You can post your CV’s in this thread. In my opinion this will help Pakistanis (who are in a position to do so) to explore and utilize the talents of other fellow Pakistanis.
Bear in mind, as this is a public forum it is the duty of the guppy posting his/her CV, to be the judge of how much information he/she needs to impart.
Things like names, addresses, and any non-disclosure pacts (about company patented projects) should be omitted from your CV.
here is mine........
TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
Hardware: ASIC, Cadence tools, Synopsis synthesis, RTL coding, Verilog, VHDL, Code Coverage, Chrysalis Formal verification, Verification of RTL, MIPS Assembler.
Software: C, Unix, Perl, Perl GTK, MIPS Assembler, Fortran
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualification
M.Sc Microelectronics, ****** University UK.
Main Features of the Course: VLSI, Hardware descriptive Language, Verilog and VHDL, Parallel Computer Architecture, Analogue Chip Design,Chip Architecture.
B.E Aeronautical Engineering. P.A.F
Higher Secondary School , P.A.F. Degree College.
WORK EXPERIENCE
****** (United Kingdom):
· In general I worked on RTL coding, simulation, Debug and verification for different projects.
· I have worked on ******** (A MIPS based system on chip). A sub system that includes a MIPS 4Kc processor, embedded DRAM and support functions like PCI, internal and external memory controllers and a block known as the “switch” for the connectivity of all major blocks. The goal was to develop a hard macro that can be used as a building block with in a series of Application specific standard Products.
· Designed the Switch, which was an integral part of ****. The central switch block provides transaction arbitration, buffering and combining of memory requests from different functional blocks within *.
· One of the responsibilities assigned to me was to verify the switch block, integrate it into the environment and also synthesize it using synopsys tools.
· Designed the MIPS programmable local register block for Socrates. Using the MIPS assembler I wrote many tests.
· The design and verification of the MIPS programmable local register block proved particularly complex. One of the tests was to test the exception registers and to design an exception service routine to be executed. The MIPS exception routine was written using the MIPS assembler.
· I also designed the Auxiliary interface to the switch for a later version of the **** chip. This involved envisaging the design at the specification stage and coming up with an appropriate protocol for swift flow of data. I was responsible for the design from specification, RTL design, and verification up to implementation. The interface gave access through the switch to the internal/external memory for high performance peripheral devices.
· Worked on a PCI combine unit by translating it from VHDL to Verilog so that it can be incorporated on the ******** chip. The designer’s train of thought had to be understood so that the design could be rendered in Verilog language in the most efficient and effectual way.
· Later on the SOCrates project I wrote a small piece of code that worked as a PCI master when initiated. It produced PCI traffic, which was used to stimulate the PCI and maintain a constant flow of data reads/writes on the PCI bus.
· My verification activities included creation of stand-alone test bench in Verilog to exercise my RTL designed blocks. In addition I built tests for various blocks of ******** running under a standardized test environment developed by our verification specialists.
· Worked on lan (*’s LAN controller) testing through random test bench, and targeted tests. Working with the Designer I had to work out tests that covered a wide variety of functions. The tests were written in C, with self-checking capabilities and integrated into archiving system CVS.
· Gave a presentation on the verification efforts for the LAN controller to the LAN controller’s design and verification team.
· Testing MIPS32 Lead vehicle in the Lab by booting it and running a small piece of code at different clock frequencies.
· Designed in Perl, a method to debug assembler tests that were written for verifying ***** and its integral blocks.
Courses attended:
· MIPS 32K processor four-day course.
· Doulos Comprehensive Verilog course.
· Meridian Frame Maker course.
· Net Seminar PCI Design.
Projects at the University:
· Design a Full custom ALU at transistor level. The goal was to design and develop a single bit slice of the ALU doing addition, subtraction, shift and EXor operation. The bit slice was replicated eight times to give us an eight-bit ALU.
· Design a RISC processor through Verilog. This was to be approached in two folds first of all the RISC processor had to be designed on a behavior level of abstraction and then a detailed structural level design was to be developed. At the end the two designs were compared and analyzed.
· Design a multiplier in VHDL.
Project in Bachelors Degree:
· To design and develop a 2D autonomous robot with the help of a micro controller using assembly language. The development included designing, fabrication and software. Stepper motors were used for the physical design cause of there low error rate.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:
Sports: Swimming (Team captain in the Air force), athletics 10000 meters, and riding.
Other: I have a PPL (private pilot's license)
PKC as a first cut if I may suggest a change, take out the "I"s in your CV and make them standalone third person statements.
The outplacement course that I went to were the ones who tuned and then re-tuned my CV to the optimum level. At least that’s what they claimed.
