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KIRAN KUMAR .S

KIRAN KUMAR .S

Senior Project Manager
Chennai

Summary

Senior Project / Delivery Manager with extensive experience in managing cross-functional teams and delivering complex projects at Dejavoo Systems. Demonstrated expertise in project management, stakeholder engagement, and API integration, with a strong focus on mobile application development and cloud deployment. Proven track record in budget management, risk mitigation, and strategic planning. Previous roles include Technical Lead at Mobile Programming Ltd, Senior Software Engineer at DSRC, Project Lead at Vivid InfoTech Software Solution Pvt Ltd., System Analyst at Edel Works Pvt. Ltd., and Software Engineer at Agaram Infotech. Career goals include leveraging leadership skills to drive innovative solutions and enhance team performance.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Senior Project Manager

Dejavoo Systems
06.2022 - Current
  • Managed a cross-functional team of 75+ in Android, iOS, Java,Angular,node.js,EMV certification, Meanstack, C/C++, QA, product management, Infra, DevOps, and collaborated with stakeholders, business development, QA, and payment device vendors.
  • Facilitated strong team collaboration through effective meeting management, open communication channels, and timely resolution of conflicts or issues.
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and information sharing throughout project lifecycles.
  • Streamlined project processes by implementing agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and faster completion times.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills by effectively managing diverse teams and maintaining high levels of motivation, even during challenging periods of significant change or tight deadlines.
  • Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
  • Implemented best practices in change management to minimize disruptions during project transitions or scope adjustments.
  • Accomplished client goals by providing quality technical projects.
  • Successfully delivered multiple high-profile projects on time, ensuring client satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships.
  • Collaborated with business users, technical teams, database administrators and testing teams during kickoff meetings, joint application designing, and planning sessions to validate requirements.
  • Reduced project costs with diligent budget management and resource allocation strategies, enabling the completion of projects under budget.
  • Developed project plans and managed project scope using methodologies to guide projects from conceptualization to implementation and maintenance.
  • Served as technical liaison, supporting engineering, management, procurement, sales, and marketing, quality assurance and supply base.
  • Identified risks early in the project lifecycle, developing mitigation plans to prevent schedule delays or cost overruns.
  • Developed with Angular, Node.js, and Python, and integrated the end-to-end UPI payment clean architecture with the application, featuring an Integrated Hosted Payment Page for UPI Payments, Google Pay, Apple Pay, QR Code, Manual Card Entry, Online Payment Integrations, Send Payment Links, ACH, and WooCommerce.
  • Developed an Android and iOS POS application, Tap to Tap - NFC Payments SDK.
  • Integrated the APIs and the workflow of user registration, QR generation, payment link generation, payment initiation, transaction payload request to PSP, payment switch (acquirer processor) authorisation, authentication, acknowledgement of PSP, and settlement with individual and batch.
  • Driven development and integration with card tokenisation, 3D Secure, P2P, Cardinal Commerce, WooCommerce plugin integration, feed integration, freedom to design, and tap-on-phone SDKs.
  • Driven and integrated AWS and Azure deployment with cloud servers, including AWS.
  • Peer-to-Peer (P2P) transfers, merchant payments, subscription payments, UPI-based apps, and WooCommerce.
  • Transaction types include SALE, VOID, RE-FUND, TICKET, and Settlement, along with batch with HOST initiated time stamp.
  • IPOSGo! Tap on phone projects (Android), IPOSGo! Tap on phone projects (iOS).
  • Use project management tools like Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket. Adhere to the SDLC process set by the organisation.
  • Train and mentor junior resources.
  • Improved project visibility and stakeholder satisfaction with regular, detailed progress reports and presentations.
  • Streamlined project delivery processes, significantly reducing time to market for new software products.

Senior Software Engineer /Technical Lead Project Manager

Mobile Programming Ltd
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Responsible for managing all web and mobile development projects and requirements.
  • Directed and coordinated project planning and execution.
  • Coordinated web development projects through strategic meeting scheduling.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to establish project scopes and objectives.
  • Conducted requirement analysis for software, web applications, and portal development.
  • Ensured timely project delivery while maintaining development standards.
  • Resolved operational problems and identified solutions for process improvement.
  • Monitored expenses to ensure adherence to cost standards.
  • Served as primary contact for resolving website-related issues.
  • Accomplished project goals in alignment with specifications and business objectives.
  • Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and data analysis.

