Salah Payyunni

About Salah Payyunni

14+ years of experience in Software Engineering, Hardware Automation, and Test Infrastructure Development. Dynamic and results-oriented Senior Software Engineer with extensive expertise in designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining scalable automation frameworks and test infrastructures. Adept at optimizing CI/CD pipelines, fostering cross-team collaboration, and driving high-quality releases. Proficient in Python, Core Java, and shell scripting with a deep understanding of post-silicon validation, embedded systems, and hardware-software integration. A proven leader and mentor, influencing technical direction across teams to enhance productivity and quality. Currently working as a Senior Software Engineer in the Microsoft AI Silicon Infrastructure team, leading the design and development of test infrastructure and automation solutions for post-silicon validation and verification. Experienced in designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining scalable test automation frameworks, validation environments, and automation labs. Previously managed and led cross-functional teams, building high-performing teams from the ground up to deliver complex automation solutions. Possess deep expertise in computer architecture and post-silicon automation execution, including Intel Xeon Server validation and hardware testing processes. Proficient in Python, Core Java, and shell scripting for automation framework development and test tool creation. Played a critical role in the complete lifecycle of multiple automation projects, covering initiation, planning, design, development, execution, and maintenance. Skilled in transforming manual testing processes into automated workflows using CI/CD pipelines and best practices for software quality assurance. Demonstrated an in-depth understanding of Software Test Life Cycle (STLC), Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and advanced testing methodologies to drive high-quality releases. Collaborated across teams to develop test strategies, conduct design reviews, and ensure adherence to best practices for scalability, reliability, and performance. Experienced in leading automation initiatives across diverse domains, including server silicon, persistent memory, embedded systems, mobile applications (Android and iOS), set-top boxes, and IoT healthcare devices. Strong written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to mentor individuals, influence technical direction, manage teams effectively, and foster cross-team collaboration.

Experience

1. Senior Software Engineer

   Microsoft

   Aug 2022 — Present

   Senior Developer in the AI SOC Infrastructure team, responsible for delivering a next-generation post-silicon content execution tool.• Architect and develop next-gen scalable automation solutions. • Develop, Manage the required azure pipelines for repos as well as for tool qualification. • Collaborated with the related SOC IP team to gather requirements for next-generation automation tool development.• Designed and implemented the automation tool according to the finalized requirements.• Educated the team on the usage of the next-generation tool and provided support during tool migration and beyond.• Managed the tool releases, generated wiki documents, and effectively communicated updates to the team.• Coordinated new requirement requests and documented them in the implementation specification.• Maintained and ensured availability of the next-gen automation tool for other supporting teams.

Education

• NTTF (Nettur Technical Training Foundation)

  Diploma, Information Technology

  2007 — 2010

• Kuvembu university

  Bachelor of Science (BSc), Information Technology

  2008 — 2011

Skills

• Eclipse
• Android Application Automation and Manual Testing,
• Test Planning
• Manual Testing
• Defect Tracking
• Core Java
• Testing
• Java
• Requirements Analysis
• Test Cases
• Perl
• Uiautomator
• Java Enterprise Edition
• Software Development Life Cycle (Sdlc)
• User Acceptance Testing
• Robotium
• Android
• System Testing
• Agile Methodologies
• Regression Testing
• Test Automation
• Sql
• Performance Testing
• Python
• Mobile Testing
• Sdlc
• Junit