Sohail Shaik

About Sohail Shaik

I am a highly skilled and dedicated Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with over 6 years of hands-on experience in automation testing, software development, and continuous integration. My expertise spans across a variety of domains, including retail, banking, cloud, and product development, where I’ve contributed to delivering high-quality software solutions.Throughout my career, I’ve designed and implemented robust, scalable automation frameworks using tools like Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, Cypress, and Appium, focusing on reducing manual testing efforts and accelerating the delivery cycle. I specialize in building Hybrid, Data-Driven, and BDD frameworks with Java, C#, and Python to ensure maintainable and reliable test scripts. Additionally, I’ve worked extensively with API testing tools such as Postman, Swagger, and Rest Assured, as well as conducting performance testing using JMeter and LoadRunner to optimize application scalability.My experience extends to integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Docker, and Azure DevOps, improving efficiency and providing continuous feedback to development teams. I’m committed to enhancing software quality through functional, non-functional, and security testing, and I pride myself on delivering thorough reports and insights that help drive informed decision-making.I’m passionate about mentoring junior testers, optimizing test processes, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to meet business objectives. With a strong focus on improving test coverage and ensuring consistency across multiple platforms and devices, I’ve been able to achieve significant reductions in regression testing time, thus accelerating product release cycles.If you\'re looking for someone who thrives in fast-paced, Agile environments, with a commitment to excellence and continuous process improvement, feel free to reach out.

Experience

1. Software Development Engineer in Test

   Target

   Dec 2023 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   As an SDET at Target, I drive the delivery of high-quality software solutions by developing robust automation frameworks, enhancing testing processes, and collaborating across teams to achieve optimal product performance and stability. Designed and implemented hybrid test automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver with C#, NUnit, and SpecFlow, achieving a 40% reduction in regression testing time.Automated comprehensive UI and API testing with Playwright (TypeScript) and REST Assured, improving system reliability and reducing feedback cycles. Created and executed performance testing scripts using LoadRunner and JMeter, optimizing application scalability to support 30% higher traffic loads.Enhanced cross-browser testing for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge, ensuring seamless user experiences across diverse environments.Leveraged advanced Playwright features (browser context isolation, network interception) to simulate real-world scenarios, improving test precision and reliability. Integrated test automation suites into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Docker, enabling continuous testing and accelerating deployment timelines.Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including developers and business analysts, to streamline testing strategies, resulting in an 18% improvement in product delivery efficiency.Mentored junior testers, providing guidance on automation tools, frameworks, and best practices to enhance team capabilities and productivity.Conducted security testing, identifying vulnerabilities early in development and ensuring compliance with industry standards and corporate policies.Designed and maintained CI/CD pipelines for automated database testing with PostgreSQL, enabling smooth integration and deployment.This role showcases my expertise in automation testing, performance optimization, and cross-functional collaboration, all of which contribute to delivering reliable, scalable, and efficient software solutions.

Education

• Osmania University, Hyderabad

  Bachelor's degree, Electronics and Communication Engineering