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Lavanya Sudarshan

Lutz,FL

Summary

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test with 15+ years of hands-on experience driving test automation, quality engineering, and end-to-end SDLC delivery across telecom, enterprise, and data-driven platforms. Strong programming expertise in Java, Python, SQL, and C++, building robust automation frameworks, scalable test solutions, and efficient backend validation strategies. Proven track record of architecting enterprise-grade automation frameworks, implementing CI/CD-driven quality practices, and leading automation transformation initiatives that improve test coverage, accelerate release cycles, and reduce production defects. Extensive experience in UI, API, and ETL/data validation testing, with a strong focus on quality ownership, system reliability, and continuous improvement in Agile environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

Infinite Computer Solutions Inc
Tampa, FL
03.2020 - Current
  • Client: Verizon Communications
  • Project: iEN Delphi
  • Architected and implemented scalable automation frameworks using Java, Selenium WebDriver, Cucumber (BDD), and TestNG
  • Developed robust automation scripts in Java and Python for UI and API validation
  • Automated network configuration validation workflows, ensuring correct service provisioning and bandwidth validation
  • Built end-to-end UI and API automation suites for critical business flows
  • Developed automation POCs to identify high-value automation opportunities
  • Integrated automation into Jenkins CI/CD pipelines, enabling continuous testing and rapid feedback
  • Performed API automation using RestAssured (Java), Postman, and SOAPUI
  • Executed functional, regression, and integration testing, reducing defect leakage
  • Conducted cross-browser and cross-platform validation
  • Performed backend data validation using SQL, ensuring data consistency across distributed systems
  • Led defect triage, RCA, and collaboration with development teams
  • Maintained test artifacts (plans, cases, reports) in JIRA/ALM
  • Implemented BDD and data-driven testing frameworks
  • Monitored pipeline executions and analyzed failures using logs and scripts
  • Actively contributed to Agile ceremonies and sprint delivery
  • Led full software development lifecycle for complex applications, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Streamlined deployment processes using CI/CD tools, enhancing release efficiency and reducing downtime.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver high-quality solutions on schedule.
  • Conducted code reviews to ensure adherence to industry standards and enhance overall code quality.
  • Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.

Automation Test Lead

TechPillars
Tampa, FL
12.2017 - 02.2020
  • Client: Verizon Communications
  • Projects: Customer Activation, Dispatch
  • Designed and developed automation frameworks for web and mobile applications using Java, Selenium, and Appium
  • Automated telecom workflows on OpenStack-based cloud infrastructure
  • Participated in requirement analysis, test planning, and risk assessment
  • Provided test environment and lab setup inputs for network validation
  • Implemented CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins for regression and health checks
  • Developed and maintained API automation using RestAssured (Java) and Postman
  • Performed end-to-end testing across SIT and production environments
  • Executed production validation testing post-deployment
  • Led test estimation, scheduling, execution, and defect management
  • Performed cross-browser, cross-platform, and mobile testing (UIAutomator)
  • Built automation acceptance test suites using Selenium + Cucumber
  • Developed and implemented test plans using Selenium and TestNG frameworks for agile projects.
  • Mentored junior testers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify automation requirements and align project goals.

Senior Automation Tester

TechPillars
Tampa, FL
02.2017 - 11.2017
  • Client: System Soft Technologies
  • Project: Key2Options Trading Platform
  • Developed data-driven automation frameworks using Java, Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, and Cucumber
  • Automated trading analytics and historical data validation workflows
  • Implemented cross-browser testing using dynamic locators (XPath, HTML IDs)
  • Used Apache POI (Java) for Excel-driven test data management
  • Executed functional and regression automation suites
  • Performed API testing using Postman and SOAPUI
  • Integrated automation with Jenkins CI pipelines
  • Created UAT documentation with screenshots for business users
  • Managed test data and environment setup

Senior Software Engineer (QA/SDET)

Nokia (Alcatel-Lucent India Ltd.)
Chennai India
02.2011 - 03.2013
  • Project: Network Analyzer – Fiber
  • Configured and validated GPON network components (OLT, ONT)
  • Performed end-to-end network testing for bandwidth and connectivity (HSI)
  • Executed functional, integration, regression, system, and security testing (NMAP)
  • Developed SQL queries for backend validation (MySQL)
  • Automated test cases using Selenium RC and Selenium IDE
  • Created UNIX shell scripts for test optimization and execution
  • Maintained traceability matrix and defect tracking in JIRA
  • Generated test reports and RCA analysis for stakeholders

Software Engineer

Tech Mahindra Ltd.
Chennai India
09.2006 - 01.2011
  • Projects: Cisco Network Registrar (CNR), SM Security
  • Designed and executed test cases and automation scripts for DNS/DHCP systems using C, C++, and Java-based tools
  • Performed functional, integration, regression, and stress testing
  • Conducted RFC compliance testing for networking features
  • Worked on Build Acceptance Testing (BATS – smoke testing)
  • Participated in requirement analysis and design reviews
  • Managed defect tracking and reporting

Education

MBA - Systems

Madras University
Chennai India
05-2009

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Anna University
Chennai India
05-2006

Skills

  • Test Automation: Selenium WebDriver, Selenium RC/IDE, Cucumber (BDD), TestNG
  • API Testing: REST, SOAP, RestAssured, Postman, SOAPUI
  • Programming: Java, Python, SQL, C
  • Frameworks: BDD (Cucumber/Gherkin), Data-Driven & Hybrid Frameworks
  • CI/CD & DevOps: Jenkins (pipeline creation & monitoring), Git
  • Data & ETL Testing: SQL validation, data pipeline testing, BI/report validation
  • Test Management: JIRA, HP ALM, Confluence, CARES, CDETS, TIMS
  • Protocols & Domain: DHCP, TCP/IP, SS7, GPON (Telecom expertise)
  • Tools: Eclipse, DB Visualizer, WinSCP, FileZilla, PuTTY
  • Methodologies: Agile/Scrum, STLC, Defect Lifecycle

Websites

Certification

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Timeline

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

Infinite Computer Solutions Inc
03.2020 - Current

Automation Test Lead

TechPillars
12.2017 - 02.2020

Senior Automation Tester

TechPillars
02.2017 - 11.2017

Senior Software Engineer (QA/SDET)

Nokia (Alcatel-Lucent India Ltd.)
02.2011 - 03.2013

Software Engineer

Tech Mahindra Ltd.
09.2006 - 01.2011

MBA - Systems

Madras University

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Anna University