Naresh Jayaseelan – QA Automation Architect – [Skills- Python, PlayWright, Appium, Aws, Big Data] – 18+ years Exp – Local to Cerritos,CA

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

• Around 18 years of experience in Test Automation Design, Develop, Execute and Report  for various customers using various programming language.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Programming Languages: Core Java, Python, JavaScript, VB Scripting, Groovy, C#, Shell Scripting
• Web Technologies: HTML, HTML5, CSS, CSS3, JavaScript, Ajax, jQuery, XML, XSLT, XSL and DTD
• Frameworks: BDD, TestNG, RPA, BPVT, Keyword Driven, Hybrid, Karate, RestAssured, Appium
• Cloud: AWS & Microsoft Azure
• RDBMS: Oracle 19c and My SQL
• AI: Familiarity with platforms like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, or similar tools like Rainforest , AcceIQ and good knowledge on AI/ ML.
• Container Orchestration: Docker and Kubernetes
• Build and automation tools: Maven, Ant & Gradle
• Continuous Integration Tool: Jenkins, Bamboo &  Octopus
• Configuration Management Tool: GIT,GITHUB, Bitbucket, SVN & Urben Turtle
• Servers: Apache Tomcat
• Scripting Languages: PERL, Python, Shell Scripting, Core Java, Java Script, C#, Groovy and PowerShell script
• Defect Management: Jira, Bugzilla, New Relic, Tricentis qTest, SAP logon, ALM
• IDE: IntelliJ IDEA ,Net Beans, Pycharm and Eclipse
• Operating System: UNIX, Linux, Solaris, Mac and Windows
• Analytics and processing: Big Data, Hive, Hbase, Flume, Zookeeper and YARN

 

EDUCATION           

• Bachelor in Computer Science and Engineering, Visvesvaraya Technological University -2005.

 

 

PROJECT DETAILS

 

Client – Elevance Health, Cerritos, CA                                                             Sep 2018 to till Date

Employer-Nextgen Technologies Inc

Role-QA Automation Architecture

Responsibilities:

• Architected automation frameworks with BDD (Jbehave, Python) in CI/CD pipelines (Bamboo / Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes) for Functional Testing, using Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, Playwright, Appium, RestAssured.
• Defined JIRA defect lifecycle and integrated qTest/xRay for continuous testing.
• Conducted ETL testing with AWS S3, PySpark,  AWS Glue, AWS Lambda ensuring data integrity.
• Automated Business process using UI Path.
• Designed JMeter performance scripts integrated with Katalon Studio.
• Validated backend systems across Oracle, SQL Server, AWS Athena.
• Integrated CA TDM with BDD automation framework.
• Performed POC on AI tools Rainforest/ AcceIQ.

 

Environment:UI Path , JMeter, Appium, dockers , RestAssured, Dbeaver, Snowflake, Playwright, TypeScript, Cypress, Bitbucket, Core Java, Java Script, Python, C#, PyTest, Splunk, Power shell scripting , AcceIQ.

 

 

Client – Yapstone, WalnutCreek, CA                                                             Nov 2017 to Sep 2018

Employer-Nextgen Technologies Inc

Role-SDET

Responsibilities:

• Architected automation frameworks with Testng in CI/CD pipelines (Bamboo) for Functional Testing, using Selenium Webdriver and RestAssured.
• Fix code for BUS ticket and perform Unit testing and deployment to Test environment.
• Integrated automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Bamboo, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
• Conducted ETL testing with AWS S3, PySpark,  AWS Glue, AWS Lambda ensuring data integrity.
• Monitored application metrics with Zookeeper, Kafka messaging and Splunk.

 

Environment: AWS, Selenium Webdriver,  Zookeeper, Kafka messaging, Splunk, Core Java, Maven, Jenkins, Git, RestAssured.