Secondly IMHO a technical CV has to be a little provocative and not reflect arrogance, I think they struck a fine balance.
Thirdly I thought other people will come forward and post their CV’s but no response yet.:(
hmm weird. No one in the US would use I thats why I mentioned that. I would post mine but its too specific and at the moment I am not ready to make it public. But you should look at resumes posted at major schools career centers.
hmcq is right ..too many I's.. it should be in past tense such as "Designed... " looks like giving message I made up all this..
Yes !!! I made all this , but I dint make it up.:)
PKC
i think people are not used to the CV format since it is not used as much in US. However, having seen other CV samples, ranging from thoise who have 30+ years experience to those who have less than 10 years, I have not seen the use of "I" and "My" etc. additionally the inclusion of high school is a bit peculiar as well.
I will post my resume up once i have scrubbed it.
PKC. Summarize man. You have good qualifications, but your presentation is very poor. List your experiences very briefly, followed by "Special Skills and Achievements" and ending with your Colleges and Degrees. All the rest (your dissertation and projects, and extracurricular stuff) can be mentioned in the interview. Always remember that the purpose of a Resume is to get an Interview and not a Job. Most employers don’t even read what's in a Resume. Try to make it fit on one page (12 letters per inch font) and use Bullet Points if you can. Cluttered Resumes are the worst. I have seen some really garbage resumes by some very qualified applicants. Try checking out a Book in your local Library in Peshawar (or at a Bookstore), What Color is your Parachute - it gives some good suggestions on Resume writing.
Lots of luck.
Fraudiay jee
I don’t know why there is so much of hype against the use of “I “an “My “ . As I have already mentioned a technical out-placement school used it, whom optimized my CV. Probably if u see the real thing u will have a different view.
Btw : u know the brits……I have conquered India, The sun never sets on MY Empire.
NYA: I respect u in this forum as I respect my true uncle (chacha).
Your advice is good and I will ponder upon it , but a technical CV cannot be of one page. Secondly I think if u belonged to my field u would have had a different point of view. Nevertheless thanks for the remarks.
PS : This was the CV that scored me 2 interviews within a week of submitting , but I never went ( yes I do regret it but that’s a different matter altogether)
PKC.
Pls don’t talk to yourself on this forum. Its in really poor taste.
I don’t think your aim to post your CV here was for people to start critiquing it, however, to be honest it is unusual for those in the States to see a CV, especially such a detailed CV as yours. As Fraudia mentioned, in US people usually prepare a Resume, and not a Curriculum Vitae. And there are certain differences between the two. That is why members from US find some idiosyncracies in your CV which they pointed out.
Its not necessarily bad. As FG mentioned, depends on where you are applying and who is reading the CV. Some people who are reading your CV will prefer more information, rather than less, whereas those in US generally prefer brevity over details. Plus in US, its a rule-of-thumb to always use action words. In your CV, if you do wish to put down all the detailed projects in there, it will look something like this (without the bolds, ofcourse)
ENTERPRISING
Achieved
Established
Introduced
Publicized
Conceptualized
Founded
Invented
Recruited
Created
Generated
Marketed
Customized
Initiated
Originated
Designed
Implemented
Persuaded
FINANCIAL
Allocated
Audited
Calculated
Forecasted
Analyzed
Balanced
Computed
Projected
Appraised
Budgeted
Developed
MANAGEMENT
Administered
Expedited
Motivated
Revitalized
Approved
Evaluated
Organized
Scheduled
Arranged
Executed
Oversaw
Shaped
Attained
Formulated
Planned
Spearheaded
Chaired
Improved
Prioritized
Strengthened
Consolidated
Increased
Produced
Supervised
Contracted
Influenced
Promoted
Taught
Coordinated
Instituted
Reduced
Trained
Delegated
Integrated
Recommended
Directed
Handled
Resolved
Enlisted
Led
Reviewed
NEGOTIATING/COUNSELING
Advocated
Consulted
Interviewed
Rehabilitated
Arbitrated
Counseled
Listened
Resolved
Clarified
Diagnosed
Mediated
Represented
Coached
Facilitated
Negotiated
Solved
Clarified
Guided
Referred
RESEARCH/WRITING
Authored
Compiled
Examined
Researched
Catalogued
Corresponded
Identified
Reviewed
Clarified
Critiqued
Illustrated
Translated
Classified
Developed
Interpreted
Summarized
Collaborated
Drafted
Investigated
Systematized
Collected
Edited
Organized
Wrote
SPEAKING
Addressed
Informed
Pioneered
Spoke
Arbitrated
Lectured
Moderated
Translated
Convinced
Litigated
Presented
Reported
Demonstrated
Marketed
Performed
Represented
TECHNICAL
Assembled
Engineered
Operated
Repaired
Built
Fabricated
Overhauled
Upgrades
Computed
Inspected
Programmed
Designed
Maintained
Remolded
Hope it helps. Not just for you, but to anyone who is contemplating writing a resume/CV/biodata or to update.
