Satish Kumar Kuppili
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic Software Test Manager and Test Engineer with a proven track record at Continental Automotive, enhancing test automation efficiency by 50%. Expert in test strategy and team leadership, ensuring compliance with ASPICE and ISO 26262 standards. Adept at root cause analysis and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive project success. Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Test Manager
Continental Automotive
12.2022 - Current
- Led test planning, estimation, and execution for multiple Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) projects.
- Implemented automated testing tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred by proactively monitoring progress against defined metrics.
- Managed team of 15 to 25 engineers, ensuring effective resource allocation and timely project delivery.
- Implemented automation strategies for regression testing using Python and CAPL.
- Coordinated with OEMs and stakeholders for requirement alignment and defect resolution.
- Ensured compliance with ASPICE and ISO 26262 standards through rigorous process audits.
- Generated comprehensive test reports while monitoring KPIs for quality assurance.
- Achieved recognition as key player in 2022 for improving defect detection by 30% on Toyota SRR TA12 project.
- Reduced test automation time by 50% on Nissan ADC NN16 project, completing first full test cycle in six months.
- Mentored junior testers on software quality assurance practices.
- Collaborated with developers to resolve critical software issues promptly.
- Performed root cause analysis on reported issues to ensure timely resolution.
Senior Test Engineer
Continental Automotive
09.2019 - 12.2022
- Analyzed requirements and created detailed test protocols for radar functionalities, including blind spot detection.
- Mentored junior engineers in best testing practices and methodologies.
- Documented testing processes and reported findings to stakeholders effectively.
- Analyzed requirements documents to ensure proper coverage of testing activities.
- Executed manual testing for multiple radar modules after preparing test setups.
- Developed CAPL scripts to automate error management and diagnostics processes.
- Reported defects using IMS while maintaining traceability in DOORS.
- Collaborated with developers and problem management teams to conduct root cause analyses.
- Automated substantial portions of test cases with CAPL, enhancing efficiency and reducing manual efforts.
- Introduced structured exploratory testing methods to the team for improved coverage.
- Created a Python tool to execute failed test scenarios, significantly increasing nightly execution efficiency.
Test Engineer
Continental Automotive(Pay roll - L&T Technology Services)
Bengaluru
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Executed manual testing and created test protocols for radar and camera modules.
- Automated test cases using CAPL scripts to enhance error management and diagnostics.
- Reported defects in IMS while maintaining traceability in DOORS.
- Validated functionalities including BSD, LCA, CTA, AHB, TSD, and LDA.
- Deputed to Continental to support project requirements.
- Improved test coverage by implementing additional corner case scenarios.
- Contributed to successful delivery of ADAS projects for global OEMs.
Test Engineer
Infosys
12.2015 - 12.2017
- Analyzed requirements and created detailed test protocols for comprehensive evaluation.
- Executed hardware-in-the-loop and manual testing to validate functionality.
- Developed CAPL scripts to automate diagnostics testing, minimizing manual effort.
- Reported defects using ITMS and documented results in DOORS for traceability.
- Collaborated with developers and problem management teams for effective root cause analysis.
- Ensured timely delivery of OBD-II tool validation through efficient project management.
- Automated diagnostics test cases using CAPL to enhance productivity and accuracy.
Education
M.Tech - Automotive Engineering
VIT University
Vellore01.2015
B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Gudlavalleru Engineering College
Gudlavalleru, Andhra Pradesh, India01.2013
Skills
- Test strategy and planning
- Team leadership
- Test automation expertise
- Test documentation
- ISTQB certified
- Test process improvement
- Software development life cycle
- Background in agile environments
- Task prioritization
- Root cause analysis
- Test estimation
- Test environment setup
- Requirements analysis
- Automotive ECU validation
- Test automation with Python and CAPL
- Requirements traceability with DOORS/DNG
- Defect management with JIRA/IMS
- ASPICE and ISO 26262 compliance
- Agile collaboration and cross-functional teamwork
- Tools: CANoe, CANape, CANstress, V-TestStudio, VT System, Lauterbach, VS Code
- Protocols: UDS, CAN, XCP, LIN, Ethernet
Personal Information
Hobbies: Yoga, Reading Books
Timeline
Software Test Manager
Continental Automotive
12.2022 - Current
Senior Test Engineer
Continental Automotive
09.2019 - 12.2022
Test Engineer
Continental Automotive(Pay roll - L&T Technology Services)
01.2018 - 08.2019
Test Engineer
Infosys
12.2015 - 12.2017
M.Tech - Automotive Engineering
VIT University
B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Gudlavalleru Engineering College