Automation Engineer Lead
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Phone: +1-774-***-****) Email: ********.******@*****.*** Location: Texas
Results-driven Lead Automation Engineer with over 8 years of experience in automation, API, and database testing within Agile and Waterfall environments. Proficient in developing and executing test strategies using BDD frameworks like Cucumber, with strong hands-on expertise in Selenium WebDriver, Postman, RestAssured and Java. Skilled in designing scalable test automation frameworks, performing SQL-based data validations, and driving continuous quality improvement. Adept at using tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Git, and IntelliJ, with a proven track record of ensuring traceability, issue tracking, and documentation. Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally, align testing efforts with business goals, and deliver reliable solutions in CI/CD pipelines. ISTQB Certified, with strong attention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality software products. Languages/Frameworks: Java, R, BDD, Groovy
Frameworks and Tools: Jira, Git, Confluence, IntelliJ, TFS SDLC: Agile (Scrum), Waterfall, CI/CD
Database Technologies: SQL Server, MS Access
Testing Tools: Selenium WebDriver, Cucumber, Postman, RESTful API Tools: Maven
Software Applications: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Notes) Operating Systems: Windows
ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level
Diploma in .Net
Shipra Saumya
Lead Automation Engineer
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
TECHNICAL SKILLS
CERTIFICATIONS
• Led QA activities for multiple concurrent projects, overseeing automation strategy, execution, and defect resolution.
• Developed and maintained automation frameworks using Selenium, Java, and Cucumber (BDD) for frontend and backend testing.
• Created and executed test plans including functional, regression, integration, and UAT testing for high- priority applications.
• Involved in designing and implementing of Cucumber/BDD framework to be used with Selenium WebDriver.
• Used JIRA dashboard for Test Case management, Test Case executions, Defect Tracking, and Reporting Test progress to the Project management teams.
• Defined and communicated test strategies, scope, and risk assessments to stakeholders; ensured alignment with business goals.
• Provided mentorship and coaching to junior QA analysts; supported their growth through hands-on training and feedback.
• Authored comprehensive test documentation including test cases, bug reports, closure reports, and daily status updates.
• Used SQL to validate and compare large datasets for backend processing and reporting logic.
• Collaborated with development and production support teams to investigate and resolve critical issues during all phases of SDLC.
• Participated in post-deployment validations and production issue triage to ensure successful delivery.
• Interfaced with business users and cross-functional teams to serve as a subject matter expert on test process, automation coverage, and system functionality.
• Championed QA process improvements and helped implement a scalable defect triage and escalation model using JIRA and Confluence.
• Performed risk-based testing and contributed to change impact assessments.
• Managed QA deliverables in Agile/Scrum environments and supported nightly deployments when required.
• Designed and implemented automated test cases using Selenium WebDriver and Postman for RESTful APIs.
• Created structured test plans outlining scope, test types, resources, and environments needed per project.
• Executed end-to-end testing cycles and ensured traceability across test cases, defects, and business requirements.
• Performed SQL-based backend validations, including data integrity checks across multiple systems.
• Participated in cross-functional team meetings to assess QA timelines and risk exposure, ensuring complete coverage of requirements.
• Logged and tracked bugs, conducted root cause analysis, and ensured closure of all critical issues.
• Collaborated with developers and analysts to ensure testability and compliance with acceptance criteria.
• Actively contributed to retrospectives and identified process improvements to reduce release cycle time
• Involved in designing and implementing of Cucumber/BDD framework to be used with Selenium WebDriver.
• Used JIRA dashboard for Test Case management, Test Case executions, Defect Tracking, and Reporting Test progress to the Project management teams.
EXPERIENCE
Aug 2020
April 2021
AMG Technology, NJ
QA Automation Engineer
May 2021-
Present
JP Morgan Chase
Lead Automation engineer
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• Help students with CSS and HTML problem and homework.
• Grade student papers and evaluate their performance and score based on teamwork and check their management
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• Peer evaluation for the students and conduct team building activities.
• Assist faculty with their research, classroom exams, record keeping, and other miscellaneous projects.
• Tutor or mentor students.
• Oversaw configuration accuracy and data integrity for global employee benefit systems affecting thousands of users.
• Built and executed test cases for insurance and HR applications, including benefit plan setup and configuration validations.
• Performed data accuracy, data validation, and data integrity testing by querying the database using SQL queries and Microsoft Access to check the data table on the server.
• Wrote automation scripts in Java using intellij for web-based testing and data validation.
• Led periodic audits and produced testing documentation aligned with compliance standards.
• Coordinated testing and defect reporting across QA and development using Jira and Confluence
• Responsible for executing Test cases in various types of testing like Functional, Regression, System, Integration, and User Acceptance testing. (UAT).
• Identified, analyzed, and documented defects utilizing Team Foundation Server (TFS) as well as Quality Complete as defect tracking system.
• Performed database testing using SQL queries to verify data integrity across backend systems.
• Performed data accuracy, data validation, and data integrity testing by querying the database using SQL queries and Microsoft Access to check the data table on the server. Jan 2016
July 2018
Aon consulting Pvt. Ltd., India
Setup Configuration Specialist
Oct 2019
May 2020
University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
Graduate/ Student Assistant
EDUCATION
Aug 2018
May 2020
Master of Science in Technology Management
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, MA
Aug 2013
May 2016
Masters in Computer Application
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi, India Aug 2010
May 2013
Bachelors in Computer Application
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi, India May 2023
Present
Master of Science in Project Management
University of the Cumberlands, Kentucky
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