Srikanth Hiresave Gopal
About Srikanth Hiresave Gopal
Srikanth Hiresave Gopal is a Principal Software Developer in Test with extensive experience in test automation and performance testing. He leads a team at FINRA and has a strong background in brokerage, banking, and financial services.
Current Role as Principal Software Developer In Test
Currently, Srikanth Hiresave Gopal serves as a Principal Software Developer in Test at FINRA, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for leading a team of software development engineers in test (SDETs) and overseeing various testing initiatives. His responsibilities include providing technical guidance, assigning daily tasks, and conducting performance evaluations for his team. He operates in the New York, United States area.
Previous Experience at FINRA
Srikanth Hiresave Gopal has extensive experience at FINRA, where he worked for a total of five years. He began as a Senior Developer in Test from 2018 to 2020, followed by a promotion to Lead Developer in Test from 2020 to 2023. During his tenure, he contributed to various testing projects and played a key role in managing teams and enhancing testing processes.
Technical Proficiencies and Expertise
Srikanth possesses proficiency in a variety of tools and technologies essential for software testing and development. His expertise includes test automation using Selenium WebDriver, Appium, and Java Restassured. He is also skilled in performance testing with JMeter and security testing utilizing ZAP Automation. Additionally, he has experience with Jenkins, Selenium Grid, Cucumber, and Junit, which are integral to his testing frameworks.
Education and Academic Background
Srikanth Hiresave Gopal earned his Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Electronics and Communication from Visvesvaraya Technological University. He attended the university from 2004 to 2008, where he developed a foundational understanding of engineering principles that support his current role in software development and testing.
Leadership and Team Management
In his current position, Srikanth leads a team of 26 SDETs, along with 2 Lead SDETs and 2 developers. He is actively involved in the hiring process for various levels of SDETs and developers, ensuring that the team is well-equipped to meet project demands. His leadership extends to establishing and managing automation frameworks within both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, as well as engaging in process improvement activities.