^:eek:
Faisal bhai how much time did tht take u?!
The information is so useful!..thanks!
Read your sig. Its copy and paste.
Ok Einstein...
Podeenay
I understand the differences between a Resume and a CV format. The CVs which I have seen do not have the "my" or "I" in it. The Cvs belong to fairly successful people ranging from HR director of a multinational, to Finance Manager in a multinational to a CEO. the length of teh Cv has ranged from 3 to 8 pages, especially in the cases of the more technical ones.
I can not explain why there is so much fuss aorund the usage of "I' and "MY" etc, but its a rule of thumb, why not follow it.
Got your point about brits, I guess using the same logic to desi it would be, I ** would have been** the top scholar, or I used to be a great student (first grade), :)
Faisal , I think FG deserved a slap on the wrist rather then me getting one in this thread.
but thanks for the info , I do have a draft of my CV which does not include a “I” or “MY”. The action words are quite useful.
Fraudiay: 
nice one mate !!!
get ready folks, hope you will not get bored or fall a sleep, please do comment for improvements! basically its influenced by our company wide glabal CV format.
Shakil Ahmed
E-mail: [email protected]
*Personal Information *
Marital Status: Male, Single
Languages: English, Urdu, Punjabi
*Profile Summary *
I have about 7 years IT experience. To date I have developed strengths in designing and developing software applications for Telecoms, Government, and Banking sectors. I have worked on all project phases i.e. analysis, design, coding, testing, implementations and support. I am also a Java, JSP and servlets programmer and familiar with major development tools and platforms. In addition, I have a solid understanding of networks and communication.
*Responsibilities and Achievements *
Consultant, LogicaCMG, Jan 01 - Date
**
Client : [classified] Global Services
Project: CRM-Billing Integration **
Period : Aug 03 – Date
Role : Designer/Developer
Environment : Java, Oracle 8, Geneva, CVS, XML
This british telecoms client more than 114 different Billing systems across globe. Our task invloves to migrate all these into one platform ie, Geneva and provide integration with their CRM system based on Clarify. I started from Low level design of the system and going to development phase soon.
**
Client : O2
Project: O2 Shop **
Period : Feb 03 – Aug 03
Role : Developer
Environment : java, BroadVision 6, Apache, CVS, JSP, Oracle, XML
O2-Shop is a part of O2 web portal for selling mobile phones and accessories online. It is a first shop of kind providing online services to personal and business clients. Functionality includes simple buying, real time credit and address checks, interfaces with various vendors. I was responsible for developing new releases and also provide support for defects.
**
Client: T-Mobile
Project: iPIN SVA Trial **
Period : Jan 03 – Date
Role : Developer
Environment : Weblogic, java, Visual Café, iPIN, ServletExec, Solaris, JSP, Oracle, HTML
T-Mobile SVA(Stored Value Account) mobile payment system. It includes micro payment solution and allows customers to buy online through mobiles and web using money stored in SVA. I was responsible for delivering the iPIN SVA integration with the merchant site.
**
Client : IBM, O2
Project: O2 Companion**
Period : Aug 02 – Oct 02
Role : Designer/Developer
Environment : Geneva, Broadvision, AIX UNIX, Oracle, SQL
IBM Companion programme is a billing upgrade project for O2. I was responsible for identifying, designing and development of reports. I identified reports from specifications and produced technical design. I also developed and unit tested these reports. I worked on IBM research site with teams from eDocs, Convergys, and IBM for this project.
**
Client : Vodafone UK
Project: m-Pay **
Period : May 02 – Aug 02
Role : Developer
Environment : java, Visual Café, iPIN, ServletExec, Solaris, JSP, Oracle, HTML, XML
Vodafone M-Pay is a mobile payment system. It includes and macro and micro payment solutions and allow customers to buy online through mobiles using m-wallet or charge to their mobile account. I was responsible for delivering the iPIN integration of the Common Partner Interface (CPI). I learnt iPIN while on the job and developed himself as an experienced developer on the iPIN platform, specifically in the area of integration with merchants. I also provided advice to a junior member of the team.
