Bharath Munirathinam
I am Bharath Munirathinam, a dedicated Senior Automation Engineer with over 13 years of experience in embedded software testing, test management, automation, and team leadership.
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I am Bharath Munirathinam, a dedicated Senior Automation Engineer with over 13 years of experience in embedded software testing, test management, automation, and team leadership. I have led QA efforts across avionics, middleware, firmware, API, and cloud environments, driving quality improvements and delivering robust automation frameworks. I thrive on solving complex testing challenges, mentoring teammates, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure reliable, scalable solutions.
Based in Auckland, I enjoy coaching new joiners, streamlining testing processes, and contributing to agile delivery with a strong focus on product quality and customer value.
- 15 years' experience
- Joined November 2025
Industry experience
- Software & Internet
- Professional Services
- Manufacturing
- Financial Services
- Media & Entertainment
- Computers & Electronics
- Other
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Work experience· 9 roles
Preparing test plans and developing test cases using an automation framework for new features (Middleware and Firmware, API and Cloud Environment). Test cases and scripts are written using Java and Python. Significantly enhanced testing processes and quality. Worked closely with developers, product owners and project managers for resolution, feature clarifications, and suggestions. Converted manual test cases into automation. Participated in Agile PI & Sprint planning and provided estimation and planning for testing committed features. Performed regression tests on release builds. Maintained the automation framework in GitHub. Demoed features to customers and internal teams. Mentored new joiners and team members.
Prepared test plans and developed automated test cases for new features (Middleware, Firmware, API, and Cloud Environment). Implemented test cases and scripts using Java and Python, significantly enhancing testing processes and quality. Collaborated with developers, product owners, and project managers for feature clarifications and resolutions. Converted manual test cases to automation, participated in agile PI & Sprint planning with testing estimations, performed regression testing on release builds, maintained the automation framework in GitHub, and demonstrated features to customers and internal teams. Mentored new joiners and team members.
Technically managed a team of 10 engineers. Responsible for program execution in terms of cost, schedule, quality, and milestone adherence. Served as FMS SDP Owner, driving YOY improvement initiatives across FMS programs. Led common test (Pre-Integration) methodologies and process improvements; aligned with internal/external stakeholders to improve productivity and deliverables. Guided problem solving and escalation, and ensured alignment with DO-178B/DO-332 standards. Involved in hardware/software integration planning and mentoring across sites.
Education· 6
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