Senior Software Engineer /Senior Technical Lead

DSRC - Data Software Research Company
03.2019 - 05.2021
  • Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
  • Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team productivity.
  • Crafted user interfaces engaging multiple senses to create immersive experiences.
  • Created comprehensive documentation outlining operational aspects, functions, capabilities, and features of each app.
  • Worked with teams from other projects and departments to create apps driven by customer input.
  • Developed and preserved technical and user documentation.
  • Utilized third-party APIs to enable smooth integration with external cloud data.
  • Successfully integrated push notifications into apps, bolstering user engagement.
  • Utilized Android SDK to develop impactful and detailed content.
  • Developed methods to enhance modularity, testability, and maintainability of front-end applications.
  • Delivered dedicated support ensuring timely resolution of client issues post-app launch.
  • Evaluated applications to pinpoint and record deficiencies.
  • Tested applications prior to final review to verify issue resolution.
  • Utilized JUnit framework for executing unit tests.
  • Oversaw Android app lifecycle stages from research to deployment.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define and design new features.
  • Possessed extensive understanding of mobile development cycle.
  • Created custom mobile applications using native technologies.
  • Integrated offline storage, performance optimization, and threading into applications for enhanced functionality.
  • Facilitated individual and group training sessions for team members.
  • Utilized code versioning tools for program change management.
  • Leveraged third-party libraries, custom libraries, and APIs to create innovative applications.

Software Engineer /IT Project Lead

Vivid InfoTech Software Solution Pvt Ltd.
06.2016 - 04.2018
  • Developed scalable and maintainable code, ensuring long-term stability of the software.
  • Integrated new technologies into existing systems, increasing capabilities and improving overall performance.
  • Created multisensory user interfaces to enhance engagement.
  • Created comprehensive documentation outlining operational aspects, functions, capabilities, and features of each app.
  • Worked with teams from other projects and departments to create apps driven by customer input.
  • Created and maintained comprehensive technical and user documentation.
  • Utilized third-party APIs to enable smooth integration with external cloud data.
  • Successfully integrated push notifications into apps, bolstering user engagement.
  • Utilized Android SDK to develop impactful and detailed content.
  • Delivered dedicated support ensuring timely resolution of client issues post-app launch.
  • Tested applications prior to final review to verify issue resolution.
  • Utilized JUnit framework for unit testing.
  • Demonstrated expertise in mobile development lifecycle, resolving challenges at every stage.
  • Oversaw Android app lifecycle stages from initial research to deployment.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define and design new features.
  • Created custom mobile applications using native technologies.
  • Integrated offline storage, performance tuning, and threading into applications for seamless functionality.
  • Facilitated individual and group training sessions for team members.
  • Utilized code versioning tools to oversee program modifications.
  • Leveraged third-party libraries and APIs to create innovative applications.

System Analyst

Edel Works Pvt. Ltd
06.2015 - 04.2016
  • Collaborated with quality assurance team to ensure app compatibility across various platforms.
  • Researched and selected APIs for integration into development projects.
  • Developed quality assurance tests for junior developers' work, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to identify methods for delivering business value.
  • Converted initial design concepts into comprehensive iOS and Android app structures.
  • Followed Apple's Human Interface guidelines to create products aligned with iOS UI norms.
  • Initiated code review meetings to identify weaknesses in program content.
  • Designed patches for existing mobile applications.
  • Applied Apple's Swift development language to code native apps for the iOS platform.
  • Applied Agile software development methodology to elevate final products and streamline development efforts.
  • Implemented mobile payment solutions including ApplePay, Paytm, and Razorpay.
  • Guided junior developers in mastering Swift programming language.
  • Guided junior developers in mastering Kotlin programming language.
  • Integrated third-party APIs to expedite development timelines.
  • Transferred applications from Android to iOS, ensuring compatibility with platform specifications.

Software Engineer

Agaram Infotech
02.2013 - 04.2015
  • Collaborated as junior developer utilizing Android programming language.
  • Researched and selected APIs for integration into development projects.
  • Developed quality assurance tests for junior developer output, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Followed Apple's Human Interface guidelines to create products aligned with iOS UI norms.
  • Initiated code review sessions to identify weaknesses in contributed program content.
  • Designed patches for mobile applications to ensure seamless updates on iOS and Android.
  • Applied Agile software development methodology to elevate final products and streamline development efforts.
  • Integrated third-party APIs to accelerate development timelines.

