Vinayak Solankure

About Vinayak Solankure

As a passionate and results-driven Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with…

Experience

1. Systems Engineer

   Tata Consultancy Services

   Nov 2021 — Present · Pune, IN

   As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with over 3+ years of experience, I specialize in designing and implementing scalable, reliable test automation frameworks to enhance software quality and accelerate release timelines. I am proficient in Selenium WebDriver, Java, TestNG, and API testing, driving measurable results in test efficiency and defect reduction. Key Achievements: Increased test coverage by 35% through the development of a Selenium WebDriver framework using Java, TestNG, and the Page Object Model (POM). Reduced manual testing time by 70%, boosting team productivity by creating data-driven automation frameworks for complex web applications. Developed and executed 50+ BDD-style test cases with Selenium, C#, and SpecFlow, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and successful delivery. Enhanced backend accuracy and reduced data-related defects by 30% by integrating real-time database validations into the automation suite. Reduced regression testing time by 40% by optimizing CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and utilizing TestNG parallel execution. Automated RESTful API testing with Postman and Rest Assured, resulting in a 20% reduction in defect leakage and improved reliability. Streamlined release cycles, achieving a 25% improvement in release velocity and contributing to 20+ successful releases with QA sign-offs. Delivered 100+ critical test cases on time, directly contributing to project objectives and ensuring high-quality deliverables across multiple environments. Fostered Agile collaboration, facilitating regular stand-ups and retrospectives, and ensuring 100% adherence to sprint timelines.