Sep 2022 – Feb 2025 · 2 yrs 5 mos

• : As a Test Automation Architect and Lead DevOps Engineer, I automated the build processes of MagicXPI using Docker, Kubernetes, and Jenkins, ensuring efficient software delivery. I provided expert guidance on the selection and implementation of various DevOps tools, enhancing operational efficiency. My responsibilities included assisting developers in debugging build issues, creating Docker files for microservice applications, and establishing a Nexus artifact repository. I also mentored developers and QA teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Achievements:
• Automated build processes using Docker and Jenkins, significantly improving software delivery efficiency.
• Established and maintained a Nexus artifact repository, ensuring the integrity of build artifacts for development teams.
• Mentored teams in setting up development and testing environments, enhancing collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Sep 2017 – Sep 2022 · 5 yrs

• Managed the end-to-end build activities of Java API projects, ensured the maintenance of a robust build environment that supported continuous integration and delivery.
• Implemented the Maven build tool to automate the release process of Java API projects, enhanced efficiency and reduced manual errors.
• Created a Docker-based environment on Windows containers for MagicXPA and SmartUX platforms, facilitated seamless application deployment and testing.
• Assisted developers in debugging and troubleshooting build issues, provided timely support to ensure project timelines were met.
• Developed Dockerfiles for deploying microservice applications in Windows containers, optimized resource utilization and application performance.
• Implemented PowerShell scripts to automate the creation of Docker images, streamlined the build process & reduced manual intervention.
• Managed the end-to-end build lifecycle of Node.js projects using Azure services, ensured the successful deployment of applications in cloud environments.
• Collaborated with QA teams to resolve issues encountered during testing and development, ensured high-quality deliverables

May 2014 – Aug 2017 · 3 yrs 3 mos

• Responsible for framework development using Java+Selenium to automate Angular JS based application.
• Introduced Gitlab in automation team to Version Control framework as well as Testcase code,tracking issues in framework.
• Responsible for Integration testing MgicXPA and Angular technologies.
• Conducted basic training on "Angular JS" for Magic Softwaress QA department
• Involved in Scrum meetings to discuss daily working status
• Responsible for Functional Specification reviews,Highlevel testcases reviews.

May 2012 – May 2014 · 2 yrs

• Led the development of a testing framework using Java and Selenium to automate AngularJS-based applications, ensured high-quality deliverables.
• Introduced GitLab to the automation team for version control of the framework and test case code, enhanced collaboration and issue tracking.
• Conducted integration testing for MagicXPA and Angular technologies, ensured seamless functionality and performance of applications.
• Facilitated training sessions on AngularJS for the QA department, enhanced team knowledge and skills in modern web technologies.
• Participated in Scrum meetings to discuss daily progress and address any challenges faced by the team, ensured alignment with project goals.
• Developed a testing framework using Protractor, TypeScript, and Cucumber, enhanced the efficiency and effectiveness of the testing process.
• Served as a technical consultant for multiple test automation projects for clients in Japan, Israel, and the UK, ensured high-quality deliverables.

Jan 2011 – Apr 2012 · 1 yr 3 mos

• Led the mobile applications automation efforts within the organization, ensured the successful implementation of testing strategies for mobile platforms.
• Conducted a proof of concept for Winium, an open-source mobile automation tool for Windows 10 applications, evaluated its effectiveness for the organization.
• Extended the Appium automation framework using Winium, enhanced the capabilities of the testing framework for mobile applications.
• Introduced Winium for desktop-based RIA applications automation, replaced TestComplete and eliminated associated licensing costs.

Aug 2006 – Jun 2010 · 3 yrs 10 mos · Pune Area, India

• Pilot project named “Introduction of TestCompelte”,objective of which was to set automation standards for automation framework developed using Testcomplete.
• Automation of Customer Bugs.
• Development of Functional testing scripts
• Development of automation framework in TestComplete and Winrunner
• Introduced Keyword-Drive framework in organisation.
• Maintenance of scripts written
• Preparation of excelsheet used for Data-driven testing
• Execution of test scripts on each sprint build using Scheduler utility
• Identifying scenarios and creating test cases
• Reviewing test cases written by peers.
• Executing test cases manually.
• Reporting and tracking defect and performing analysis.
• Retesting of fixed defects and Regression testing according to Impact Analysis
• Mentoring the new team members. ( Imparting domain and scripting knowledge to them)
• Done pilot project to establish automation standards.
• Helping team members to use utilities developed by self.
• Development of utilities like:
• Scheduler
• Silent Installation
• Archieving Test Results
• CloseMagicCrash
• Standard ini
• Evaluation of Mobile application automation tool named "SeeTest" and "EggPlant".
• Evaluating a tool against Blackberry,IOS,android by refering to the checklist
• Done the technical study of the tool and preapared the douccumentation
• Presented the technical study of both the tools to Vice President,product developement,Magic software
• Tested the tool against Tthered Jailbroken and non-jailbroken IOS device.
• Presneted the evaluation findings in front of peers
• Presnted the comparitive study of Seetest and EggPlant, and helped in tool acquisition decision
• Automated customer-reported bugs, ensured timely resolution and minimal disruption to project timelines.
• Developed functional testing scripts to validate application functionality and performance, ensured high-quality deliverables.

Apr 2021 – Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 8 mos · New York, United States

• Author of a book titled "CI/CD Pipeline Using Jenkins Unleashed"

Dec 2018 – Feb 2019 · 2 mos · Pune Area, India

• Was responsible to develop Java library(wrapper over RestAssured) to build test automation scripts for RestApis.

May 2012 – Dec 2024 · 12 yrs 7 mos

• Have Conducted various Corporate as well as Retail trainings in different renowned Software Training institutes as well as Software Companies on below topics:
• 1.ISTQB foundation preparation course.
• 2.ISTQB Advance(Test Analyst) preparation course
• 3.Advance Selenium course
• 4.Appium Automation for Android.IOS native apps course
• 5.Cucumber framework
• 6.Python basics
• 7.Core Java
• 8.UFT
• 9.TestComplete
• 10.Rest Assured API
• 11.Cypress Automation
• 12.VBScript
• 13.C# programming
• 14.Java Script
• 15.SQL& PL/SQL
• 16.Basic Angular
• 17.Protractor with Typescript
• 18.Python, Selenium,Pytest
• 19.CI\CD with Jenkins
• 20. Rest API testing using Postman and Newman
• 21. Playwright Automation using C#,Java,Python, Javascript/TypeScript
• Worked as Software Test Automation consultant for various Software Companies in Pune