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Rahul Prasad
@rahulprasad1
10+ years of expertise in Java & Python | Selenium, WebdriverIO, & Appium | CI/CD | Agile & BDD
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
A seasoned Senior Quality Specialist with over a decade of experience in the IT industry, specializing in Test Automation and Manual QA. I am passionate about building robust, scalable automation solutions that accelerate the development lifecycle and ensure high-quality software.
I have a proven track record of building automation frameworks from scratch for both Front-end (Web) and API applications. My expertise spans a wide range of technologies, including Java, Python, Selenium WebDriver, WebdriverIO, and Appium. I've successfully integrated automation into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins and GitHub Actions, significantly reducing manual effort and speeding up release cycles.
Beyond technical skills, I am a collaborative leader. I've effectively managed technical teams and mentored junior QA engineers, helping them grow their skills in Agile, BDD, and Test-Driven Development (TDD). I also contribute to the hiring process, actively participating in workshops and interviews to bring top talent to our organization.
Skills
Automation & Frameworks: Selenium WebDriver, WebdriverIO, TestNG, BDD (Cucumber), REST Assured, Postman, Appium, Android Studio, Perfecto
Programming Languages: Java, Python
CI/CD & DevOps: Git, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD
Project Management & Methodologies: Agile, Waterfall, JIRA, TFS
Databases: SQL
Experience & Accomplishments
Architected and developed automated testing frameworks from the ground up for both Front-end and API applications, leading to improved test coverage and efficiency.
Integrated end-to-end automation pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions, standardizing the CI/CD process and enabling faster, more reliable releases.
Successfully automated key business flows using a variety of tools, including Selenium WebDriver, WebDriverIO, Appium, and Postman.
Mentored and trained new QA team members in automation best practices, framework design, and Agile methodologies, boosting overall team productivity.
Contributed to recruitment and hiring initiatives by leading hiring workshops and conducting technical interviews to identify and onboard top-tier talent.
GitHub: https://github.com/RahulPrasad08
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
LM
• Engineered and maintained a comprehensive test automation framework from scratch using Java, Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, and Maven, which accelerated the regression testing cycle by 60%.
• Implemented a robust Hybrid framework that combined Page Object Model with BDD (Cucumber), improving test readability by 40% and fostering stronger collaboration between QA, Product, and Development teams.
CO
Associate Engineer
Cognizant
Jun 2014 - Oct 2015 (1 year 4 months)
Designed and implemented a scalable Python-Selenium automation framework for a complex web application, leading to a 35% increase in automated test coverage. Developed BDD feature files and step definitions (Cucumber-Python), enhancing clarity and communication of test scenarios for non-technical stakeholders.
BT
Software Tester
Bob Technology
Jun 2013 - Jun 2014 (1 year)
Authored and executed test cases for Screen Configuration, Report, and Alerts, and designed test cases according to requirements of newly added functionality. Involved in Automation Infrastructure Development using Selenium, creating and enhancing Test Cases using Element Locators, Selenium Web Driver, and Java Programming features.
SS
Test Engineer
SunGard Global Services
Jun 2011 - May 2012 (11 months)
Understood functional requirements and identified Business Rules, and prepared Test Estimates, Test Summary Reports, and Defect Cause Analysis. Executed test cases, logged and tracked defects using Test Manager and TFS, and performed peer reviews on test cases authored by team members.
ID
Support Engineer
Idenizen
May 2009 - Jun 2011 (2 years 1 month)
Configured and managed applications, providing troubleshooting on remote computers using Team Viewer. Supported customers with basic technical support for current and past software releases, and arranged training programs for customers.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MT
Manipal Institute Of Technology
Master of Computer Applications, Computer Technology
Completed a Master's degree focusing on advanced computer technologies and applications. Gained in-depth knowledge in various aspects of computer science and software development.
BTBirla Institute Of Technology
Bachelor of Computer Applications, Computer Technology
Obtained a Bachelor's degree in Computer Technology, building foundational knowledge in computer science principles. Developed skills essential for a career in software and IT.
Availability
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Salary expectations
25k-30k USD
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