Manav Ghai

Background

About Manav Ghai

Automation Architect with over 18 years of experience in designing and implementing scalable automation frameworks and application architectures that enhance operational efficiency across diverse industries including Airline Solutions, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Retail, and Insurance. • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in delivering robust automation solutions that increase test coverage and reduce time to market, ultimately improving ROI for the organization. • Skilled in architecting BDD/ATDD frameworks utilizing tools like Gauge and Cucumber, enabling collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders for more effective requirement gathering and solution delivery. • Expertise in web application automation using Selenium WebDriver and diverse programming languages (Java, C#, JavaScript), ensuring high-quality deliverables through automated testing and continuous integration practices. • Architected and developed a comprehensive automation dashboard leveraging ASP.NET and MS SQL to provide real-time insights into regression testing health, fostering data-driven decision-making. • Implemented CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and Azure DevOps, streamlining deployment processes and enhancing the reliability of software releases while reducing manual intervention. • Led initiatives in containerization using Docker, creating automation images for various environments, thus facilitating easier deployment and scalability of applications. • Championed the automation of APIs and web services, applying tools like SOAP UI, RestAssured, and JMeter to ensure seamless integration and performance testing of backend services. • Collaborated with performance teams to architect plans and optimize application performance, demonstrating a commitment to delivering high-quality user experiences. • Established best practices for automation within teams, providing mentorship and guidance that fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. • Experienced in Agile environments, ensuring effective collaboration with stakeholders to automate user stories and enhance the overall software development lifecycle.