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NAVIN KUMAR SHANMUGAM
Chennai,TN
Summary
With over two decades of expansive IT experience, Navin is deeply passionate about leveraging agile methodologies to enhance project delivery and team performance. This career has been dedicated to mastering the art of translating complex business requirements into technical solutions, fostering Agile transformations, and managing high-stakes cloud migration projects. He aspires to contribute to robust project management, delivery leadership, and coaching expertise to further an organization's strategic objectives, ensuring that technological advancements align with business visions. Professional Summary Proven track record in delivery leadership and Agile coaching, with a focus on end-to-end project management and seamless cloud migrations. Expert in Agile methodologies and enterprise-level coaching, enhancing team efficiency and project outcomes. Proficient in managing diverse stakeholder expectations and adept at risk management and mitigation strategies. Solid experience with cloud platforms like Azure and AWS, contributing to successful data transformation projects. Managed and trained cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and promoting Lean Agile best practices. Instrumental in SAFe ART management and Agile transformations, leading to improved processes and project agility.
Overview
24
years of professional experience
Work History
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Delivery Manager (Sustain and Enhance)
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Enterprise Agile Coach
10.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Fostered an Agile mindset and improved process efficiencies across various teams and departments
- Delivered Agile training sessions to Navistar's business divisions
- Assisted teams in adopting Lean Agile practices
- Promoted the effective adoption of Agile methodologies across the enterprise
- Achievements:
- Enhanced Agile adoption, leading to improved project turnaround times
IBM India Pvt Ltd
E2E Project Manager/Scrum, Master/Agile Coach
10.2023 - Current
AT&T, IBM India Pvt Ltd
Project/Delivery Manager
12.2022 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Data domain - Chief Data Office@, Oversaw the execution of data-driven projects, ensuring compliance with data governance standards and client objectives
- Coordinated IBM personnel for the Consumer Viewership Hub project
- Maintained effective project communications with stakeholders
- Achievements:
- Successfully managed the Consumer Viewership Hub project, meeting all delivery milestones
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Coach/Agile Project
12.2022 - 09.2023
IBM India Pvt Ltd
SAFe Agile Transformation Lead
02.2022 - 11.2022
Job overview
- Customer Service & Ordering domain in
- OSS, - Customer Service & Ordering domain in OSS, Led the transformation to SAFe practices, improving budget allocation and work prioritization for the portfolio
- Conducted participatory budgeting sessions
- Integrated work into the Portfolio for SAFe PIs within the CS&O portfolio
- Achievements:
- Streamlined budgeting and planning processes for multiple SAFe PIs
IBM India Pvt Ltd
E2E Project Manager/Scrum
02.2022 - 11.2022
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Release Train Engineer/Agile Coach
10.2021 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Coordinated large-scale Agile Release Trains, enhancing project delivery and stakeholder satisfaction
- Functioned as RTE for ASEoD and Wholesale Solution ARTs
- Participated in the delivery and solutioning of high visibility projects
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Agile Coach/SAFe Process, Consultant/Delivery Head
10.2021 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Agile Project Management/Scrum of
- Scrums/Agile project delivery/Project
- Solutioning
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Agile Coach/SAFe Process Consultant/Delivery Head
11.2019 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Drove successful iterations and delivery for high-stakes projects, Pioneered the adoption of SAFe methodology within the organization, leading to efficient project iterations and delivery
- Spearheaded the pilot SAFe project as Delivery Head
- Coordinated PI planning sessions
- Ensured successful completion of iterations
- Achievements:
- Contributed to the first successful pilot SAFe project implementation
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Agile
10.2017 - 10.2019
Job overview
- Project Management/Scrum of Scrums/Agile project delivery/Project Solutioning, Executed agile project management, driving the successful delivery of complex automation initiatives
- Managed Scrum teams for OPT-E-WAN product automation
- Oversaw project solutioning and delivery
- Achievements:
- Successfully automated the OPT-E-WAN product, enhancing operational efficiency
IBM India Pvt Ltd
E2E Project Manager/Scrum Master/Agile Coach/Agile Project
09.2014 - 09.2017
Job overview
- Delivered comprehensive project management for various methodologies, optimizing project outcomes and team performance
- Managed AT&T ADM account projects employing both waterfall and agile methodologies
- Led project transitions from waterfall to agile approaches
- Achievements:
- Seamlessly transitioned projects to agile methodologies, improving project agility and responsiveness
