Rutuja Khemalapure

About Rutuja Khemalapure

I am a QA Automation Engineer with a strong foundation in both UI and API test automation, and a growing focus on quality ownership, framework scalability, and team-level impact. I have contributed to improving application stability, increasing test coverage, and supporting faster, more reliable software delivery.🧪 UI Automation ExpertiseMy technical expertise lies in Selenium WebDriver with Java, where I have automated complex web application workflows using TestNG and Cucumber (BDD). I am experienced in: Working with different locator strategies. Handling dynamic web elements. Managing waits, synchronization challenges, and cross-browser testing. I follow Page Object Model (POM) and hybrid framework principles to build maintainable, reusable, and scalable automation solutions. API Testing & AutomationAlongside UI automation, I have hands-on experience in REST API testing and automation using Postman and Rest Assured. My work includes: Validating request and response payloads. Handling authentication mechanisms. Performing data-driven API testing. Integrating API automation into test frameworks.This combined exposure enables me to contribute effectively to end-to-end quality validation. Tools, CI/CD & Agile PracticesI have worked with tools essential to modern QA engineering, including: Maven for build management, Git for version control, Jenkins for CI/CD integration.I understand how automated test suites fit into Agile development cycles and CI pipelines, and I value early defect detection and stable automation. Leadership, Collaboration & Beyond Testing Beyond individual contributions, I have taken on additional responsibilities such as: Participating in team hiring activities, Conducting technical interviews, Evaluating problem-solving skills and cultural fit. I have also been an active member of an internal content writing club at Infosys, contributing content for internal initiatives and organizational activities. This experience strengthened my communication skills and my ability to clearly present technical and non-technical ideas. Mindset & Career DirectionI am aspiring to grow into an SDET / Test Lead role, combining strong automation skills with leadership and ownership across the product lifecycle. Technical Skills & Focus AreasUI Automation: Selenium WebDriver, Java, TestNG, Cucumber (BDD)API Automation: Postman, Rest AssuredFramework Design: POM, Hybrid FrameworksCI/CD & Tooling: Jenkins, Maven, GitLeadership & Communication: Hiring Support, Interviews, Documentation, Content Writing

Experience

1. Quality Engineering Analyst

   Infosys

   Jul 2022 — Present · Pune, IN

   Phase 1 – UI Automation & Regression TestingContinued working on Selenium-based automation testing using Java, TestNG, and related tools for web applications.Executed sprint-wise testing activities by performing manual testing for current sprint stories and automating eligible test cases from previous sprints.Designed and developed automation scripts using an existing Selenium framework, following Page Object Model and best automation practices.Maintained and enhanced automation test suites to ensure stability, reusability, and consistent regression coverage.Executed automated regression suites periodically to validate application functionality across releases. Phase 2 – API Testing & AutomationTransitioned into REST API testing, performing manual API validation using Postman for functional, negative, and data validation scenarios.Automated REST API test cases using Rest Assured with Java, focusing on request/response validation, authentication handling, and data-driven testing.Integrated API automation with existing test suites to improve backend coverage and support end-to-end testing.Analyzed API test execution results, reported defects, and collaborated with developers to ensure timely resolution. Agile & CollaborationActively participated in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.Collaborated closely with developers, product owners, and QA team members to clarify requirements, validate fixes, and ensure timely delivery of quality releases.

Education

• MSBTE

  Diploma , Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians

• Rajarambapu Institute of Technology, Rajaramnagar, SAKHARALE

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech

• Rajarambapu Institute of Technology, Rajaramnagar, SAKHARALE

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians