RAKESH RANJAN BEHERA
Senior QA Automation Engineer
Bengaluru
Summary
Senior QA professional with over 9.5 years of experience in streamlining testing processes and enhancing product stability through a blend of functional and automation testing expertise. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with engineering and quality teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality products. Recognized expert in Selenium and Playwright, utilizing Core Java and JavaScript to drive improvements in quality across the SDLC.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior QA
Encora
Bangalore
07.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented end-to-end test automation frameworks using Java and Selenium, reducing manual effort and enhancing reliability across web applications.
- Developed and maintained UI automation test suites using Playwright with JavaScript, ensuring high regression coverage across multiple browsers, and reducing manual regression effort by 60% through automation.
- Automated REST API test cases using Postman and Rest Assured, validating request/response structures, and authentication.
- Proposed testing improvements to positively impact usability and process as part of the QA Transformation initiative.
- Designed data-driven and parameterized test scripts to improve test coverage and reduce manual effort.
- Supported the successful launch of numerous product releases by coordinating QA efforts, including test planning, execution, and reporting.
- Collaborated closely with developers and product owners to understand requirements and ensure high-quality releases.
Test Lead
Idexcel Technologies
Bangalore
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Built scalable automation frameworks following the Page Object Model (POM), reusable utilities, and modular architecture to enhance maintainability.
- Handled a team size of 15 tech professionals.
- Enhanced team efficiency by leading daily stand-up meetings, coordinating tasks, and providing mentorship to junior QA engineers.
- Spearheaded the adoption of Agile methodologies within the QA team, promoting collaboration, adaptability, and rapid delivery of high-quality software.
- Established regular communication channels between onsite and offshore team members, ensuring seamless coordination despite geographical barriers.
- Streamlined testing processes to identify areas in need of improvement.
Consultant
Idexcel Technologies
Bangalore
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed the creation and maintenance of a centralized test automation framework, enabling consistent execution of tests across multiple projects.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Spearheaded the adoption of Agile methodologies within the QA team, promoting collaboration, adaptability, and rapid delivery of high-quality software.
- Conducted root cause analyses on critical defects, recommending improvements to prevent future occurrences.
Team Lead
Idexcel Technologies
Bangalore
06.2016 - 12.2019
- Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
- Analyzed test results, identified defects, and worked with development teams to ensure a quick resolution of critical issues.
- Maintained test reports, dashboards, and defect tracking to provide clear visibility of product quality to stakeholders.
- Contributed to test strategy, estimation, and quality improvement initiatives across the QA team.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Performed functional, regression, integration, and API testing across different environments.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Education
B.Tech - ECE
Biju Patnaik University of Technology
01-2011
Skills
Core Java
Jenkins
Maven
TestNG
DevOps
Selenium WebDriver
Accomplishments
- Spot Award – Awarded for consistently delivering high-quality testing solutions and identifying critical defects before production release.
- Annual Excellence Award – Received for outstanding contribution to the QA team by developing scalable automation frameworks using Selenium and improving overall product quality.
- Client Appreciation Award – Received recognition from stakeholders for maintaining high testing standards and delivering reliable software releases.
- Reduced manual regression testing effort by 60–70% by introducing reusable and data-driven automation scripts.
Timeline
Senior QA
Encora
07.2022 - Current
Test Lead
Idexcel Technologies
02.2021 - 07.2022
Consultant
Idexcel Technologies
02.2020 - 01.2021
Team Lead
Idexcel Technologies
06.2016 - 12.2019
B.Tech - ECE
Biju Patnaik University of Technology