Sandeep Sugumaran

Results-driven Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with over 5 years of experience specializing in automation and manual testing. Proficient in Java, Selenium, TestNG, Robot Framework (UI & API automation), Jenkins, Docker, and REST-assured. Skilled in designing test frameworks using industry best practices like the Page Object Model, Factory Pattern, and Singleton Pattern. Demonstrated expertise in optimizing test suites by integrating API responses, implementing retry mechanisms for specific server exceptions, and reducing service load through global session setups. Proven ability to curate client-specific test suites, enhance test execution speed, and contribute to CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Docker. Adept at collaborating cross-functionally, managing defects effectively, and ensuring automation suite stability for scalable and reliable releases.

• Experience in creating test frameworks from scratch
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD, Docker, and Jenkins pipeline integration
• Proven contributions to reduced test execution time and API load
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Active contributor to QA strategy and release planning meetings