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Nirmala R A

@nirmalara

Experienced QA lead specializing in test automation and software quality.

India
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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation, encourages collaboration, and offers opportunities for professional growth in quality assurance and automation.

I am a dedicated Associate Manager in QA with over 10 years of experience in software testing, specializing in Selenium-based frameworks and manual testing. My journey has been marked by a commitment to optimizing CI/CD pipelines and Agile workflows, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet customer expectations.

At Accenture, I lead a team of automation testers, achieving an impressive 80% reduction in manual effort through streamlined automation suites. My expertise in tools like Jenkins, GitHub, and Maven has enabled faster and more reliable software releases. I take pride in mentoring cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation within the organization.

Previously, at IBM India Pvt Ltd, I designed and implemented robust automation frameworks for functional and regression testing, ensuring thorough test coverage and compliance with business requirements. My ability to analyze documentation and develop detailed test plans has been crucial in maintaining high standards of software quality. I am passionate about continuous improvement and actively participate in Agile ceremonies to enhance team performance.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Associate Manager in QA | Test Lead

Accenture

Oct 2021 - Present (3 years 9 months)

Led a team of 5 automation testers, streamlining end-to-end automation suites and achieving an 80% reduction in manual effort. Utilized expertise in Selenium-based frameworks, including Cucumber (BDD), Junit, TestNG, and RestAssured, to integrate with GitHub, Maven, and Jenkins for seamless CI/CD pipeline integration.

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Test Automation Specialist

IBM India Pvt Ltd

Jun 2014 - Oct 2021 (7 years 4 months)

Designed and implemented robust automation frameworks and test scripts for functional and regression testing across web and API layers. Executed both automated and manual testing to validate software functionality, performance, and compliance with business requirements.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Government College of Technology

B.Tech, Industrial Bio Technology

Grade: 7.93

Studied Industrial Bio Technology at Government College of Technology. Gained foundational knowledge in the field, completing the program with a grade of 7.93.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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