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Vinoth Sekar

Sydney,Australia

Summary

Experienced in developing automated solutions for data pipelines, APIs, Web and Mobile applications, Backend systems, and Test Data Management (TDM). Skilled in AI integration to enhance system capabilities. Expertise in DevSecOps, automation, and performance engineering, ensuring secure, high-performing software. Focused on driving continuous improvement and delivering scalable automation frameworks. Proven track record in optimizing processes, improving product quality, and achieving business goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
18
18
Certification

Work History

Senior Quality Engineer (Automation)

Commonwealth Bank
08.2021 - Current
  • OTC Data Reconciliation Tool Development: Architected and developed a Data Recon Tool for CDAO’s OMNIA To Cloud (OTC) migration, reconciling data for 31,000+ on-premise jobs migrating to AWS EMR. Involved in design, implementation, and ongoing support. Provided 24/7 assistance to 150+ migration squad members, ensuring no false positives and successful data reconciliation. The largest southern hemisphere migration was completed without post-cloud data issues.
  • Automation Framework for Transformation (AFT) Tool Development: Developed and implemented AFT for CDAO’s OMNIA Data Transformation Validation. Integrated with Allure and Jira, extended reporting from Jira to Splunk to monitor progress. Achieved significant benefits in automation, contributing to CDAO's goals. Enhanced skills through success and challenges, adding automated SQL capabilities in AFT.
  • Migration to AI-based TDM using tonic.ai: Leading the migration from AbInitio-based Test Data Management (TDM) to an AI-based TDM solution using tonic.ai. Ensuring a seamless transition, improving TDM capabilities with AI-driven solutions.

Principal Consultant

Ampion
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Successfully implemented automation frameworks tailored to client needs, ensuring seamless integration and efficient functionality.
  • Provided expert consultation to Ampion's clients, guiding them in adopting innovative solutions to automate.
  • Led strategic initiatives to drive client success and achieve business objectives. Fostered long-term partnerships with key stakeholders, generating new business opportunities.
  • Advised senior executives on best practices in organizational development, change management, and operational efficiency. Produced and reviewed automation and performance strategies.

Associate Consultant

Tata Consultancy Services
12.2011 - 04.2021
  • Produced and implemented automated solutions for On-Prem Data Centre to AWS Cloud migration programs.
  • Strategized and implemented Test Automation Frameworks for API and GUI Testing using Selenium WebDriver, Cucumber, Perfecto Mobile Cloud, Applitools, Galen framework, Tricentis TOSCA, and RestAssured.
  • Conducted Performance Testing using JMeter, LoadRunner Enterprise, Performance Center, LoadRunner Cloud, and StormRunner Load.
  • Integrated Service Virtualization using TOSCA Orchestrated Service Virtualization.
  • Implemented CI/CD processes for Automation and Performance Testing.
  • Key member in Automation First Innovation Hub.
  • Prepared and reviewed Test Estimation, Test Strategy, Test Planning, and Test Summary Reports.
  • Produced and reviewed Test Automation and Performance Test strategies for Testing and Operational activities.
  • Managed internal and external stakeholders and product vendors to enhance testing standards.

Lead Engineer

HCL Tech
01.2007 - 11.2011
  • Led testing projects for telecom and manufacturing clients, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
  • Developed a Selenium RC-based test automation framework, streamlining testing processes.
  • Provided manual and automation testing for an Internet Security client, enhancing software reliability.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

Anna University
07.2006

Skills

  • Java
  • Python
  • Groovy
  • Spark
  • HDFS
  • AWS EMR
  • AWS Glue
  • AWS DataBrew
  • Ab Initio
  • AWS RDS
  • BDD using Cucumber and Gherkin
  • Selenium WebDriver
  • Tricentis TOSCA
  • TestNG
  • JUnit
  • RESTAssured
  • Postman
  • Appium
  • Perfecto
  • Galen FW
  • Applitools
  • Sikuli
  • JMeter
  • LoadRunner
  • Jenkins
  • TeamCity
  • Github Actions
  • Data Sanitization
  • Synthetic Data Generation
  • Tonicai
  • Tableau
  • Splunk
  • Cloudwatch
  • New Relic
  • Tosca OSV
  • Agile
  • Strategic Initiatives Development

Certification

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
  • AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • ICAgile Certified Professional Agile Programming
  • Microsoft Certified Data Fundamentals
  • Microsoft Certified AI Fundamentals
  • Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals
  • Scrum Master Accredited Certification
  • Tricentis Certified Automation Specialist Level 2
  • Tricentis Certified Specialist - Web Service Test Automation
  • Tricentis Certified Specialist - Test Data Management
  • Tricentis Certified Specialist - TOSCA Query Language
  • Tricentis Certified Professional
  • Tricentis Certified Specialist - Test Case Design
  • Perfecto Certified Automated Testing with Java, Selenium, and Appium
  • Perfecto Certified Manual Testing
  • ISTQB - ISEB Certified Tester Foundation Level
  • ITIL 2011 Foundation

Training

  • Architecting on AWS
  • Agile Programming Techniques (DevSecOps)
  • Effective Product Leadership in DevSecOps
  • Behaviour Driven Development (BDD) and Test-Driven Development (TDD) Workshop

Timeline

Senior Quality Engineer (Automation)

Commonwealth Bank
08.2021 - Current

Principal Consultant

Ampion
05.2021 - 07.2021

Associate Consultant

Tata Consultancy Services
12.2011 - 04.2021

Lead Engineer

HCL Tech
01.2007 - 11.2011

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

Anna University
Vinoth Sekar