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Kishore Palli

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Highly motivated Senior Test Analyst with 9.8 years of experience in ERP and financial software quality assurance. Expertise in system integration testing, web, API, and data validation automation, and Agile methodologies. Proven success in streamlining testing processes, delivering high-quality releases, and leading test teams. Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies for continuous improvement. Proven adaptability across multiple project roles, delivering consistently high-quality results. Seeking a challenging position to fully leverage my skills and contribute to organizational excellence in testing.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Test Automation Engineer

Dipole Consulting Group Limited (Foxtel)
09.2021 - Current
  • Lead testing in Agile migration projects, focusing on system integration and end-to-end verification.
  • Develop and execute test plans, strategies, and automation scripts.
  • Build Postman API collections for test data creation and validation.
  • Design and implement Selenium (Java/Python) and Cypress automation frameworks for regression testing.
  • Automate API workflows and data comparison using Python scripts.
  • Collaborate with BAs, developers, and product owners for high-quality outcomes.
  • Cross-train team members and stakeholders on project functionalities.
  • Utilize AWS for file processing and integration.
  • Did performance testing POC with Microfocus LoadRunner.
  • Reduced manual testing efforts for faster product delivery by incorporating test automation frameworks.
  • Developed custom test automation libraries, enabling easier scripting and increased reusability across projects.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on recurring issues, leading to long-term resolutions that improved overall system stability.
  • Identified appropriate situations for implementing test automation, accounting for situations where automated testing was counterproductive.

Test Analyst

Infosys Limited - Westpac Banking
05.2018 - 09.2021
  • Led automation efforts within Agile financial services banking project (mortgage loan origination).
  • Developed Selenium TestNG automation frameworks integrated into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Built Selenium BDD Cucumber framework (Java) for third-party origination systems.
  • Led a 6-member offshore team, resolving issues and facilitating test execution.
  • Created complex SQL queries for progress tracking and bottleneck identification.
  • Developed a time-saving VBA macro for serviceability verification (~80% reduction in manual effort).
  • Implemented Python and Postman frameworks for test data generation and API validation.
  • Contributed to all major testing phases (SIT, ST, UAT).
  • Designed VBA macro for mainframe interaction and test data management.
  • Utilized Agile metrics to drive process improvements.
  • Created UFT scripts for project-specific automation (rate quotes, valuations, etc.)
  • Streamlined testing processes by developing reusable test cases and automated test scripts.
  • Improved software quality by designing and executing comprehensive test plans.
  • Evaluated product requirements, translating them into detailed test scenarios and validating expected outcomes.
  • Facilitated quick issue resolution through clear defect reporting, providing precise steps to reproduce along with relevant screenshots or logs when needed.
  • Identified critical defects, conducting root cause analysis and collaborating with the development team for timely resolutions.
  • Increased overall test coverage, prioritizing high-risk functionalities for thorough examination.
  • Assessed software bugs and compiled findings along with suggested resolutions for development team members.
  • Provided crucial UAT support for bank channel managers and lenders, including test data preparation and E2E test scenario design. Increased efficiency by automating the conversion of production loan data into test worksheets.

Test Engineer

Infosys Limited - Westpac Banking
12.2016 - 04.2018
  • Designed test scenarios, prepared test cases, and executed tests.
  • Built VBA macros for test case generation and transaction account creation.
  • Used ALM for test case management and defect reporting.
  • Developed a VBA tool for efficient transaction data extraction and validation.
  • Designed a UFT linear framework for order placement automation.
  • Streamlined bug reporting processes for faster resolution times and better communication between departments.
  • Developed effective test strategies based on requirements analysis and risk assessment for optimal resource allocation.
  • Participated in agile development practices to accelerate product iterations and improve overall quality assurance measures.

Test Engineer

Infosys Limited (JCPenney)
10.2014 - 11.2016
  • Strengthened cross-functional relationships through active participation in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
  • Designed a UFT linear framework for order placement automation.
  • Contributed to test scenarios , test case preparation and test case execution in system testing phase and UAT phase
  • Automated the validation of transactions in the payment systems project using excel and excel VBA which reduced more than 80% of manual efforts

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - EEE

ANITS
Andhra University
04.2014

Skills

  • UI Automation: Selenium Python/Java (Expert), Microfocus UFT (Expert), Cypress (Proficient)
  • API Automation: Postman (Expert), Python (Expert)
  • Performance Testing: Microfocus Load Runner (Proficient)
  • Functional Testing: Manual Testing (Expert), SQL Queries (Expert), HP ALM / qTest /Jira / Confluence (Expert)
  • Data Validation: Excel/VBA (Expert), Mainframe Automation (Expert)
  • Build Tools & Other: CI/CD with Jenkins (Intermediate), Git/Bitbucket (Proficient), Maven/Gradle (Proficient)

Certification

  • ISTQB Certified Tester, Foundation Level (Verify Credential)
  • Certified UFT One v15.x Professional (Verify Credential)
  • Got INSTA award in Infosys for excellent work
  • Got appreciation token from the client for hard work and timely deliverables
  • Nominated for super star award at the program level

Hobbies

Chess, Music,  Cricket,  Badminton,  Movies

Languages

English
Full Professional
Telugu
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working

Timeline

Test Automation Engineer

Dipole Consulting Group Limited (Foxtel)
09.2021 - Current

Test Analyst

Infosys Limited - Westpac Banking
05.2018 - 09.2021

Test Engineer

Infosys Limited - Westpac Banking
12.2016 - 04.2018

Test Engineer

Infosys Limited (JCPenney)
10.2014 - 11.2016

Bachelor of Engineering - EEE

ANITS

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