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SoftwareEngineer

N.V.S.YAKSHITA

Software Engineer
Hyderabad

Summary

Highly Skilled Software Engineer with over 5 years of experience specializing in Python-based automation, regression testing, and test framework development. Strong expertise in PyATS, Pytest, Selenium WebDriver, and CI/CD pipelines, with a proven ability to analyze log files and identify root causes to deliver high-quality automated test solutions. Skilled in debugging complex issues and thriving in Agile environments, with significant exposure to Cisco FTD automation systems, CDETS, and CIM dashboards. Committed to enhancing software quality and efficiency through innovative testing strategies and collaborative problem-solving.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Software Engineer

HCL Technologies
01.2021 - Current

Project: Cisco FTD Automation

  • Developed end-to-end automation test scripts using Java, Python, PyATS (Cisco framework), Pytest, and TestNG for FTD functionalities.
  • Automated Web UI applications using Selenium WebDriver, Maven and Jenkins tools while maintaining reusable and scalable automation components.
  • Executed, debugged, and enhanced automation scripts using PyCharm IDE and Visual Studio Code.
  • Analyzed application workflows and performed feature walkthroughs prior to automation development.
  • Designed and maintained automated test frameworks and CI/CD testcases using CIM and Git tools.
  • Investigated pipeline failures by analyzing logs and identifying root causes.
  • Recreated issue setups, reproduced failures, and performed deep-dive debugging.
  • Identified issues during test cycles and documented defects in CDETS; collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive closure.
  • Executed Functional, Regression, Smoke, Sanity, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
  • Automated test cases for cross-browser and multi-device compatibility.
  • Worked on Vsphere for VM deployment, cloning, configuration, and access.
  • Expertise in Jenkins CI/CD tool, including pipeline scripting and management of complex workflows.
  • Proficient in version control systems such as Git.
  • Strong background in database testing and management using SQL.
  • Building of custom tools for CI/CD pipeline management.
  • Extensive experience in defect tracking and management using Jira.
  • Strong hands-on experience with API testing using Postman.

Education

B.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering

GITAM University
Visakhapatnam, India
06-2020

Skills

Programming: Python, Java

Automation Frameworks: PyATS, Pytest, Robot, TestNG

UI Automation: Selenium WebDriver

API Testing: Postman

Certification

ISO Certification in Python and Selenium, 3RI Institute

Timeline

Software Engineer

HCL Technologies
01.2021 - Current

B.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering

GITAM University
N.V.S.YAKSHITA Software Engineer