Test Automation Information Technology

NAYANA SHIVSHANKAR PANCHOLI

******.**********@*****.*** • 918******** • Lumberton, New Jersey

SUMMARY

** ***** ** ***** ********** in Information Technology and Testing. Expertise in Manual and Automation Testing. Proficient in various programming languages including, Java, C, Python. Experienced in API testing using Postman, Rest Assured, and SoapUI for SOAP web services. Highly skilled in advanced test automation tools, including Selenium WebDriver, Appium for mobile application testing, JUnit and TestNG. ISTQB Certified with deep knowledge of testing frameworks. Strong communication and collaboration skills for effective team interaction. EXPERIENCE

Genzeon Technology, Senior Automation Tester

Dec 2024 - Present

· Translating business and functional requirements, implementing cases and test plans into appropriate test scripts.

· Executing functional, integration and regression tests. Coordinating User Acceptance Tests.

· Established a close collaboration with Business Analysts and onshore function teams to gain in-depth insights into high-level project requirements.

· Handling research/re-test issues, as assigned. Performing other duties as assigned.

· Automated REST API calls using Rest Assured, facilitating end-to-end testing of API endpoints and ensuring seamless integration with the application.

· Created a Test Automation Framework using Selenium WebDriver, Page Factory, Cucumber, and Java.

· Conducted Web Service testing (RESTful) and Automation using Python.

· Identifying and logging software defects into defect tracking tool and proactively driving them to resolution.

· Experience with Cloud services (AWS).

· Distinguished by the maintenance and enhancement of the existing automation framework, which played a pivotal role in optimizing test scripts for efficiency and reusability.

· Identifying risks and mitigations.

· Cooperating with other team members to identify and communicate test data and configurations required to perform project specific testing. Executed Test cases and Test procedures based on business requirements in HP Application Lifecycle

· Management (ALM). Efficiently managed and executed Jenkins jobs for routine regression and smoke testing, thereby ensuring ongoing application stability.

· Learning new applications or upgrading to existing applications, products and services, as required.

· Owning test data and configuration to assure tests completeness.

· Documented CI/CD processes, test procedures, and quality assurance standards to ensure consistency and repeatability of software deployments.

Worldline Global, Lead Automation Tester

Jan 2023 - Nov 2023

· Assessed and analyzed user stories, Product Backlog, and Sprint Backlog.

· Actively participated in Sprint planning, Review Sessions, and Scrum Meetings.

· Conducted manual, functional, exploratory, and negative testing for multiple complex applications.

· Provided subject matter expertise to set direction, create test strategies, and test plans for both internal and

· external applications.

· Automated Regression and Functional test suites, developing over test cases using Selenium WebDriver, Python, Cucumber, and Maven

· Established a close collaboration with Business Analysts and onshore function teams to gain in-depth insights into high-level project requirements.

· Developed Cucumber (BDD) feature files using Gherkins and automated them using Selenium WebDriver.

· Created a Test Automation Framework using Selenium WebDriver, Page Factory, Cucumber, and Java,

· implementing Page Object Model (POM).

· Worked with AWS Cloud teams to drive the adoption of AWS services and help establish a fully automated environment for the provisioning, upgrading and auditing of AWS services.

· Distinguished by the maintenance and enhancement of the existing automation framework, which played a pivotal role in optimizing test scripts for efficiency and reusability.

· Demonstrated a high level of proficiency in creating automation test scripts using Java in conjunction with Selenium WebDriver.

· Executed Test cases and Test procedures based on business requirements in HP Application Lifecycle.

· Logged and managed defects using HP ALM Quality Center Defect Management tool.

· Orchestrated automated testing within Jenkins pipelines, streamlining the testing process for efficiency. NAYANA SHIVSHANKAR PANCHOLI - page 1 of 3

· Documented CI/CD processes, test procedures, and quality assurance standards to ensure consistency and repeatability of software deployments.

Nihilent Technology, Lead Automation Tester

Jan 2022 - Dec 2022

· Developed and maintained a comprehensive test automation suite using Selenium, reducing manual testing time by 40% and increasing regression testing efficiency by 30%

· Implemented continuous integration (CI) and continuous deployment (CD) pipelines with Jenkins, improving software deployment frequency by 25% and reducing error rates by 15%.

· Designed custom Python scripts for test automation, including test data generation, log analysis, and report extraction.

· Designed and executed automated test cases for API testing using Postman and Newman, identifying and resolving 25% more critical bugs prior to production releases.

· Maintenance of test scripts for requirements change.

· Used Git Hub to merge Cucumber Selenium test scripts.

· Automated REST API calls using Rest Assured, facilitating end-to-end testing of API endpoints and ensuring seamless integration with the application.

· Developed Cucumber (BDD) feature files using Gherkins and automated them using Selenium WebDriver.

· Created a Test Automation Framework using Selenium WebDriver, Page Factory, Cucumber, and Java,

· Identifying and logging software defects into defect tracking tool and proactively driving them to resolution.

