Nithya Sumantha

Automation Development: Built and automated testing frameworks in Python integrated with GitLab CI/CD for continuous quality of infotainment software. QA & Documentation: Designed and executed smoke and sanity tests, documented procedures, and tracked defects in Jira/Confluence. Process Improvement: Created Confluence standards for integration testing. CI/CD Workflow: Automated merge requests, managed Git version control, and validated pipeline status post-merge.

Automation & Maintenance: Built and maintained automated regression suites for web and desktop apps using Selenium (Java) and UFT. Test Strategy: Analyzed requirements and created tailored test plans for functional, E2E, and regression testing. CI Integration: Integrated tests into Jenkins CI/CD for faster feedback. API & DB Validation: Used Postman for API testing and SQL for data checks. Collaboration: Worked with dev teams on defect analysis and tracking via Jira.

Desktop Automation Leadership: Led the desktop automation initiative, developing frameworks and evaluating tools (TestComplete, Ranorex, Katalon) for optimal desktop app testing. Managed full test cycles with Zephyr for Jira, ensuring coverage and efficient reporting. Collaborated with Germany-based developers and Product Owners to align requirements. Created detailed test plans, maintained Traceability Matrices, and improved tracking processes for complete requirement coverage.

Client Focus: Contract Engineer for FIS, testing web-based banking apps with focus on regulatory compliance. Multi-App Testing: Handled two apps simultaneously, showing adaptability and prioritization. API & Web Testing: Validated REST APIs, did system, integration, regression, and DB verification. Agile Defect Mgmt: Created/executed manual & automated tests, managed defects in Jira. CI/CD: Used Git for script versioning, ensuring stable test environments.

End-to-End QA: Managed full testing cycles using manual and automated methods per project needs. Technical Breadth: Conducted functional, integration, and database testing for multiple clients. Process & Collaboration: Worked in Agile (Scrum/Kanban), ensuring clear client communication and smooth delivery. Automation: Enhanced test automation with reusable, modular scripts for better coverage.