Anantha C. V.
Bangalore
Summary
Program manager at Tata Consultancy Services with a strong background in Agile project management and client engagement. Achieved consistent on-time project releases while enhancing defect management and maintaining security compliance. Expertise in generative AI and effective communication, driving innovative solutions and fostering robust stakeholder relationships. Proven track record in cost-effective project management and team leadership across various industries, ensuring high productivity and efficient task completion.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Consultant – Program / Product Engineering Manager
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.
Bangalore
08.2005 - 09.2025
- Led operations for HPC/VDI platforms, achieving SLA commitments consistently.
- Strengthened client engagement with GE senior leadership to enhance collaboration.
- Managed multiple Agile projects, ensuring 100% on-time release rate.
- Directed end-to-end testing and deployment readiness processes.
- Drove partner onboarding while maintaining full security compliance.
- Enhanced defect management processes, significantly reducing release defects.
- Collaborated with Product Owners during PI Planning to prioritize project requirements.
- Maintained SLA compliance across all sprint releases, ensuring operational excellence.
R&D Engineer
ITS Wireless Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
11.2004 - 08.2005
R&D Engineer
IRA Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
09.2000 - 12.2003
Education
B.E. - Instrumentation Technology
B.D.T. College of Engineering
04.1999
Skills
- Generative AI and machine learning
- Agile project management
- Security compliance
- Risk mitigation strategies
- Product integration
- Client relationship management
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Cybersecurity infrastructure and HPC
- Embedded programming: C, C, RTOS
- Version control tools: ClearCase, GitHub, ServiceNow
- Release management processes
- Requirement prioritization techniques
- Team collaboration skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Workflow optimization strategies
- Business acumen development
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Multitasking and organizational skills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Project management support functions
- Financial modeling expertise
- Stakeholder management practices
- Consulting methodologies and frameworks
- Business presentation skills
- Customer relationship management strategies
- Project implementation processes
- Product lifecycle management
Project experiences
GE Aerospace | HPC/VDI service delivery (April 2024 – September 2025)
- Lead operations for HPC/VDI platforms, meeting SLA commitments
- Strengthened client engagement with GE senior leadership
Adobe India | Multi-Project Agile Delivery (April 2022 – March 2024)
- Managed multiple Agile projects, achieving a 100% on-time release rate
- Directed E2E testing and deployment readiness
Microsoft | Teams partner integration (June 2019 – March 2022)
- Drove partner onboarding with full security compliance
- Enhanced defect management, reducing release defects significantly
GE Locomotive | Trip Optimizer (April 2018 – May 2019)
- Partnered with product owners in PI planning to prioritize requirements
- Maintained SLA compliance for all sprint releases
Jaguar Land Rover | Next-Gen Infotainment (January 2013 – March 2018)
- Managed roadmap execution and requirement prioritization for infotainment systems
- Led process audits and implemented continuous service integration
Deutsche Bank | Trade Lifecycle Apps (June 2012 – Dec 2012)
- Managed end-to-end production release lifecycle with risk mitigation
Ericsson | Connectivity Packet Platform (Sept 2005 – May 2012)
- Led enhancement and maintenance delivery, improving predictability and quality
Certification
- Agile – E1
- Project Management Professional – E1
- Advanced Embedded Systems & RTOS
- Generative AI – E1
- Industrial Automation
Signature Achievements
- Reduced time-to-market for multiple product lines via Agile transformation & best practice adoption.
- Consistently delivered escape defect rate
- Maintained CSAT >85% and resource utilization >95% over multiple programs.
- Directed release management for Jaguar Land Rover’s infotainment platform, delivering monthly/bi-monthly releases for multiple car lines.
- Led Microsoft Teams partner integration, ensuring security compliance and seamless onboarding.
- Managed GE Aerospace HPC/VDI program, improving SLA compliance, team retention and operational efficiency.
Core Leadership Strengths
- Product Engineering & Roadmap Delivery
- Global Program & Project Management (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)
- Release & Quality Management | SLA Governance
- Stakeholder Engagement | Executive Communication
- Risk Management & Business Continuity (BCP)
- Process Optimization & Productivity Improvement
- Team Leadership, Mentoring & Retention
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
Associate Consultant – Program / Product Engineering Manager
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.
08.2005 - 09.2025
R&D Engineer
ITS Wireless Pvt. Ltd.
11.2004 - 08.2005
R&D Engineer
IRA Pvt. Ltd.
09.2000 - 12.2003
B.E. - Instrumentation Technology
B.D.T. College of Engineering