Soumya Ranjan Nayak
Software Test Lead (AI-Driven Testing & Automation)
Hyderabad
Summary
Dynamic AI-powered Software Testing Professional with over 11 years of experience specializing in Functional, API, Manual, and Automation Testing. Currently leads a QA Automation team of 10 members, implementing advanced frameworks using Playwright Java and Agentic AI-based methodologies. Expertise in developing robust Automation Frameworks is complemented by extensive knowledge of tools such as Selenium and SahiPro, along with a solid understanding of web services and API testing. Recognized for aligning IT initiatives with business objectives to drive cost-effective operations, enhance overall productivity, and manage cross-functional teams for seamless module integration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Module Lead- Manager QC Automation
Cozentus Technologies (P) Ltd
06.2024
- Client: PSA-BDP
- Engaged in developing the test automation framework for the PSA-BDP tracking module using PlayWright, Java both for UI and API.
- Managing the daily activity and leading a team of 10 members.
- Working on Agentic AI Based Automation along with Playwright Python.
Lead QA Engineer
DreamOrbit Softech Pvt Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2023
- Client: Mercury Gate International. (June 2021-Dec 2023)
- Project: MG TMS
- MG TMS is the largest TMS used by many 3PL companies, I was working on the enhancement of modules like Load Board, and Shipments Board and the migration of some of the legacy functionalities.
- Responsibilities:
- Prepare and Manage the automation framework.
- Create Generic/Utility Methods which can be used across the teams.
- Make the necessary changes to run the execution on the pipeline.
- Prepare best practices and follow them across the Team.
- Understanding the Software Requirement Specification.
- Prepared and Maintaining Framework as per required changes.
- Preparing and executing test cases as per acceptance criteria.
- Developed Scripts against iteration User Story Test Cases Developed scripts for API User stories.
- Reviewing the Rest API/ UI scripts. Daily execution of Automation script using the pipeline.
- Performing Functional Testing, Integration Testing, Regression Testing, Smoke Testing.
- Weekly Discussion with Client and share Team status.
- Tech Stack Used:
- Java, Selenium, PlayWright, Post Man, Rest Assured, Manual Testing
- Client: GlobalTranz. (Jan 2014-June 2021)
- Project: GTZTMS
- GlobalTranz is a technology-enabled logistics company specializing in freight management services including LTL, Full Truckload, Supply Chain Management, and Domestic Air/Expedited shipping
- Responsibilities:
- Involved in developing UI Automation Framework using Selenium, POM, Web Driver, TestNG, Maven, and Java.
- Managed Automation Manual QA Team to deliver the product on time.
- Made the necessary changes to run the execution on the pipeline.
- Prepared best practices and followed them across the team.
- Peer review for test scripts written.
- Executed automation script daily using the pipeline.
- Performed functional testing, integration testing, regression testing, and smoke testing. Developed scripts for executing using stress stimulus & Performed load test using stress stimulus.
- Prepare execution reports for the load testing to stakeholders. Attending daily scrum & retrospective meetings.
- Tech Stack Used:
- Manual Testing, Sahi Pro Automation, Java, Selenium, PostMan, Jmeter, Stress Stimulus.
- Project: GTZ COMMAND CENTER
- Globaltranz's commandcenter is an agent-centric application where they can perform shipments end-to-end activities on behalf of their customers.
- Responsibilities:
- Extensively worked on Regression & Ad hoc Testing.
- Worked closely with the Manual testing team to identify the regression areas in the application for every release cycle.
- Identified and reported the bugs using Rally (Project Management Tool). Retested the application after fixing bugs.
- Performed the regression executions daily in the Development Environment.
- Analyzed the daily regression execution reports and shared reports with the stakeholders.
- Executed Automated Regression Test Cases in every release cycle.
- Debugged the regression failure test scripts based on the execution report. Involved in Stand-up meetings, retrospective and defect triage meetings.
- Tech Stack Used:
- Manual Testing, Rest API, Postman, Swagger
QA Trainer
UCPL Technologies
02.2011 - 06.2013
- Worked as a Trainer in Software Testing(Manual, Automation/QTP).
Education
B Tech - Computer Science
Trident Academy Of Technology
09.2009
12th - Science
C.H.S.E Odisha
10th - undefined
B.S.E Odisha
Skills
Manual Testing
Awards
Spot Award at DreamOrbit Softech Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru 2017, Employee of the Year at DreamOrbit Softech Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru 2018
Timeline
Module Lead- Manager QC Automation
Cozentus Technologies (P) Ltd
06.2024
Lead QA Engineer
DreamOrbit Softech Pvt Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2023
QA Trainer
UCPL Technologies
02.2011 - 06.2013
12th - Science
C.H.S.E Odisha
10th - undefined
B.S.E Odisha
B Tech - Computer Science
Trident Academy Of Technology