Ankur Vashisth — Project Manager

I have over 12 years of extensive expertise in orchestrating testing initiatives, focusing on test strategy implementation, test plan development, execution, and meticulous bug tracking while bolstering client interactions. My experience includes leading project management efforts, overseeing both onshore and offshore teams, and excelling in test automation using BDD/TDD methodologies with Selenium, TestNG, and Cucumber frameworks. Additionally, I hold a TOSCA certification and have adeptly conducted API testing using Postman, alongside crafting proof-of-concepts and scripting for IBM RFT, leveraging Java proficiency for scripting tasks. I have engineered robust tests and quality assurance programs tailored for web-based applications and diverse software environments, with a specialization in the Banking & Capital Markets domain. My hands-on experience in establishing quality engineering organizations has facilitated the transition from traditional quality assurance to quality engineering practices. Additionally, I have extensive experience in the Software Test Life Cycle, including Test Strategy Preparation, Test Plan Creation, Test Estimation, Test Design, Test Data Preparation, Review of Test Artifacts, Test Execution, Test Summary Preparation, and QA Sign off. Additionally, I have defined and implemented test automation strategies, including roadmap, tools, framework, and approach across project teams. I have played a key role in extending application management support, working in agile environments to produce quality releases. My track record includes working in leadership roles and heading teams comprising testing professionals, ensuring seamless project execution and high-quality deliverables.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech Quality Assurance Lead with extensive automation and testing expertise.

Location: West Delhi, Delhi, India

Experience: 14 yrs 4 mos

Skills

Test Automation
Project Management
Test Management
Quality Assurance

Career Highlights

Over 12 years of expertise in quality engineering.
Specialized in test automation using BDD/TDD methodologies.
Led teams in high-stakes banking and capital markets projects.

Work Experience

S&P Global

Lead Quality Engineer (1 yr 6 mos)

Broadridge

Technical Lead (2 yrs 7 mos)

HCL Technologies

Test Lead (4 yrs 5 mos)

Saxo Bank

Manager (9 mos)

Dion Global Solutions Ltd

Senior Test Engineer (1 yr 2 mos)

Soigne technologies Pvt. Ltd

Software Test Engineer & Project Managment (9 mos)

Expleo Group(Formally SQS India BFSI Limited & Thinksoft Global Services Ltd)

Test engineer (3 yrs 2 mos)

Education

B.tech (IT) at Accurate institute of management & technology

Diploma at Chotu Ram Rural Institute of Technology

10th at Kendriya Vidyalaya

Ankur Vashisth

Project Manager

West Delhi, Delhi, India14 yrs 4 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 12 years of expertise in quality engineering.
Specialized in test automation using BDD/TDD methodologies.
Led teams in high-stakes banking and capital markets projects.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech Quality Assurance Lead with extensive automation and testing expertise.

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Skills

Core Skills

Test AutomationProject ManagementTest ManagementQuality Assurance

Other Skills

SeleniumIBM RFTPostmanJenkinsAutomation EngineeringAPI TestingRegression TestingFIX ProtocolTest Case WritingTest ExecutionDefect TrackingManual TestingDefect ReportingTest Case ExecutionTest Case Development

About

Experience

14 yrs 4 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 1 mo

Average Tenure

1 yr 6 mos

Current Experience

S&p global

Lead Quality Engineer

Nov 2024 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · Hybrid

Broadridge

Technical Lead

Mar 2022 – Oct 2024 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Delhi, India

Spearheaded automation of UI using Selenium and IBM RFT, driving efficiency and accuracy in project deliverables.
Conducted thorough business requirement gathering and gap analysis, identifying key areas for process improvement and aligning solutions with business objectives.
Championed proof-of-concept (POC) deliveries for new assignments, leveraging automation tools to streamline processes and enhance productivity.
Conducted API testing using Postman to ensure robustness and reliability of backend systems.
Implemented CI/CD pipelines for seamless integration and deployment using Jenkins across multiple projects.
Enhanced existing regression suites and implemented new feature implementations to maintain high software quality standards.
Developed VeriFix simulators tailored for diverse stakeholder needs, facilitating effective testing and validation processes.

SeleniumIBM RFTPostmanJenkinsAutomation EngineeringTest Automation+3

Hcl technologies

Test Lead

Oct 2017 – Mar 2022 · 4 yrs 5 mos · Noida Area, India

Performed detailed business analysis to bridge gaps between current and desired states, ensuring the implementation of effective strategies and solutions.
Managed testing for the Front End Application SGX NXT (Bond Pro) at Singapore Exchange (SGX) and Coles (E-Commerce) in Australia.
Conducted FIX message testing using Verifix (Ver4.4) and performed regression testing for FIX validation scenarios.
Authored and executed manual test cases and scenarios, ensuring comprehensive test coverage.
Troubleshot FIX session connectivity issues and facilitated FIX setup for smooth operations.

SeleniumFIX ProtocolRegression TestingTest Case WritingTest ExecutionTest Management+1

Saxo bank

Manager

Jan 2017 – Oct 2017 · 9 mos · Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Analyzed automation reports daily, identifying and resolving issues promptly for improved application health.
Supported stakeholders in maintaining continuous application uptime and performance.
Assigned tasks to development teams and executed manual test cases as required.

Automation EngineeringDefect TrackingManual TestingTest Management

Dion global solutions ltd

Senior Test Engineer

Oct 2015 – Dec 2016 · 1 yr 2 mos · Noida Area, India

Interpreted client requirements to prepare and execute comprehensive test cases, ensuring robust testing of various functionalities.
Managed defect reporting and tracking processes, maintaining high-quality software deliverables.
Addressed issues assigned by clients or onsite teams and replicated encountered issues for resolution.

Defect ReportingTest Case ExecutionQuality Assurance

Soigne technologies pvt. ltd

Software Test Engineer & Project Managment

Dec 2014 – Sep 2015 · 9 mos · Noida Area, India

Developed test cases based on client requirements and executed them to validate system functionalities.
Managed defect tracking and testing of various application features, fostering effective project team coordination.
Facilitated regular client interactions to ensure alignment with project goals.

Defect TrackingTest Case DevelopmentQuality Assurance

Expleo group(formally sqs india bfsi limited & thinksoft global services ltd)

Test engineer

Sep 2011 – Nov 2014 · 3 yrs 2 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Worked on UAT process.
Extensively functional experience in Software Testing: Test Strategy preparation, Test Case and Test Script Writing, Test Execution, Test Reporting and Defect Reports Preparation.
Expertise in Functional & Regression Testing.
Well acquainted with the Software Testing life cycle (STLC).
Well versed with FIX protocol based scripting using Verifix automation Tool.
Hands on experience in various Testing Tools & Bug management tool like Verifix, JIRA, Abacus.
Worked of Dodd Frank ACT(Mid Market Value & 15 Sec Rule)

Functional TestingRegression TestingQuality Assurance