Engineering quality into every release

Prafull
Chauvhan

8+ frameworks architected Frameworks I've architected Selenium / REST · Cybage (Java) SUEP framework · Symantec (Java) Spock BDD mobile · GlobalLogic (Groovy) Appium / WebdriverIO / Mocha · GlobalLogic (JS) Performance, Load & Stress · GlobalLogic Cypress · QiO (JS / Node.js) Playwright · QiO Robot Framework · Encora (Python) 4+ languages 15+ years CKA · CKS certified

Welcome. I'm a Test Architect and Engineering Leader based in Pune, India. Across 15+ years I've architected 8+ automation frameworks in 4+ languages, and built the CI/CD quality gates and QA teams around them — Kubernetes security-certified (CKA, CKS). One principle: quality systems that outlive the tools they're built on.

Prafull Chauvhan video resume — Meet the architect
15+
Years of experience
90%
Automation coverage
68%
QA cost reduction
8+
Enterprises served
Encora Coforge Hitachi GlobalLogic QiO Technologies Broadcom Symantec Cybage Software AVID Media & Entertainment New Globe Schools Encora Coforge Hitachi GlobalLogic QiO Technologies Broadcom Symantec Cybage Software AVID Media & Entertainment New Globe Schools
My services

Quality engineering, end to end.

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Test Automation Architecture

Scalable, modular and reusable frameworks spanning UI, API, mobile and microservices — built to grow with your product.

Tools & tech
SeleniumCypressPlaywrightAppiumRobot FrameworkRest AssuredCucumber
  • Reusable, modular suites across UI, API & integration
  • BDD / TDD-driven scripting for maintainability
  • Up to 90% automation coverage
  • Multi-platform: web, mobile & microservices
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CI/CD & DevOps Enablement

Automated test execution on every build with containerised, reproducible environments — shrinking feedback loops and accelerating release readiness.

Tools & tech
JenkinsGitHub ActionsGoCDDockerKubernetesRancherTerraform
  • Pipelines that run tests on every commit
  • Containerised, consistent test environments
  • Faster, more confident releases
  • Infrastructure-as-code for repeatability
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Performance, Scalability & Reliability

Surfacing bottlenecks before your users do — load, stress and reliability testing that keeps systems fast and dependable under real-world conditions.

Tools & tech
JMeterNew RelicKibanaElasticsearch
  • Load & stress testing at scale
  • Reliability & endurance validation
  • Performance baselining & monitoring
  • Database & search-layer tuning
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QA Leadership & Agile Delivery

Building and mentoring high-performing QA teams, running delivery-assurance audits and embedding quality into agile delivery at CMMI Level 5.

Tools & tech
Scrum MasterCMMI L5KanbanJiraZephyr
  • Team building, code reviews & mentorship
  • Delivery Assurance (NINJA) audits
  • Formal reviews, bug bashes & client demos
  • 22% faster timelines, 18% higher velocity
Working process

From assessment to autonomy.

01

Discover

Audit current coverage, tooling, environments and pipelines. Find the highest-leverage gaps and quick wins.

02

Architect

Design modular frameworks tailored to your stack, release cadence and team — including the BDD/TDD layer and data strategy.

03

Automate

Build maintainable suites across UI, API, mobile and performance. Wire reporting (TestRail, Allure) and quality dashboards.

04

Sustain

Wire into CI/CD with quality gates. Mentor the team to own the practice — so it keeps paying off after I'm gone.

8+
Automation frameworks architected across Java, JavaScript, Python & Groovy
26
Languages covered by a single I18N automation suite at GlobalLogic
200+
Hours per month of manual QA effort eliminated at QiO Technologies
Career

Where I've made an impact.

Sep 2024 – Present

Quality Assurance Technical Manager

Coforge (Encora Inc.) · Client: AVID Media & Entertainment
Pune, India · Remote
  • Lead automation architecture and quality-engineering strategy for AVID Media & Entertainment platforms — enterprise-scale UI, API, integration and platform testing.
  • Designed cloud-native Pytest and Robot Framework ecosystems with TestRail and Allure reporting, cutting manual QA effort by 70%.
  • Established CI/CD quality gates with GitHub Actions and Jenkins; drove automation standardisation across multiple product teams.
  • Own framework governance, release management and onboarding; containerised test environments with Docker, Rancher and Kubernetes.
Jun 2021 – Apr 2024

Senior QA Developer

QiO Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
Pune, India
  • Architected automation frameworks using Cypress, Playwright, Cucumber, JavaScript, Node.js and Chai — cut testing cycle duration by 55%.
  • Led a team to automate 70% of manual test cases, saving 200+ hours monthly and improving reliability by 50%.
  • Delivered functional, regression and performance testing across APIs and databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB); detected and fixed 180+ defects.
  • Orchestrated containerised applications with Kubernetes and Rancher for robustness and elasticity.
Aug 2016 – Jun 2021