· Distinguished by the maintenance and enhancement of the existing automation framework, which played a pivotal role in optimizing test scripts for efficiency and reusability.

· Identifying risks and mitigations.

· Reported daily project activities of the team to the stakeholders.

· Logged and managed defects using HP ALM Quality Center Defect Management tool.

· Automated functional testing for web applications using Selenium WebDriver, contributing to a 30% reduction in testing cycles.

· Documented CI/CD processes, test procedures, and quality assurance standards to ensure consistency and repeatability of software deployments.

· Provided support to Functional team in their testing activities. Xoriant, Senior Automation Tester

Jul 2020 - Dec 2021

· Extensive knowledge in all the stages of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in agile environment such as requirement gathering, design, analysis, testing, deployment and implementation.

· Spearheaded the automation testing efforts for a critical banking application, focusing on enhancing efficiency and accuracy in the testing process.

· Led a team of testers and actively contributed to the automation strategy, ensuring comprehensive test coverage.

· Automated cross-browser testing using Selenium Grid and Python.

· Collaborated seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business analysts, to align testing efforts with project goals.

· Led daily stand-up meetings and sprint planning, ensuring clear communication and alignment of testing activities.

· Conducted extensive testing of banking functionalities, including transaction processing, account management, and security protocols.

· Developed robust automation test scripts using Selenium WebDriver, leveraging Java as the primary programming language.

· Automated repetitive test cases, resulting in a significant reduction in testing time and a more reliable testing process.

· Automated REST API calls using Rest Assured, facilitating end-to-end testing of API endpoints and ensuring seamless integration with the application.

· Implemented data-driven testing for API endpoints, enhancing test coverage and data validation.

· Implemented Agile methodologies, including Scrum, to streamline the testing process and enhance responsiveness to changing project requirements for efficient testing.

· Mobile testing using Appium tool.

Mphasis, Test Engineer

Apr 2019 - Apr 2020

· Conducted front-end testing on Java Server Pages (JSP) to ensure seamless user interactions and experiences.

· Focused on tracking and analyzing brokers' daily transaction activities, fees, and promptly raising alerts in the event of disputes or conflicts.

· Created complex test scenarios using Gherkin language, enabling detailed and effective testing.

· Developed and maintained step definitions within Java classes for streamlined test execution and result analysis.

· Implemented data-driven testing techniques using Properties files and Scenario Outlines to enhance test coverage and versatility.

· Integrated Cucumber into the Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline, orchestrating automated & test execution.

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NTT data, Senior Automation Tester

Jul 2017 - Apr 2019

· Carried out exhaustive User Acceptance Testing (UAT) end-to-end for the Mastercard Pre-paid Cards application and airline portals.

· Methodically verified the functionality of currency transfers, commission calculations, and the overall usability of the platforms.

· Took a methodical approach to prepare and document comprehensive end-to-end test cases, ensuring thorough test coverage.

· Established a close collaboration with Business Analysts and onshore function teams to gain in-depth insights into high-level project requirements.

· Conducted rigorous automated tests to ensure that currency transfers, commission calculations, and card functionalities met the desired standards.

· Distinguished by the maintenance and enhancement of the existing automation framework, which played a pivotal role in optimizing test scripts for efficiency and reusability.

· Demonstrated a high level of proficiency in creating automation test scripts using Java in conjunction with Selenium WebDriver.

· Utilized Quality Center (QC) to meticulously log and manage defects, maintaining a comprehensive record of issues.

· Efficiently managed and executed Jenkins jobs for routine regression and smoke testing, thereby ensuring ongoing application stability.

· Orchestrated automated testing within Jenkins pipelines, streamlining the testing process for efficiency.

· Ensured that test scripts ran seamlessly as part of the CI/CD process, promoting a highly efficient and automated testing ecosystem.

Accenture Pvt Ltd, Test Engineer

Nov 2014 - Jul 2017

· Utilized Gherkin language within the Cucumber framework to draft detailed test scenarios for regression testing, enhancing collaboration across the team.

· Implemented CI/CD pipelines, automating the testing process and ensuring rapid feedback loops in an Agile environment.

· Leveraged cloud-based testing solutions to scale test infrastructure dynamically, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.

· Conducted performance testing using tools like JMeter to evaluate application scalability and identify performance bottlenecks.

· Explored and implemented AI/ML-based testing approaches for intelligent test case generation and predictive defect analysis.

· Diligently executed feature files, conducting both manual and automated testing, guaranteeing the fulfillment of functional and non-functional requirements.

· Diligently executed feature files, conducting both manual and automated testing, guaranteeing the fulfillment of functional and non-functional requirements.

· Displayed precision in defect reporting, logging issues with accuracy, and providing comprehensive defect details.

· Developed customized test reporting dashboards, providing stakeholders with real-time insights into test results and quality metrics.

EDUCATION

Savitribai Phule Pune University

Bachelor of Engineering • Electronics and Telecom • 2008 - 2011 MSBTE

Diploma • Industrial Electronics • 2005 - 2007

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