Qasim Mehdi
Schaumburg
Summary
Dynamic Senior Product Analyst with a proven track record at HighTower Advisors, leveraging data analytics and effective communication to drive product strategy and enhance performance. Skilled in agile methodology, I successfully streamlined development processes, improving time-to-market efficiency and aligning product offerings with customer needs. Committed to continuous learning and teamwork.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Product Analyst
HighTower Advisors
Chicago, IL
09.2021 - Current
- Analyzed customer data to identify trends and inform product strategy with wealth soultions teams and Investment firms.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product features based on user feedback.
- Developed and maintained Salesforce and CRM dashboards to track key performance indicators for Client Agreements product success.
- Conducted competitive analysis to assess market positioning and refine product offerings.
- Led initiatives to streamline Salesforce product development processes, improving time-to-market efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions addressing customer pain points.
- Enhanced product performance by conducting in-depth data analysis and identifying key areas for improvement.
- Managed product backlog effectively to ensure timely delivery of high-priority features without compromising quality or scope.
- Led user acceptance testing efforts, ensuring a high-quality end-product that met customer needs and expectations.
- Improved collaboration between departments by establishing clear lines of communication regarding project status updates.
- Implemented agile methodologies to prioritize product features, leading to more efficient development cycles.
Senior Quality Assurance Analyst
Atlas Financial Holdings Inc.
Schaumburg, IL
05.2017 - 08.2021
- Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance product reliability and performance.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive testing strategies for software applications.
- Mentored junior analysts in best practices for quality assurance processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve critical defects.
- Utilized automated testing tools to increase efficiency and accuracy of test cases.
- Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
- Collaborated closely with development teams to identify and resolve software issues during all stages of the SDLC.
- Streamlined QA processes for efficiency, resulting in faster product releases to market.
- Created test cases and test scripts to maintain cohesive team approach to product development.
- Collaborated with developers and project managers to assess program capabilities, features and testing demands.
- Met tight deadlines to satisfy client demands and project timelines.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
Quality Assurance Analyst
Career Education Corporation
Schaumburg, IL
03.2014 - 04.2017
- Designed and executed comprehensive test plans to ensure product quality and functionality.
- Collaborated with development teams to identify and resolve software defects effectively.
- Implemented automated testing tools to enhance efficiency in regression testing processes.
- Analyzed test results and reported findings, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated closely with development teams to clarify requirements, resulting in more efficient bug resolution process.
- Gathered data on integration issues and vulnerabilities, reported findings and recommended improvements.
- Completed in-depth usability testing on Windows, Android and iOS mobile devices.
Infantryman
US Army
Fort Riley North, KS
01.2010 - 03.2014
- Conducted reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence and assess enemy positions.
- Collaborated with team members to execute tactical operations and ensure mission success.
- Operated and maintained various weapon systems, ensuring readiness for deployment.
- Trained and mentored junior soldiers on military tactics and operational procedures.
- Coordinated logistics for supply chains, enhancing efficiency in resource distribution.
- Developed soldier skills by providing guidance on marksmanship, physical fitness, and tactical maneuvers.
- Coordinated closely with allied forces during joint operations, enhancing interoperability and mission effectiveness.
- Increased mission success rate through thorough planning and coordination with other units.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
DeVry University
Addison, IL08-2019
Associate of Science - Information And Computer Systems
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO05-2009
Skills
- Effective communication
- Continuous learning mindset
- Problem solving prowess
- Statistical modeling techniques
- Agile methodology
- Product portfolio management
- Data analytics
- Teamwork
- Product alignment
- Business intelligence
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Product Analyst
HighTower Advisors
09.2021 - Current
Senior Quality Assurance Analyst
Atlas Financial Holdings Inc.
05.2017 - 08.2021
Quality Assurance Analyst
Career Education Corporation
03.2014 - 04.2017
Infantryman
US Army
01.2010 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
DeVry University
Associate of Science - Information And Computer Systems
University of Central Missouri