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Sharqa Ekram

Sharqa Ekram

Toronto, ON,/ .https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharqa-ekram/

Summary

As an IVR specialist using certified SAFe® 6 Agile methodologies, I harness the power of Generative AI and Virtual Assistants to craft intuitive, personalized user experiences that boost operational efficiency. With expertise in integrating and thoroughly testing AI-driven IVR systems, I help telecom companies enhance user satisfaction, ensure seamless product performance, and deliver successful projects in the evolving landscape of automated solutions.

My current role capitalizes on analytical skills and proficiency in complex projects to success. Collaborating closely with giants like Google and IBM, we've developed full stack solutions that not only meet but exceed project deliverables.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Developer, Software Full Stack (Specialist, Strategy & Analytics)

Bell Canada
Mississauga
01.2023 - Current
  • Reviewed test cases created by other members of the team prior to execution.
  • Produced test scripts for new automated software testing rounds.
  • Completed unit and regression tests on software and individual modules.
  • Identified, documented, and tracked bugs throughout the development process using bug tracking systems such as JIRA or Asana.
  • Maintained source code versioning using Git and GitHub repository.

Managed project operations for Bell Customer Operations, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.

Pioneered IVR and routing systems for BELL, with projects to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.

Implemented Agile methodology to enhance development efficiency and accelerate delivery cycles.

Leveraged MIRO to improve project visualization and coordination.

Implemented algorithmic solutions and visualized workflows using Visio to improve system functionality.

Executed the full software development lifecycle, delivering robust full-stack solutions that significantly improved operational efficiency.

Coordinated scrum processes to streamline development workflows and improve productivity.

Quality Analyst

Verizon
06.2022 - 01.2023

Supported a team in defining metrics for service quality. Contributed to and coordinated automated metrics collection
Contributed to and coordinated automated generation of reports and Artifacts on quality.
Tested functionality, performance, and compliance of each product against design specifications to maintain strong development standards and high customer satisfaction.

Completed unit and regression tests on software and individual modules.

Participated in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.

Simulated software production environments to allow for enhanced testing.

Consultant

Varsity Tutors
02.2022 - 06.2022

Fostered a supportive learning environment by collaborating with students to overcome challenges in Analytic Methods for Business and professional courses.

Analyzed company's expenditures and developed financial models to optimize financial performance.

Evaluated existing systems and processes against industry best practices to enhance operational efficiency.

Supported any initiatives with regard to the use of re-usable testing components/suites, the creation of test databases or the use of AI during testing

Senior Business Operations Analyst

Unisys Corporation
04.2018 - 02.2022

Partnered with management to assess client needs, refine business models, and provide executive-level insights on strategic initiatives.

Optimized business intelligence infrastructure by developing and managing Tableau and Power BI data sources, enhancing decision-making processes.

Led data reporting and operational analytics, delivering actionable insights that significantly impacted corporate and regional performance.

Conducted detailed business analysis, outlining problems, opportunities, and solutions for a business.

Recommended process improvements through analyzing current workflows, identifying areas of optimization, and proposing alternatives.

Conducted insightful, ad hoc analyses to investigate ongoing or one-time operational issues.

Prepared business proposals and presentations for various stakeholders.

Managed projects and served as primary liaison between client and multiple internal groups to clarify goals and meet standards and deadlines.

Program Manager - Security Services

Unisys Corporation
03.2017 - 04.2018

Managed security service programs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.

Led cross-functional teams to deliver security solutions, enhancing organizational safety and efficiency.

Developed and implemented security protocols, reducing risks and safeguarding company assets.

Senior Subject Matter Expert

Unisys Corporation
08.2014 - 03.2017

Streamlined KPI/SLA management processes, enhancing performance tracking and operational efficiency.

Pioneered data-driven strategies, revolutionizing decision-making processes and fostering continuous improvement.

Conducted in-depth analyses of complex systems, identifying bottlenecks and implementing targeted solutions to boost productivity.

Technical Business Analyst

Unisys Corporation
08.2013 - 08.2014

Resolved technical issues and provided support to ensure smooth operations.

Assisted users by diagnosing and troubleshooting software and hardware problems.

Delivered timely and effective support to enhance user satisfaction and productivity.

Diagramed and charted problems to facilitate comprehensive analysis.

Generated documentation on existing systems including process flows, data dictionaries, entity relationship diagrams.

Education

Ontario College Graduate Certificate - Project Management

Canadore College
North Bay
05.2023

Bachelors of Engineering - Telecommunications

Visvesvaraya Technological University
Karnataka, India
08.2013

Skills

  • Automation testing frameworks: Selenium, Appium
  • Test planning and test case design
  • Version control systems: Git
  • Agile methodologies: Scrum, Kanban
  • Project management tools: JIRA, Asana
  • Algorithm implementation
  • Software development lifecycle
  • Database design & management
  • Agile & scrum methodology
  • Business analysis
  • Project framework engineering
  • IVR development

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Developer, Software Full Stack (Specialist, Strategy & Analytics)

Bell Canada
01.2023 - Current

Quality Analyst

Verizon
06.2022 - 01.2023

Consultant

Varsity Tutors
02.2022 - 06.2022

Senior Business Operations Analyst

Unisys Corporation
04.2018 - 02.2022

Program Manager - Security Services

Unisys Corporation
03.2017 - 04.2018

Senior Subject Matter Expert

Unisys Corporation
08.2014 - 03.2017

Technical Business Analyst

Unisys Corporation
08.2013 - 08.2014

Ontario College Graduate Certificate - Project Management

Canadore College

Bachelors of Engineering - Telecommunications

Visvesvaraya Technological University
Sharqa Ekram