Prasanna Kumari
Sr SDET Led
Hyderabad
Summary
Accomplished Senior SDET with over 13 years of experience designing and implementing robust test automation frameworks using Java and Python. Proven expertise in UI and API automation, with a strong background in cloud environments (AWS, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipeline integration. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, mentoring junior members, and leveraging AI-based testing tools to streamline processes. Recognized for persistent drive to improve quality and reduce test cycle times in Agile and fast-paced delivery environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior SDET
Coupa Software India Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - Current
- Created and applied detailed testing strategies for Coupa Procurement, a cloud-based business spends management platform.
- Spearheaded sprint-wise planning and coordinated both manual and automated test efforts across cross-functional teams.
- Designed, maintained, and executed automation scripts using Playwright with RSpec for UI and API testing.
- Integrated automation efforts within CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) and leveraged tools like TestRail and JIRA for issue tracking and reporting.
- Pioneered the use of Sentinel AI and Copilot to accelerate test case creation and peer code reviews, reducing overall test cycle times.
- Led and mentored a team of SDET professionals, ensuring prompt resolution of customer-reported issues and build failures.
Principal Engineer – Test Automation
Innominds Software Pvt Ltd
08.2013 - 12.2022
- Directed the end-to-end development of automation frameworks for high-priority applications using Java, Python, and Selenium.
- Pioneered UI and API automation initiatives, contributing to reduced regression times and enhanced product quality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams during Agile sprints to ensure test scenarios aligned with evolving business requirements.
- Conducted comprehensive code reviews and provided mentorship to elevate the overall competency of the testing team.
- Implemented effective test data management and environment setups in both Linux and Windows, streamlining deployments.
Software Engineer – Test Automation
Symbiotic Infotech Pvt Ltd
12.2011 - 06.2013
- Designed and maintained robust test scripts using Selenium WebDriver and Cucumber within a Page Object Model (POM) framework.
- Contributed to both automation and manual testing processes, ensuring reliable application performance at every release.
- Assisted in establishing a consistent test environment and actively participated in defect management alongside development teams.
Education
Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A) -
Acharya Nagarjuna University
Bachelor of Science (B. Sc) - undefined
Acharya Nagarjuna University
Skills
Selenium WebDriver
TestNG
Pytest
Playwright
Cucumber
Java/J2SE
Python
AWS
Kubernetes
CI/CD
Jenkins
Git
SVN
Perforce
Maven
Ant
JIRA
ALM
Extent Reports
Allure
AJAX
CSS
JavaScript
HTML5
XML
Windows
Linux
macOS
MySQL
Oracle
MongoDB
Zephyr
TestRail
Sentinel AI
Copilot
Test automation frameworks
Test case design
Functional testing
Regression testing
Test planning
Defect tracking
Integration testing
Cross-browser testing
Requirements analysis
Test strategy
Automated testing
Behavior-driven development
Continuous integration
Version control
Test management tools
Manual testing
Timeline
Senior SDET
Coupa Software India Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - Current
Principal Engineer – Test Automation
Innominds Software Pvt Ltd
08.2013 - 12.2022
Software Engineer – Test Automation
Symbiotic Infotech Pvt Ltd
12.2011 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science (B. Sc) - undefined
Acharya Nagarjuna University
Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A) -
Acharya Nagarjuna University