**
Client : Genie
Project: G Shop **
Period : Mar 2002 to April 2002
Role : System , Regression, and User acceptance Testing
Environment : Geneva, Broadvision, NT, Solaris, ASP, Oracle, HTML, XML, ssh
G-Shop is a part of Genie web portal for selling mobile phones and accessories online. I completed the regression and system testing with stubs where needed. I was responsible to find and resolve defect issues with system administrators and developers. I also completed UAT for this project. The Genie reference system is set-up parallel to the live system in place by O2 for new updates.
**
Client : NTT DoCoMo Japan
Project : 3G MPS (Message Processing System) **
Period : Apr 01 – Feb 02
Role : Software Engineer
Environment : Java, HP-UNIX, JBuilder, Solaris, Continuus/CM, Remedy, CORBA(OrbixWeb)
MPS (Message Processing System) is based on LogicaCMG SMSC Telepath 2700 and customised for NTT DoCoMo according to the enhanced features requirement for the world’s first 3G network. DoCoMo required a GUI to remotely monitor and manage all MPS on its network. This GUI component of MPS is named as MSAT (Messaging System Administration Terminal).
My work on MSAT included, problem investigation and resolution, implementation, and testing. I produced component designs for Alarm/Event Server that is a key part of the system.
I also had additional area of responsibility, identifying the software applications required and to set up new HP servers for development in the Reading office. Being a part of different teams working in parallel, I proved myself an adaptable and flexible resource.
**
Client : Various Banks
Project : EBPP**
Period : Feb 01- Mar 01
Role : Developer
Environment: eDocs, iPlanet, ServletExec, JSP, Oracle, XML
EBPP Electronic Bill Presentment and Payment is designed for potential banking & billing clients that allows consumers to register, view, and pay bills by logging on to one web Portal. An administrative interface was also developed to add new billers and consumers. I co-led the team and provided technical assistance to the members. I analysed the requirements and was responsible for the development phase.
**
IT Manager/ Developer, Online Research Agency London, Mar 00 – Dec 00 **
**
Project: HR & Project Costing System **
Period : Mar 00 - Nov 00
Role : Team Lead
Environment : Java Server pages and Servlets on MS Access, JDBC, SQL server, Win95/NT and Red Hat Linux
The ‘HR & Project Costing System’ was developed to assist ORA to log work hours for the running projects and cost estimation. The application produces weekly time sheets of the employees, analyse the ongoing cost and quoted cost. I analysed, designed, developed and tested the project. After requirement analysis I produced a functional design and development plan for team members.
I initially designed this application with MS Access forms and then changed it to web interface for greater accessibility.
Project: Panel Project
Period : Jun 00 – Dec 00
Role : Developer
Environment : JSP, SQL Server, JDBC, Red Hat Linux , UML
Panel project is designed to handle the information and services for the Panel members recruited by ORA. I analysed the system and came up with the project requirements and design. A prototype was developed using the JSP and Java servlets with MS access as back end database.
Project: ORA Website
Period : Mar 00 – May 00
Role : Lead Developer /Network Administrator
Environment : JSP, JDBC, HTML, XML, ssh, Apache, tomcat, Dreamweaver, MS FrontPage
I led a team of 4 to redesign the company website, added new features, and made enhancements. I also designed and developed new online surveys for clients.
I also redesigned the new TCP/IP network structure of the company, installed and configured LAN, NT, Linux, ADSL, ISDN and routers.
**Software Engineer, SDL International Ltd Berkshire, May 99 – Dec 99
Client : Adobe Inc.
Project: InDesign**
Period : May 99 – Dec 99
Role : Software Engineer
Environment : MS Windows, Apple Mac
SDL International is a software and multimedia translation company. I worked as a team member to translate Adobe InDesign into different languages from the US version. In house tools were used to replace other languages text into the application interface. I was also involved in testing of the translated applications. I also worked on help files for Rockwell RSLogix 5000 using MS Help builder.
Web Developer, International Students Society, University of Westminster, Oct 98 – Oct 99
Project: UWISS Website
Period : Oct 98 – Oct 99
Role : Web Developer
Environment : HTML, Dreamweaver, MS FrontPage
I led a team of 4 to redesign the society website, added new features, and made enhancements.
**
Software Engineer, I2C Inc, Oct 96 – Jul 98
Client : Punjab Police
Project: Police Records and Crime Control System**
Period : Feb 97 – Jul 98
Role: Team Lead
Environment : SSADM, INFORMIX, NT, SCO UNIX
The system encompasses the management and maintenance of crime records. The system includes i.e., Crime reporting, Investigation, Crime Records, Mailing, Stolen Vehicles, and Driving Licenses. This system is being implemented in 624 different geographic locations. I joined the development team as analyst and quickly moved to a team-leading role for a year. I was responsible for holding analysis meetings with the client, design, scheduling and assigning the tasks to the team.
