Swathy Sugathan
Coimbatore
Summary
Dynamic Test Automation Lead with extensive experience at Wipro Limited, specializing in Selenium WebDriver and API automation. Proven track record in developing robust frameworks and mentoring teams, driving significant cost savings and enhancing testing efficiency. Adept at strategic test planning and fostering collaboration, ensuring high-quality deliverables in fast-paced environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Test Automation Lead
Wipro Limited
Coimbatore
09.2021 - Current
- Led 12-member Automation Team for HP ITSM project, managing daily tasks and project delivery.
- Developed data-driven automation framework with TestNG, aligning project timelines with resource capacity.
- Drove API automation using Java framework, achieving high coverage in backend testing.
- Upskilled functional team members on automation practices to enhance QA efficiency.
- Collaborated with Business Analysts to prioritize high-value test scripts for automation.
- Executed UI Automation utilizing Selenium Java to improve testing processes.
Senior Associate / Test Lead - Automation
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Coimbatore
04.2018 - 09.2021
- Managed and mentored 10-member automation team, overseeing complete automation lifecycle.
- Spearheaded migration of UFT automation scripts to Selenium, achieving significant cost savings.
- Developed and maintained automation framework, executing detailed test estimations for all projects.
- Ensured extensive Webdriver and SOAP UI automation coverage across critical insurance functionalities.
P3 Consultant / Senior Tester
Capgemini India Pvt Ltd.
Bangalore
09.2016 - 04.2018
- Developed and implemented C# Selenium automation framework for regression testing of Medtronic/Covidien ERP migration project.
Software Engineer / Senior Tester
Accenture Services Pvt Ltd.
Bangalore
06.2011 - 09.2016
- Executed testing in SAP GUI, acquiring extensive knowledge of Loan Life Cycle within banking application.
- Developed automation frameworks and test cases for regression suites to enhance efficiency.
- Led a team of two members in test execution across multiple projects, ensuring adherence to timelines.
- Crafted end-to-end scenarios interfacing with legacy (AS400) and web-based applications.
- Contributed to Test Plan preparation, conducted peer reviews of test artifacts, and executed scripts via HP QC.
Education
B.Tech. - Engineering
College of Engineering Poonjar
KeralaHSC -
State Board
SSC/10th Grade -
State Board
Skills
- Selenium WebDriver expertise
- TestNG and Maven proficiency
- Jenkins
- SOAP UI and POSTMAN
- HP ALM
- Jira project management
- SAP GUI testing
- Java and C# programming
- Insurance domain knowledge
- Banking process understanding
- Healthcare industry insights
- SDLC/STLC methodologies
- Test strategy formulation
- Regression testing execution
- Functional testing skills
- Integration testing capabilities
- Defect life cycle management
Accomplishments
- Recognized with the FS Insurance Recognition for Significant Delivery Contribution.
- Received the FS North America Team Award for Significant Delivery Contribution.
Timeline
Test Automation Lead
Wipro Limited
09.2021 - Current
Senior Associate / Test Lead - Automation
Cognizant Technology Solutions
04.2018 - 09.2021
P3 Consultant / Senior Tester
Capgemini India Pvt Ltd.
09.2016 - 04.2018
Software Engineer / Senior Tester
Accenture Services Pvt Ltd.
06.2011 - 09.2016
B.Tech. - Engineering
College of Engineering Poonjar
HSC -
State Board
SSC/10th Grade -
State Board