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Shivakumar Chandramouli Desai

@shivakumarchandramou

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Senior Automation Engineer with extensive experience in software testing.

Mexico

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a challenging role in a dynamic environment that fosters growth and innovation.

I am a Senior Automation Engineer with over 22 years of experience in the software industry, specializing in automation testing. My expertise spans various tools and frameworks, including Selenium, TestNG, and Cucumber, which I have utilized to enhance testing efficiency and accuracy. I have a proven track record of mentoring teams and ensuring high-quality deliverables in fast-paced environments.

Throughout my career, I have worked in diverse domains such as banking, insurance, and logistics, contributing to projects for notable clients like Kroger and Schneider. My role often involves collaborating closely with development teams to clarify defects and create comprehensive test scripts, ensuring that all functionalities meet the highest standards. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to drive innovation and improve testing processes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Automation Engineer

Tech Mahindra

Feb 2023 - Jul 2024 (1 year 5 months)

As a Senior Automation Engineer, I collaborated with the development team on defect clarifications and created test scripts using Selenium and TestNG. I also developed API scripts with Rest Assured and Karate, and managed Jira stories and Postman API testing.

Cucumber TestNG Postman Rest Assured Karate Jira Git

Senior Automation Engineer

Nagarro

Nov 2022 - Present (2 years 7 months)

As a Senior Automation Engineer, I contributed to automation testing efforts, focusing on enhancing test script efficiency and API testing. My responsibilities included working with various automation frameworks and tools.

Selenium TestNG Cucumber Postman Rest Assured API Testing Automation Framework

QA Lead/Senior Automation Engineer

Aptude

Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)

As a QA Lead/Senior Automation Engineer, I mentored the team in Agile methodologies and resolved technical issues. I created test scripts using Selenium and TestNG, developed API scripts with Rest Assured and Karate, and managed test cases in Gherkin format.

Cucumber TestNG Postman Rest Assured Karate Rally Git Agile Methodologies

Senior Engineer/Lead

UST Global

Jul 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)

As a Senior Engineer/Lead, I developed and executed test scripts using Selenium and Soap UI, and managed test cases in Jira using Gherkin format. I also mentored the team on technology-related issues and performed API testing with Postman.

Cucumber Jenkins Git Jira Java TestComplete API Testing

Senior Engineer/Lead

Softtek

Feb 2017 - Present (8 years 4 months)

As a Senior Engineer/Lead, I provided L2 and L3 support for various applications developed in Java and Microsoft Technologies. I also automated user management activities for the Quickbase application using Selenium Java WebDriver, significantly improving efficiency.

Java Oracle MS SQL Server Selenium Webdriver Jira SAP Portal

Project Lead

Softtek

Jul 2013 - Present (11 years 11 months)

As a Project Lead, I managed testing requirements, reviewed test plans, and set up test environments. I also developed a tool using Selenium and JUnit to monitor network bandwidth, and identified automation opportunities for various projects.

SAP Portal Selenium Junit HTML JavaScript Data Manager Test Planning

Freelance Trainer for Software Testing

Freelance

Feb 2012 - Present (13 years 4 months)

As a Freelance Trainer, I educated students on Software Testing Life Cycle, including Waterfall and Agile models, and various testing methodologies. I provided comprehensive training on automation frameworks like Keyword Driven and Data Driven, specifically using Selenium IDE, RC, and WebDriver with Java.

Software Testing SDLC Agile Waterfall Test Strategy Automation Framework Selenium Webdriver Java

Test Lead

Mphasis (an HP Company)

Jan 2007 - Present (18 years 5 months)

As a Test Lead, I prepared system test plans and managed development teams to ensure quality deliverables within deadlines. I guided the team in test case design, execution, and defect management using Jira, and automated client-server applications using Windows Script Language and VB Script.

Jira Windows Script Host

Senior Software Engineer (Testing)

ProactiveNet Software Pvt. Ltd.

Jan 2001 - Present (24 years 5 months)

As a Senior Software Engineer (Testing), I led a team of five, guiding them through testing processes including installation, upgrade, integration, functional, UI, regression, and performance testing. I also automated the validation of statistical attributes and regression of online help, and contributed to server installation and performance test automation.

Perl Action Request System Java HTML Oracle SQL Selenium Test Automation Performance Testing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Sri Krishnadevarya University Campus

Master of Computer Applications, Computer Applications

Grade: 64%

Completed a Master of Computer Applications degree with a 64% score. The program provided advanced knowledge in computer science and its applications.