IBM India Pvt Ltd
E2E Project Manager/Scrum Master/Agile Coach
11.2009 - 02.2016
Job overview
- Guided technical and project teams, delivering high-quality solutions and fostering innovation
- Provided project leadership for the EWS module
- Fulfilled technical leadership at CLS FX
- Achievements:
- Successfully led the EWS module project, achieving technical milestones and high performance
HCL Technologies Ltd, Module Lead
Wipro Technologies Ltd
Technical Lead
10.2008 - 10.2009
Job overview
- Agile practices across business divisions
HCL Technologies Ltd
Technical Lead
10.2008 - 10.2009
Job overview
- Led technical resolutions, ensuring system stability and customer satisfaction
- Resolved system crashes and customer issues for Command Line Parser module on IOS
- Achievements:
- Implemented critical fixes, significantly reducing system crashes and improving user experience
Wipro Technologies Ltd
Module Lead
02.2007 - 09.2008
Job overview
- Managed key projects and innovated high-availability solutions, enhancing system reliability and performance
- Led the Data Migration Manager and Intellistor Archive projects
- Developed startup/shutdown and HA solution
- Achievements:
- Successfully implemented a startup/shutdown HA solution, bolstering system resilience
Computer Associates India Pvt Ltd
Software Engineer
10.2003 - 06.2004
Job overview
- Advanced backup server capabilities, ensuring compatibility and improved data protection for a range of systems
- Developed new features for BrightStor Arcserve Backup Server for UNIX
- Integrated support for AS400 machines, Windows SQL Server, and Windows Exchange Server
- Achievements:
- Introduced critical server features, expanding the product's market compatibility
Cognizant Technology Solutions Ltd
Programmer Analyst
09.2000 - 10.2003
Job overview
- Played a pivotal role in the R&D efforts, creating innovative solutions for telecommunications
- Contributed to the design and development of the SMLC protocol stack prototype for Nokia
- Achievements:
- Instrumental in the development of a groundbreaking protocol stack prototype, strengthening the company's technical portfolio
Education
Satyabhama Engineering CollegeChennai, TN
B.E from Electronics & Communication
Engg
08.2000
Skills
- Soft Skills
- Communication Teamwork
- Leadership Problem-Solving
- Technical Skills
- Cloud Platforms (Azure, AWS)
- Agile Methodologies (SAFe, Scrum
- Lean)
- Project Management Tools
- (Microsoft Project, JIRA, Confluence)
- Programming Languages (C, C
- Python, UNIX Shell Scripting, Perl)
- Professional Certifications
Interests
Hobbies
, Chess: Demonstrating strategic thinking
and foresight.
Marathon Running: Exemplifying
dedication and endurance.
Achievements
Spearheaded the DirecTV Cloud Platform
project, resulting in a seamless
knowledge transition and enhancement
of cloud-native applications.
Played a pivotal role in the Agile
transformation at Navistar, successfully
training teams and implementing Lean
Languages
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional
- PMI-ACP
- CSM
- SPC 5.0
- SAFe 6.0 Agilist - Leading Teams
- IBM Consulting Way - Foundational
- Gen AI for Business Leaders
- watsonx.ai Technical Sales Advanced
- watsonx.ai Sales foundation
- Generative AI for Code Assistant Sales Foundation
- IBM watsonx essentials
- watsonx.ai Technical Sales Intermediate
- IBM Experienced Project Manager
- Generative AI Overview for Project Managers
- IBM AI Associate Leader
- IBM Agile Achiever
- IBM Certified Advocate Plus - Cloudv1
- Automotive industry Jumpstart
- Component Business Modelling Essentials
- ICP-ACC certified Agile Coaching
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- Microsoft Certified : Azure Data fundamentals
- Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master
- Microsoft certified Azure fundamentals
- Data Science Foundations - Level 1
- Telecommunications Insights and Solutions(Silver)
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Timeline
Enterprise Agile Coach
IBM India Pvt Ltd
10.2023 - Current
E2E Project Manager/Scrum, Master/Agile Coach
IBM India Pvt Ltd
10.2023 - Current
Project/Delivery Manager
AT&T, IBM India Pvt Ltd
12.2022 - 09.2023
Coach/Agile Project
IBM India Pvt Ltd
12.2022 - 09.2023
SAFe Agile Transformation Lead
IBM India Pvt Ltd
02.2022 - 11.2022
E2E Project Manager/Scrum
IBM India Pvt Ltd
02.2022 - 11.2022
Release Train Engineer/Agile Coach
IBM India Pvt Ltd
10.2021 - 02.2022
Agile Coach/SAFe Process, Consultant/Delivery Head
IBM India Pvt Ltd
10.2021 - 02.2022
Agile Coach/SAFe Process Consultant/Delivery Head
IBM India Pvt Ltd
11.2019 - 09.2021
Agile
IBM India Pvt Ltd
10.2017 - 10.2019
E2E Project Manager/Scrum Master/Agile Coach/Agile Project
IBM India Pvt Ltd
09.2014 - 09.2017
E2E Project Manager/Scrum Master/Agile Coach
IBM India Pvt Ltd
11.2009 - 02.2016
Technical Lead
HCL Technologies Ltd, Module Lead
Wipro Technologies Ltd
10.2008 - 10.2009
Technical Lead
HCL Technologies Ltd
10.2008 - 10.2009
Module Lead
Wipro Technologies Ltd
02.2007 - 09.2008
Software Engineer
Computer Associates India Pvt Ltd
10.2003 - 06.2004
Programmer Analyst
Cognizant Technology Solutions Ltd
09.2000 - 10.2003
Delivery Manager (Sustain and Enhance)
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Satyabhama Engineering College
B.E from Electronics & Communication
Engg
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