Vismay Bhatlawande
Brighton
Summary
Experienced and results-driven QA Engineer with expertise in automation testing for UI and API applications. Skilled in Kotlin, Java, Selenium, BDD, JUnit, and Spring, with strong SQL and CI/CD pipeline integration experience. Adept in Agile methodologies, test automation, and defect tracking, ensuring high-quality software delivery in fast-paced, high-pressure environments within the financial industry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
QA engineer
Tata Consultancy Services (Client- Morgan Stanley)
Pune
09.2020 - Current
- Developed a thorough grasp of financial markets system workflows and business operations so our automation initiatives would address vital requirements.
- Designed and implemented automated test scripts for UI and API applications using Kotlin, Java, Selenium, Cucumber (BDD), Gherkin, JUnit, and Spring, reducing manual testing efforts by around 60% and improving test execution speed.
- Enhanced and maintained an existing automation framework, making it more scalable, stable, and efficient, leading to an approximately 50% reduction in test execution time.
- Partnered closely with developers, business analysts, and product teams to improve automated testing capabilities, ensuring almost 90% test coverage across key functionalities.
- Led and executed functional and regression testing, catching and resolving critical defects through early bug identification and collaboration.
- Created and maintained detailed documentation for automation scripts, frameworks, and processes, enabling seamless knowledge transfer and reducing onboarding time for new team members.
- Integrated a BDD automation framework with the CI/CD pipeline, enabling continuous testing and reducing deployment cycle times.
- Used Oracle SQL for backend validation, query execution, and data verification, ensuring accuracy and consistency in automated test cases.
- Worked in an Agile environment, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, aligning testing strategies with development timelines for smooth releases.
- Reviewed and converted manual user acceptance tests (UAT) into automated scripts, reducing manual efforts by around 60% and ensuring repeatable, reliable test execution.
- Utilized Unix commands and Splunk for log analysis and debugging, significantly improving issue identification and resolution times.
- Managed critical and multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong problem-solving, organization, and collaboration skills while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Education
Master of Science - Advanced Computer Science
University of Sussex
Brighton 09.2023 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Telecommunication engineering
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune 08.2016 - 08.2020
Skills
Technical Skills
- Programming Languages: Kotlin, Java (Java 17), Python
- Test Automation: Selenium, BDD, Cucumber, Gherkin, JUnit, TestNG, RestAssured
- Framework Development: Expertise in designing and building BDD/Cucumber Test Automation Frameworks
- API Testing: Postman, RestAssured, SOAP UI
- Databases: Oracle SQL-query execution, validation, and data verification
- CI/CD & DevOps Tools: Jenkins, Maven, BitBucket/Git, Docker (basic)
- Development Tools: IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse
- Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS (AWS Practitioner Certification preferred)
- Logging & Monitoring: Splunk, Unix/Linux commands
- Messaging Queues: Basic familiarity with Kafka, RabbitMQ
- Strong functional and automation testing experience in UI and API-based applications
- Test planning, test case creation, execution, and defect tracking
- Functional, regression, user acceptance (UAT), and end-to-end testing
- Agile development methodologies – Scrum, Kanban, Sprint Planning, Stand-ups, and Retrospectives
- Experience working in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments
Accomplishments
- TCS Contextual Master Award- Recognized for expertise in Alternative Investments, implementing process improvements in fund management that reduced revenue loss by $40,000, and optimized financial advisory operations.
- TCS On-the-Spot Award- Awarded for exceptional contribution, commitment, and impactful support in delivering key business solutions.
- TCS Special Initiative Award- Awarded for outstanding contributions and initiatives, serving as an inspiring role model within the organization.
- TCS Xcelerate Warrior Award- Awarded the prestigious Xcelerate Warrior recognition for outstanding dedication, commitment to excellence, and professional growth.
Certification
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals AZ-900- Earned certification validating foundational knowledge of Microsoft Azure services, cloud concepts, and security principles.
- Certified in Java programming through the Spoken Tutorial Project by IIT Bombay,
successfully completing an online exam as part of the National Mission on Education
through ICT.
Research Papers
Velcro Cutting Machine using PLC Programming with Stepper Motor and Encoder (International Journal of Future Generation Communication and Networking Vol. 13, No. 2s, (2020), pp. 93–99)- Co-authored a research paper on Velcro Cutting Machine using PLC Programming, published in the International Journal of Future Generation Communication and Networking. Designed an automated system using PLC, stepper motors, and HMI to enhance industrial efficiency. Implemented PLC ladder logic programming using RSLogix 500, interfaced with SCADA, and utilized AutoCAD for system design and circuit schematics.
Projects
Enhancing Attendance Management with AI: Implementation and Evaluation of a Facial Recognition-based System- Developed an AI-powered facial recognition attendance system, enhancing accuracy and security in attendance management. Implemented deep learning using Python, TensorFlow, OpenCV, and CNN models. Designed a user-friendly UI with Tkinter, deployed on a scalable framework with SQL database for efficient data handling.
Timeline
Master of Science - Advanced Computer Science
University of Sussex
09.2023 - 09.2024
QA engineer
Tata Consultancy Services (Client- Morgan Stanley)
09.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Telecommunication engineering
Savitribai Phule Pune University
08.2016 - 08.2020
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals AZ-900- Earned certification validating foundational knowledge of Microsoft Azure services, cloud concepts, and security principles.
- Certified in Java programming through the Spoken Tutorial Project by IIT Bombay,
successfully completing an online exam as part of the National Mission on Education
through ICT.
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