Thangamalar V V

Software QA & Test Automation Engineer

Talent

BengaluruMember since September 4, 2026

Regression TestingIntegration TestingSystem TestingSmoke TestingStability TestingEnd-to-End TestingPythonSquishSlashSeleniumPyTestCI/CDPostmanCharles ProxyAPI TestingCrash AnalysisDebuggingJIRATestRailJenkinsVector DaVinciCANoeCANalyzerAgileScrumAUTOSARGateway TestingBSWRTEUDS Diagnostics

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Results-driven Software QA & Test Automation Engineer with 3.5+ years of experience designing Python-based automation frameworks (Squish, Slash, Selenium, PyTest) for web, mobile, and embedded platforms. Expertise in CI/CD integration (Jenkins), API testing (Postman, Charles Proxy), and defect management (JIRA, TestRail) within Agile/Scrum environments. Strong automotive domain knowledge spanning AUTOSAR, ECU validation, CAN/UDS diagnostics, CAN DBC validation, gateway testing, and HIL-style hardware validation using CANoe/CANalyzer.

Proven track record of achieving 95%+ regression coverage, reducing manual effort by 60%, and automating workflows to save 10+ hours per week. Immediate joiner seeking roles in QA Automation, SDET, Python Test Automation, Automotive/Embedded Testing, and HIL Validation.

Experience

Software Engineer - Wipro Ltd

(2022-11 - 2026-05)

Designed and maintained Python-based automation frameworks using Squish and Slash for Ford infotainment (Sync4) embedded systems, achieving 95%+ regression coverage across 100+ automated test scripts on real hardware targets.
Reduced manual testing effort by 60% through automation of regression and stability test suites, improving test coverage and accelerating release cycles.
Implemented CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins for automated smoke and regression testing, enabling 30-minute feedback loops and daily build validation.
Conducted end-to-end testing of HP Smart App integrated with printer hardware (firmware + embedded system), covering Print, Scan, Account Management, Notifications, Mobile Fax, and Printer Connectivity workflows.
Performed API testing and traffic monitoring using Postman and Charles Proxy to validate backend services and diagnose integration issues.
Configured BSW and RTE layers for ECU communication, performed CAN message routing and gateway integration for Ford Enhanced Central Gateway (ECG2) MY25.
Developed Python scripts for automated CAN DBC validation and error detection, reducing manual validation effort and improving diagnostic accuracy.
Executed HIL-style testing on real gateway ECU hardware using CANoe, validating CAN signal/frame routing and cross-system communication.
Logged and tracked 150+ defects in JIRA with detailed logs, screenshots, and stack traces; managed test cases and executions in TestRail.
Conducted weekly stability testing, MTBF analysis, crash triage, and ASD analysis for Ford infotainment embedded systems, ensuring system reliability and real-time performance.
Automated crash ID update process using Python, saving approximately 10 hours per week of manual effort.
Developed and tested embedded driver modules for Adjustable Speed Limiter Warning Buzzer, integrating sensor data for real-time alert mechanisms on hardware platforms.