QA Automation Engineer - Selenium/TestNG & API

Varalakshmi Korra

Software Test Engineer (QA) Automation Testing Engineer

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• Quality Assurance Engineer with 4+ years of experience in Manual and Automation Testing across web-based applications.

• Strong expertise in Automation Testing using Selenium WebDriver with Java and TestNG Framework.

• Experienced in building scalable automation frameworks from scratch using Page Object Model (POM), Page Factory, Generic Utilities, reusable libraries, and TestNG.

• Hands-on experience in Functional, Regression, Smoke, UI, API, Integration, and End-to-End Testing.

• Experienced in building scalable automation frameworks from scratch using Page Object Model (POM), Page Factory, Generic Utilities, reusable libraries, and TestNG.

• Hands-on experience in Functional, Regression, Smoke, UI, API, Integration, and End-to-End Testing.

• Experienced in TestNG XML execution, parallel execution, batch execution, reusable utilities, and cross-browser testing.

• Strong knowledge of BDD Cucumber Framework, Gherkin syntax, feature files, and step definitions.

• Hands-on experience in API Testing using Postman, Rest Assured, and Insomnia.

• Good understanding of SDLC, STLC, Agile Scrum methodology, and defect lifecycle management.

• Experience with Git, GitHub, Bitbucket, Maven, Jenkins, and Jira.

• Experienced in handling end-to-end QA ownership as an individual contributor.

• Leveraging AI tools like AmazonQ, ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot for test case generation, automation scripting, debugging, and productivity improvement.

• Actively involved in Scrum.

Technical Skills

• Automation Tools: Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, Cucumber, Rest Assured, Postman, Cypress and Playwright

• Programming Languages: Java, JavaScript and SQL

• Testing Frameworks: Page Object Model (POM), Cucumber, TestNG.

• Project Management: JIRA, Rally

• API Testing: Postman, Rest Assured, Insomnia

• CI/CD Tools: Jenkins

• Version Control: Git, GitHub, Bitbucket.

• Bug Tracking: Jira

• Testing Types: Functional Testing, Regression Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), API Testing, Manual Testing, Automation, Smoke and Sanity Testing.

• Database: SQL, MySQL

• Methodologies: Agile, Scrum

• AI Tools Used : ChatGPT, Copilot, Amazon Q.

AI Tools & Productivity Enhancement

• Using ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot in real-time QA activities.

• Generating and optimizing test cases and automation scripts using AI tools.

• Using AI assistance for debugging failed automation scripts and improving framework stability.

• Improving XPath and locator strategies with AI-assisted suggestions.

• Generating reusable code snippets and utility methods for automation frameworks.

• Supporting API validation and edge-case testing using AI tools.

• Maintaining automation best practices, clean code standards, and scalable framework design. Work Experience

• Availity India Private Limited — Software Test Engineer (QA) December 2024 – Present

• Hexaware Technologies — Software Test Engineer March 2021 – November 2024 Projects

Project 1: Healthcare Hospital Management System (HMS) Client : Healthcare Domain

• HMS Healthcare deals with the healthcare reviews and provide positive, negative and neutral insights for the business to improve their facilities in hospital management system.

• Analysed and understood functional and non-functional requirements to ensure comprehensive testing coverage

• Designed and maintained automation scripts using Selenium WebDriver for the healthcare system’s functionalities.

• Created test cases and scripts for functional, regression, and UAT testing, aligning with healthcare regulations.

• Logged and tracked defects in JIRA, ensuring all issues were resolved before project milestones.

• Generated detailed test reports to communicate progress and identified areas for improvement to stakeholders.

• Participated in Agile Scrum activities and sprint planning and testing.

• Technologies Used: Selenium WebDriver, Java, SQL. Project 2: Self Storage Manager (Ecommerce & Enterprise)

• Healthcare applications are used to convert digital data into paper- based output formats and validate business documents.

• Reviewed and analysed functional specifications to design and execute test plans for all major features.

• Automated test cases for eCommerce functionalities using Selenium WebDriver to enhance test coverage.

• Conducted API testing using Postman to validate the integration of various modules, including payment gateways and user management.

• Wrote SQL queries for data verification, ensuring backend data integrity for order and inventory management.

• Documented defects in JIRA with comprehensive details, including reproduction steps, severity, and screenshots.

• Supported UAT by guiding business users and providing assistance during testing, capturing feedback for further improvements.

• Technologies Used: Selenium WebDriver, SQL, Postman, Java. Project 3: Map Drop To Paper (Healthcare project)- (Availity India private limited)

• Healthcare applications are used to convert digital data into paper- based output formats and validate business documents.

• Performed end-to-end testing of Javelina healthcare claims processing system RCM healthcare operations, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and CMS regulations.

• Validated member enrolment, eligibility verification, premium billing, and claims adjudication processes for accuracy and adherence to business rules.

• Conducted EDI 837 (P/I) and 835 remittance file testing, verifying correct mapping, formatting, and integration with external systems.

• Built reusable automation framework components using POM and TestNG.

• Executed functional, integration, and regression test cases to ensure seamless claim lifecycle from submission to payment posting.

• Utilized SQL queries to perform backend data validation for claims, provider, and member records.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot defects, clarify requirements, and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

• Documented test results, defects, and retest outcomes in JIRA, ensuring traceability and quality control.

• Ensured data privacy and compliance by following healthcare data security protocols and using de- identified test data.

• Validated backend data using SQL queries.

Academic Details

Master of Science

M.Sc (Master of Science) in Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam, Tirupati. Key Achievements

• Reduced manual testing effort by 40–50% through Selenium automation using TestNG framework.

• Built reusable TestNG automation framework components improving execution efficiency.

• Improved regression coverage through reusable automation architecture and parallel execution.

• Identified critical defects before production release improving software quality.

• Handled complete QA ownership as an individual contributor.

• Automation scripts using Selenium, Cypress, Playwright.

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