Education

BE - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Velammal Engineering College
Chennai, Tamilnadu
12.2010

Skills

Project Management

Certification

Certified PMP Professional Member Id : 9861402

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Handling the Development Team as a Technical Project Manager,Managing a team of 75 plus members spanning Project Designers, Associates, Engineering Consultants and Developers. Facing Customers with the Integration Support.
  • Handling the Mobile Application Team (Mobility Solutions) as a technical lead / Architect..
  • Gather requirement from Client and designing the architecture based on the requirement.
  • Involving in project architecture like Frameworks, SDK Libraries, versions, dependencies, databases API's and Cloud Service.
  • Finalizing and getting approval for architecture from client, alongside with the UI/UX design mock-up.
  • Project created and involved in Agile methodology by creating sprint’s and stories for the task, then creating tickets for sub-task and assigning to team members – developers.
  • Responsible for Daily Stand up Calls – Scrum Meeting.
  • Creating tickets and entire responsible on Jira.
  • Involved in Design, Development, Coding, and Testing and Code Review process.
  • Unit and Integration testing of the developed module.
  • Senior Developer in the Project involved in Android platform development.
  • Handling the QA bug defects and re- assigning to developers and maintaining Bug Defect Report.
  • After bug free or zero bug application, share the build with client for feedback, and will deploy as Alpha version in Play Store and AppStore.
  • Build and Publish Application in Play Store and AppStore.
  • As a Lead in the Project, handling the type of documents from Scratch to deliver on the entire project.
  • Entire responsibility for the project based on Agile Methodology - Scrum.
  • Involved in Dev-ops integration of the Project using Jenkins IDE – CI / CD Pipeline.
  • Involved in the code clean-up process and code compatibility and fixing the bugs in the Jenkins to make and finalize the Standard code for Delivery.

Additional Information

Technologies

Android - Java, Kotlin, ios – swift, Flutter, Web Applications

Web / Back end Technologies

Java, Android, iOS,Flutter,PHP,JavaScript,Web-Services, Spring-Boot,Spring-boot,ML,NLP,
Micro-services,J2EE,React js,Python,Angular,Node js,Low code, n8n,WS02.

API

json, soap, restful, aws, payment gateway

SDK – Libraries

PaymentSDK,Mapbox,GoogleMaps,Low-Latency-Audio,webRTC,Glide,Fresco,Facebook, Google,Retrofit, Volley, Firebase,Jetpack Components, Jetcack compose, socket I/O, Compose UI, Advance Android,Dagger2, RxJava,swift.

Database

Sqlite, core data, realm, mysql, oracle,room,PostgreSQL

Source Control Software

svn, tfs, git

Operating Systems

windows, ubuntu, mac.

Development IDE

Eclipse, Android Studio, X-Code, Microsoft Visual Studio

Design Patterns

Clean Architecture.

Dev - Ops

Jenkins , CI/CD Process

Payment Gateway

SDK, UPI Payments, Goolgle Pay, ApplePay, QR Code,Manual Card Entry.POS Application, Tap to Tap - NFC,Online Payment Integrations,

Send Payment Links, ACH, Recurring Payments,Security Compliance, Anti Fraud Compliance.Address verification system, card tokenization, dynamic SSL certificate.

Cloud Service

AWS, Azure, VMware, Google Cloud

Methodology / Tools

Agile, Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket,GitHub

Protocols

Http,Https,Ftp.

Domain Experience

Payments,Auto Mobile, Banking, HealthCare, HRMS, ERP, Gaming, E-commerce, Online Shopping, Hotels, Multimedia, Tourism&Travel, Vehicle Tracking, Navigation, Agriculture

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

Dejavoo Systems
06.2022 - Current

Senior Software Engineer /Technical Lead Project Manager

Mobile Programming Ltd
06.2021 - 06.2022

Senior Software Engineer /Senior Technical Lead

DSRC - Data Software Research Company
03.2019 - 05.2021

Software Engineer /IT Project Lead

Vivid InfoTech Software Solution Pvt Ltd.
06.2016 - 04.2018

System Analyst

Edel Works Pvt. Ltd
06.2015 - 04.2016

Software Engineer

Agaram Infotech
02.2013 - 04.2015

BE - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Velammal Engineering College
KIRAN KUMAR .SSenior Project Manager