Atharva R Helaskar

About Atharva R Helaskar

Hey, I\'m Atharva :) Results-driven and detail-oriented Software Test Engineer with 3.9 years of hands-on experience in Web, Mobile, API, and Performance Automation Testing. Possesses a strong analytical mindset with a natural ability to identify defects and break complex systems—an ability that has been refined into a professional strength through structured testing methodologies and automation excellence.Highly experienced in building scalable automation frameworks from the ground up, improving test coverage, reducing regression cycles, and enhancing overall product quality. Adept at working in fast-paced Agile environments, collaborating cross-functionally, and taking ownership of quality initiatives. Demonstrates emerging technical leadership, mentoring peers, driving best practices, and contributing to strategic test planning.Technical Skills & ExpertiseAutomation & Test FrameworksDesigned and developed API automation frameworks from scratch, supporting:Multiple languagesSchema validationData-driven testingDetailed reporting using Extent ReportsAdvanced expertise in REST API Automation using:Rest Assured, Java, Cucumber, JUnitWeb application automation using:Selenium WebDriver, Java, TestNG, CucumberBuilt Mobile Automation frameworks end-to-end using:Appium, Java, TestNG, MavenModern test automation using:Python, Playwright, PyTestAPI, Performance & Backend TestingStrong experience in API validation, contract testing, and negative testingPerformance testing using JMeter, including:Test plan creationLoad, stress, and scalability testingOwnership of performance testing for multiple sub-modulesBackend and database testing with:SQL, PL/SQLSQL Developercx_OracleProficient in analyzing logs, database records, and API responses to identify root causesDevOps, CI/CD & ToolingVersion control and collaboration using Git and GitLabCI/CD pipeline integration with:JenkinsAzure DevOpsAutomated test execution as part of build and deployment pipelinesExperience with environment setup, test data management, and reporting automationQuality Ownership & LeadershipTook end-to-end ownership of automation strategy and execution for multiple modulesActively contributed to production issue debugging, reducing recurring defects and improving system stabilityMentored junior testers and guided team members on:Automation best practicesFramework designDebugging techniquesCollaborated with product managers, developers, and DevOps teams to ensure quality-driven deliveryAdvocated for continuous improvement in test processes

Experience

1. Senior Software Development Engineer Test

   Mastercard

   Oct 2024 — Present

   I am contributing to the maintenance and enhancement of a Python-based UI automation framework for integration testing. In addition to maintaining the existing framework, I designed and implemented a custom Python-based integration testing framework using Playwright.The framework supports end-to-end validation across UI, database, and APIs, enabling comprehensive test coverage and reliable validation of business workflows. It includes reusable test components, environment configuration handling, and robust assertion and reporting mechanisms.Alongside automation, I also perform manual testing to validate new features, exploratory scenarios, and edge cases, ensuring overall product quality and providing feedback to improve test coverage and framework stability.

Education

• Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering