I am a results-driven software test professional with a proven ability to deliver high-quality testing solutions across manual, functional, integration, and automation domains in complex, multi-industry environments. I enjoy shaping test strategy, translating complex business needs into robust artefacts, and mentoring testing teams to achieve quality goals. My experience spans RPA validations (UiPath and Leapwork), web/API/ETL testing, and large-scale program delivery, enabling stable bot deployments and faster release cycles while reducing post-release defects.

Sandesh Sadanand

I am a results-driven software test professional with a proven ability to deliver high-quality testing solutions across manual, functional, integration, and automation domains in complex, multi-industry environments. I enjoy shaping test strategy, translating complex business needs into robust artefacts, and mentoring testing teams to achieve quality goals. My experience spans RPA validations (UiPath and Leapwork), web/API/ETL testing, and large-scale program delivery, enabling stable bot deployments and faster release cycles while reducing post-release defects.

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I am a results-driven software test professional with a proven ability to deliver high-quality testing solutions across manual, functional, integration, and automation domains in complex, multi-industry environments.

I enjoy shaping test strategy, translating complex business needs into robust artefacts, and mentoring testing teams to achieve quality goals. My experience spans RPA validations (UiPath and Leapwork), web/API/ETL testing, and large-scale program delivery, enabling stable bot deployments and faster release cycles while reducing post-release defects.

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Language

English
Fluent
Malayalam
Intermediate
Tamil
Fluent
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Intermediate
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Work Experience

