Aakash Sharma

Software Engineer

Delhi, India8 yrs 9 mos experience

AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

Over 7 years of experience in QA and Automation.
Expertise in test automation across multiple domains.
Proven track record in leading QA teams and strategies.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech and Gaming QA Automation Specialist with extensive experience in test strategies and frameworks.

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Skills

Core Skills

Api TestingTest AutomationManual Testing

Other Skills

Agile MethodologiesArtificial IntelligenceAzure DevOps ALMBehavior-Driven Development (BDD)CC (Programming Language)CucumberElectronicsEmbedded SystemsGherkinGraphical User Interface (GUI)HexagonImage ProcessingJavaJenkins

About

I am Aakash Sharma, a Senior Software Engineer – QA & Automation Specialist with over 7 years of experience in delivering high-quality software solutions across Banking, Railways Signalling, and Gaming domains. My expertise lies in test automation, API/backend validation, functional testing, and defect management, using tools and frameworks such as Java, Selenium, Playwright, REST Assured, Postman, TestNG, Cucumber (BDD), Jenkins, and Azure DevOps. I have a proven track record of leading test strategies, building automation frameworks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure software reliability and performance. 💡 Key Highlights: • Hands-on experience in RBC Wealth Management projects at IRIS Software. • Led teams and defined end-to-end QA processes at Infomatrix Inc. • Strong exposure to Agile environments, defect tracking, and CI/CD pipelines. • Experienced in banking automation, gaming applications, and large-scale railway signalling systems. I am passionate about quality engineering, process improvement, and delivering scalable solutions that align with business goals. Currently, I am open to new opportunities in senior QA and test automation roles, where I can leverage my skills to add value and drive excellence.

Experience

8 yrs 9 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 6 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 3 mos

Current Experience

Iris software inc.

Senior Software Engineer

Jan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 3 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · Hybrid

Working on Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) Wealth Management projects focusing on automation and functional testing
Designing and executing automation test scripts using Java + REST Assured for API and backend validations
Performing end-to-end testing of wealth management applications ensuring stability and accuracy of business-critical processes
Collaborating with business analysts, developers, and QA teams to analyze requirements and achieve robust test coverage
Managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict timelines and high-quality delivery standards
Contributing to process improvement initiatives to optimize testing efficiency and reduce defect leakage

API TestingGraphical User Interface (GUI)Manual TestingSelenium TestingSoftware Testing Life Cycle (STLC)Test Automation+3

Infomatrix inc.

Principal Software QA Engineer

Oct 2023 – Jan 2025 · 1 yr 3 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Led a QA team of 3 engineers, supporting business growth and ensuring high-quality deliveries
Defined test plans, strategies, and automation frameworks for API and UI testing using REST Assured, Selenium, Playwright, and Java
Implemented BDD frameworks (Cucumber) for behavior-driven testing, improving collaboration across teams
Conducted peer reviews of test scripts and architecture, streamlining automation processes for scalability
Worked in Agile environment, using Jira and Azure DevOps for test management and sprint tracking
Improved test coverage and automation efficiency, reducing manual effort and accelerating releases

JavaTestNGManual TestingCucumberAPI TestingPostman API+10

Aristocrat

Senior Engineer

Dec 2021 – Oct 2023 · 1 yr 10 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

Designed detailed test strategies and estimations for manual and automation testing of gaming applications
Performed manual and automation testing of game functionalities, focusing on Historical Horse Racing (HHR) markets
Created and executed automation scripts for UI testing using Selenium and Playwright, ensuring strong regression coverage
Logged and tracked defects in Jira, providing weekly progress updates to stakeholders
Ensured compliance with exit criteria and release standards for successful submission of games
Worked closely with developers and product teams in Agile setup to improve sprint efficiency

Test PlanningJavaTestNGManual TestingAPI TestingBehavior-Driven Development (BDD)+8

Alstom

Software Integration Engineer

May 2021 – Dec 2021 · 7 mos · Gujarat, India

Developed and automated test cases for the Centralized Signaling System (CBTC) using Playwright to enhance testing efficiency
Analyzed defects and provided root cause analysis with timely resolutions, ensuring quality deliverables
Compiled and analyzed test results from Jenkins, identifying failures and working with developers for quick fixes
Built and maintained robust automation frameworks to support Agile workflows and increase overall test coverage
Contributed to improving system reliability in large-scale railway signaling projects

Java

Capgemini

Software Engineer

Jan 2018 – May 2021 · 3 yrs 4 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Automated test cases for the Mobile Device Manager (MDM) – Build Download Server using Selenium and Java
Conducted Trip Planner testing for Union Pacific – Metra Railways ensuring smooth functionality and user experience
Designed and developed automated test cases with Selenium, Java, WebDriver, TestNG, and Eclipse IDE
Performed manual testing on the Positive Train Control (PTC) system, including simulator testing for safety compliance
Executed regression, ad-hoc, and integration testing to verify system stability and performance
Collaborated in Agile teams, contributing to continuous integration and high-quality releases

Java