Sankalp Shantharam Rao

• Leveraged Github Copilot with claude models to automate test case generation, reducing manual effort by 50%
• Used GitHub Copilot to accelerate script development and improve code quality.
• Applied Microsoft Copilot for summarizing large datasets and generating insights for stakeholder reports
• Developed and executed automated test scripts to ensure software quality and functionality.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify testing requirements and improve processes.
• Analyzed test results, providing actionable insights for continuous improvement in software performance.
• Led initiatives to enhance automation framework, increasing efficiency in test execution cycles.
• Mentored junior testers on best practices for automation tools and techniques, fostering skill development.
• Implemented regression testing strategies to maintain system integrity across multiple releases.
• Integrated automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, streamlining deployment processes and reducing manual effort.
• Conducted root cause analysis of defects, driving resolution efforts and enhancing product reliability.
• Increased software reliability, performing thorough regression tests to ensure seamless performance after updates.
• Implemented advanced automation frameworks such as Selenium WebDriver or Appium, optimizing code reusability and maintainability across projects.
• Streamlined testing processes through continuous integration and deployment tools, improving overall efficiency.
• Optimized test cycles through parallel execution, significantly reducing time-to-market for critical releases.

• Strong Experience in UX Automation of BDD/TDD Cucumber Acceptance Tests with Selenium & Protractor using JavaScript/JQuery.
• Automation of BDD/TDD Cucumber Acceptance tests for Restful Web MicroServices in Business Banking Domain using Java and Spring Boot.
• Managing the offshore and onshore team, task assignment and providing test exit for release.
• Analysis and fixture of Jenkins Nightly Pipelines for various features in a typical CI/CD Environment.
• End to End -Manual Testing of software applications and raising defects.
• Drive strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and optimize resource allocation.
• Implement agile methodologies to streamline project management processes and improve delivery timelines.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in software development and engineering processes.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions aligned with client objectives.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

• Designed and implemented scalable software solutions using Java and cloud technologies.
• Led cross-functional teams to optimize application performance and user experience.
• Mentored junior developers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing across teams.
• Conducted code reviews and ensured adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Streamlined deployment processes, reducing time-to-market for new features significantly.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to define project requirements and deliver innovative solutions.

• UX Automation Testing- Automating regression and sanity test scripts using Ruby Watir and Selenium Webdriver.
• Analysis of Daily builds failures in Jenkins CI and fixing them.
• Analysing the root cause analysis & logging the defects in CDETS.
• Designed and developed the features in PI automation framework using Ruby concepts.
• Developed critical features of framework using in house framework.

· Automating Web Application Testing using Selenium WebDriver with TestNG framework

· Mobile Applications testing on Mac and iOS Platforms like Citrix GoToMyPC, Citrix Receiver, Citrix XenDesktop.

· Manual testing of Standalone Software applications of Apple.

· Perform the testing environment check prior to system test cycle

· Creation of required test data & automation using PowerShell scripting.

· System Testing as per the test script & logging the defects in One Bug.

· Taking crash logs and console logs of iPads & iPhones on MAC OS.