation Specialist
Bosch Global Software Technologies
01.2021 - 12.2023
Senior Software Engineer
Bosch Global Software Technologies
10.2016 - 12.2020
Software Engineer
Bosch Global Software Technologies
06.2014 - 09.2016
Student Trainee
Bosch Global Software Technologies
01.2014 - 06.2014
B.E. - Electronics and Communication Engineering
PES Institute of Technology
GED -
Karnataka State Board
High School Diploma -
Karnataka State Board