 

 

Client – Verifone, San Jose, CA                                                                       Oct 2016 to Nov 2017

Employer-Nextgen Technologies Inc

QA Automation Lead

Responsibilities:

• Created automation scripts with Testng in CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) for Functional Testing, using Selenium Webdriver , RestAssured and Appium.
• POS System & Mobile Automation: Automated POS terminals and payment validation using Selenium & Appium for iOS/Android emulators and devices. Validated cash management, card processing, and receipt systems.
• Integrated automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Bamboo, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
• Monitored application metrics with Zookeeper, Kafka messaging and Splunk.
• Performed SQL Workbench validation, analyzed log files for error codes, executed batch jobs for backend processing

 

Environment: Selenium Webdriver,  Zookeeper, Kafka messaging, Splunk, Python, Appium, Maven, Jenkins, Git, RestAssured, Kafka, Splunk.

 

 

Client – First Republic Bank, San Francisco, CA                                            Oct 2015 to Oct 2016

Employer-Mphasis US

Role-QA Automation Lead

Responsibilities:

• Developed Keyword driven frameworks for REST validation using RestAssured.
• Automated SOAP API validation for middleware systems integrating with Java applications (TotalPlus), MDM DB, and CIF DB.
• Identified and resolved performance bottlenecks, optimized PL SQL, Oracle, and Sybase queries.
• Validated ETL software and data warehouse components, performed data-driven testing and flat file data transfers.
• Performed server side and client side API validation using SOAPUI.

 

Environment: Middleware, SOAP API, SOAPUI, Oracle, SQL server, Groovy, TMS, Jira.

 

Client – Fannie Mae, Dallas, TX                                                                         Jul 2014 to Oct 2015

Employer- Mphasis US

Role-QA Automation Lead

Responsibilities:

• Created BDD test automation using Selenium WebDriver and Cucumber for UI testing.
• Created Hybrid test automation using UFT for UI testing.
• Automated iOS, Android, and Kindle devices using Selenium & Appium for emulators and real devices. Managed mobile app release cycles.
• Conducted ETL software and data warehouse validation, executed backend data-driven tests, and flat file data transfers.
• Interacted with developers and managers to resolve automation issues.
• Performed LOE analysis and managed a team of eight offshore software engineers in Agile development

 

Environment: RestAssured, SOAPUI, SYBASE, VB Scripting, Selenium WebDriver, YFT, Appium, GitHub, Core Java, ETL tools.

 

Client – Blue Shield, San Francisco, CA                                                         Dec 2013 to July 2014

Employer- Cognizant Technologies

Senior Test Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Developed Selenium WebDriver-based automation framework for UI testing. Created data-driven test frameworks for REST validation using SOAPUI.
• Conducted UAT testing for Java-based front-end & backend applications, ensuring compliance with SDM, HIPAA, Diversity Principles, and Corporate Integrity policies.
• Automated performance testing using LoadRunner & TOSCA. Developed API tests for RESTful services and validated backend interactions.
• Executed ETL software and data warehouse validation, including data-driven and flat file transfers.
• Reported defects in ALM, analyzed failed scripts, and presented automation deliverables to functional teams.

 

Environment:

• Web Application, Selenium WebDriver, Facets, QTP, ALM, GitHub, REST API, Core Java, Mac, Nuestar, ETL Tools, LoadRunner, TOSCA

 

Client – Apple, CA                                                                                           July 2013 to Dec 2013

Employer-Cognizant Technologies

Role-Senior Test Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Selenium WebDriver automation framework with TestNG for UI testing. Built data-driven test cases using Java Beans.
• Conducted UAT testing for Java-based front-end & backend using Apache SOLR, orchestrating test cases for end-to-end validation.
• Automated workflows using internal tool (Pomegranate). Developed Core Java automation scripts for functional testing.
• Reported defects in JIRA, presented results to functional teams, and managed handover of automation deliverables.
• Led a team of seven offshore software engineers, overseeing daily Agile sprint activities, and driving reusable automation method development.

