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Raja Sekhar

Python Automation Developer - (2.10 YOE) | Testcase Automation | Automation Scripting | New API Dev | Automation Framework Enhancement | Regression Testing & Debugging | Error Logging | Python & C Programming Languages

Greater Bengaluru Area

3+ years of work experience

UST
May 20242 yrs 7 mosPresent

Bangalore

Python Automation Developer • Implemented and automated test cases using a Python-based automation framework by leveraging existing APIs and contributed to framework enhancement by developing additional reusable APIs, helper functions and utilities to improve maintainability. • Developed modular and reusable Python automation scripts using OOP principles, helping convert manual test sce narios into automated workflows and reducing manual execution effort. • Integrated system-level command execution into automation workflows using Python subprocess module, allowing seamless interaction with external tools and test environments. • Designed log-driven validation logic using Python regular expressions (re) module to parse execution logs and iden tify failure patterns during test execution. • Used YAML configuration files (pyyaml) to manage test inputs and execution parameters, improving flexibility and maintainability of automation scripts. • Built structured execution logs and concise result summaries to accelerate debugging and support faster failure triage. • Analyzed regression failures across repeated runs to distinguish automation issues from environment or system defects, resolving intermittent and flaky test behavior. • Worked closely with validation and firmware teams to ensure automated coverage aligned with real validation re quirements rather than theoretical test cases. Validation Engineer • Executed BIOS and IFWI validation activities on Intel platforms across pre-silicon (SIMICS) and post-silicon environ ments • Verified firmware behavior across boot, sleep, reset, and storage scenarios while developing working knowledge of BIOS boot flow (SEC, PEI, DXE, BDS). • Investigated validation failures, collected diagnostic logs, and supported issue isolation and defect tracking in col laboration with firmware and validation teams.
UST
Jan 20244 mosApr 2024

Bengaluru

Jun 20237 mosDec 2023

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• Completed a comprehensive training program in Embedded Systems. • Gained hands-on experience in C programming and Embedded C. • MP&MC, Protocols, Interrupts. • Networking Topologies, ISO-OSI Model. • OS & Linux • Strengthened understanding of low-level programming and hardware-software integration.

Raja’s AI Stack

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Education

Sri Mittapalli College of Engineering, NH-5, Tummalapalem,PIN-522 233 (CC-U9)

Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Sri Mittapalli College of Engineering, NH-5, Tummalapalem,PIN-522 233 (CC-U9)

20194 yrs2023

SSC

Sri Bharathi Vidya Vihar

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Headline

Python Automation Developer - (2.10 YOE) | Testcase Automation | Automation Scripting | New API Dev | Automation Framework Enhancement | Regression Testing & Debugging | Error Logging | Python & C Programming Languages

About

I am an automation engineer specializing in Python scripting, test automation, and firmware validation. Over the past 2.10 years, I have developed reusable APIs, automated workflows, and regression suites, reducing manual effort. My expertise spans debugging, root cause analysis, and BIOS/IFWI validation on Intel platforms, with hands‑on exposure to protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, and CAN. I thrive on solving complex technical challenges and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to enhance product quality. Looking ahead, I aim to expand my career into embedded systems and robotics, contributing to innovative product development.

Location

Greater Bengaluru Area

AI stack

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Work experience

Python Automation Developer at UST, May 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos, Bangalore, Python Automation Developer • Implemented and automated test cases using a Python-based automation framework by leveraging existing APIs and contributed to framework enhancement by developing additional reusable APIs, helper functions and utilities to improve maintainability. • Developed modular and reusable Python automation scripts using OOP principles, helping convert manual test sce narios into automated workflows and reducing manual execution effort. • Integrated system-level command execution into automation workflows using Python subprocess module, allowing seamless interaction with external tools and test environments. • Designed log-driven validation logic using Python regular expressions (re) module to parse execution logs and iden tify failure patterns during test execution. • Used YAML configuration files (pyyaml) to manage test inputs and execution parameters, improving flexibility and maintainability of automation scripts. • Built structured execution logs and concise result summaries to accelerate debugging and support faster failure triage. • Analyzed regression failures across repeated runs to distinguish automation issues from environment or system defects, resolving intermittent and flaky test behavior. • Worked closely with validation and firmware teams to ensure automated coverage aligned with real validation re quirements rather than theoretical test cases. Validation Engineer • Executed BIOS and IFWI validation activities on Intel platforms across pre-silicon (SIMICS) and post-silicon environ ments • Verified firmware behavior across boot, sleep, reset, and storage scenarios while developing working knowledge of BIOS boot flow (SEC, PEI, DXE, BDS). • Investigated validation failures, collected diagnostic logs, and supported issue isolation and defect tracking in col laboration with firmware and validation teams.

Embedded Firmware Engineer at UST, Jan 2024 - Apr 2024 · 4 mos, Bengaluru

Embedded Systems at Radar Technical Center, Jun 2023 - Dec 2023 · 7 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, • Completed a comprehensive training program in Embedded Systems. • Gained hands-on experience in C programming and Embedded C. • MP&MC, Protocols, Interrupts. • Networking Topologies, ISO-OSI Model. • OS & Linux • Strengthened understanding of low-level programming and hardware-software integration.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Sri Mittapalli College of Engineering, NH-5, Tummalapalem,PIN-522 233 (CC-U9)

SSC, Sri Bharathi Vidya Vihar