Manikandan Pitchai Pathar
About Manikandan Pitchai Pathar
Manikandan Pitchai Pathar is a Senior Automation Developer at Kforce Inc in Columbus, Ohio, with over 13 years of experience in the IT industry. He holds a Master's degree in Information Technology from the University of Madras and specializes in automation and performance testing across various domains.
Work at Kforce
Manikandan Pitchai Pathar has been employed at Kforce Inc as a Senior Automation Developer since 2017. Based in Columbus, Ohio, he has contributed to various automation projects over the past seven years. His role involves developing functional automation scripts and designing automation frameworks to enhance testing efficiency. He utilizes a range of programming languages, including VB Script, Java, Python, and VB .Net, to create automation solutions tailored to project needs.
Education and Expertise
Manikandan earned a Master's degree in Information Technology from the University of Madras, where he studied from 2001 to 2003. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from the same university, completed from 1999 to 2001. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in automation and performance testing within the IT industry.
Background
Before joining Kforce, Manikandan worked at Tata Consultancy Services as an Assistant Consultant from 2010 to 2017 in West Des Moines, Iowa. His experience spans over 13 years in the IT industry, focusing on automation and performance testing. He has developed a strong foundation in various testing methodologies, including Agile-Scrum and Waterfall.
Technical Skills and Tools
Manikandan possesses a diverse skill set in automation tools and programming languages. He is proficient in using QTP/UFT, Selenium, Telerik, Visual Studio Coded UI, and Ranorex for testing web and Windows-based applications. Additionally, he has hands-on experience with HP QC/ALM for managing testing processes and performance testing using HP Load Runner. He is also skilled in version control systems like GIT and VSS.
Domain Expertise
Manikandan has developed domain expertise across several sectors, including Insurance (Annuity and Life), Enterprise Legal Management, Information Services, Banking, Healthcare, and Media/Telecommunications. This experience allows him to apply his automation and testing skills effectively in various industry contexts.