Senior Lead — Quality Assurance

Hitachi · GlobalLogic India Pvt. Ltd.
Nagpur, India
  • Provided technical leadership to a team of six across automation and QA practices.
  • Built frameworks in Java, JavaScript and Python with Cypress, Playwright, Jest and Protractor — accelerated test speed by 60% and halved cycles.
  • Created mobile-app testing frameworks with Appium and WebdriverIO — 70% coverage increase, 30 hours/week saved.
  • Automated regression and I18N tests for 26 languages, cutting manual effort by 78%.
Oct 2012 – Aug 2016

Java Automation Engineer (SDET)

Broadcom · Symantec Corporation
Pune, India
  • Led a 4-member automation team for the EA&N module within the SUEP product.
  • Pioneered REST API testing in the SUEP automation framework; led PSR, I18N and security testing, cutting vulnerability issues by 40% in three months.
  • Automated 100+ unit tests (Java, TestNG) and UI with Selenium — reduced manual testing time by 60%, improved code coverage to 95%.
  • Increased code coverage to 93% and reduced SonarQube issues by 68%.
Mar 2010 – Oct 2012

Quality Assurance Engineer

Cybage Software Pvt. Ltd.
Gandhinagar & Pune, India
  • Co-developed an advanced automation framework leading Selenium-based regression and REST API testing — saved 120+ hours monthly and improved application stability by 30%.
Toolbox

Technical skills

⚙️ Automation Tools

SeleniumSelenium
CypressCypress
PlaywrightPlaywright
AppiumAppium
Rest Assured
JMeterJMeter
PostmanPostman
SOAP UI

🧩 Frameworks

PytestPytest
Robot FrameworkRobot
CucumberCucumber
TestNG
ProtractorProtractor
MochaMocha
FitNesse
WebdriverIOWebdriverIO

💻 Languages

JavaJava
JavaScriptJavaScript
PythonPython
C++C++
HTML5HTML
XMLXML

☁️ Cloud & OS

AWSAWS
AzureAzure
LinuxLinux
UbuntuUbuntu
VMwareVMware

🔁 CI/CD & IaC

JenkinsJenkins
GitHub ActionsGH Actions
GoCDGoCD
Octopus DeployOctopus
TerraformTerraform
PuppetPuppet

📦 Containers

DockerDocker
KubernetesKubernetes
RancherRancher
TomcatTomcat
JBoss
WebSphere

🗄️ Databases

SQL ServerSQL Server
PostgreSQLPostgreSQL
MongoDBMongoDB
RedisRedis
ElasticsearchElasticsearch
OracleOracle 9i
MySQLMySQL
CouchbaseCouchbase

🔍 Quality & Analysis

SonarQubeSonarQube
Cobertura
EMMA
JProfiler
PMD
Checkstyle

🐞 Tracking & Ops

JiraJira
Zephyr
KibanaKibana
New RelicNew Relic
TestLink
GitGit
BitbucketBitbucket
Featured work

Selected projects

2021 – 2024 · QiO Technologies

Foresight Suite

Energy, resource and carbon-management platform helping industrial sites optimise asset performance and cut emissions. Built UI + API and performance automation across the stack.

JavaAngularReactCypressNode.jsJMeterKubernetesAWSAzureSonarQube
2020 – 2021 · GlobalLogic

Bridge International / New Globe Schools

eBook-reader iPad app and academic-operations software (billing, parent notifications, curriculum & content management) for a global education network.

C# / .NETSQL ServerAndroidSeleniumAppiumJMeterCypressWebDriverIODocker
Trusted voice

In their words.

Prafull is a very committed professional and was part of my team for over two and a half years. He built strong relationships across support organisations from senior to junior levels, always focused on the best outcomes for Business, IT and Project. His skillset and knowledge of the IT landscape and critical migration planning were a key factor for the project's success. A key asset to any team.

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Neeraj Jain

Principal Software Engineer · ICE Mortgage Technology

I had the pleasure of working closely with Prafull, and I can confidently say that he is an exceptional Quality Assurance professional. His matured understanding of QA goes beyond standard processes; he consistently strives for excellence and ensures our products meet the highest quality standards. What truly sets Prafull apart is his passion for learning — always exploring new technologies. A true team player who takes responsibility willingly.

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Vinod Louis

Senior System Software Engineer · NVIDIA

I am pleased to write this recommendation for Prafull, who served as a Senior QA professional at our company. He consistently demonstrated a high level of dedication, professionalism, and expertise. His meticulous approach to testing and keen eye for detail significantly contributed to our QA processes. A reliable, diligent team member — I wholeheartedly recommend him for any QA role.

