Dynamic Test Automation Engineer with a proven track record at Cognizant Technology Solutions, excelling in Selenium and Cucumber for data-driven testing. Acknowledged for optimizing automation processes and promoting collaborative teamwork.Passionate about implementing continuous integration practices and delivering high-quality software solutions while mentoring associates in best practices.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Associate - Projects
Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd
Coimbatore
12.2021 - 06.2024
Documented requirements from product owner in JIRA for enhanced clarity and tracking.
Summarized key accomplishments and activities in weekly progress reports.
Monitored project expenditures while assisting in departmental budget development.
Utilized data analysis to identify improvement opportunities within project management practices.
Ensured quality standards were met by providing technical guidance on complex projects.
Pinpointed areas needing improvement through analysis of customer feedback surveys.
Developed training materials focused on project management best practices for onboarding new employees.
Implemented continuous integration processes with Jenkins for efficient feedback cycles.
Developed and implemented automated testing strategies, plans, scripts and procedures.
Created detailed bug reports outlining issues found during the testing process.
Utilized version control systems such as Git and SVN to manage source code repositories within team environment.
Monitored test results to ensure product quality prior to release.
Collaborated with developers in resolving application defects and enhancing functionality.
Sr. Associate - Projects
Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd
Coimbatore
12.2021 - 06.2024
Automated manual test cases for Retail POS Lane front end at Albertsons Companies, a leading U.S. food and drug retailer.
Executed regression test suite of over 500 automated scripts using Eggplant Manager and DAI scheduler.
Completed eight regression cycles, executing more than 500 test cases per sprint, including nightly runs.
Collaborated with team to promptly report functional defects and resolve script failures.
Established best practices for scripting to enhance quality and consistency of automation scripts.
Prioritized and identified manual test cases in backlog for future automation efforts.
Developed new test cases from backlog using Eggplant DAI model, creating necessary actions and states.
Trained associates in onsite and Manila locations for Eggplant Certification exam completion.
Test Automation Engineer II
Cerner HealthCare Solutions PVT LTD
Bangalore
03.2015 - 12.2021
Achieved CI-CD by automating backlog VR using Rational Quality Manager and Jenkins.
Executed automation through Eggplant Functional to streamline testing processes.
Contributed to architectural team, establishing scripting best practices and source code management via GitHub.
Identified test cases for automation, performing data-driven testing with Selenium WebDriver and Java.
Trained over 150 associates on Eggplant Functional tool, enhancing understanding of architecture and frameworks.
Utilized various capture modes like Turbo capture and Assisted Scripting for effective automation.
Conducted non-functional tests to validate scalability of solutions, ensuring robust performance.
Participated in project meetings to discuss testing processes, tools, and best practices.
Quality Engineer
Exilant Technologies
04.2012 - 02.2015
Executed data-driven testing by automating identified test cases with Selenium WebDriver and Cucumber.
Participated in project meetings to enhance processes, tools, and best practices for testing.
Re-architected the Testing Framework to improve functionality across applications.
Tested framework for optimal performance on various web applications and cross-browser compatibility.
Initiated regular team meetings to discuss strategies for elevating testing quality.
Developed strong relationships with team members, management, and clients to boost productivity.
Engaged in multidisciplinary defect reviews to identify and resolve root causes of issues.
Education
M.Sc Software Systems(5 Year Integrated) - Software Systems
CMS College of Science And Commerce
Coimbatore
01.2011
Higher Secondary school -
Gopal naidu hr sec School
Coimbatore
01.2006
Secondary School -
Govt. Hr sec school
Coimbatore
01.2004
Skills
Selenium and Cucumber
Eggplant functional testing
Eggplant manager and DAI
Core Java programming
Karate framework for API automation
Jira project management
Requirements quality management (RQM)
Agile methodologies
Waterfall development
Script development and version control
Continuous integration practices
Certification
Eggplant Functional Level 1 and Level 2, 2022-09-01 to 2024-09-01
Certified Scrum Master (CSM), 09/22 to 09/24
Timeline
Sr. Associate - Projects
Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - 06.2024
Sr. Associate - Projects
Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - 06.2024
Test Automation Engineer II
Cerner HealthCare Solutions PVT LTD
03.2015 - 12.2021
Quality Engineer
Exilant Technologies
04.2012 - 02.2015
M.Sc Software Systems(5 Year Integrated) - Software Systems
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