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Promita Pal

Toronto,ON

Summary

Innovative and results-driven Automation Architect with 19 years of experience in automation and functional testing, specializing in Robot Framework, Python, Selenium (Java & Python), and CI/CD integration. Adept at planning and implementing automation strategies, selecting the most effective testing approaches, and ensuring timely project completion. Strong expertise in Veeva Vault automation, GxP compliance, and multi-vendor project managementacross banking, payment systems, retail, and healthcare domains.

Recognized for outstanding leadership, risk management, and strategic thinking, with a proven ability to upskill teams, optimize automation frameworks, and drive efficiency. Experienced in test case creation, execution, defect tracking & management, and continuous integration with Jenkins and GitHub.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Lead Project Manager

Wipro Technologies
03.2015 - Current
  • Architected Veeva Vault automation frameworks, ensuring compliance with GxP standards.
  • Led multi-vendor automation projects across banking, payment systems, and healthcare domains.
  • Designed and implemented mobile automation solutions for execution on Sauce Labs and physical devices.
  • Developed web automation frameworks using Robot Framework and Python, integrating with CI/CD pipelines.
  • Managed defect tracking and management, collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve issues efficiently.
  • Oversaw database automation, optimizing SQL queries for performance and accuracy.
  • Led team upskilling initiatives, mentoring engineers and improving automation capabilities.
  • Provided automation solutions and support for Johnson & Johnson, managing the GMA project and integrating Robot Framework with Jira-Xray, qTest, and Jenkins.

Senior Software Engineer (Test Lead)

Praxis Softech Solutions
03.2013 - 10.2014
  • Wrote detailed requirements to create robust test plans and realistic work estimates for testing phases.
  • Reviewed project specification documentation to create appropriate testing methodologies.
  • Streamlined testing processes to identify areas in need of improvement.
  • Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
  • Worked with supervisors to improve testing capabilities.
  • Directed teams completing regression tests to support successful product development stages.
  • Provided reports on milestones, issues and test concerns to project managers for assistance.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with clients and contractors.
  • Reviewed, evaluated, and identified requirements for testability.
  • Executed test cases and documented defects, confirming resolution and mitigation of defects.

QA Test Lead

Cognizant Technologies Solutions
11.2009 - 10.2014
  • Collaborated with QA team to test software quality through manual and automated testing.
  • Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
  • Defined and identified test cases for new application development.
  • Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
  • Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
  • Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
  • Teamed on planned tests and time-sensitive ad hoc requests.
  • Tested functional and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications.
  • Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team.
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
  • Developed, implemented and maintained automated testware for scripts, functions and programs to boost testing efficiency.
  • Collaborated with product owners to stay current on intended functionality.
  • Wrote and optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing with consistent, thorough approaches.
  • Recommended changes and corrections to developers for optimal software performance and usability.
  • Completed in-depth usability testing on Windows, Android and iOS mobile devices.

Test Engineer

RS Software
05.2006 - 11.2009
  • Work for VISA client (VIP project) on payment system domain
  • Create Test plan, Test Design and Test Summary report.
  • Create ISO 8583 messages based upon requirement doc
  • Tested functional and compatibility of new programs or updates in comparison to existing applications.
  • Completed in-depth usability testing on mainframe for different payment services ( Mobile Alert Service, PVS, AVS etc. )
  • Created satisfied customers by providing attentive customer service and quick problem solving.
  • Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
  • Supported test review, defect control and configuration management within delivery pipeline.
  • Gathered data on integration issues and vulnerabilities, reported findings and recommended improvements.
  • Carried out tests to identify, report and repair bugs and glitches.
  • Run transaction and validate different cut tape (DTD,CSI,RSI) to verify the different field value
  • Wrote and optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing with consistent, thorough approaches.
  • Assessed software bugs and compiled findings along with suggested resolutions for development team members.
  • Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team.

Education

B. TECH - ELECTRONICS & COMMUNICATION

West Bengal University of Technology, Kolkata
08.2005

Skills

  • Automation Expertise: Web, Mobile (Sauce Labs & Physical Devices), Database, API, Desktop, Linux
  • Test Management: Test Case Creation, Test Execution, Defect Tracking & Management
  • CI/CD & Version Control: Jenkins, GitHub, Bitbucket
  • Programming Languages: Python, Java, C, VB, Macro Programming (Excel)
  • Database & API Testing: SQL Queries, SOAP, XML
  • Agile Methodologies: Scrum, Kanban
  • Operating Systems: UNIX/Linux Automation
  • Project Management: GxP Compliance, Effort Estimation, Multi-Vendor Project Handling, Team Upskilling
  • Test Management Tools: Jira-Xray, TestRail, ALM, TFS, qTest

Timeline

Technical Lead Project Manager

Wipro Technologies
03.2015 - Current

Senior Software Engineer (Test Lead)

Praxis Softech Solutions
03.2013 - 10.2014

QA Test Lead

Cognizant Technologies Solutions
11.2009 - 10.2014

Test Engineer

RS Software
05.2006 - 11.2009

B. TECH - ELECTRONICS & COMMUNICATION

West Bengal University of Technology, Kolkata

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