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GAURAV PRATAP SINGH

GAURAV PRATAP SINGH

Associate Director Program Mgmt [Engineering]
Gurgaon, Haryana

Summary

Results-driven and dynamic Head of Program Management Team with over 19+ years of IT software experience. Currently leading strategic initiatives at Sirion, proven expert in SaaS environments, SDLC, and program delivery. Proficient in Agile & Scrum methodologies, release management, and an expert in Atlassian tools (Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence). Focus on process optimization, risk management, and operational efficiency.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Associate Director

Sirion
Gurgaon, Haryana
07.2016 - Current

Headquarter - Lehi, Utah, USA
Company Size: 800–1000 | Founded: 2012 | Website: sirion.ai

Current Role: Head of Program Management

Key Responsibilities

Program Management

  • Led program lifecycles, managing scope, schedules, resources, risks, and quality to ensure timely, budget-compliant delivery.
  • Directed cross-functional teams to achieve objectives, ensuring business alignment and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with leadership to manage risks and provide strategic insights.

Stakeholder & External Client Interaction
• Manage cross-functional relationships between engineering teams, senior stakeholders, and external clients, ensuring seamless alignment of technical requirements with business goals and customer needs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external client interactions, including client meetings, requirements gathering, and delivery discussions, ensuring that technical solutions align with client expectations.
• Act as a liaison between engineering execution and client expectations, driving timely issue resolution, providing status updates, and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships throughout the program lifecycle.


Agile & Scrum Management

  • Implemented Agile frameworks to enhance team productivity and efficiency.
  • Facilitated key ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Stand-ups, Reviews) to drive continuous improvement.
  • Partnered with Product Owners to prioritize backlogs aligned with business goals.


Atlassian Tools (Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence) – Consultant & Administrator

  • Served as an Atlassian tools expert, optimizing Jira, Bitbucket, and Confluence for enhanced project management and team collaboration.
  • Designed and customized workflows, dashboards, and permissions to align with business processes and improve efficiency.
  • Provided strategic consulting and training, driving adoption of Atlassian best practices across teams.
  • Integrated Atlassian tools with third-party applications (e.g., Slack, SonarQube, Jenkins) to streamline workflows and boost productivity.


On-Call Management & Production Support

  • Led support for critical issues, ensuring rapid resolution and minimal downtime.
  • Developed procedures to improve response times and system reliability.
  • Monitored system performance, addressing risks proactively.
    Software License Procurement & Vendor Management.

Software License Procurement and Renewals of Tools @ Engineering:

  • Managed license procurement and renewals, optimizing costs and ensuring compliance.
  • Negotiated contracts and collaborated with Legal, Finance, and Infosec.
  • Identified consolidation opportunities for cost savings and efficiency.

Engineering Project Manager

Aricent [acquired by Capgemini Engineering]
Gurgaon, Haryana
12.2014 - 06.2016

Website- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aricent

Role- Program+Scrum+Agile Mgmt

Key Responsibilities

  • Led Scrum teams, facilitating agile ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Stand-ups, Reviews, Retrospectives).
  • Collaborated with Product Owners to prioritize backlogs and align with business goals.
  • Removed impediments to ensure smooth project delivery and continuous improvement.
  • Monitored sprint progress using agile metrics to enhance team performance.

Technical Analyst

Coforge (formerly NIIT Technologies)
11.2013 - 12.2014

Website - https://www.coforge.com

Role- Scrum Master

Key Responsibilities

  • Led cross-functional Scrum teams, facilitating agile ceremonies for timely project delivery.
  • Applied SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) principles & Scrum to improve collaboration and scalability across teams.
  • Prioritized backlogs and aligned deliverables with business objectives.
  • Removed impediments and promoted continuous improvement within teams.


