Ishan Dev Shukl

Co-Founder

Gurgaon, Haryana, India14 yrs experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Led multi-layered Testing Centers of Excellence.
  • Achieved 95%+ defect-free production releases.
  • Championed AI-assisted testing adoption.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Quality Engineering leader in E-commerce and Fintech sectors with a focus on automation and performance.

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Skills

Core Skills

Quality Engineering Strategy & LeadershipTest Automation ArchitectureCommunity DevelopmentQa AutomationTestingEvent Management

Other Skills

Platform-Scale Quality EngineeringTest Automation Strategy & ArchitectureDistributed Systems & Integration TestingLeadership & Stakeholder ManagementPerformance, Reliability & Risk ManagementQA Strategy & Engineering LeadershipAPI, Microservices & Distributed Systems TestingPerformance, Reliability & Risk-Based TestingCommunity ManagementWeb DevelopmentSoftware TestingAI-Powered Test AutomationQAOpsCross-functional Team LeadershipJava

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Quality Engineering leader with 14+ years of experience driving transformation across test automation, AI-driven testing, performance engineering, and DevOps ecosystems. My focus has been on elevating quality from a reactive function to a strategic enabler of business velocity, platform reliability, and customer trust. I have built and scaled high-performing SDET teams, led enterprise Testing Centers of Excellence, and architected automation platforms supporting high-frequency, large-scale releases. These initiatives have delivered 95%+ defect-free production releases, faster delivery cycles, and measurable improvements in system stability and customer experience. I have actively driven the adoption of AI in testing, integrating intelligent automation, visual validation, and predictive quality signals into CI/CD pipelines. Beyond organizational impact, my public QA tools and technical contributions are used by testers globally, reflecting a strong commitment to knowledge sharing and community-led engineering excellence. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 & π‹πžπšππžπ«π¬π‘π’π© 𝐇𝐒𝐠𝐑π₯𝐒𝐠𝐑𝐭𝐬 β€’ Led multi-layered Testing Centers of Excellence across frontend, backend, APIs, and mobile platforms β€’ Scaled SDET teams and automation frameworks delivering enterprise-grade quality at speed β€’ Championed AI-assisted testing adoption, including intelligent automation, visual validation, and quality insights β€’ Reduced manual regression by 60% while improving defect detection accuracy and release confidence β€’ Directed performance engineering programs validating systems under millions of concurrent users β€’ Accelerated delivery cycles by 40% through shift-left strategies and CI/CD quality gates π‚π¨π«πž π„π±π©πžπ«π­π’π¬πž β€’ Quality Engineering Strategy & Leadership β€’ AI-Driven Testing & Intelligent Automation β€’ Test Automation Architecture (Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, TestNG, PyTest) β€’ API, Cloud & Platform Testing (REST, GraphQL, AWS, Kubernetes) β€’ Performance & Reliability Engineering (JMeter, k6, LoadRunner) β€’ TestOps, CI/CD & DevOps Quality Enablement 𝐌𝐒𝐬𝐬𝐒𝐨𝐧 To elevate Quality Engineering as a strategic capability, enabling organizations to ship faster, safer, and at scale through intelligent automation, performance engineering, and AI-powered quality insights. Outside of delivery, I actively contribute to the global testing ecosystemβ€”experimenting with emerging tools, sharing practical learnings, and mentoring the next generation of Quality Engineering leaders.

Experience

Nykaa

2 roles

SDET Manager III – Platform Engineering (Post Order Journey)

Promoted

Apr 2025 – Present Β· 11 mos Β· Gurugram, Haryana, India

  • Leading quality engineering for Nykaa’s post-order platform across businesses, ensuring reliability, scalability, and customer trust at high traffic and peak-sale scale.
  • Own end-to-end quality for the post-order customer journey across OMS, Returns & Replacements, WMS (inward, outward, picking, packing, shipping, sorting), Logistics & Transporters, EDD, Inventory, ClickPost, and customer experience platforms.
  • Drive test automation at scale across APIs, microservices, event-driven systems, and integrations in a high-throughput distributed environment.
  • Define and execute quality strategy for peak-sale traffic, ensuring system resilience, performance, and SLA adherence during mega events.
  • Embed shift-left quality practices within CI/CD pipelines, enabling faster and safer releases.
  • Partner with Product, Engineering, Logistics, Operations, and CX teams to influence architecture and delivery decisions.
  • Lead and mentor SDET teams, establishing standards for automation, reliability, observability, and release confidence.
  • Enable business growth by protecting customer experience, delivery promises, and revenue through strong engineering quality.
Platform-Scale Quality EngineeringTest Automation Strategy & ArchitectureDistributed Systems & Integration TestingLeadership & Stakeholder ManagementPerformance, Reliability & Risk ManagementQuality Engineering Strategy & Leadership+1

SDET Manager - Display Network | Content & MarTech | Payments | Superstore by Nykaa

Jan 2023 – Mar 2025 Β· 2 yrs 2 mos Β· Gurugram, Haryana, India

  • Leading a dynamic team of 15+ SDETs in shaping and executing comprehensive Testing & Test Automation strategies.
  • Achieved 30% reduction in release cycle times through the implementation of agile testing methodologies.
  • Developed and maintained robust automation frameworks resulting in a 40% increase in test coverage across Android, iOS, and Web.
  • Collaborated closely with 5+ development teams to integrate testing processes, reducing critical bug count by 25%.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, resulting in a 50% decrease in post-release defects reported by customers.
Test Automation Strategy & ArchitecturePerformance, Reliability & Risk ManagementPlatform-Scale Quality EngineeringLeadership & Stakeholder ManagementDistributed Systems & Integration TestingTest Automation Architecture+1

