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Surya Mahalakshmi

Surya Mahalakshmi is an experienced SDET/QA Automation Engineer with over 5 years in developing and executing test suites for RESTful APIs and front-end UIs. They possess strong skills in automation frameworks, API testing tools, and CI/CD pipelines, along with a solid educational background in Computer Science. Surya has held various roles, including Software Automation Engineer Intern and Test Lead, demonstrating leadership and technical expertise in software quality assurance.

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Surya Mahalakshmi

Surya Mahalakshmi is an experienced SDET/QA Automation Engineer with over 5 years in developing and executing test suites for RESTful APIs and front-end UIs. They possess strong skills in automation frameworks, API testing tools, and CI/CD pipelines, along with a solid educational background in Computer Science. Surya has held various roles, including Software Automation Engineer Intern and Test Lead, demonstrating leadership and technical expertise in software quality assurance.

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SURYA MAHALAKSHMI

Jersey City, NJ (Open to Relocate)


+1(551)-344-8767 | Email: [email protected] | LinkedIn

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
• With 5+ years of experience as an SDET/QA Automation Engineer, I specialize in developing and executing
comprehensive test suites for RESTful API back-ends and front-end UI, ensuring thorough coverage of user stories and
edge cases.
• Proficient in maintaining and expanding Automation Framework .NET library for API and UI testing, integrating with tools
like Selenium WebDriver and Playwright, and orchestrating CI/CD pipelines.
• Skilled in API testing tools such as Postman and Swagger, with a strong understanding of HTTP/HTTPS protocols, JSON,
and XML, enabling effective validation of API functionality and data integrity.
• Seasoned in requirement gathering, test script execution, and leading User Acceptance Testing (UAT) sessions,
emphasizing continuous improvement and mentorship.

EDUCATION
New York Institute of Technology, New York May 2024
Masters, Computer Science, and Information (GPA 3.74)
Anna University, Chennai May 2017
Bachelors, Information Technology (GPA 7.42)

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Languages: C#, Java, Python
Web Technology: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSON, XML
Databases: SQL, PostgreSQL
Tools: Playwright, Selenium, TestNG, Postman, Swagger, AWS Lambda, Junit, Jira, TFS, HP ALM/QC
CI/CD Tools Jenkins, Maven
Applications: T24, Fiserv PSH, OLBB, CLOS
Version Control: GitHub, Gitlab
Troubleshooting Root Cause Analysis and Debugging Techniques.
Business Skills: Agile Methodology, Scrum, SDLC, Defect Management, Data Analysis
Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows, Linux
Certification: Selenium-4, EMC Academic Associate for Data Science and Big Data Analytics

BUSINESS EXPERIENCE
TransPerfect, USA June 2023 - Present
Role: Software Automation Engineer Intern
• Developed comprehensive test suites for RESTful API back-ends and front-end UI.
• Understand and emulate user stories, while exploring edge cases and testing all possible scenarios.
• Maintain and expand an Automation Framework .NET library designed for RESTful API testing as well as UI testing
(configurable for Selenium WebDriver or Playwright).
• Framework functionalities comprise email testing, test data generation, automated data setup, and seamless integration with
services like Lambda Test.
• Engaged in multiple projects within the company, specializing in end-to-end test automation for both API and Frontend.
• Spearheaded CI/CD pipelines to integrate test execution into Pull Requests.
• Collaborated with Core Development Team, providing feedback on improving Code Quality.
• Proficient in API testing tools such as Postman, Swagger and Strong understanding of HTTP/HTTPS protocols, JSON, and
XML.

Teaching Assistant, NYIT Jan 2024 – May 2024


• Streamlined the coursework, syllabus, power point presentations and assignments for courses – Operating System Security
(CSCI -620)
• Provided technical guidance and support to students in understanding security vulnerabilities and implementing effective
countermeasures.
• Graded assignments and exams, ensuring fair and consistent evaluation of students' understanding of operating system
security principles.
Virtusa Polaris Ltd, India Aug 2021 - Sep 2022
Role: Associate Consultant
• Managed a team of eight members as Test Lead, ensuring oversight of defect tracking in accordance with SLA and QA
Closure time.
• Demonstrated expertise in Web browser Automation utilizing BDD cucumber framework and gained extensive experience
in Full Stack API’s (REST, SOAP).
• Collaborated closely with the Data Warehouse and Business Intelligence teams to validate data load processes.
• Prepared automated test scripts utilizing Selenium WebDriver and TestNG framework with JAVA on Eclipse, adept in
crafting XPATH expressions for web element location.
• Created, executed, and managed automated test scripts for regression, functional, and performance testing.
• Formulated and executed comprehensive test cases using JIRA’S Test Management module, ensuring meticulous coverage
of functional and non-functional requirements.
• Conducted API testing using Postman to verify the functionality and reliability of RESTful APIs, ensuring data integrity
and system interoperability.

Cognizant Technology Solution, India Mar 2021 - Aug 2021


Role: Associate Project
• Engaged in customer interactions to discern their needs, gather, analyze, and document requirements, ensuring ongoing
communication throughout the development cycle, managing expectations, resolving issues, and furnishing project status
updates.
• Proficient in SDLC, STLC, Waterfall and Agile Methodologies.
• Improved test cases using Java programming features and TestNG Annotations.
• Conducted cross-browser testing (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, IE) for multiple UI components.
• Worked closely with business analysts and development teams to identify critical areas of business and technical
requirements for test cases prioritization.
• Supported releases by executing regression test cases, ensuring timely product delivery.
• Participated in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospective meetings to provide testing updates, identify risks, and
contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Maveric Systems Pvt Ltd, India Nov 2017 - Mar 2021


Role: Software Quality Analyst
• During the requirement analysis phase, collaborated with the Business Analyst to ascertain the workflows.
• Possess a proficient understanding of SQL, with hands-on experience in SQL Server and MySQL.
• Engaged directly with clients in Muscat for User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and facilitated business users in meeting their
objectives by executing test scripts according to specifications. Additionally, conducted Web automation using the Test-
Driven Development (TDD) approach and TestNG framework.
• Enhanced application quality by identifying and reporting defects across various devices.
• Organized Root Cause Analysis (RCA) meetings to pinpoint exact causes and develop mitigation plans. Also, engaged
with clients during Functional walkthroughs of requirements.
• Established a reliable knowledge repository for future testing cycles by meticulously maintaining up-to-date and well-
organized test case documentation in JIRA.
• Provided mentorship and guidance to junior QA team members on test automation best practices, coding standards, and
tools usage.

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