Senior System Analyst

Fiserv
09.2010 - 11.2013

Website - https://www.fiserv.com

Role- Full stack developer [Java]

Key Responsibilities

  • Architected and developed enterprise-grade Java applications with a focus on performance and scalability.
  • Integrated complex systems through RESTful APIs, enhancing data flow and system interoperability.
  • Mentored junior developers, fostering a collaborative environment and knowledge sharing.
  • Streamlined software development processes, improving deployment efficiency and reducing bugs.

Associate

Cognizant
10.2008 - 09.2010

Website - https://www.cognizant.com

Role- Full stack developer [Java]

Key Responsibilities

  • Designed and developed robust Java applications using Core Java and related technologies.
  • Built scalable APIs and optimized system performance for enterprise solutions.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver customized solutions for diverse client requirements.
  • Conducted code reviews, performance tuning, and unit testing to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Software Engineer

Infosys
11.2005 - 09.2008

Website - https://www.infosys.com

Role- Java Developer

Key Responsibilities

  • Developed scalable Java applications using Core Java technologies.
  • Implemented multi-threading and optimized performance.
  • Collaborated with teams to deliver technical solutions.
  • Conducted code reviews and unit testing for quality assurance.


Education

Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech.] - Electronics & Telecommunications

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
Lucknow, India
06-2005

Skills

Profile Summary

➢ A seasoned IT professional with 19+ years of diverse experience across multiple technologies, roles, and industries, including BFSI, Insurance, Cash Management, Cash & Logistics, Telecom, and Contract Management. Proven success in working with leading IT organizations across start-ups, service providers, and product companies.


16 years of in-depth experience in Agile & Scrum development, focusing on end-to-end product delivery as a Technical Program Manager, Delivery Manager, Release Manager, Agile Coach, Scrum Master, and Software Developer (Java/J2EE).


9 years of expertise in JIRA, Bitbucket, and Wiki consultation and administration, including project setup, custom workflows, groovy scripting, security configurations, dashboards, reports, and integrating tools (Jenkins, Slack, Sonar) with JIRA & Bitbucket.


Extensive experience in Program Management, Release Management & Delivery Management overseeing the full release lifecycle, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely, high-quality product delivery aligned with business goals.


➢ Exceptional communication and facilitation skills with the ability to interface confidently with customer & senior leadership (CXO, VP, SVP) and diverse teams.


Solid foundation in software development as a full-stack developer using Java, J2EE, JSP, JavaScript, Hibernate, and Spring during the first 8.5 years of the career.

Certification

Professional Scrum Master (PSM)

Reward & Recognition

  • Inspiring Leader Award – SirionLabs (Dec 2021)
  • Individual Excellence Award for Outstanding Contribution – Aricent (Oct 2015)
  • Qualified for the Second Round – Agile Olympiad, Bangalore (June 2015)
  • Software Factory Award (Team Award) for Excellence in Performance – NIIT Technologies (Jul 2014)
  • Rapid Award from Business Partner (Stone River) for Exceptional Contribution – Fiserv (Jan 2013)
  • Shining Star Award for Outstanding Performance – Fiserv (Dec 2011)
  • V.I.P. Award for Outstanding Performance & Valuable Contribution – Cognizant (Apr 2009)
  • Spot Award for Outstanding Performance & Valuable Contribution – Infosys (Oct 2007)

Timeline

Professional Scrum Master (PSM)
12-2019

SAFe Practice Consultant (SPC) by SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework)

05-2019

Associate Director

Sirion
07.2016 - Current

Engineering Project Manager

Aricent [acquired by Capgemini Engineering]
12.2014 - 06.2016

Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO®)

07-2014

Technical Analyst

Coforge (formerly NIIT Technologies)
11.2013 - 12.2014

Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®)

09-2013

Senior System Analyst

Fiserv
09.2010 - 11.2013

SCJP (Sun Certified Java Programmer)

07-2009

Associate

Cognizant
10.2008 - 09.2010

Software Engineer

Infosys
11.2005 - 09.2008

Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech.] - Electronics & Telecommunications

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
GAURAV PRATAP SINGHAssociate Director Program Mgmt [Engineering]