Bhagwat Garg

Seasoned Test Manager with over 20 years and 7 months of dedicated experience in the Telecom industry, including 4 years and 7 months working closely with the client at Bell Canada Mississauga/Toronto. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and expertise in guiding teams to success in the dynamic and challenging telecommunications domain.

Adept at managing all facets of testing within the Telecom sector, including comprehensive knowledge of telecom protocols, billing systems, and industry-specific testing methodologies.

Extensive expertise in the Amdocs Billing System, with a proven track record of implementing robust testing strategies to ensure the reliability and accuracy of billing processes.

Proficient Agile Scrum Master, guiding teams through Agile methodologies to enhance project delivery efficiency in the fast-paced Telecom environment.

Experienced Test Architect, developing and executing comprehensive test strategies tailored to meet the unique requirements of Telecom projects, drawing upon years of industry knowledge and best practices.

Skilled in GenAI applications development in Python, with proficiency in utilizing streamlit front end for intuitive user interfaces, enhancing user experience and functionality.

Proven ability to leverage automation solutions effectively, including proficiency in TOSCA for telecom-specific automation testing, to streamline processes and optimize testing efforts.

Strong background in Security Testing methodologies, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical Telecom systems and data.

Certified in Cloud technologies and DevSecOps methodologies, with a solid foundation to complement extensive Telecom industry experience and drive innovation in testing practices.

Project 1: Tele Denmark Communications

• Led testing efforts for the Tele Denmark Communication project, focusing on Billing Modules within the Amdocs Billing System.
• Managed comprehensive testing, ensuring accuracy and reliability of billing solutions.
• Collaborated closely with Tele Denmark Communication to align testing with their business objectives.
• Facilitated coordination between development and testing activities for seamless integration.
• Provided leadership and oversight for project aspects, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Utilized technical expertise to address complex challenges and optimize testing processes.
• Enhanced testing processes to improve efficiency and streamline operations.

Project 2: McDonald’s-In Store Processor

• Oversaw testing efforts for migration project from SCO UNIX to Microsoft Windows platform.
• Collaborated with development team to synchronize testing with iterative development approach.
• Assured successful migration by conducting extensive testing and resolving issues promptly.
• Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure reliability and functionality of new platform.
• Worked closely with McDonald’s ISP to align testing efforts with migration goals.
• Maintained thorough documentation of test plans, test cases, and test results for transparency and traceability.
• Addressed and resolved testing issues promptly to minimize disruptions during migration process.

• Implemented comprehensive quality control strategies to uphold the reliability and accuracy of the ROSS system, ensuring adherence to quality and quantity (Q&Q) standards.
• Developed Unix Shell scripts to automate manual tasks and streamline validation processes, leading to significant reductions in manual efforts and notable enhancements in operational efficiency.
• Conducted rigorous performance testing to validate server load capacity, guaranteeing the system's resilience under heavy usage and optimizing its performance.
• Implemented database tuning measures to enhance system responsiveness and efficiency, resulting in measurable improvements in overall performance.

Led R&D projects encompassing GSM 3G Antenna Design and Testing, RF Planning, RF components for ISRO, IVRS for Telecom Exchanges, and Customized Wireless Devices for the Indian Army and Air Force from June 2000 to March 2004.

Conducted comprehensive product testing for various radio equipment, ensuring optimal performance and quality standards to support manufacturing operations.

Engaged in research and development initiatives to enhance communication security and capabilities through voice secrecy modules and phone patch functionality in radio circuits.

Proficiently interfaced base radios with PSTN, overseeing call testing procedures across diverse networks to ensure seamless communication.

Led field trials and commissioning of radio systems for esteemed clients like the Indian Air Force, ensuring reliability and effectiveness in real-world scenarios.

Designed, developed, and tested RF modules and circuits, guaranteeing optimal performance and quality using advanced RF test equipment.