Praveen Battula
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Experienced professional with 14+ years in Software Testing Life Cycle and Automation Testing Life Cycle in Software Quality Assurance. Proficient in Agile and DevOps activities. Skilled in preparing Test plans, Automation plans, Test Strategy Documents, RTM, Defect Reports, and DSR. Expertise in analyzing Requirement documents and creating Business test scenarios for Functional Testing, Integration Testing, and System Integration Testing. Demonstrated success in coordinating with client stakeholders, Business teams, onshore and offshore teams. Experienced in leading and supporting a diverse team of 14 members across various locations, ensuring seamless collaboration and timely project delivery. Proficient in TOSCA, TOCA Commander, TOSCA Wizard, TOSCA DEX, Postman for API testing, Karate framework using Java for API testing, Playwright with JavaScript for API automation, and AEM (Adobe Experience Manager) front end automation. Strong communication and presentation skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Automation Engineer
SunCorp Insurance
05.2024 - Current
- Exposure on Playwright using JavaScript for API Automation.
- Ensuring customer satisfaction with MFA for Suncorp insurance portal including consumer and partner brands.
- Facilitated migration activity from Oracle to ForgeRock Platform.
- Migrated Automated scripts from existing BDD framework to Playwright.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices for automation design and implementation.
- Participated in quality assurance testing of automated systems prior to full-scale implementation, identifying areas requiring further optimization or modification before deployment.
Automation Engineer
Telstra | Cognizant
08.2018 - 05.2024
- Led end-to-end automation testing projects using Tosca, Cucumber, Playwright, and Karate for Web, Mobile, and Windows applications, improving test coverage and efficiency.
- Developed and maintained automation frameworks using Tosca (Modules, Test Cases, Requirements, Execution Lists) and JavaScript-based tools; integrated GUI, API, and CLI testing.
- Created and executed API test automation using Karate, Maven, and GitHub; captured test cases in BDD format to align with business requirements.
- Participated in agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and project execution, ensuring alignment with CI/CD practices for consistent software delivery.
- Performed automation feasibility analysis, prepared sprint-level automation plans, and executed regression and progression tests across cycles.
- Utilized remote testing platforms (SeeTest, LambdaTest) for cross-browser and cross-device testing, enhancing platform compatibility.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including developers, testers, and business stakeholders during requirement walkthroughs and solution discussions.
- Delivered detailed test reports and automation status updates to stakeholders, offering insights into performance metrics and project health.
- Conducted training and knowledge transfer sessions for new team members, while mentoring peers and addressing skill gaps.
- Stayed updated with industry best practices, contributing to continuous improvement and innovation in automation testing strategies.
Junior Automation and Data Engineer
Telstra | Cognizant
02.2016 - 08.2018
- Prepared and managed test data across multiple applications, with expertise in E2E data alignment, inflight, baseline, and MAXIM-UAT testing to support data-driven testing activities.
- Executed functional and regression testing, created complex SQL queries for data validation, and ensured defect tracking, reporting, and retesting using Quality Center (QC).
- Led test planning and execution, including review of test scenarios and cases, progress reporting, and daily status updates throughout the testing lifecycle.
- Managed team activities such as task allocation, tracking, and conducting training and knowledge transfer (KT) sessions to ensure consistent delivery.
- Collaborated with Business Analysts and stakeholders for data requirement validation, scenario reviews, and UAT execution support, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Software Engineer
Telstra | Accenture
03.2011 - 02.2016
- Coordinated Onsite–Offshore project teams, ensuring seamless collaboration across testing phases and timely delivery.
- Provided production verification and BVT support post-deployment using TOSCA One Click via DEX for end-to-end interface testing.
- Prepared and executed test scenarios and cases for CAT, AT, functional, and regression testing, with active involvement in defect triage and resolution.
- Collaborated with Business Analysts and developers for scenario reviews, defect discussions, and test result validations; scheduled and led review meetings.
- Delivered daily test progress reports during planning and execution phases; recognized with a Client Excellence Award for successful NBN order release with Telstra.
Education
Bachelor's in Electronics and Communication Engineering -
JNTU University
Hyderabad, TELANGANA01.2010
HSC (Higher Secondary School - Intermediate) - undefined
Srichaitanya Jr College
01.2006
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - undefined
Tripura Educational Academy
01.2004
Skills
- Skilled in utilizing Tosca, Playwright, and Karate for automation
- Experienced in JavaScript
- Experience with automation frameworks: Maven and TestNG
- Proficient in using Intel IJ and Visual Studio
- Tools: Postman, JMeter, See Test, Lambda Test, Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), JIRA, Confluence
- Version control management: GitHub, Bitbucket
- Application Knowledge: SIEBLE CRM, Salesforce, MAXIM
- Continuous integration and delivery proficiency
- Cloud services management: AWS EC2, S3, and Lambda
- Customer-focused approach
- Project management experience
Certification
- TOSCA Q Test – pursuing to complete Certification.
- GitHub Co-pilot Training - 2024
- Tosca Automation Specialist 1 | 2020, 2016
- Tosca Automation Specialist 2 | 2017
- Standard Mental health First Aider | Mental Health First Aid Australia | 2023
- Azure AI Fundamentals | Microsoft | 2022
- Azure Data Fundamentals | Microsoft | 2023
- SAFE 5 Devops Practitioner | Scaled Agile, Inc. | 2020
- Java SW 7 Programmer | Java | 2020
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Telugu
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working
Tamil
Limited Working
Timeline
Senior Automation Engineer
SunCorp Insurance
05.2024 - Current
Automation Engineer
Telstra | Cognizant
08.2018 - 05.2024
Junior Automation and Data Engineer
Telstra | Cognizant
02.2016 - 08.2018
Software Engineer
Telstra | Accenture
03.2011 - 02.2016
HSC (Higher Secondary School - Intermediate) - undefined
Srichaitanya Jr College
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - undefined
Tripura Educational Academy
Bachelor's in Electronics and Communication Engineering -
JNTU University
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