Anand Kr

I am a passionate and highly skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with over 10 years of experience in automation testing, test strategy, and quality assurance. I specialize in Playwright with TypeScript, Selenium with Java, and REST API testing using tools like Postman and Rest Assured. My expertise spans across building scalable automation frameworks, integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Azure DevOps, and driving efficiency in agile product teams. Currently at IBM India Pvt Ltd, I have led multiple test automation initiatives across product-based and enterprise-level projects, including SAP CX AI Toolkit, AIOps, and AT&T's digital transformation programs. I am also certified in SAFe Agile, Full Stack Testing, and AI technologies like Watson, demonstrating a strong blend of technical depth and agile collaboration. I’m driven by a continuous learning mindset and a commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions.

I have over 10 years of experience in the software testing industry, with a strong focus on test automation, quality engineering, and agile delivery. My core expertise includes Playwright with TypeScript, Selenium with Java, and API testing using REST Assured and Postman. I’ve designed and implemented robust automation frameworks, contributed to test strategy and architecture, and integrated tests into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins and Azure DevOps. Throughout my career, I’ve worked on diverse projects across telecom, retail, and AI platforms—notably for AT&T, SAP CX AI Toolkit, and Watson-based solutions at IBM. I bring a strong blend of technical leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement in quality processes.

I hold a Master of Computer Application (MCA) from BMS Institute of Technology, Bangalore, completed in 2013 with 76.90%. This postgraduate degree laid a strong foundation in computer science and software development, which I’ve continually built upon through extensive hands-on experience and industry certifications in test automation, Agile practices, and AI technologies.