JIRA
Vignesh Kumar
Senior Project Manager
Chennai
Summary
Accomplished Senior Project Manager with 12 years of experience overseeing large-scale projects from inception to completion. Demonstrated ability to manage resources, timelines, and budgets to achieve project goals. Skilled in using JIRA, Confluence and other Agile project management tools and developing, implementing project plans, coordinating with stakeholders, and mitigating risks. Strong background in Agile and waterfall methodologies. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) governed by Scrum Alliance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Dforth Technologies
Chennai
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully deliver complex projects on time and within budget
- Managed project resources and budgets to ensure efficient allocation and cost control
- Implemented project management best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and deliverables to facilitate seamless project execution
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables to meet business objectives.
- Crafted and maintained project plans and schedules to meet organizational objectives.
Project Manager Cum Scrum Master
Calibraint
Chennai
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Facilitated Agile Processes: Successfully facilitated Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and backlog grooming sessions.
- Implemented Agile Methodologies: Sharpen Agile methodologies, resulting in a 30% increase in team productivity and faster delivery of projects.
- Removed Obstacles: Identified and removed impediments to ensure smooth project execution, enabling teams to meet sprint goals consistently.
- Enhanced Team Collaboration: Fostered a collaborative team environment by promoting open communication, encouraging knowledge sharing, and implementing team-building activities.
- Coached Agile Practices: Provided Agile coaching and mentoring to team members and stakeholders, enhancing their understanding of Scrum principles and practices.
- Monitored Progress: Utilized JIRA and other Agile tools to track project progress, manage backlogs, and generate performance reports for stakeholders.
- Facilitated Continuous Improvement: Conducted regular retrospectives to identify improvement areas, implement action plans, and measure the impact of changes on team performance.
- Managed Stakeholder Expectations: Effectively communicated project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
- Promoted Agile Culture: Advocated for Agile principles and practices across the organization, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and customer-centricity.
- Certified Scrum Master: Achieved Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification, demonstrating a deep understanding of Scrum methodology and commitment to professional development.
Offshore Project Manager and Scrum Coach
Bravery Infotech
Chennai
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Led Cross-Functional Agile Teams: Successfully led cross-functional Agile teams of up to 15 members, facilitating collaboration and ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Implemented Agile Frameworks: Expertly implemented Agile frameworks, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean, to enhance team productivity and project delivery.
- Scrum Coaching: Provided comprehensive Scrum coaching to teams and stakeholders, resulting in a 30% increase in velocity and improved team performance.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Agile Coach: Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Agile Coach with over 8 years of experience in Agile methodologies and practices.
- Sprint Planning and Execution: Facilitated sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring continuous improvement and successful sprint execution.
- Agile Training Programs: Developed and conducted Agile training programs for teams and executives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and Agile best practices.
- JIRA and Confluence Expertise: Proficient in using JIRA and Confluence for project tracking, backlog management, and team collaboration, resulting in streamlined workflows and better project visibility.
- Stakeholder Management: Effectively managed stakeholder expectations through regular updates, clear communication, and transparent reporting, leading to enhanced stakeholder satisfaction.
- Risk Management: Identified and mitigated project risks through proactive risk management strategies, ensuring project success and minimizing disruptions.
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Championed continuous improvement initiatives, such as retrospectives and process reviews, which led to a 20% improvement in team efficiency and project delivery times.
Project Manager Cum Scrum Master
Ahsan Technologies
Chennai
08.2012 - 05.2020
- Led end-to-end project lifecycle for custom application development, ensuring on-time delivery within budget constraints.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and stakeholders, to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
- Utilized Agile methodologies to manage sprints, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing project requirements, resulting in a significant increase in project efficiency.
- Conducted regular status meetings and maintained comprehensive project documentation to track progress and mitigate risks.
- Facilitating Scrum Events: Lead and facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring they are productive and adhere to Agile principles.
- Implemented quality assurance processes, including user acceptance testing (UAT) and bug triaging, to deliver robust and error-free applications.
- Oversaw post-launch support and maintenance activities, ensuring continuous improvement and client satisfaction
- Removing Obstacles and impediments: Identify and remove impediments that hinder the team's progress, ensuring that they can focus on delivering high-quality work without unnecessary interruptions
- Supporting Product Owner: Collaborate with the Product Owner to manage the product backlog, ensuring that it is well-groomed, prioritized, and transparent. Help refine and clarify product backlog items as needed.
- Promoting Continuous Improvement: Encourage a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating retrospectives and helping the team identify actionable improvements. Track the implementation of improvement actions to ensure they are effective.
Education
Masters in Business Administration in General -
Nehru College of Aeronautics And Applied Sciences
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 07.2009 - 06.2011
Bachelors in Computer Science in Computer Science -
Ayya Nadar Janak Ammal College
Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu 06.2006 - 06.2009
Skills
Project Planning and Scheduling
Agile methodology
Scope management
KPI tracking
Cross-functional coordination
Software
Clickup
Postman/Swagger Validation
Invision
Confluence
Slack
Certification
Certified Scrum Master, Scrum Alliance, bcert.me/skglxccmv
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Dforth Technologies
01.2024 - 12.2024
Project Manager Cum Scrum Master
Calibraint
03.2023 - 12.2023
Offshore Project Manager and Scrum Coach
Bravery Infotech
04.2021 - 03.2023
Project Manager Cum Scrum Master
Ahsan Technologies
08.2012 - 05.2020
Masters in Business Administration in General -
Nehru College of Aeronautics And Applied Sciences
07.2009 - 06.2011
Bachelors in Computer Science in Computer Science -
Ayya Nadar Janak Ammal College
06.2006 - 06.2009
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