Ashish SharmaMobile: 9643943033

E-Mail: ashishshrm707@gmail.com

SENIOR LEVEL ASSIGNMENTSClient Handling ~ Project Execution ~ Team Management ~ Mobile Test Automation

Extensive experience in executing testing projects of Mobile Apps (Android/iOS)

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Software Testing

Project Management

Customer Servicing

Reporting & Documentation

Process Improvement

Defect Tracking

Liaison & Coordination

PROFILE SUMMARY 8+ years of relevant experience in Software Testing Currently leading QA team of Mobility COE in IBM India PVT Ltd. (both Manual &

Automation). Handling multiple mobile projects at a time. Extensive Experience in Project Management, Software QA and Process

Improvement, Requirement/Gap Analysis, Client Proposals, SRS, Test Plans and other organization/Project related processes.

Hands on experience of Mobile Test Automation Tools like Appium, Robotium, Device Anywhere, Calabash, Perfecto, UiAutomator, and Cucumber.

In-depth knowledge of Mobile Platform (Android, IOS and Windows) and framework. Testing experience of native, web and hybrid apps with mobile devices as well as

emulators/simulators. Extensive experience in understand testing requirements, prepare test strategy, Test

Plan, Test Scenarios and Test cases for integration, system and regression testing for Mobile applications (native, web, hybrid).

Skilled in maintaining key relations with clients by acquiring feedback on critical issues and taking suitable actions to ensure positive experience.

An innovative & creative professional with strong communication, analytical, interpersonal & team development skills through promotion of teamwork spirit

Organizational Experience

Organization Designation Work Duration Total Duration

IBM India Pvt Ltd. Test Manager (QA) Oct 2014 to Till Date 1.5 yrs

UST Global Pvt Ltd. Test Lead Sep 2011 – Sep 2014 3 yrs

Skan Dbydx Pvt Ltd. Sr. Quality Assurance June 2010 – Sep 2011 1.5 yrs

Xavient information system Pvt Ltd.

Software Test Engineer Mar 2008 – June 2010 2.5 yrs

Key Result Areas:

Software Testing: Creating various test procedures, test strategy & test plans; formulating & updating test documentation such as test

scenarios, test cases, test scripts, test metrics, test data, defect analysis & test project status reports Preparing & maintaining test automation platform; conducting functional reviews as per test specifications and creating

requirement traceability matrix, test data & test completion report. Planning the project or work effort for the test phase including defining detailed scope, schedule, approach, estimates,

tasks, entrance/exit criteria, work assignments, task allocation etc. Ensuring project team activities and artifacts are in compliance with standard QA processes, practices, and quality

measures

Project Execution: Executing projects with accountability of defining scope, setting timelines, analysing requirements, prioritizing tasks,

identifying dependencies and evaluating risks & issues as per budgets Monitoring project progress & outstanding issues and ensuring the quality & timeliness of the deliverables; preparing

monthly dashboard, health check metrics and weekly & fortnightly status reports as well as extending post-implementation support to team members by identifying defects, inconsistencies & errors

Manage a medium to large sized team and resolve issues and dependencies in the team.

Client Servicing: Providing support in handling escalation from clients to resolve their concerns and addressing their queries (customer

advocacy) from other departments for a smooth ride for customer’s diverse issues Establishing healthy relations with internal & external stakeholders to provide support for testing issues; keeping a close

track of developments in the field of testing and updating top management about the same Involved with Sales & Pre-sales team in Requirement gathering, BRD and Proposals

Education Qualification

Pursing M.B.A (part time) from XLRI, Jamshedpur. M.C.A. from Kurukhestra University, Haryana.

Certifications & Trainings

BFSI Domain Level Certification.

Technical Skills

Languages: C, Java.Database Systems: Oracle, MS SQL Server, MySql.Test Management Tool: Quality Centre, Microsoft Test Manager, TFS, Bugzilla Testing Tools: QTP, FireBug.Others: MS Office, Eclipse and VmwareFramework: Appium, Cucumber, Robotium, DeviceAnywhere, Perfecto, UiAutomatorWeb Technologies: XML, HTML, XSL, ASP, Java Script, DHTML, Dream weaver, Front Page, Photoshop, IllustratorOperating System: Windows, Linux , Ubuntu Dos & Mac, iOS, Android

Projects Handled Title: Grindgut (Norway Public sector Project) (Android/ iOS App & Website) Duration: 1 Year 6 MonthsTeam Size: 7Client: Grindgut, NorwayRole: Team LeadDescription: The client wanted to implement a mobile app for Norway Toll and Traffic system. Grindgut previously had a

Web application for its users to manage all the account as well subscriber level functionalities. The feature of this app is users to manage their accounts, make payment, register for Grindgut, manage features, and Check device information and so on. The client demanded that the app to be delivered as a downloadable native app and the same intuitive interface to be delivered as a mobile web app. Hence, a hybrid mobile app was designed and delivered to the client.

