Varshini Thimmishetty

About Varshini Thimmishetty

Automation Test Engineer at Cognizant and Computer Science Engineer specializing in AI/ML, with hands-on experience in manual and automation testing across the telecom domain. Skilled in Java, Selenium WebDriver, BDD/Cucumber, and STLC practices through a structured Quality Engineering and Assurance program.What sets me apart is a broader engineering foundation — I mentored students in Data Structures and Algorithms at Smart Interviews for MNC placements, hold a Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals certification, and have served as a Scrum Master in an AI-focused program, bringing Agile, CI/CD, and cross-functional collaboration experience alongside my core QA skills.Passionate about reliable, scalable software delivery across the full development lifecycle — from clean automation frameworks to DevOps pipelines. Currently expanding expertise in software development and DevOps with a deliberate focus on roles where quality and engineering converge.Core skills: Java · Selenium WebDriver · BDD/Cucumber · STLC · CI/CD · Jenkins · Azure · Agile/Scrum · DSA · Telecom Domain QAActively exploring opportunities in Automation Testing, SDET, Software Engineering, and DevOps Engineering where I can contribute meaningfully and grow continuously.

Experience

1. Quality Assurance Engineer

   Cognizant

   Jun 2025 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   Completed a structured 4-month training program in Quality Engineering and Assurance, building a strong foundation in software testing methodologies, Java programming, Selenium WebDriver, and BDD/Cucumber frameworks. Currently contributing to a live telecom domain project as part of the QA team, executing manual and automation testing across functional, regression, and system testing phases to ensure delivery quality.Actively applying core skills in Java, Selenium WebDriver, and BDD/Cucumber while transitioning into full automation testing, with growing exposure to CI/CD concepts and Agile practices. Experienced in test case design, defect lifecycle management, and STLC practices. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to validate business requirements, document test scenarios, and report defects using industry-standard tools.Key skills applied: Java · Selenium WebDriver · BDD/Cucumber · Manual Testing · Automation Testing · STLC · Regression Testing · Defect Management · Telecom Domain · CI/CD · Agile

Education

• NSR Impulse Junior College, Pragathinagar, Hyderabad

  Intermediate, Maths Physics Chemistry

• Meridian High School, Siddipet

  Secondary high school

• CMR Institute of Technology, Hyderabad

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Science and Engineering(Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)