Pritesh Chhajed
QA Automation Lead
Pune
Summary
An innovative thinking, capable and committed test manager with a proven ability to meet agreed deadlines, co-ordinate work and work to defined testing methodologies within a structured environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2007
2007
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Automation Test Lead
Globant
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Created testing scenarios for long-term and expedited development schedules.
- Participated in test automation code review meetings and provided input on colleagues' coding efforts.
- Documented diagnostic findings in reports to inform stakeholders of product performance.
- Delivered lectures on testing techniques, tools and protocols to internal staff.
- Completed automation of functional and regression testing.
- Reviewed all test cases and test scripts for quality and identified additional areas to review.
- Updated and maintained project documentation for detailed recordkeeping.
- Applied Agile Delivery methods to simplify testing process decisions through iterative development.
AUTOMATION TEST LEAD
WIPRO SOFTWARE LTD
09.2020 - 03.2024
- Spearheaded Test Management operations, overseeing both Manual and Automation testing domains, coupled with effective Resource Management
- Crafted comprehensive Release-Level Test Plans and steered Release Testing Status Meetings to ensure meticulous tracking of testing progress
- Fostered seamless coordination between test and development teams, vigilantly monitoring performance metrics
- Engineered robust test automation scripts in alignment with established standards
- Pioneered the development of API test scripts utilizing the RestAssured library, ensuring integration with impacted systems
- Diligently supervised team execution, providing insightful reports to both client stakeholders and Wipro leadership
SENIOR AUTOMATION TESTER
Tech Mahindra Ltd.
05.2016 - 06.2020
- Spearheaded business review meetings to gain comprehensive insights into Salesforce.com configurations
- Established Automation scope for Regression suite and architected Selenium framework design
- Enhanced Regression test suites through strategic automation, elevating team proficiency
- Directed both Automation and Manual testing teams with exemplary leadership
- Diligently monitored and reported on key testing metrics, including outcomes, coverage, resources, defect status, and performance benchmarks
- Enforced and documented standardized testing protocols, ensuring adherence to organizational best practices
QA LEAD
Syntel Ltd.
04.2013 - 05.2016
- Spearheaded on-site collaboration with FedEx clients, development teams, and business users, serving as the primary liaison
- Conducted comprehensive requirement analysis meetings with clients and stakeholders, utilizing SRS & BRS documentation
- Developed detailed test scenarios to ensure full coverage of business requirements, while managing coordination with offshore teams
- Led a dynamic team of 10 members
- Monitored and reported on all testing activities, including outcomes, test case coverage, resource allocation, defect status, and performance benchmarks
- Facilitated seamless communication between offshore teams, developers, and business units to enhance product knowledge
- Actively contributed to onshore process improvement initiatives, driving quality assurance excellence
SENIOR TEST ENGINEER
Syntel Ltd.
10.2010 - 03.2013
- Spearheaded functional testing initiatives as the exclusive on-site resource for The Home Depot client, effectively bridging communication between the client and offshore teams
- Executed comprehensive Smoke and System Testing, ensuring alignment with Use Cases, SRS, and BRS documentation
- Crafted high-level test scenarios encompassing all client requirements for thorough coverage and validation
- Established and maintained rigorous testing protocols and procedures, adhering to organizational standards for quality assurance
ANALYST PROGRAMMER
Syntel Ltd.
11.2007 - 09.2010
- Spearheaded the final release as the onsite coordinator, ensuring seamless project execution
- Excelled in Requirements Analysis by comprehensively understanding client needs and actively engaging in review meetings
- Conducted thorough Smoke Testing, System Testing, and Regression Testing, leveraging Use Cases, Software Requirements Specification (SRS), and Business Requirements Specification (BRS)
- Demonstrated expertise in Backend Database Testing using SQL, enhancing data integrity and system reliability
- Identified and meticulously documented defects with precise replication steps, facilitating efficient resolution by developers
- Played a pivotal role in the verification and validation processes, guaranteeing the meticulous closure of bugs
- Authored and scrutinized test cases, leading the charge in their execution to uphold the highest quality standards
Education
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING -
Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology
Skills
Agile methodologies
Test method
Web Apps
GitHub
Jenkins
AWS
Azure
Salesforce
undefinedPersonal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/03/84
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
- Visa Status: NA
Timeline
Automation Test Lead
Globant
03.2024 - 06.2025
AUTOMATION TEST LEAD
WIPRO SOFTWARE LTD
09.2020 - 03.2024
SENIOR AUTOMATION TESTER
Tech Mahindra Ltd.
05.2016 - 06.2020
QA LEAD
Syntel Ltd.
04.2013 - 05.2016
SENIOR TEST ENGINEER
Syntel Ltd.
10.2010 - 03.2013
ANALYST PROGRAMMER
Syntel Ltd.
11.2007 - 09.2010
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING -
Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology
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