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Nishant Kumar

Nishant Kumar

IT Project Manager
Bengaluru,KA

Summary

Accomplished IT Project Manager at Societe Generale Global Solution Center, enhancing software functionality and leading cross-functional teams to success. Proficient in Agile methodology and client relations, I've significantly improved project delivery timelines and quality, fostering team growth and optimizing processes. I have a total industry experience of 14 years and significant expertise in overseeing complex projects and ensuring timely delivery. Skilled in strategic planning, budget management, and risk assessment. Strong focus on team collaboration, fostering results-driven environment, and adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, leadership, and effective communication. Having a track record of delivering high-impact projects in diverse environments. Adept at driving project timelines with proper budget management and ensuring quality outcomes through strategic planning and execution. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and committed to team success and client satisfaction.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Certificates

Work History

IT Project Manager

Societe Generale Global Solution Center
05.2017 - Current
  • Developed project management roadmap to define project objectives, timelines and milestones.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely deliveries, effective communication, and high-quality results.
  • Delivered reliable solutions by overseeing software design, development, testing, implementation, and support phases of IT projects.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure efficient allocation of resources and successful project completion.
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide updates on progress throughout projects'' lifecycles.
  • Managed budgets for multiple projects concurrently, tracking expenses and reallocating resources as needed to stay within budget constraints.
  • Led and managed staff of [Number] team members engaged in administering complex IT infrastructure.
  • Developed detailed project plans, outlining clear objectives, timelines, and deliverables for IT projects.
  • Optimized internal processes through regular review meetings with team members aimed at identifying areas for improvement.
  • Resolved staff conflicts and identified potential areas of improvement.
  • Negotiated and managed project budgets to meet goals.

Lead Software Engineer

Societe Generale Global Solution Center
05.2017 - Current
  • Designed, coded, tested, debugged and documented programs using agile development practices.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions for clients'' needs.
  • Led a team of software engineers to successfully complete projects within deadlines, ensuring high-quality end products.
  • Conducted thorough code reviews to maintain consistency, readability, and adherence to best practices.
  • Improved software performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks in the development process.
  • Managed version control systems meticulously, maintaining organized repositories for efficient collaboration among team members.
  • Implemented and adopted cloud technologies and best practices for automation, configuration, monitoring and platform scalability.
  • Integrated third-party APIs seamlessly into existing systems, expanding product capabilities without additional overhead costs.
  • Improved DevOps across deployment and testing strategies and application monitoring.

Senior Software Engineer

Societe Generale Global Solution Center
05.2017 - Current
  • Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
  • Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team productivity.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.
  • Regularly reviewed peers'' code contributions, offering constructive feedback to enhance overall product quality.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design innovative software solutions.
  • Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.
  • Documented software development methodologies in technical manuals to be used by IT personnel in future projects.
  • Created proofs of concept for innovative new solutions.
  • Conducted data modeling, performance and integration testing.

Senior Associate

Cognizant Technology Solutions, CTS
06.2013 - 04.2017
  • Trained and supported new team members, maintaining culture of collaboration.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive successful completion of complex projects within deadlines.
  • Mentored junior associates, fostering professional growth and helping them reach their full potential.
  • Consistently maintained strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and timely updates on project progress.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify trends and anticipate customer needs.
  • Remained solutions-oriented in face of complex problems to assist management and overall business direction.

Senior Software Engineer

Infosys Technologies
09.2010 - 05.2013
  • Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
  • Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team productivity.
  • Regularly reviewed peers'' code contributions, offering constructive feedback to enhance overall product quality.
  • Built databases and table structures for web applications.
  • Tested methodology with writing and execution of test plans, debugging and testing scripts and tools.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Information Technology

Maulana Abdul Kalam University of Technology
Kolkata, India
04.2001 -

High School Diploma - Science

Bihar College of Engineering
Patna, India
04.2001 -

No Degree - Science

St. Karen's High School
Patna, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Software development life cycle

Certification

Certified Scrum Master

Work Availability

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Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Timeline

PMP

01-2025

Certified Product Owner

10-2024

SAFE 6.0 Scrum Master

01-2023

Certified Scrum Master

07-2022

IT Project Manager

Societe Generale Global Solution Center
05.2017 - Current

Lead Software Engineer

Societe Generale Global Solution Center
05.2017 - Current

Senior Software Engineer

Societe Generale Global Solution Center
05.2017 - Current

Senior Associate

Cognizant Technology Solutions, CTS
06.2013 - 04.2017

Senior Software Engineer

Infosys Technologies
09.2010 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Engineering - Information Technology

Maulana Abdul Kalam University of Technology
04.2001 -

High School Diploma - Science

Bihar College of Engineering
04.2001 -

No Degree - Science

St. Karen's High School
04.2001 -
Nishant KumarIT Project Manager