Azure DevOps
Karthikeyaraja K N
Senior Project Manager | Agile & Digital Transformation Lead | Automation Enabler
Chennai
Summary
A results-driven Senior Project Manager & Agile Coach with 15 years of experience in Agile Transformation, Automation, and Digital Innovation across eCommerce, Supply Chain, Learning and Technology domains. Adept at leading end-to-end project delivery, AI-driven process automation, and crossfunctional team management, ensuring optimized workflows and high-impact business outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Project Manager - Senior - Digital & Technology
Wood PLC
06.2021 - Current
- Managed $1M–$5M projects from initiation to release across Cloud, AI, and Automation
- Identified risks early, ensuring projects met budget & compliance
- Onboarded 30 professionals and streamlined Scrum/Kanban methodologies for faster delivery
- Enhanced team's agile maturity by 30% by leading targeted coaching sessions and workshops
- Reduced project completion times by 20% through effective digital tool implementation
- Increased stakeholder engagement by 30% resulting in higher client satisfaction and retention
- Enhanced project delivery times by streamlining communication channels between development and operations teams.
- Led cross-functional teams to successful project completions, improving team cohesion and productivity with effective leadership strategies.
- Enhanced project visibility, implementing dashboard and reporting tools for real-time progress monitoring.
- Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
Project Manager - Digital & Technology
Mindsprint (Formerly OLAM)
08.2018 - 02.2021
- Led a 40 member team in transitioning from Waterfall to Agile, improving time-to-market by 30%
- Successfully delivered B2B eCommerce suite, generating $10M in annual revenue
- Managed onboarding for 600 customers, securing a 73% CSAT score
- Integrated AI-driven automation tools, reducing manual effort by 40%
- Grew software utilization rate by 40% by developing customized training sessions for staff
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
Manager - Project Management Office
Straive (Formerly SPi Global)
11.2017 - 07.2018
- Directed Agile & digital transformation projects across enterprise teams
- Automated KPI tracking & reporting, improving performance metrics by 50%
Manager - Projects
TNQ Books & Journals
01.2015 - 01.2017
Project Lead
Hurix Systems
01.2013 - 01.2014
Project Analyst
Vdime Innovative Works
01.2009 - 01.2013
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Madurai Kamaraj University
Skills
Scrum Project Management
Power BI
Power Apps
JIRA
Azure DevOps
Digital Transformation
Confluence
Sharepoint
Agile Methodologies
Agile Transformation
Agile Coaching
Project planning
Project tracking
Work flow planning
Project scheduling
Budgeting and forecasting
Resource allocation
Project scope
Coaching and mentoring
Software development lifecycle
Project planning and development
Accomplishments
- Proven success in AI & ML integration, DevOps, and Cloud Solutions
- Strong leadership in Stakeholder & Risk Management, and Budget Control
- Skilled in JIRA, Azure DevOps, Confluence, SharePoint, and Agile Framework
- Managed $1M-$10M projects, leading large-scale Agile transformations
- Led Agile adoption in Java & .Net teams, saving 10,000 man-hours and enhancing delivery efficiency.
- Implemented AI-driven workflow automation, reducing manual efforts by 35%.
- Spearheaded a B2B eCommerce suite, generating $10M annual revenue.
- Delivered an AI-powered Machine Learning solution, enhancing operational decision-making.
- Achieved CSAT score of 73% while onboarding 600 customers.
- Led the organization's key project which was a cornerstone to achieve CMMi Level 3.
Software
JIRA
SharePoint
Confluence
Power BI`
Certification
PMI Citizen Developer Practitioner
Timeline
PMI Citizen Developer Practitioner
03-2025
PMI Citizen Developer Business Architect
03-2025
PMI Practical Application of Generative AI for Project Managers
03-2025
SAFe Scrum Master
11-2022
Project Manager - Senior - Digital & Technology
Wood PLC
06.2021 - Current
Certified Scrum Master
06-2019
Project Manager - Digital & Technology
Mindsprint (Formerly OLAM)
08.2018 - 02.2021
Manager - Project Management Office
Straive (Formerly SPi Global)
11.2017 - 07.2018
Manager - Projects
TNQ Books & Journals
01.2015 - 01.2017
Prince2 Practitioner
03-2014
Project Lead
Hurix Systems
01.2013 - 01.2014
Project Analyst
Vdime Innovative Works
01.2009 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Madurai Kamaraj University