Rajesh Thanumalayan

Project Manager

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India11 yrs 7 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • 11+ years of experience in diverse industries.
  • Expert in Agile project management and digital transformation.
  • Proven track record of delivering scalable solutions.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Technical Project Manager with expertise in Agile methodologies across multiple industries including Fintech and SaaS.

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Skills

Core Skills

Agile Project ManagementCustomer-centric MindsetProduct DevelopmentAgile & Waterfall MethodologiesProduct ManagementProject ManagementTeam LeadershipProduct Strategy

Other Skills

ScrumCustomer SatisfactionRequirements GatheringProblem SolvingStrategic ThinkingProduct Road MappingProduct DesignCross-functional Team LeadershipScaled Agile FrameworkTeam BuildingSoftware as a Service (SaaS)Agile MethodologiesCooperationProject CoordinationTeam Management

About

I’m a Technical Project Manager with 11+ years of experience delivering scalable digital solutions across Banking, FinTech, Hospitality, Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Enterprise Technology domains. I specialize in leading cross-functional Agile teams, driving end-to-end project delivery, and bridging the gap between business objectives and technical execution. My experience includes managing enterprise applications, digital transformation initiatives, platform implementations, stakeholder communication, release planning, risk management, and roadmap execution in fast-paced Agile/SAFe environments. From contributing to financial platforms at S&P Global to leading large-scale delivery initiatives across multiple industries, I focus on delivering measurable business value through technology. Core expertise includes: • Technical Project Management • Agile & SAFe Delivery • Stakeholder Management • SDLC & Release Planning • Risk & Dependency Management • Jira, Confluence, ADO, SQL, Figma • Cross-functional Team Leadership • Product & Business Analysis • Digital Transformation Initiatives I’m passionate about building high-performing teams, improving delivery efficiency, and driving successful project outcomes through collaboration, strategic execution, and customer-focused thinking. Always willing to grow my professional network, exchange ideas, and connect with professionals passionate about technology, Agile delivery, and scalable digital solutions.

Experience

11 yrs 7 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 10 mos
Average Tenure
4 mos
Current Experience

American express

Associate Technical Project Manager

Feb 2026Present · 4 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · Hybrid

Encora inc.

Project Manager

Oct 2025Feb 2026 · 4 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

ScrumCustomer SatisfactionCustomer-Centric MindsetRequirements GatheringAgile Project ManagementProblem Solving+1

Vthink global technologies private limited

Associate Project Manager

Aug 2024Jul 2025 · 11 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site

  • Led the end-to-end development of a corporate housing platform, ensuring a seamless user experience and integrating AI-driven personalization to enhance client engagement and booking relevance.
  • Managed cross-functional teams of developers, designers, and QA testers to create a user-friendly, scalable application that integrates real-time booking, secure payment systems, and advanced search functionalities.
  • Defined and prioritised project requirements by collaborating with key stakeholders, including business leaders, real estate managers, and end users.
  • Played the role of a Scrum Master, facilitating daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and sprint reviews to ensure smooth Agile execution.
  • Implemented MS Project for scheduling, resource planning, and milestone tracking, ensuring accurate visibility into project progress and improving on-time delivery by 15%.
  • Managed the risk assessment and mitigation process, resolving technical and operational challenges to ensure project deadlines were met.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and data protection laws, safeguarding user information and financial transactions
Team LeadershipProduct StrategyScrumProduct Road MappingProduct DesignCross-functional Team Leadership+15

Apexon

Senior Business Analyst

Sep 2023Jul 2024 · 10 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · Hybrid

  • Led business requirement gathering sessions with end users, SMEs, and developers using structured questionnaires and business scenarios to capture high-value needs.
  • Translated complex business processes in clinical trials, data management, and compliance into well-defined product backlog items, focusing on delivering stakeholder value.
  • Prioritized and managed the product backlog based on business goals, customer impact, and technical feasibility, ensuring continuous alignment with evolving project needs.
  • Facilitated Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives), fostering a culture of transparency, continuous improvement, and team accountability.
  • Actively monitored project progress using tools like Jira to ensure sprint goals were met, blockers were removed promptly, and velocity was maintained or improved.
  • Identified and addressed process inefficiencies within teams, improving collaboration, enhancing delivery speed, and reinforcing Agile best practices across the organization
Team LeadershipProduct StrategyProblem SolvingAgile & Waterfall MethodologiesUser StoriesValidation (Drug Manufacture)+22

S&p global ratings

Associate Product Manager

Mar 2020May 2023 · 3 yrs 2 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Hybrid

  • Collaborated with stakeholders including executive management, customers, and development teams to align product vision, strategy, and roadmap.
  • Conducted regular stakeholder meetings, eliciting feedback, managing expectations, and ensuring alignment on project goals and deliverables.
  • Created technical specifications, system requirements, and supported QA with test documentation.
  • Developed wireframes, mockups, and interaction flow for feature designs.
  • Supported Scrum practices by coordinating sprint reviews and backlog prioritization across multiple feature teams.
  • Utilized OnePlan for portfolio planning, capacity management, and project alignment, enabling leadership to make data-driven investment decisions across multiple business units.
  • Served as a backup Scrum Master during team transitions, ensuring that Agile ceremonies continued uninterrupted
Team LeadershipProduct StrategyProblem SolvingScrumProduct Road MappingAgile & Waterfall Methodologies+22

Office 2000 solutions private limited

Project Manager (AV)

May 2018Feb 2020 · 1 yr 9 mos · Chennai Area, India · On-site

  • Collaborated with teams to discover and deliver optimal solutions aligned with product vision and business objectives.
  • Created and maintained solution vision, roadmap, and backlog throughout the project life cycle.
  • Facilitated discussion and decision-making on identifying and filling process gaps.
  • Performed Scrum Master responsibilities including sprint facilitation, issue resolution, and continuous improvement via retrospectives.
  • Communicated project milestones, risks, and deliverables across leadership.
  • Negotiated sprint goals with teams, resulting in a 20% reduction in delivery time in a single quarter.
Team LeadershipProduct StrategyResearch SkillsProblem SolvingMicrosoft ExcelCross-functional Team Leadership+15

Foipl

Module Lead

Jan 2014Apr 2018 · 4 yrs 3 mos · Chennai

  • Led development of a new API product that enabled faster integration for clients, reducing integration time by 50%.
  • Built and managed an engineering team, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards.
  • Architected and implemented Magento-based Headless E-Commerce solutions, enabling omnichannel integration and scalable storefronts.
  • Assessed systems for operational efficiency and proposed enhancements.
  • Mentored junior developers on Agile principles and supported Scrum events at the team level.
  • Constant client interaction through calls, emails, and discussions.
  • Created and managed release plans and milestone tracking.
Adobe Premiere ProTeam LeadershipAdobe IllustratorProduct StrategyResearch SkillsWeb Design+30

Education

Park College of Engineering and Technology

Bachelors of Engineering — Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Jan 2009Jan 2013

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