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Sagar Adhalge

Software Engineer

I've had the pleasure of working with Prafull in my current organization. He's a highly hardworking and dedicated professional with a strong commitment to excellence and a great eye for detail. He consistently goes above and beyond, and helped the team create a new automation framework. He approaches challenges with curiosity, grasps new concepts quickly, and consistently adds value to our collective efforts.

KV

Kunaal Verma

Head of Product & Delivery

I collaborated closely with Prafull, a seasoned QA Automation engineer. He demonstrated a profound understanding of testing methodologies and consistently delivered high-quality software. Prafull actively engaged in cross-functional collaboration and explored innovative solutions, making him an invaluable asset to our team.

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Utkarsh Saraf

Data Architect · Greenway Health

Prafull and I got the chance to work together, and I am pleased by his desire to learn. He's always willing to fill in the blanks and have productive conversations, gives clear feedback with a keen eye for detail, and is receptive to suggestions. His keen sense of detail aids his work in quality assurance. An excellent team player and a diligent worker.

IK

Dr. Indu R. Keoti (Pillai)

PhD · Renewable Energy & Smart Manufacturing

Prafull is a great professional to work with. We worked together at GlobalLogic and he has a very helpful nature. His work ethics are immaculate and he's so easy to work together with. He goes out of his way when you ask for help and guidance. Thanks a lot, Prafull!

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Mitesh Agrawal

Senior Lead SDET · HCL Software

I had the pleasure of working with Prafull while at Symantec on various high-impact products and initiatives. He displayed strong technical skill, especially on Java-based automation frameworks. His work ethic is second to none, which was critical for us to meet key deadlines. An excellent team player and an absolute joy to work with.

RK

Rohit Kaushik

Senior Manager · Symantec

It is a pleasure recommending Prafull's work — it was a great experience working with him. Continuously trying to better our product, Prafull worked with diligence and commitment and got us acing our group's metrics. Always willing to go beyond the call of duty and a thorough team player. I'd definitely recommend Prafull for opportunities demanding higher scope.

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Praneeta Paradkar

Cofounder & Global CPTO

Prafull is an expert in Java automation and UI automation in Selenium. He joined the team and within a short time helped the team get code coverage using automation. He is very hardworking and passionate about his work, and very reliable when it comes to meeting deadlines.

SK

Satyam Kale

R&D Software Engineer · Broadcom

Prafull was one of the most sincere resources I have worked with. He is very hardworking and always enthusiastic to take on new challenges, and his technical knowledge keeps him outstanding. A team player who deals with every situation efficiently, and a very assertive communicator. Would love to work with Prafull again given a chance.

PU

Prity Ukey

Senior Engineering Manager · BrowserStack

I have known Prafull for over 10 years now and also worked with him in the same project team for 2.5 years. Prafull is a person with strong motivation who aims for excellence all the time. He is creative, energetic, solution-oriented and highly motivated with great communication skills. He is an asset to any company.

AD

Aarti Dhamat

SAP BTP Consultant

Prafull is very hardworking and has a great passion for learning new technology. He has a good set of skills across different domains and technologies.

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Dileep Singh

Sr. Architect · Java, Spring, Microservices, AWS

He has always guided me throughout my journey at GlobalLogic. He has been a great support and kept me inspired all the time. He is still a go-to person whenever I need help related to QA practices and processes.

BB

Bhumi Bobde

QA Automation Engineer
Recognition

Awards & credentials

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MTS Cohesive Team Award — for exemplary delivery on the Merchant Transaction Service module for the Connected Vehicle Program.

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Symantec Level 1 Applause Award — for evaluation of the mobile test automation framework.

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Symantec Level 2 Applause Award — for certifying the Events module for the SUEP product.

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Symantec Level 2 Applause Award for Innovation — pioneered measuring dynamic code coverage with 60% increased accuracy and 25% reduced testing time.

Certifications
10+ industry certifications
Kubernetes · Cloud · Security
AWS Partner: Technical AccreditedAWS · 2025
Certified Kubernetes Security SpecialistCKS · CNCF · 2023
Certified Kubernetes AdministratorCKA · CNCF · 2023
Microsoft Azure Data FundamentalsMicrosoft · 2022
Microsoft Azure AI FundamentalsMicrosoft · 2022
Microsoft Azure FundamentalsMicrosoft · 2022
Microsoft Security, Compliance & Identity FundamentalsMicrosoft · 2022
AWS Certified Cloud PractitionerAWS · 2021
SUN Certified Java ProgrammerSCJP · 2009
RedHat CertifiedRed Hat · 2007

Let's raise your quality bar.

Tell me about your stack and goals — I'll suggest where automation will pay off fastest.

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Location
Pune, India · Open to relocation

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