I am a Senior QA Specialist with 8+ years of experience in end-to-end testing, automation, and quality process leadership for enterprise applications. I’m proficient in Java, Selenium, TestNG, Postman, and CI/CD pipelines, and I thrive in Agile environments to deliver scalable, maintainable test automation frameworks. I collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across software, hardware, and firmware to design robust test strategies, automate regression and integration testing, and drive high-quality releases. My experience spans embedded Linux-based testing, REST API validation, and performance testing, with a hands-on approach to building reliable QA processes and continuous feedback loops in fast-paced environments.

Shilpa Elsa Jacob

I am a Senior QA Specialist with 8+ years of experience in end-to-end testing, automation, and quality process leadership for enterprise applications. I’m proficient in Java, Selenium, TestNG, Postman, and CI/CD pipelines, and I thrive in Agile environments to deliver scalable, maintainable test automation frameworks. I collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across software, hardware, and firmware to design robust test strategies, automate regression and integration testing, and drive high-quality releases. My experience spans embedded Linux-based testing, REST API validation, and performance testing, with a hands-on approach to building reliable QA processes and continuous feedback loops in fast-paced environments.

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I am a Senior QA Specialist with 8+ years of experience in end-to-end testing, automation, and quality process leadership for enterprise applications. I’m proficient in Java, Selenium, TestNG, Postman, and CI/CD pipelines, and I thrive in Agile environments to deliver scalable, maintainable test automation frameworks.

I collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across software, hardware, and firmware to design robust test strategies, automate regression and integration testing, and drive high-quality releases. My experience spans embedded Linux-based testing, REST API validation, and performance testing, with a hands-on approach to building reliable QA processes and continuous feedback loops in fast-paced environments.

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Language

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Work Experience

Senior QA Developer at Arcx Inc.
September 1, 2024 - Present
Led quality assurance and system validation of embedded and enterprise software integrated with hardware and firmware. Analyzed and debugged issues across multiple layers of the embedded technology stack, including hardware, firmware, and software. Documented test results meticulously, tracked defects using standard tools. Validated Linux-based embedded applications developed for real-time user interaction on HMI hardware. Designed and automated regression and integration test cases using Selenium and JavaScript frameworks. Integrated automated test suites into the CI/CD pipeline (Jenkins + Git), enabling continuous test execution and faster feedback. Developed and executed JMeter scripts to evaluate performance and system stability. Participated in sprint planning with the Scrum team, contributing QA insights. Designed and executed comprehensive test plans for embedded software on Linux-based HMI devices. Performed functional, regression, and integration testing under deadlines. Colla
Senior QA Analyst at Wipro Limited
January 1, 2022 - September 1, 2024
Delivered QA solutions for enterprise applications, ensuring compliance with client and business standards. Authored comprehensive test plans, cases, and strategies to support SIT, UAT, and regression testing. Led change request management and defect triage sessions, ensuring timely issue resolution and impact analysis. Worked extensively on REST API testing, leveraging Postman for request validation and performance testing. Integrated test automation within CI/CD pipelines using Selenium and Jenkins. Supported ongoing QA process improvements, documentation updates, and framework optimization initiatives.
Senior Test Engineer at Wipro Limited
September 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022
Worked across Banking, Insurance, Capital Markets, and Retail, supporting clients such as Deutsche Bank, Liberty Group Limited, National Stock Exchange of India (NSE), Ross Stores Inc., and TD Bank Group. Executed manual and automated testing for large-scale web and mobile applications. Implemented test automation frameworks using Selenium and TestNG to improve coverage and efficiency. Performed functional testing of mainframe-based underwriting applications, validating end-to-end workflows, rating logic, eligibility checks, and policy issuance. Conducted data validation through SQL and performed backend testing to verify data integrity. Tested APIs, validated JSON/XML responses, and ensured performance reliability under varying loads. Managed defect reporting, tracking, and change requests using Jira and qTest/ALM. Participated in Agile ceremonies including sprint reviews, backlog refinement, and retrospectives to align QA goals.

Education

Master of Technology (MTech) in Software Engineering at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Rajasthan, India
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor of Computer Applications at Mahatma Gandhi University, India
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Professional Services, Retail

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