Salient Features: Solution provided consists of • The application comprises of modules with restricted access to functionality based on the user

type. • Privilege provided to consultants to view their schedules. • User would be able to access the mobile application by providing active directory authentication

along with secure PIN received from offsite access• The content modified and approved by administrators and marketing people would be visible to

the mobile app users. Web app used by the administrators to manage various roles and the access rights of the users.

Responsibilities: Overseeing complete testing and deployment of Norway website. Android and iPad mobile app.

Leaded a team for timely delivery of the test deliverables, imparting training to them. Interacting with Product, Sales, Marketing, Content, Technology and Sys admin Team. Looking after procurement of the devices and software’s to setup the test environment. Involved in test planning, bug management and process management.

Title: Alternative investment (iOS/Android App)Duration: 2 yrsTeam Size: 10Client: KPMGRole: Test Manager/Team LeadDescription: The Alternative investment Offers Mobile Marketing platform allows merchants to directly

communicate offers and savings to their customer base. This project is intended to enhance the mobile marketing experience by integrating key features for both merchants, customers and partners so that offers can be provided and tracked regardless of source or destination. An important feature of this application would be to detect beacons and display offers associated with them. It helps in providing context based offers to the customers so that they can draw maximum benefit out of it.

Salient Features: Solution provided consists of • Developed for both iOS and Android platforms• Support for Estimate beacons. • Allows detection of beacons and get associated offers• App usage with/without login• Ability to show offers from various merchants

Responsibilities: Overseeing complete testing and deployment of KPMG website. Android app and iPad website Leading a team for timely delivery of the test deliverables, imparting training to them Interacting with Product, Content and Technology. Looking after procurement of the devices and software’s to setup the test environment Involved in test planning, bug management and process management

Title: Ferguson Mobility (Android App & Website) Duration: 1 Year 6 MonthsTeam Size: 7Client: FergusonRole: Team LeadDescription: Ferguson App is a Ecommerce web based Application for Ferguson Inc USA. This web site provides its

wholesale customers the ability to submit purchase orders and quotations online. Web Site handles different operations such as product catalogs, review, submitting quotes and order, credit card Purchase and rewards to customers. This Project is to enhance the website to make it compatible with mobile devices.

Salient Features: Solution provided consists of • Android application development using Android SDK. • Post data onto server.• Online and Offline support for application.• Capture Image and pick image from phone library.• Downloading document from servers.

Responsibilities: Overseeing complete testing and deployment of Ferguson website. Android app and iPad website Leading a team for timely delivery of the test deliverables, imparting training to them Interacting with Product, Content, and Technology. Looking after procurement of the devices and software’s to setup the test environment Involved in test planning, bug management and process management

Title: NetSecure (iOS/Android App)Duration: 3 Months

Team Size: 5Role: Team LeadScope: The application brings Mobile Payments through Debit/ credit cards on iOS and Android platform.

This iOS and Android app reads data from the external accessory that detects/ reads card dataSalient Features: Solution provided consists of

• Integration with various Credit/ Debit card readers so as soon as you swipe the card on these card readers, all the data is decoded by the app.

• Object life-cycle and object graph management through Core Data• App gathers the current location information using CoreLocation API• App also supports multiple Branding through various Target Deployment.• Offline support feature enables merchants to save the transaction while they are in offline mode

and once they are online, they can process the saved transactions.

Title: VPI-InTouch Live Monitoring (iOS App)Duration: 6 MonthsTeam Size: 8Role: Team LeadScope: VPI InTouch is a voice based solution for the client which is used to capture live calls taking place on

client’s network. The server captures all the call information and relays it to all connected clients (web, iOS, Windows mobile) which seek that information. The information exchange happens through secure TCP/IP connection after proper authentication. Targeted for iOS 6+ platform and various devices like iPhone 4S, iPhone 5 and iPad. Ability to scan the calls. Secure and encrypted communication over TCP/IP network.

Title: Head Honchos Job Portal (Software Product)Duration: 1.5 yrsTeam Size: 12Client: ABC Consultancy Role: Team LeadDescription: Head honchos is a web based Job portal .Online job search proved to be a game changer in the way

professionals search for jobs, introducing new efficiencies into recruitment and rewriting existing models. Yet the web has been more successful in modernizing job search for entry-level or junior management jobs. Senior jobs continue to be placed through traditional channels - such as recruiters, networking, referrals or just word of mouth. we cover in this short duration includes: feature testing, Automation, Bug verification, Regression testing, Ad hock testing, Sanity testing, Installation testing, reporting and tracking bugs using TFS, management of test cases using QC 9.2.In between main release cycle we have couple of sprints cycles for performing feature testing for new features and automation testing for new and existing features.

Personal Details

Father’s Name: Late Shri M.L.Sharma

Address: H No. 02, Skytech tower, Sec-76, Noida, (Delhi NCR)

Date of Birth: 17th June 1984.

Sex: Male

Nationality: Indian

Martial Status: Married

Passport No: J8158797

Date:Place: Noida

(Ashish Sharma)