Abhijit Telang

CEO

Pune, Maharashtra, India22 yrs 5 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 22 years of experience in BFSI sector.
Expert in Agile methodologies and program management.
Proven track record of delivering large-scale projects.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech expert with extensive experience in program management and Agile methodologies.

Contact

abhijit_telang@persistent.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Program ManagementAgile MethodologiesDelivery ManagementQuality Assurance

Other Skills

Managing ManagersPerformance AppraisalStrategic PlanningPortfolio ManagementCustomer Satisfaction (CSAT)Service-Level Agreements (SLA)Customer ManagementAgile & Waterfall MethodologiesProject ManagementClient Relationship ManagementTeam ManagementTest AutomationTesting StrategiesTechnical SolutionsArtificial Intelligence (AI)

About

With over 22 years of experience, I currently serve as a Delivery Partner at Persistent Systems, focusing on large-scale BFSI and Data BFSI programs. My work emphasizes aligning delivery with client objectives, fostering collaboration within cross-functional teams, and implementing Agile practices to enhance efficiency and predictability. At Persistent Systems, I oversee program lifecycles, manage financial performance, and build strategic client relationships to drive growth opportunities. I am committed to delivering impactful solutions by mentoring teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring business value for clients.

Experience

22 yrs 5 mos

Total Experience

5 yrs 7 mos

Average Tenure

20 yrs 5 mos

Current Experience

Persistent systems

7 roles

Delivery Partner / Engineering Partner

Promoted

Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 5 mos

Spearhead the successful delivery of large-scale BFSI / Data BFSI programs, ensuring alignment with client objectives and business value.
Lead and mentor cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
Drive Agile adoption and maturity, implementing best practices to enhance project predictability and efficiency.
Oversee financial performance, managing budgets and resource allocation to maximize profitability.
Cultivate strategic client relationships, identifying opportunities for growth and expansion.

Managing ManagersPerformance AppraisalStrategic PlanningPortfolio ManagementCustomer Satisfaction (CSAT)Service-Level Agreements (SLA)+2

Principal Engineering Manager

Promoted

Nov 2020 – Jan 2024 · 3 yrs 2 mos

Successfully managed a portfolio of BFSI projects, consistently delivering on time and within budget.
Implemented Agile frameworks (Scrum) to streamline project execution and improve team productivity.
Built and led high-performing engineering teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Established strong client relationships, ensuring clear communication and proactive issue resolution.
Contributed to pre-sales activities, leveraging technical expertise to support business development efforts.

Managing ManagersPerformance AppraisalAgile & Waterfall MethodologiesStrategic PlanningPortfolio ManagementCustomer Satisfaction (CSAT)+3

Delivery Manager

Oct 2013 – Oct 2020 · 7 yrs

Managed multiple application development and QA teams across different geographical locations.
Built and mentored test teams, ensuring effective resource allocation and skill development.
Implemented test automation frameworks, improving testing efficiency and quality.
Developed account plans and participated in pre-sales activities, contributing to revenue growth.
Acted as a key point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships and ensuring satisfaction.

Managing ManagersPerformance AppraisalAgile & Waterfall MethodologiesCustomer Satisfaction (CSAT)Service-Level Agreements (SLA)Delivery Management+1

QA Architect

Apr 2012 – Oct 2013 · 1 yr 6 mos

Collaborated with clients and product owners to define technical solutions and architectures.
Led the design, execution, and implementation of testing strategies for mobile and web solutions.
Oversaw onsite-offshore coordination, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams.

Performance AppraisalAgile & Waterfall MethodologiesQuality Assurance

Lead Quality Assurance Analyst

Promoted

Nov 2009 – Apr 2012 · 2 yrs 5 mos

Led the execution, and implementation of testing strategies for mobile and web solutions.
Oversaw onsite-offshore coordination, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams.

Performance AppraisalAgile & Waterfall MethodologiesQuality Assurance