Qa bash - global qa engineering network

Founder

Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 Β· 0 mo Β· India Β· Hybrid

  • Founded QABash, a continuous learning platform for engineers who don’t settle.
  • Developed a platform for testers to enhance skills in automation and problem-solving.
  • Fostered a collaborative environment where testers can learn and grow together.
Community DevelopmentCommunity ManagementWeb DevelopmentSoftware TestingAI-Powered Test AutomationQAOps+1

Paisabazaar

2 roles

QA Engineering Manager

Promoted

Apr 2019 – Jan 2023 Β· 3 yrs 9 mos Β· Gurugram, Haryana, India Β· On-site

  • Directed QA Engineering for Paisabazaar, a leading fintech platform, owning quality strategy and execution across products at an organization-wide scale.
  • Architected end-to-end test automation frameworks (Backend, Frontend, Functional, API), driving a 40% improvement in test efficiency and faster release cycles.
  • Partnered closely with Product, Design, and Engineering leaders to build robust, scalable QA pipelines, resulting in a 50% uplift in release quality and reduced production risk.
  • Built and mentored high-performing QA teams, enabling continuous skill growth, leadership readiness, and achieving a 30% increase in retention and overall team performance.
QA Strategy & Engineering LeadershipAPI, Microservices & Distributed Systems TestingPerformance, Reliability & Risk-Based TestingQuality Engineering Strategy & Leadership

Module Lead

Sep 2017 – Mar 2019 Β· 1 yr 6 mos Β· Gurugram, Haryana, India Β· On-site

  • Led quality engineering for critical fintech modules, ensuring high reliability and regulatory compliance.
  • Designed and implemented automation frameworks for API, backend, and UI layers, enhancing regression coverage.
  • Mentored QA engineers and established measurable quality metrics to improve delivery outcomes.

Indiamart intermesh limited

2 roles

SDET III

Promoted

Apr 2017 – Sep 2017 Β· 5 mos Β· Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India Β· On-site

  • Led the testing initiatives at Tolexo.com, an IndiaMART B2B marketplace, managing the automation of over 5000 test cases.
  • Specialized in e-commerce innovations, including payment gateways, mobile wallets, and order management systems.
  • Achieved a 40% reduction in testing time and a 30% increase in test coverage through strategic automation.
  • Spearheaded QA strategies that ensured a remarkable 99% defect-free release rate.
JavaQA AutomationAgile MethodologiesAPI TestingSeleniumSelenium WebDriver+6

SDET II

Aug 2015 – Mar 2017 Β· 1 yr 7 mos Β· Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India Β· On-site

  • Owned end-to-end testing and automation for critical business workflows in a high-traffic B2B marketplace.
  • Designed and enhanced robust test automation frameworks for UI and APIs, improving regression coverage.
  • Collaborated with product, engineering, and DevOps teams to embed quality early in the SDLC, enabling faster releases.

Paytm

Software Engineer

Mar 2014 – Aug 2015 Β· 1 yr 5 mos Β· Noida

  • I played a pivotal role in enhancing the AI-driven Recommendation Engine at Paytm through rigorous testing and automation.
  • Developed and validated 100+ test scenarios to ensure accuracy in recommendations.
  • Created an automation framework that reduced testing time by 50% and increased coverage.
  • Mentored team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement in automation practices.

Snap-on business solutions

Associate Consultant

Jul 2012 – Mar 2014 Β· 1 yr 8 mos Β· Noida Area, India

  • I played a crucial role in enhancing data quality and accuracy through rigorous ETL testing processes.
  • Implemented ETL testing procedures that achieved 98% accuracy in data transformation.
  • Identified and resolved 30% more data anomalies, significantly improving data quality.
  • Conducted comprehensive data feed analysis, mapping, and verification to support project objectives.
QA AutomationAPI TestingSeleniumTestingTest AutomationFramework Design+2

Hcl technologies

Technical Support Engineer

Jul 2011 – Feb 2012 Β· 7 mos

  • Provided technical support to US clients, focusing on Internet networking issues related to routers and modems.
  • Developed a call monitoring application to enhance agent productivity and streamline support processes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure effective resolution of technical challenges and improve customer satisfaction.
TestingExtract, Transform, Load (ETL)Test AutomationDatabase Testing

Power finance corporation ltd.

Software Engineer Intern

Jul 2010 – Aug 2010 Β· 1 mo Β· Delhi, India

  • Contributed to the development of the "Taxi Request System" for internal employees at Power Finance Corporation Ltd.
  • Collaborated with a team to enhance user experience and streamline cab request processes.
  • Gained hands-on experience in software development and project management within a corporate environment.
  • Developed problem-solving skills and technical expertise in software engineering practices.
Event ManagementCorporate EventsPeople ManagementNonprofit Financial ManagementPublic SpeakingMarketing Strategy

Bsnl ltd

Software Engineer Intern

Jun 2009 – Aug 2009 Β· 2 mos Β· Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support the development and integration of telecom services at BSNL.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting and optimizing network performance, enhancing service delivery for voice, data, and video communications.
  • Engaged in hands-on learning of telecom technologies, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of global network operations.

Kurukshetra university

President

Jan 2007 – Jan 2011 Β· 4 yrs Β· Kurukshetra University, Thanesar, Haryana, India Β· On-site

  • I successfully drove the end-to-end management of departmental events, showcasing my leadership and organizational skills.
  • Collaborated with faculty and student teams to create engaging and impactful events.
  • Managed logistics and sponsorships, ensuring seamless execution of all activities.
  • Gained valuable experience in large-scale event management and conflict resolution.

Education

Kurukshetra University

Bachelor's degree β€” Computer Science and Engineering

Jan 2007 – Jan 2011

St. Joseph's Academy, Dehradun

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