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Sachin Suresh

Toronto,Canada

Summary

QA Automation Developer with 6 years of experience in testing web-based applications using manual and automated tools, with strong expertise in Selenium, Java, TestNG, Maven, JIRA, and REST API testing. Proficient in Agile/Waterfall methodologies, backend validation with SQL, and documentation across the SDLC and STLC. Recently expanded into AI-focused automation by integrating OpenAI APIs and LangChain for generating intelligent test scenarios, summaries, and prompt-based workflows. Creator of a Generative AI Instagram page with 137K+ followers, showcasing advanced use of LLMs and automation tools. ISTQB and SAFe certified, with a strong ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Jr. Software Automation Developer

Canadian Tire Financial Services
03.2022 - Current
  • Developed and maintained automation scripts for monthly regression testing, ensuring consistent test coverage in line with application updates and release cycles.
  • Led the migration of an existing Cucumber Java framework into a Spring Boot-based automation framework, converting legacy feature files and implementing new ones for additional requirements.
  • Managed and mentored a team of 4 automation testers during the migration project, improving framework stability and reducing execution time by 40%.
  • Consistently achieved over 90% test pass rates during sprint executions, contributing to improved release confidence and reduced production defects.
  • Reported and tracked 100+ bugs via JIRA, while maintaining complete sprint documentation and reports in Confluence for seamless collaboration.
  • Utilized Azure DevOps for test execution, code repository management, and CI/CD integration.
  • Conducted API testing using REST Assured, validating request-response flows and ensuring system reliability.
  • Collaborated with development teams on PEGA and NCAT-based applications to align testing efforts with evolving product requirements.
  • SAFe Certified; actively contributed to Agile ceremonies and supported continuous improvement practices in line with SAFe methodologies.

QA Automation Tester

Delphi Technology
11.2020 - 03.2022
  • Worked on 5+ major projects through the complete Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality benchmarks.
  • Designed and implemented a Selenium WebDriver automation framework using Page Object Model (POM) and TestNG, reducing test execution time by 35% across smoke and regression suites.
  • Developed 200+ test cases based on user stories and collaborated with cross-functional Agile teams during sprint planning and backlog grooming sessions.
  • Performed cross-browser testing using Selenium Grid on Chrome, Firefox, and Internet Explorer to maintain compatibility across 95% of user environments.
  • Created Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) and Test Summary Reports (TSR) for 8+ releases to ensure 100% coverage of business requirements.
  • Collaborated with QA and Dev teams to maintain over 90% pass rates in automated regression suites during bi-weekly sprint cycles.
  • Performed REST API testing using Postman, verifying response payloads, headers, and status codes, helping catch backend issues before frontend integration.
  • Achieved 98% defect resolution rate by raising, tracking, and retesting bugs in JIRA, contributing to smoother UAT and production rollouts.

Data Associate / Software QA Tester

Amazon Development Center
09.2016 - 05.2018
  • Worked on Alexa (Artificial Intelligence device) domain to provide the skills and knowledge to highlight, prioritize and find issues related to i18n.
  • Worked on Agile methodology leveraging SDLC and STLC tools to improve development and testing efficiency.
  • Independently analyzes issues, recommends software changes and writes detailed bug reports.
  • Cooperated with developers to design 50+ test cases for regular enhancements for internal applications.
  • Experience in working on Data Driven Framework combined with Page Object Model Design pattern.
  • Created test scripts using Selenium Webdriver, Java or TestNG Annotations
  • Automated test scripts for Smoke, Sanity, System, Functional and Regression Testing
  • Created test data using SQL, wrote basic SQL queries for back-end testing
  • Awarded 'Employee of the month' twice and got nominated several times

Education

Masters in Engineering -

Memorial University of Newfoundland
05.2020

Skills

  • Development methodologies (Agile/ Scrum, Waterfall)
  • Testing Framework (Page Object Model, Hybrid Testing Framework)
  • Programming Languages (Java, C)
  • Agile Project Management Tool / Defect Tracking (JIRA, Confluence)
  • Web browser automation tools (Selenium WebDriver, TestNG)
  • Continuous integration tool (Jenkins)
  • API Testing (Postman)
  • REST API
  • Build Automation Tool (Apache Maven)
  • Version control tool (Git and GitHub)
  • Database/ Database tools (SQL server, MySQL)
  • Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Websites

Certification

  • ISTQB Foundation Level Certification
  • SAFe Certified
  • Advanced Selenium with Java certificate
  • Agile Testing – LinkedIn Certificate
  • Software Testing: Testing throughout the SDLC LinkedIn Certificate
  • SQL for testers – LinkedIn Certificate

Timeline

Jr. Software Automation Developer

Canadian Tire Financial Services
03.2022 - Current

QA Automation Tester

Delphi Technology
11.2020 - 03.2022

Data Associate / Software QA Tester

Amazon Development Center
09.2016 - 05.2018

Masters in Engineering -

Memorial University of Newfoundland

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