Apr 2021 – Jul 2023 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

• Built and led TPM and Engineering teams to deliver cloud-based School EdTech Platform, ensuring 90% on-time project delivery rate.
• Coached TPMs, acted as an Agile champion, and implemented agile methodologies for efficient product delivery aligned with organizational goals.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define & deliver long-term strategy and portfolio.
• Led L&D processes for engineering and product teams with KPI-driven and business-related learning outcomes.
• Managed 10 Tech platform pods to enhance Tech stack and move to microservice architecture & other Tech initiatives.
• Led the implementation of Continuous Integration & Test Driven Development techniques.
• Worked with the Finance team to reduce engineering & product costs by 15%.
• Conducted program reviews and risk assessments that led to a 20% reduction in project delivery time.
• Oversaw the development of an engineering process that resulted in a 20% improvement in output quality & a 30% increase in product dependability.
• Managed project portfolio activities, performed program reviews, managed risks, & addressed escalating obstacles using strong technical & business acumen.

Nov 2020 – Apr 2021 · 5 mos

• Helping Startup Grow, Evaluate technology and move forward.

Dec 2018 – Mar 2021 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

• Develop and execute technical program strategies, resulting in 20% increase in on-time delivery.
• Build and lead high-performance engineering teams, delivering large-scale initiatives and setting up PMO office for efficient project delivery.
• Foster a dynamic environment that supports development opportunities and motivates high performance, resulting in 10% lower employee turnover rate.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define the product and provide program updates, managing expectations on all requirements.
• Overcome Agile/Scrum impediments and achieve sprint goals, resulting in 20% increased velocity.
• Implement continuous improvements to engineering organization and program management process, sharing frameworks, tools, and best practices.
• Manage program budgets, resource allocation, and scheduling to ensure 95% on-time delivery rate and 10% reduction in budget overruns.
• Monitor industry trends and incorporate best practices into technical program management processes, overseeing 5 Tech platform pods to convert monolithic apps to microservices.

Sep 2017 – Dec 2018 · 1 yr 3 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

• Collaborated with Business and Operations leadership, including executives, to define the product and provide program updates.
• Worked with Engineering & Product Managers to deliver scalable solutions using Agile methodology & maintained technical and stakeholder documentation.
• Managed multiple project teams, tracking their progress, & implementing project plans within budget and deadlines.
• Facilitated communication between Tech teams & partners to understand product usage in the organization.
• Interacted with users for requirement gathering, risk assessment, technical architecture finalization, effort/cost/time estimation, & coordination/ reporting.
• Optimized program performance, verified and validated the program regularly.
• As the Engineering Manager of the Team, responsible for the frontend, backend and QA teams and also responsible for identifying innovative solutions to project deadlocks and resolving issues & constraints
• Made sure functional specifications match business goals, and support the realization of those goals through user testing, and product assessments.
• Suggested appropriate as well as technology-based solutions for enhancing the functional efficiency of the organization & achieving business excellence
• Led efforts towards understanding client needs, requirements, and expectations and devising solutions accordingly

Jan 2015 – Jan 2017 · 2 yrs · New Delhi Area, India

• Managed a critical business initiative worth US $300 million, ensuring successful delivery by overseeing the entire project lifecycle, including project planning, requirements definition, risk management, communication, and implementation monitoring.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills as a technical and functional lead, using sound judgment and innovative solutions to resolve project deadlocks, constraints, and issues.
• Ensured functional specifications were aligned with business goals by conducting user testing, product assessments, and customer training/documentation. Effectively aligned development team priorities with overall company goals.
• Identified and suggested appropriate technology-based solutions to improve organizational efficiency and achieve business excellence, driving innovation and continuous improvement.
• Led efforts to understand citizen needs, requirements, and expectations at UIDAI, one of India's best government organizations. Devised and implemented solutions to address those needs and improve services.

Mar 2014 – Aug 2015 · 1 yr 5 mos · Greater Chennai Area

Jan 2012 – Jan 2014 · 2 yrs

Jan 2011 – Jan 2012 · 1 yr

Jan 2008 – Jan 2011 · 3 yrs

Jan 2006 – Jan 2008 · 2 yrs