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Aravind Sagar

Aravind Sagar

Bangalore

Summary

Project manager with proven expertise in Agile methodologies and cross-functional leadership at Tata Consultancy Services. Led enterprise-scale projects, resulting in 30% faster delivery cycles. Skilled in PMO governance and stakeholder management, ensuring compliance and optimizing costs. Recognized for strong communication and problem-solving abilities, facilitating successful outcomes in complex environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Consultant | Senior Project Manager / Agile Coach / Delivery Lead

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Bangalore
01.2021 - Current
  • Led multiple enterprise-scale infrastructure release projects including OS upgrades, DB migrations, and product upgrades in compliance with SOPs and PMO standards.
  • Established and governed project management frameworks and documentation practices across delivery cycles.
  • Directed cross-functional teams of 50–70+ across global locations.
  • Created SOWs, SLAs, onboarding docs, and user manuals ensuring comprehensive documentation for all project phases.
  • Liaised with internal teams, vendors, and end-users to define project scope and resolve blockers.
  • Conducted extensive project reporting for CXO stakeholders; improved transparency and delivery accountability.
  • Enabled 30% faster delivery cycles through Agile coaching and sprint optimization.
  • Ensured compliance with budget and delivery objectives; handled CAPEX/OPEX tracking.

Assistant Consultant | Technical Project Manager

TCS
01.2018 - 12.2020
  • Directed project planning and migration efforts for COBOL v5.2 and IDAA, yielding measurable performance and cost benefits.
  • Established timelines, tracked KPIs, and led stakeholder meetings to align on business goals.
  • Created standardized documentation templates and enforced document control protocols.
  • Implemented GATING technique for milestone management and quality control.

IT Analyst | Project Manager / Scrum Master

TCS
06.2014 - 12.2017
  • Delivered end-to-end implementation of IBM QReplication solution across 20 regions, including dev, pre-prod, and prod environments.
  • Acted as Scrum Master; coached team in Agile rituals and improved throughput and collaboration.
  • Tracked risks and issues, facilitated stand-ups, retrospectives, and sprint planning.

IT Analyst | Technical Lead

TCS
01.2011 - 05.2014
  • Led support and enhancements for investment banking systems and payment modules.
  • Coordinated incident management and DBMS operations ensuring SLA compliance.

Assistant Systems Engineer | Module Lead

TCS
08.2007 - 12.2010
  • Handled payment system PDONDS across Oracle/DB2, ensuring uptime and accurate reconciliation/reporting.

Education

MBA - IT Systems

ICFAI University
Sikkim
01.2014

B.E. - Electronics & Communication

SJCE, VTU
Mysuru
01.2007

Skills

  • PMO Setup & Governance
  • Agile, Scrum, Waterfall Methodologies
  • Effective communication, leadership & problem solving
  • Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Document Control & SOP Compliance
  • Stakeholder & Vendor Management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Budgeting & Cost Optimization
  • Risk & Compliance Management

Certification

  • Professional Scrum Master (PSM I & II)
  • ITIL Foundation
  • IBM Certified DB2 for z/OS
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

Awards

TCS Star Performer – 2014, 2018, Excellence in Delivery (DASD Migration) – 2021, Best Trainee Award – 2012

Additional Information

  • Languages: Kannada, English, Hindi
  • Notice Period: 90 Days
  • Willing to Relocate: No

Accomplishments

· TCS On the spot and Start performer awards - 2011, 2015

· Excellence in Delivery (DASD Migration) – 2021

· Recognition as valuable mentor – 2012

Affiliations

  • Yoga, Singing, Culinary Skills, Reading, Dance,Gardening

Timeline

Associate Consultant | Senior Project Manager / Agile Coach / Delivery Lead

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
01.2021 - Current

Assistant Consultant | Technical Project Manager

TCS
01.2018 - 12.2020

IT Analyst | Project Manager / Scrum Master

TCS
06.2014 - 12.2017

IT Analyst | Technical Lead

TCS
01.2011 - 05.2014

Assistant Systems Engineer | Module Lead

TCS
08.2007 - 12.2010

MBA - IT Systems

ICFAI University

B.E. - Electronics & Communication

SJCE, VTU
Aravind Sagar