Kiran S.

About Me

Kiran is a seasoned, hands-on Senior QA Automation Engineer with 13+ years of experience building, scaling, and managing end-to-end automation processes, with core expertise in designing and implementing robust test automation frameworks from scratch using Java, Selenium, and TestNG. She is highly proficient in scripting complex test scenarios, executing functional and regression tests, and integrating automation suites into CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins to drive efficiency. While Kiran's primary focus is automation, she also possesses in-depth knowledge in ETL and back-end testing and validating complex data pipelines across Azure and SQL databases. She takes complete ownership of the automation lifecycle with minimal supervision, from analyzing requirements and creating detailed test plans to documenting defects and ensuring high-quality releases in fast-paced Agile environments.

AI, ML & LLM

TestRail

Backend

Database

DevOps

QA & Testing

Selenium WebDriver TestNG Data-driven Testing ETL Testing Functional Testing Regression testing Integration Testing System Testing Cross-browser Testing Test Planning Test Estimation

Workflow

Other

Work history

Myelin Foundry
Myelin Foundry
QA Lead
2024 - Present (1 year)
Bangalore, India
  • Designed and implemented a scalable test automation framework using Java, Selenium, and REST Assured for comprehensive testing of AI/ML applications.

  • Authored and maintained a suite of automated regression scripts, significantly improving test coverage for core functionalities.

  • Performed extensive ETL and back-end validation using complex SQL queries across PostgreSQL and Oracle to ensure absolute data integrity in high-volume data pipelines.

  • Conducted end-to-end integration testing for automotive ADAS features, ensuring seamless interoperability between software and hardware components.

OSTC
OSTC
QA Lead
2021 - 2022 (1 year)
Remote
  • Led the design and implementation of a BDD automation framework using Java, Selenium WebDriver, and Serenity BDD, improving script readability and stakeholder collaboration.

  • Developed and executed automated test scripts for end-to-end ETL processes within Azure using Azure Data Factory and Databricks to validate complex data transformations.

  • Owned the RESTful API test automation process using REST Assured and Postman, validating critical endpoints for functionality and reliability.

  • Managed test execution cycles and defect tracking within Azure DevOps, providing clear metrics on automation progress and release readiness.

Agama Solutions
Agama Solutions
QA Trainer
2020 - 2020
Remote
  • Designed and delivered QA training programs with a focus on ETL testing, integration testing, and automation best practices.

  • Developed hands-on learning assets and exercises covering SQL, API testing with Postman, Selenium automation, and data validation techniques.

  • Provided technical guidance on real-world QA projects, including building and executing test plans for data pipelines and system integrations.

  • Conducted code reviews, defect analysis, and troubleshooting sessions to help trainees strengthen their technical QA skills.

  • Created reports and feedback summaries highlighting skill development progress, training gaps, and improvement recommendations.

Software QA Training RESTful Web ServicesE-learning
Jive Software
Jive Software
QA Lead
2019 - 2020 (1 year)
Remote
  • Participated in requirements meetings and detail design meetings to understand the functional requirements of the application to come up with test scenarios, test flow, and test procedures.

  • Performed user acceptance testing and led test reviews and signoff on test cases.

  • Developed various matrices for estimation, improved data review effectiveness, and provided accurate test reporting.

  • Involved in designing a requirement traceability matrix to analyze changes and identify areas of application for regression testing.

  • Developed automation scripts and performed cross-browser testing in Chrome, IE, and Mozilla Firefox.

  • Reviewed and executed regressions using Selenium WebDriver and evaluated change requests and impact analysis for projects.

Functional Requirements Test Scenarios User Acceptance Testing (UAT)Test Cases Test Reporting Regression testingAutomation Scripting Cross-browser Testing Chrome Internet Explorer Firefox Selenium WebDriver Impact Analysis
Aurea
Aurea
QA Automation Engineer
2018 - 2018
Remote
  • Developed and maintained a robust Selenium automation framework in Java using TestNG for test execution and Maven for dependency management.

  • Authored complex SQL queries for back-end database testing and validated Unix-based batch processes to ensure data accuracy.

  • Configured and managed Jenkins jobs to execute automated test suites as part of the continuous integration (CI/CD) process.

  • Integrated automation code with version control systems (GitHub) and performed smoke testing in UAT and production environments to verify deployments.

Mydala
Mydala
Senior QA Analyst
2015 - 2017 (2 years)
Delhi, India
  • Analyzed requirements and prepared an analysis document for requirement for client approval.

  • Performed unit testing, system testing, integration testing, performance testing, regression testing, and acceptance testing, as well as back-end testing by executing SQL queries.

  • Maintained Selenium automation code and resources in source controls like GitHub over the time for improvements and new features.

  • Used TestNG, Maven, and annotations with Selenium WebDriver.

  • Prepared HTML/PDF reports and test results after each release cycle for management and further test planning updates.

e-Bee Global Solutions
e-Bee Global Solutions
Senior Quality Analyst
2015 - 2015
Gurgaon, India
  • Prepared functional test scripts for items, purchase orders, replenishment, allocations, interfaces based on the business for clients like Raymonds, Ferns & Petals.

  • Implemented Hybrid-driven automation (data-driven and Page Object Model) test framework with Selenium WebDriver, Java, and TestNG.

  • Involved in testing web services (REST) using Postman and prepared requirements and functional specification documents.

  • Executed test cases using TestNG parameters, data providers, suites, parallel suites, and groups.

Functional TestingTest Scripting Hybrid Frameworks Page Object Model (POM)Selenium WebDriver TestNGJavaPostmanWeb ServicesRESTFunctional Specifications Test Cases
Delhivery
Delhivery
Technology Associate
2014 - 2014
Gurgaon, India
  • Involved in test cases development and review by development team and product management and modified the test cases based on their feedback.

  • Worked on end-to-end scenarios whether the POs are flowing to WMS (warehouse management systems).

  • Tested roles for security, login, and edit access for merchant assistant, replenishment assistant, assistant buyer, etc.

  • Manually tested native mobile apps on different mobile platforms.

  • Developed automation scenarios for system integration testing and regression testing using Selenium WebDriver.

  • Ran API testing using Postman by validating request and response for XML, JSON files.

  • Responsible for all aspects of project delivery (test design, test execution, and test summary report) and management (test metrics and risk analysis) to client partners, offshore manager, and onsite manager.

Test Case Development E2E TestingManual TestingSelenium WebDriver Test AutomationSystem Integration Testing (SIT) Regression testingAPI TestingPostmanJSONXMLTest Case Execution Test DesignRisk Analysis
Infosys
Infosys
Senior System Engineer
2010 - 2014 (4 years)
Thiruvananthapuram, India
  • Developed test plans and test cases, testing applications through all phases of the SDLC for Apple.

  • Performed unit testing, system testing, integration testing, performance testing, regression testing, and acceptance testing, as well as back-end testing by executing SQL queries.

  • Prepared test status reports and maintained defects using defect tracking systems like Jira or Radar.

  • Developed automation scenarios for system integration testing and regression testing using Selenium WebDriver.

  • Documented all deliverables adhering to client requirements and standards and coordinated with the onsite team for daily status updates.

Education

BE Computer Science
BE Computer Science
Maharshi Dayanand University - India
2006 - 2010 (4 years)