**
Client : Various
Period : Oct 96 – Jan 97
Role : Project Intern**
Environment : INFORMIX, SCO UNIX, NT, HTML
I2C is an IT consultancy. I started my professional IT career with I2C Inc. I worked in various software development roles on a number of projects i.e., made technical proposals for new projects i.e., Military Accounts. I also provided support for installed projects.
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Computing Skills **
**Language exposure: **Java, C, BASIC, Pascal, COBOL, NewEra, Informix-4GL, Familiar with Visual BASIC, Assembly, Oracle
**Expertise: Java, System Analysis and Design, Client Server Application Development, Network Design, TCP/IP. Good understanding of PC Hardware, Networking, Internet, and OA tools.
Operating System Exposure: DOS, SCO/Solaris/HP/AIX UNIX, Windows 95, Windows NT, Mac OS
Web: JSP, Broadvision, Dreamweaver, MS Frontpage, NewAtlanta SevletExec, Netscape Enterprise Server, Apache Tomcat.
**
Employment History **
Jan 2001 - Date Consultant, Telecom Solutions, LogicaCMG UK
Mar 2000 - Dec 2000 IT Manager/developer, Online Research Agency, London
May 1999 - Dec 1999 Software Engineer/Tester, SDL International, Maidenhead, Berkshire, UK
Feb 1997- July 1998 Software Engineer, I2C Inc.
Oct 1996- Jan 1997 Project Intern, I2C Inc.
**
Publications **
1. E-Commerce with Java Technology, Harrow School of Computer Science, University of Westminster, London, 2000
*Professional Training *
1. Mobile Communications, LogicaCMG, London
2. Telecommunications, Cable & Wireless College, Coventry
3. GSM, SCN Limited/Logica Mobile Networks, Reading, UK.
2. .Continuus/CM , Logica Mobile Networks, Reading, UK.
3. Telepath 2700 SMSC, Logica Mobile Networks, Dublin, Ireland.
4. ATS/CORBA, Logica Mobile Networks, Reading, UK.
5. Object Oriented Programming, I2C Inc., Lahore, Pakistan.
*Professional Memberships *
1. Graduate member of British Computer Society
*Awards received *
Special Contribution Award Year 1997, I2C Inc., Lahore, Pakistan.
*Education *
M.Sc. (Computer Networks and Communications), University of Westminster, London UK.
M.Sc. (Computer Science), CSM- Institute of Graduate Studies, Lahore.
DSE (Diploma in Software Engineering), The National College, Lahore.
B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry), University of Punjab, Lahore.
Academic Projects
Ftp Client and Server development using Java.
MIS System study of Motorola Mobile Communications Pakistan
Database Design for Customer services of Paktel Mobile Communications Limited, Pakistan.
Internet Design and Architecture Study of Brain Net Pakistan.
RS 232 Serial communication programming in C
Spread sheet with some basic functions using C
Developed Paintbrush Editor using C
Designed Urdu Language editor using C
Video Library information system using BASIC
Order Entry System in Informix 4GL/SQL and same in Oracle 6 for UNIX
*Personal Skills *
Highly motivated
Outgoing
Team player
Able to adapt and learn rapidly and toil to set in any kind of environment ceaselessly
*Interests *
Travelling, Electronics, Photography
*Extra Curricular *
Web Co ordinator /Executive member, International Students Society, University of Westminster London. - Sep 1998 to Sep 1999
President, CSM Software Society, Canadian School of Management IGS USA, Lahore Campus - 1995 to1997
President, Baig's Physics Society, Islamia College Lahore - 1990 to 1992
Member Photo Art Club, Chemistry Society Islamia College Lahore-1990 to 1992
*References *
Available upon Request
People in the US also us CV, dependent on the field they wish to enter. My science professor stated that she had to prepare a CV to enter her doctoral program, to apply for her college level teaching position, and when she worked in an education or geology position with the government. She is assisting me in putting together a CV for graduate school. When I complete, maybe I could get some outside feedback here? Thanks in advance
In the US you use resumes for almost every job application. The only exception would be academic oriented jobs such as doctoral or post doc programs or professorships, jobs at think tanks or the world bank where the emphasis is on the phd level and publications and not the bachelors or masters level or work experience.
In the rest of the world, the CV is generally considered standard as far as I can tell. However I would make two different documents, one a CV and the other a resume and send both even when asked for a resume so that the recruiter can on one page see a summary of the key points and then go through the CV for more details.