Shakeel Iqbal
About Shakeel Iqbal
Shakeel Iqbal is a Quality Assurance Manager with extensive experience in the computer software industry, currently working at BigHand since 2019. He has held various roles in quality assurance and testing, including positions at Allocate Software plc and Medidata Solutions, and possesses strong skills in Requirements Analysis and Behavior-Driven Development.
Work at BigHand
Shakeel Iqbal has been serving as the Quality Assurance Manager at BigHand since 2019. His role involves overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring that software products meet the required standards before release. Based in London Bridge, he has contributed to enhancing the quality of software solutions offered by the company.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to his current position, Shakeel Iqbal worked at Medidata Solutions in various roles, including Lead SQA Analyst and Test Manager, from 2014 to 2019. He also held the position of Principle QA Architect at Allocate Software plc from 2003 to 2014. His experience spans over a decade in the computer software industry, where he has developed a strong foundation in quality assurance practices.
Education and Expertise
Shakeel Iqbal holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical Engineering from the University of Glasgow, which he completed from 1986 to 1991. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science degree in Information Technology from the University of the West of Scotland in 2001. He possesses expertise in Behavior-Driven Development (BDD), which promotes collaboration among developers, testers, and business stakeholders.
Background in Software Testing
Shakeel Iqbal began his career as a Test Analyst at Pilgrim Systems from 2001 to 2003. He later transitioned to Medidata Solutions, where he initially worked as a Senior SQA Analyst for seven months before advancing to Lead SQA Analyst and then Test Manager. His comprehensive background in software testing has equipped him with strong skills in Requirements Analysis, allowing him to effectively document stakeholder needs.