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VED BHANUSHALI

QA Automation Engineer @ Cognizant | Playwright | API Testing | Performance Testing (K6, JMeter, Artillery) | Building Cloud-Based Test Systems (AWS)

Bengaluru

1+ year of work experience

Cognizant
Aug 202511 mosPresent

Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

QA Automation Engineer – Cognizant Performed functional, regression, system, and performance testing to ensure application reliability and stability. Worked with automation and testing tools including Selenium, Playwright, K6, and Artillery.io for test execution and performance validation. Assisted in API testing, defect tracking, debugging, and test case management across different application modules. Gained exposure to cloud platforms and monitoring environments including AWS Cloud, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Console, and Azure Dashboard. Collaborated with cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum environments to support testing cycles, release validation, and issue resolution. Participated in analyzing application behavior, identifying bottlenecks, and improving overall software quality. Developed practical understanding of SDLC, CI/CD workflows, production support processes, and enterprise application testing. Improved analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills while working in a fast-paced corporate environment.
Cognizant
Aug 202511 mosPresent

Conducting API and performance testing using JMeter, Artillery.io, and Playwright for apps migrating from AWS to Azure. Improved test efficiency by 30% and reduced defects by 20% through optimized test workflows and CI/CD integration.
Cognizant
Apr 20255 mosAug 2025

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Worked on software testing and quality assurance processes in an enterprise environment. Performed functional testing, defect tracking, and validation of application workflows. Collaborated with development and testing teams to identify, analyze, and resolve issues. Gained exposure to SDLC, Agile methodologies, debugging, and test execution processes. Worked with tools and technologies related to automation testing, API validation, and defect management. Improved understanding of application reliability, system behavior, and production support workflows. Developed problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills while working in a corporate environment.
Siemens
Aug 20233 mosOct 2023

Thane, Maharashtra, India

Siemens
Aug 20233 mosOct 2023

Designed, programmed, and maintained 5 PLCs and SCADA systems, achieving a 5% increase in automation efficiency. Optimized automation protocols to reduce downtime by 15%, enhancing operational efficiency and production robustness.
Maven Silicon Softech Pvt Ltd
Aug 20233 mosOct 2023

Executed advanced strategies in physical layout implementation, identifying key areas that improved complexity management by 25%. Contributed to the successful development of projects by enhancing the complexity management techniques.
Maven Silicon
Aug 20232 mosSep 2023

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Education

Vellore Institute of Technology

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

Vellore Institute of Technology

20214 yrs2025

State Board (Class XII)

Seth Hirachand Mutha College

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Headline

QA Automation Engineer @ Cognizant | Playwright | API Testing | Performance Testing (K6, JMeter, Artillery) | Building Cloud-Based Test Systems (AWS)

About

I am currently working as a QA Automation Engineer at Cognizant, focusing on building scalable and efficient testing solutions. I have hands-on experience in: * Automation testing using Playwright * API testing and validation * Performance testing using K6, JMeter, and Artillery My work involves identifying system bottlenecks, analyzing application behavior under load, and improving overall system reliability. I am currently expanding my expertise in AWS and CI/CD to integrate automation with cloud-based systems and modern deployment pipelines. I am actively looking for opportunities in SDET / QA Automation roles where I can contribute to building high-performance, scalable systems.

Location

Bengaluru

Work experience

Quality Assurance Engineer at Cognizant, Aug 2025 - Present · 11 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, QA Automation Engineer – Cognizant Performed functional, regression, system, and performance testing to ensure application reliability and stability. Worked with automation and testing tools including Selenium, Playwright, K6, and Artillery.io for test execution and performance validation. Assisted in API testing, defect tracking, debugging, and test case management across different application modules. Gained exposure to cloud platforms and monitoring environments including AWS Cloud, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Console, and Azure Dashboard. Collaborated with cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum environments to support testing cycles, release validation, and issue resolution. Participated in analyzing application behavior, identifying bottlenecks, and improving overall software quality. Developed practical understanding of SDLC, CI/CD workflows, production support processes, and enterprise application testing. Improved analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills while working in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Functional Specialist at Cognizant, Aug 2025 - Present · 11 mos, Conducting API and performance testing using JMeter, Artillery.io, and Playwright for apps migrating from AWS to Azure. Improved test efficiency by 30% and reduced defects by 20% through optimized test workflows and CI/CD integration.

Quality Assurance Trainee at Cognizant, Apr 2025 - Aug 2025 · 5 mos, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Worked on software testing and quality assurance processes in an enterprise environment. Performed functional testing, defect tracking, and validation of application workflows. Collaborated with development and testing teams to identify, analyze, and resolve issues. Gained exposure to SDLC, Agile methodologies, debugging, and test execution processes. Worked with tools and technologies related to automation testing, API validation, and defect management. Improved understanding of application reliability, system behavior, and production support workflows. Developed problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills while working in a corporate environment.

Testing and Automation Intern at Siemens, Aug 2023 - Oct 2023 · 3 mos, Thane, Maharashtra, India

Hardware Intern at Siemens, Aug 2023 - Oct 2023 · 3 mos, Designed, programmed, and maintained 5 PLCs and SCADA systems, achieving a 5% increase in automation efficiency. Optimized automation protocols to reduce downtime by 15%, enhancing operational efficiency and production robustness.

Design Internship at Maven Silicon Softech Pvt Ltd, Aug 2023 - Oct 2023 · 3 mos, Executed advanced strategies in physical layout implementation, identifying key areas that improved complexity management by 25%. Contributed to the successful development of projects by enhancing the complexity management techniques.

Student Intern at Maven Silicon, Aug 2023 - Sep 2023 · 2 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Education

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

State Board (Class XII), Seth Hirachand Mutha College