RPA Tester at NHS (Princess Alexandra Hospital Trust)
December 13, 2023 - July 31, 2025
Part of the Digital Automation Team; testing RPA bots; test case preparation, test data preparation, test execution and test result generation; performing System Testing and System Integration Testing for RPA; liaising with end users for UAT sign-off; monitoring live bots; Azure DevOps; monthly Windows/Edge upgrades; daily automated test runs. Performed Manual Testing and Automation testing using Leapwork Automation Tool. Also used Playwright (TS) for automation
Test Analyst at ATOS (HMRC, Transitioned from Capgemini)
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Test design, gap analysis, interface testing, test script preparation, test data preparation and defect raising; functional, exploratory, regression testing and backend database testing; automation using SikuliX and Playwright; Tools: SQL Developer, JIRA, Zephyr, SharePoint, Confluence.
Test Analyst at Capgemini (HMRC, Telford)
February 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Test design, test script preparation, payload/API generation, test case execution, test data preparation and defect raising; functional, exploratory, API testing, integration, regression and backend database testing.
Contract Test Analyst at Conduent Parking Enforcement Ltd
July 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Test design, test case execution, test data preparation and defect raising; Agile; functional, exploratory, API, load and regression testing; database backend testing; defect closure via DevOps; Cypress for functional automation, JMeter for load testing; GitHub and Swagger UI/Postman for API testing.
Test Analyst at RPC Tyche
November 1, 2020 - February 1, 2021
TPS is a complex web-based insurance application; test case execution, test data preparation, defect raising and test reporting; functional, exploratory and regression testing; performance testing with JMeter; backend DB testing with MS SQL; collaboration with Consultants, Developers and BAs.
UAT Tester (API) at British Airways
May 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020
NDC project testing; agile ceremonies; testing of NDC functionalities including baggage allowance, catering, multi-city journeys, pricing, ticketing and post-sale servicing; end-user sign-off and UAT readiness.
Integration Tester at Deutsche Bank
September 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Payment X project; ingestion of PayPal XML; risk review; KYC/KYCC checks; test data in XML/JSON; Tableau-based reporting; led a small test team of two; API testing; SQL backend validation.
EBS Test Analyst at National Grid
March 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017
Electricity Balancing System (EBS); complex test data preparation; regression and UAT; Agile; defect management and stakeholder communication; tools included WinSCP, Putty, Oracle SQL Developer, and RQM.
IT Test Analyst at Greenergy Fuels Ltd
May 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Testing tightly coupled legacy systems and supporting a major migration; liaising with business users, DBAs and developers; manual and ETL testing; Selenium-based automation for Web UI; API and database testing; UAT training for business users.
Test Consultant at Certeco Ltd
February 1, 2011 - March 1, 2014
Requirements review, gap analysis, test planning; MTM/TFS-based defect management and test execution; FX PayFac testing; API testing during PayFac integration.
Senior Test Analyst at Trans Global Payments Solution
February 1, 2014 - March 1, 2014
Senior testing for FX pricing and PayFac functionality; API testing; MTM/TFS/Visual Studio based test management.
Senior Test Analyst at Avelo / IRESS
August 1, 2013 - December 1, 2013
System testing for Asset/Wealth management; defect logging and chasing resolution; agile; test case creation, data, execution and UAT.
Senior Test Analyst at Barclays
January 1, 2013 - August 1, 2013
Quality governance for Barclays One HR; quality gates, risk-based testing, status reporting; governance templates and test status dashboards.
SAP Test Analyst at Informa
March 1, 2011 - October 1, 2012
SAP testing across CRM/SD/MSD/Finance; OTC cycle; eCATT automation; upgrade testing; HP QC/ALM; API changes; training and knowledge transfer.
Software Engineer at Accenture Public Services – HMRC
June 1, 2007 - October 1, 2010
Test case preparation, test data creation, test execution and defect reporting; XML-based testing; UNIX backend validation; live tickets management; Rational Robot automation; system, integration and regression testing.
RPA Tester / Senior Test Analyst at NHS (Princess Alexandra Hospital Trust)
December 1, 2023 - July 1, 2025
Tested attended and unattended RPA bots using Leapwork; designed and executed manual and automated test cases; performed system testing, SIT and UAT; created test data, execution reports, and test metrics; collaborated with end users to prepare UAT scripts and obtain sign-off; automated daily regression runs with scheduled email reporting; performed validation after Windows and MS Edge upgrades using Leapwork; used Playwright (TypeScript) for web automation testing.
Test Analyst / Automation Tester at ATOS (HMRC – Transitioned from Capgemini)
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Tested HMRC Border & Trade services; supported cloud migration testing activities; performed manual functional, regression, exploratory and database testing; executed desktop automation using SikuliX and web automation using Playwright; conducted SQL backend validation and defect management.
Senior / Integration / UAT Test Analyst at Multiple Clients
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2020
Delivered manual, UAT, integration and regulatory testing across multiple clients including British Airways, Deutsche Bank, National Grid, Greenergy, Barclays, Informa. Led ETL testing validating large XML and flat-file data sets; performed API testing, backend validation, and automation where applicable; supported business users and conducted UAT walkthroughs; mentored junior testers and contributed to test governance.
Test Analyst at ATOS (HMRC)
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Delivered testing across HMRC Border and Trade systems (DTR, SEED, SECCOM1, COASTS) within a complex, high-volume environment. Led cloud migration testing to ensure data integrity and system stability post-transition. Executed functional, exploratory, and regression testing; identified critical defects and improved release quality. Performed backend data validation using SQL; managed test execution and defect tracking using JIRA, Zephyr, and Confluence.
Test Analyst at Capgemini (HMRC)
February 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Delivered functional, API, and integration testing for the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) program. Generated and validated API payloads using Postman; executed regression and exploratory testing; supported SQL-based backend validation.
Contract Test Analyst at Conduent Parking Enforcement
July 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
End-to-end testing of a web-based permit enforcement application (KVL). Performed API, functional, regression, and performance testing; developed automation using Cypress and executed performance testing using JMeter; managed defects and test tracking via Azure DevOps.
UAT Tester at British Airways
May 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020
Delivered UAT testing for the New Distribution Capability (NDC) airline platform; validated key booking features (baggage, meals, ticketing rules) to ensure a seamless customer experience. Performed API testing using SOAP UI; worked with business stakeholders to support successful product rollouts.
IT Quality Analyst at Greenergy Fuels
May 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Delivered testing across finance, logistics, and trading systems within a fast-paced energy environment. Performed ETL testing and database validation to ensure data accuracy across systems. Tested enterprise applications including Dynamics XRM (D365) and Triple Point. Developed Selenium-based automation for portal pricing validation. Led UAT preparation, trained business users, and supported successful system adoption.
Test Consultant at Certeco
March 1, 2011 - March 1, 2014
Delivered testing services across multiple clients including Barclays, IRESS, and Informa. Performed SAP testing across SD, CRM, and Finance modules within enterprise environments. Automated SAP processes using QTP and eCATT. Produced test governance frameworks and quality gate documentation to support structured delivery.
Senior Software Engineer / Test Lead at Accenture (HMRC)
June 1, 2007 - October 1, 2010
Led test case design and execution based on business and system requirements. Delivered XML-based testing and UNIX backend validation for large-scale government systems. Developed regression automation using Rational Robot. Managed defects and production support tickets within structured delivery environments.

Education

MBA at University Of Madras
July 5, 2023 - May 4, 2026
Grade: First Class

Qualifications

ISTQB - Foundation Level
August 20, 2012 - August 20, 2012
Awarded by BCS
Master Of Business Administration (IT)
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006
B.Sc. Chemistry
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1996
Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA)
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
Certified Software Test Engineer (CSTE)
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
Master Of Business Administration (IT)
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006
B.Sc. Chemistry
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1996
ISEB / BCS Foundation Certificate in Software Testing
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA)
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
Certified Software Test Engineer (CSTE)
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
Master of Business Administration (IT)
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006
Diploma in Java Programming
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999
B.Sc. Chemistry
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1996
ISEB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing – BCS
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026
Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA) – QAI Global Institute
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026
Certified Software Test Engineer (CSTE) – QAI Global Institute
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Government, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Transportation & Logistics, Travel & Hospitality, Energy & Utilities, Software & Internet, Professional Services

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