Product Manager

Product Manager with hands-on experience in development of scalable tools and smart automation systems. Leading IoT device integration into software platforms and building internal tools.

IoT Integration Product Management QA Testing BMS Deployment OTA Systems Cross-functional Leadership

3+

Years Experience

45%

Reduction in On-Site Network Failures

40%

Faster Ticket Resolution

10000+

IoT Devices Updated via OTA

Altamash Gulrej Shaikh

About Me

Get to know more about my background, journey, and what drives my passion for product management and IoT innovation.

My Story

I’m a Product Manager with over 3 years of experience in the IoT and smart automation domain. I work closely with software, hardware, and field teams to define, test, and roll out features that solve real-world problems. Most of the features I help shape are client-centric, focused on improving usability, stability, and long-term value.

From managing OTA updates for 10,000+ devices to leading internal tool development and field deployments, I ensure that every update or product improvement serves a clear purpose and delivers measurable impact.

Quick Facts

Based in Navi Mumbai, India

3+ years in Product Delivery & QA Engineering

Education

B.Sc. in Information Technology
Pillai's College of Arts, Commerce & Science - 2022

HSC
KLE Jr College - 2018

SSC
Carmel Convent High School - 2016

Beyond Work

When I'm not optimizing product workflows, you'll find me exploring the latest in tech trends, writing about tech, staying active through athletics, or diving into photography to keep my strategic thinking sharp.

Work Experience

My professional journey in product management and IoT technology development.

Product Manager

Surmount Energy Solutions | Mumbai, India | Full-time

April 2024 – Present

  • Designed and deployed the Support App, a field ops tool now being extended to production workflows.
  • Co-built the OTA Utility, allowing 10000+ IoT devices to receive seamless remote firmware updates.
  • Managed the Coolmaster release at the client site, used for controlling VRF/VRV ACs centrally.
  • Led integration of the DALI protocol into the platform for lighting automation.
  • Managed end-to-end product releases and prepared training, release documentation, and SOPs.
  • Trained Sales , Project management team & Support teams on tech onboarding and field readiness.
  • Rolled out a network survey SOP, reducing on-site network failures by 45%.

Software Tester

Surmount Energy Solutions | Mumbai, India | Full-time

2022 – 2024

  • Performed manual, API, UAT, and regression testing.
  • Validated real-time deployments for AI-based BMS setups.
  • Built and managed IoT test benches for Modbus, MQTT, Coolmaster.
  • Created detailed field issue diagrams and support escalation flows.
  • Deployed and troubleshot on-site firmware and network failures.

Featured Projects

Skills & Expertise

Product Management

Product vision & roadmapping

Release & deployment planning Internal process optimization Product roadmap execution

Testing & QA

Manual, API, UAT, and regression

Manual & regression testing API testing with Postman UAT and functional validation

IoT Protocols

Hardware-software integration

Modbus MQTT DALI

Tools & Platforms

Development & collaboration

GitHub Postman Notion & Figma

Collaboration

Cross-functional teamwork

Cross-functional Team Training Stakeholder alignment Client delivery planning

Technical Implementation

Infrastructure & debugging

Network infrastructure planning Protocol analysis & debugging API endpoint validation

Personal Interests & Extra-Curriculars

Athletics

Winner of 1.5 km and 5 km track events at district-level competitions. Committed to endurance and discipline.

Football

Active player in local football tournaments; values team play and on-field strategy.

Tech Blogging

Writes about smartphones, consumer gadgets, and AI tools, combining deep knowledge with accessible content.

Photography

Passionate about capturing authentic moments through the lens. Skilled in landscape, street, and portrait photography with a keen eye for composition and lighting.

Get In Touch

Ready to discuss your next project or explore collaboration opportunities? I'd love to hear from you.

Contact Information

Location

Navi Mumbai, India

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