Environment:

• Web Application, Selenium WebDriver, GitHub, Java Beans, Core Java, Mac, Apache SOLR

 

 

Client – North Western Mutual, Franklin, WI                                               Oct 2012 to Jun 2013

Employer- Cognizant Technologies

Role-Senior Test Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Migrated Selenium IDE scripts to Selenium WebDriver TestNG framework.
• Conducted mobile app validation using Device Anywhere.
• Reported defects in JIRA, analyzed failed scripts, and guided the team in resolving complex automation challenges.
• Performed SDLC-driven regression testing, executed and reported results to functional teams, and handed over automation deliverables in Agile environments.

Environment:

• Urban Turtle, QTP, Selenium WebDriver, Testing, QC, VB Scripting, Device Anywhere.

 

Client – BestBuy, Richfield, MN                                                                      Oct 2011 to Oct 2012

Employer-Wipro Technologies US

Role-QA Lead

Responsibilities:

• Built Selenium WebDriver automation framework for Best Buy OLS UI testing using Cucumber. Integrated Jenkins for test execution and CI/CD pipeline configuration.
• Automated iOS, Android, and Kindle devices with Selenium & Appium. Validated cloud-based mobile, iPad, and tablet applications using WebDriver IO.
• Used Cucumber for JSON-based REST API validation. Developed and deployed applications using Spring Boot framework.
• Designed user stories workflow using Vision, managed weekly app updates and data configurations in Agile.
• Reported and tracked defects in JIRA, analyzed failed scripts, and guided offshore teams in automating complex applications.
• Led Integration Protocol Testing (IPT) for 3rd party, upstream, and downstream systems validation. Supported holiday releases and production support efforts.

Environment:

• Selenium WebDriver, Jenkins, SQL Developer, Jenkins, Core Java, Appium, WebDriver IO, JBehave, Cucumber, JUnit, Spring Boot

 

Client – BNYM Mellon, Bangalore, India                                                     Dec 2008 to Sep 2011

Employer-Wipro Technologies

Role-QA Manager

Responsibilities:

• Managed work order creation, effort estimation, and daily client discussions on DSR updates.
• Designed and developed QTP Hybrid Framework for Flex, Java, Mainframe, and Power Builder applications (UI & GUI Testing).
• Reviewed test cases for automation feasibility and developed QTP scripts based on manual test cases.
• Delivered Automation Framework and QTP presentations to clients, demonstrating implementation strategies.
• Tracked team progress, resolved complex scripting challenges, and managed offshore teams in absence of the manager.
• Assessed automation ROI, conducted system specifications study, and analyzed requirements following the Waterfall model.

Environment:

• Java, JDBC, XML, Flex, Power Builder, Mainframe, QTP, QC, VB Scripting, Humming Bird Emulator

 

 

Client – SAP Labs, Bangalore, India                                                               Feb 2008 to Dec 2008

Employer-Wipro Technologies

Role-Content Developer

Responsibilities:

• Gathered user requirements, created detailed design documents, and developed stubs using Core Java & AJAX for portal applications.
• Designed and executed white-box test scenarios, integrated QTP 9.5 component scripts, and arranged BPVT sequences for scenario validation.
• Created XML master data files for test validation, performed SOAP UI-based API testing, and conducted ETL software validation.
• Designed POC for Keyword-Driven Testing on BYD, earning client appreciation for developing a BPT automation framework.
• Raised CSNs for application defects, conducted scenario requirement analysis, and actively participated in client and tester meetings to evaluate system performance.

Environment:

• Java, JDBC, XML, SAP Logon, SAP SD, QTP BPT, QC, XML, SOAP UI, Oracle, ETL tools

 

Client – Verisign, Bangalore, India                                                                 Mar 2006 to Jan 2008

Employer-Mphasis BFL

Role-Software Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Reviewed software requirement specifications (Waterfall model), understood user requirements, test plans, and test specifications.
• Developed Core Java interfaces to consume SOAP APIs for QTP automation. Created VB scripting keywords for automation frameworks.
• Managed version control, test director, and coding standards for QTP scripting. Integrated QC OTA into existing frameworks.
• Deployed and connected to QA databases using Tomcat, performed backend validation using QTP for SOAP API testing.

Environment:

• QTP, Oracle TOAD 8.4, Web Application, VB Scripting, QC, Jira, VSS