Sameer Siddiqi
About Sameer Siddiqi
Sameer Siddiqi is the Director of Quality Assurance at Stax Payments, bringing over two decades of experience in software quality and process improvement across various industries. He has held leadership roles at several companies, including Agfa Healthcare, Fiserv, and Bottomline Technologies, and possesses expertise in Site Reliability Engineering and Software as a Service solutions.
Current Role at Stax Payments
Sameer Siddiqi serves as the Director of Quality Assurance at Stax Payments, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on ensuring the quality and reliability of software products and services. His responsibilities include overseeing quality assurance processes and implementing best practices to enhance software performance. Siddiqi's leadership is instrumental in fostering a culture of quality within the organization.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to his current role, Siddiqi held various positions in quality assurance across multiple organizations. He worked at Bottomline Technologies as Vice President of Quality Engineering from 2020 to 2022 and served as Senior Director of Quality from 2018 to 2019. His experience at Fiserv included roles as Director of Quality Assurance and Director of Quality and Process Management from 2013 to 2018. Siddiqi also worked at Landis+Gyr in multiple capacities, including Director of Software Quality Assurance and Manager of Software Quality Assurance.
Expertise in Software and Process Improvement
Siddiqi possesses expertise in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions. He specializes in continuous integration and continuous delivery (CICD) pipelines, which enhance software development processes. His strong commitment to process improvement and delivery optimization has contributed to positive outcomes in various organizations. Siddiqi's focus on performance engineering and software quality improvements spans over two decades.
Educational Background
Sameer Siddiqi studied at the University of Waterloo, where he earned an Honours BMath degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from 1995 to 2000. This educational foundation has equipped him with the analytical skills necessary for his roles in quality assurance and software engineering.
Leadership and Mentoring Skills
Siddiqi is recognized for his global leadership and mentoring capabilities. He fosters collaboration and teamwork across diverse teams, enhancing the effectiveness of his organizations. His ability to lead teams and mentor individuals is a significant aspect of his professional profile.