KANIMOZHI KRISHNAN
Chennai,Tamil Nadu
Summary
Accomplished Project Manager with 13 years of IT experience and a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects and achieve organizational objectives. Expertise in project planning, resource allocation, stakeholder management, and risk mitigation. Proficient in Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies, with a focus on optimizing workflows, streamlining processes, and driving team collaboration. Adept at aligning project goals with business priorities and fostering strong partnerships to consistently exceed stakeholder expectations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Cognizant Technology Services
03.2018 - Current
- Led project turnaround efforts by identifying gaps in the previous vendor's approach, mitigating risks, and re-calibrating strategy through Agile methodologies and continuous improvements.
- Worked directly with customers from Canada for 2 years, gathering requirements, providing technical support, and ensuring seamless project delivery. Acted as a key point of contact, facilitating clear communication and aligning solutions with client needs.
- Managed resource allocation and task prioritization for a cross-functional team of 15, including backend developers, content authors, frontend developers, quality analysts, SEO specialists, and security experts, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets.
- Implemented Agile practices such as continuous integration, code and design reviews, and efficient task tracking using Jira dashboards, maintaining high velocity and quality standards.
- Led security initiatives for a Sitecore PaaS Azure cloud-based application, guiding the team in implementing Application Gateway, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure CDN, Traffic Manager, and Security Code Scan (Fortify) to enhance security standards. Ensured ongoing support and maintenance of these features.
- Maintained comprehensive project documentation and ensured transparent alignment with stakeholders, clarifying objectives and tracking consistent progress throughout the project lifecycle.
Module Lead
Mindtree Limited
06.2016 - 02.2018
- Collaborated on application architecture and functionality, working closely with the technical team to estimate efforts and conduct meetings with business stakeholders.
- Captured and documented requirements in detailed JIRA Epics and user stories, incorporating user acceptance criteria and testing guidelines to ensure clarity and alignment.
- Implemented new components in Sitecore applications and executed campaigns to enhance website user interaction and experience.
- Provided technical support and training to junior developers, improving team skills and overall knowledge.
- Automated deployment processes using Azure DevOps pipelines, improving efficiency and reducing manual intervention.
- Addressed urgent business needs during a brand site recall, ensuring adaptability and uninterrupted operations under tight deadlines.
Senior System Software Engineer
Accenture Services Limited
12.2014 - 05.2016
- Designed, built, and maintained web applications using the ASP.NET MVC framework with Sitecore as a content management system.
- Optimized existing applications to enhance site performance, ensuring faster load times and improved user experience.
- Prepared and delivered comprehensive status reportsto stakeholders, including teams, clients, and executive management, ensuring transparency and alignment at all levels.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements and automation to enhance efficiency.
Software Engineering Manager
Tata Consultancy Services
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Developed Web Forms using ASP.NET server controls and validation controls, ensuring responsive and user-friendly interfaces.
- Worked on stored procedures for efficient data retrieval and report generation, enhancing system performance and data accuracy.
- Contributed to the integration of third-party APIs into the .NET environment, enabling additional services and content for users and enhancing overall functionality.
- Refactored and maintained legacy code, ensuring software compatibility with modern technology stacks and preparing for future updates and optimizations.
- Documented standard operating procedures (SOPs) and troubleshooting guides for production environments to enhance team efficiency and knowledge sharing.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering -
Kalasalingam University
Tamil Nadu, India01.2011
Skills
- Project planning
- Cost management
- Risk assessment
- Facilitating Agile ceremonies
- Backlog grooming
- Stakeholder management
- Conflict resolution
- Sitecore Content Management Tool
- AspNet MVC
Certification
- Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)
- AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
- Sitecore 10 .NET Developer
- Sitecore XM Cloud Developer
Accomplishments
- Led the remediation of a failing project, effectively guided the team through recovery efforts, and ensured the successful Go-Live of the platform within the targeted timeline.
- Spearheaded the end-to-end development of a new website, including new components and campaign-related features, ensuring rigorous testing and seamless delivery within established timelines
Timeline
Project Manager
Cognizant Technology Services
03.2018 - Current
Module Lead
Mindtree Limited
06.2016 - 02.2018
Senior System Software Engineer
Accenture Services Limited
12.2014 - 05.2016
Software Engineering Manager
Tata Consultancy Services
01.2012 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Engineering -
Kalasalingam University
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