SENIOR TEST ENGINEER - Manual Testing

Technical Lead | Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) | 11+ Years of Global Experience PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Results-driven QA Automation Lead with 11+ years of experience in driving quality engineering transformation across Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, and Retail domains. Specialized in UI and API automation frameworks , test strategy formulation , and enterprise-scale QA leadership delivering consistent quality outcomes across global teams in India, Australia, South Africa, and the UAE. Proficient in modern automation technologies , CI/CD pipeline optimization , and Agile/SAFe practices , ensuring seamless collaboration and accelerated delivery. Recognized for innovation in building reusable frameworks, resolving escalations, and delivering products to "Green" status through strong stakeholder engagement. Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) and SAFe Agilist , combining a product-centric mindset with deep technical acumen to bridge the gap between business objectives and QA excellence . CORE COMPETENCIES QA Strategy & Automation Leadership Framework Design & Implementation, Automation Framework Optimization UI / API Test Automation (Selenium, Playwright, Tosca, UFT One), API Integration Testing Agile, Scrum & SAFe Delivery, Test Governance, UAT Coordination Test Planning, Estimation & Reporting, Quality Metrics, Defect Lifecycle Management Continuous Testing , CI/CD Integration (Jenkins, Docker, Rio CI), Cloud Testing Performance & Security Testing (JMeter, ZAP Proxy) Stakeholder & Team Management Banking & Financial Services Expertise SUMMARY OF SKILLS Languages: Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, VB Script, SQL Domains: Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, Retail Tools: Playwright, Selenium, Cucumber, TestNG, JUnit, Tricentis Tosca, Cypress, Microfocus UFT One, Test Complete, Sikuli, Applitools API Testing: Postman, Karate API Framework Test Management: JIRA, Radar, HP ALM/QC CI/CD: Jenkins, Bamboo, Maven, GitHub, AWS & Azure Test Ops Processes: Agile, Waterfall, Lean PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Technical Lead - Infosys (Sub-contracted via Quess Corp Ltd.) Dec 2021 ? Present | Dubai, UAE | Client: Apple Inc. Spearheaded full-cycle UI & API test automation for Apple Ads and OneDAM applications using Selenium, Playwright , and integrated CI/CD pipelines. Managed test execution for 1000+ test cases , improving test reliability and visual validation through Applitools. Collaborated with cross-functional teams across geographies to ensure product quality, on-time delivery, and release readiness. Enhanced security and performance testing processes using ZAP Proxy and JMeter . Senior Project Engineer ? Wipro Ltd Jan 2018 ? Dec 2020 | Melbourne, Australia | Clients: Australia and New Zealand Bank (ANZ), AMP Financial Services Led test automation initiatives for digital banking products, reducing PVT testing time by 80%. Defined automation strategy, reviewed scripts, and streamlined CI/CD integration using UFT, Selenium, and BDD frameworks. Supported Agile release cycles and collaborated with business stakeholders to ensure alignment with functional requirements. Feb 2018 ? Sep 2018 | Bangalore, India | Client: ANZ Bank Directed automation delivery and offshore coordination for ANZ Bank applications. Created test reports, conducted code reviews, and managed Bamboo-based CI/CD pipelines. April 2016 ? Jan 2018 | Johannesburg, South Africa | Client: Standard Bank of South Africa Improved QA efficiency for internet banking platforms through automation and CI/CD adoption. Built JIRA dashboards for sprint progress, team velocity, and defect tracking, enhancing visibility. Automated regression testing and implemented CI/CD pipelines, reducing release turnaround time. Project Engineer ? Wipro Ltd April 2014 ? April 2016 | Coimbatore, India | Client: Standard Bank of South Africa (SBSA) Developed and executed Test Complete scripts, reducing manual regression time by 70%. Supported knowledge transfer and stakeholder reporting for process continuity. Dec 2013 ? Mar 2014 | Chennai, India | Project Readiness Program Completed extensive training in Selenium, QTP, and JUnit; built foundational expertise in QA methodologies and teamwork. CERTIFICATIONS Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) ? Scrum Alliance | Jun 2025 SAFe Agilist ? Scaled Agile, Inc. | Dec 2016 Test Design Specialist Level 1 ? Tricentis | May 2018 Nano Tips to Foster a Growth Mindset and Mental Agility ? LinkedIn | Nov 2024 AWARDS & RECONITION Best Team ? Project Excellence , Infosys Rise Awards ? Q3 FY24 BU Award & Best Individual Contributor , Wipro Ltd ? Banking Portfolio Star of the Team , Wipro Ltd ? Deutsche Bank Account Miss India Gauteng South Africa 2017 , Zee TV EDUCATION Executive PGDM (Finance)? Alliance School of Business, Bangalore, India (2018?2021) B-Tech (Biotechnology) ? Andhra University College of Engineering, Visakhapatnam, India (2009?2013) PERSONAL INFORMATION Date Of Birth: 4 Feb 1992 | Nationality: Indian | Marital Status: Married Visa Type: UAE Spouse Visa | Passport Expiry: 21 Jan 2030 | Location: Dubai, UAE Technical Lead | Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) | 11+ Years of Global Experience PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Results-driven QA Automation Lead with 11+ years of experience in driving quality engineering transformation across Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, and Retail domains. Specialized in UI and API automation frameworks , test strategy formulation , and enterprise-scale QA leadership delivering consistent quality outcomes across global teams in India, Australia, South Africa, and the UAE. Proficient in modern automation technologies , CI/CD pipeline optimization , and Agile/SAFe practices , ensuring seamless collaboration and accelerated delivery. Recognized for innovation in building reusable frameworks, resolving escalations, and delivering products to "Green" status through strong stakeholder engagement. Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) and SAFe Agilist , combining a product-centric mindset with deep technical acumen to bridge the gap between business objectives and QA excellence . CORE COMPETENCIES QA Strategy & Automation Leadership Framework Design & Implementation, Automation Framework Optimization UI / API Test Automation (Selenium, Playwright, Tosca, UFT One), API Integration Testing Agile, Scrum & SAFe Delivery, Test Governance, UAT Coordination Test Planning, Estimation & Reporting, Quality Metrics, Defect Lifecycle Management Continuous Testing , CI/CD Integration (Jenkins, Docker, Rio CI), Cloud Testing Performance & Security Testing (JMeter, ZAP Proxy) Stakeholder & Team Management Banking & Financial Services Expertise SUMMARY OF SKILLS Languages: Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, VB Script, SQL Domains: Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, Retail Tools: Playwright, Selenium, Cucumber, TestNG, JUnit, Tricentis Tosca, Cypress, Microfocus UFT One, Test Complete, Sikuli, Applitools API Testing: Postman, Karate API Framework Test Management: JIRA, Radar, HP ALM/QC CI/CD: Jenkins, Bamboo, Maven, GitHub, AWS & Azure Test Ops Processes: Agile, Waterfall, Lean PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Technical Lead - Infosys (Sub-contracted via Quess Corp Ltd.) Dec 2021 ? Present | Dubai, UAE | Client: Apple Inc. Spearheaded full-cycle UI & API test automation for Apple Ads and OneDAM applications using Selenium, Playwright , and integrated CI/CD pipelines. Managed test execution for 1000+ test cases , improving test reliability and visual validation through Applitools. Collaborated with cross-functional teams across geographies to ensure product quality, on-time delivery, and release readiness. Enhanced security and performance testing processes using ZAP Proxy and JMeter . Senior Project Engineer ? Wipro Ltd Jan 2018 ? Dec 2020 | Melbourne, Australia | Clients: Australia and New Zealand Bank (ANZ), AMP Financial Services Led test automation initiatives for digital banking products, reducing PVT testing time by 80%. Defined automation strategy, reviewed scripts, and streamlined CI/CD integration using UFT, Selenium, and BDD frameworks. Supported Agile release cycles and collaborated with business stakeholders to ensure alignment with functional requirements. Feb 2018 ? Sep 2018 | Bangalore, India | Client: ANZ Bank Directed automation delivery and offshore coordination for ANZ Bank applications. Created test reports, conducted code reviews, and managed Bamboo-based CI/CD pipelines. April 2016 ? Jan 2018 | Johannesburg, South Africa | Client: Standard Bank of South Africa Improved QA efficiency for internet banking platforms through automation and CI/CD adoption. Built JIRA dashboards for sprint progress, team velocity, and defect tracking, enhancing visibility. Automated regression testing and implemented CI/CD pipelines, reducing release turnaround time. Project Engineer ? Wipro Ltd April 2014 ? April 2016 | Coimbatore, India | Client: Standard Bank of South Africa (SBSA) Developed and executed Test Complete scripts, reducing manual regression time by 70%. Supported knowledge transfer and stakeholder reporting for process continuity. Dec 2013 ? Mar 2014 | Chennai, India | Project Readiness Program Completed extensive training in Selenium, QTP, and JUnit; built foundational expertise in QA methodologies and teamwork. CERTIFICATIONS Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) ? Scrum Alliance | Jun 2025 SAFe Agilist ? Scaled Agile, Inc. | Dec 2016 Test Design Specialist Level 1 ? Tricentis | May 2018 Nano Tips to Foster a Growth Mindset and Mental Agility ? LinkedIn | Nov 2024 AWARDS & RECONITION Best Team ? Project Excellence , Infosys Rise Awards ? Q3 FY24 BU Award & Best Individual Contributor , Wipro Ltd ? Banking Portfolio Star of the Team , Wipro Ltd ? Deutsche Bank Account Miss India Gauteng South Africa 2017 , Zee TV EDUCATION Executive PGDM (Finance)? Alliance School of Business, Bangalore, India (2018?2021) B-Tech (Biotechnology) ? Andhra University College of Engineering, Visakhapatnam, India (2009?2013) PERSONAL INFORMATION Date Of Birth: 4 Feb 1992 | Nationality: Indian | Marital Status: Married Visa Type: UAE Spouse Visa | Passport Expiry: 21 Jan 2030 | Location: Dubai, UAE ABDITB01-21-1 Technical Lead | Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) | 11+ Years of Global Experience PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Results-driven QA Automation Lead with 11+ years of experience in driving quality engineering transformation across Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, and Retail domains. Specialized in U... Technical Lead | Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) | 11+ Years of Global Experience ... Technical Lead | Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) | 11+ Years of Global Experience PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Results-driven QA Automation Lead with 11+... Manual Testing