Nitin Arora, PMP
Senior Release & GEO Project Manager
Noida
Summary
- Results-driven Release & Resource Manager with over 11 years of experience in enterprise-scale transformation, software release management, and resource optimization across global HR, payroll, and SaaS environments.
- Expert in orchestrating multi-team software releases, streamlining resource allocation, and enhancing project delivery speeds using Agile, Scrum, SAFe, and DevOps practices.
- Proven ability to drive adoption of governance frameworks, automate reporting and dashboards, and facilitate teamwork across distributed teams for timely, high-quality releases.
- Skilled in change management, conflict resolution, and stakeholder engagement at all organizational levels.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
GEO Project Manager / Senior Release Manager
Safeguard Global
04.2025 - Current
- Implemented SAFe across six global teams, driving PI Planning, ART syncs, and continuous delivery for enhanced release velocity (improvement of 46%).
- Oversaw release calendar management, coordinated dependencies, and ensured change requests followed proper approval/documentation.
- Facilitated go/no-go release decisions with C-suite and product stakeholders, ensuring transparent deployment processes.
- Controlled resource allocation, optimized team utilizations, and led workforce transitions for multiple high-impact projects.
- Managed release schedules effectively, ensuring timely delivery of multiple projects with tight deadlines.
Project & Transition Consultant / Scrum Master
Safeguard Global
11.2019 - 04.2025
- Planned, scheduled, and deployed software releases for global payroll/RPA projects in cloud/hybrid environments.
- Coordinated with QA, DevOps, and delivery managers for end-to-end release execution and risk management.
- Led resource forecasting, skill gap identification, and onboarding/upskilling initiatives to support business growth.
- Maintained OKR-governed dashboards and generated regular utilization, capacity, and release performance reports for leadership.
Resident Expert / Project Manager
Encore Capital Group
11.2015 - 11.2019
- Directed hybrid project management combining Waterfall and Agile for finance and legal compliance teams.
- Led upgrades and release management for legacy systems, automating operational processes to improve speed and cut costs.
- Generated project and release metrics for executive dashboards and cross-team visibility.
Junior Engineer / Business Analyst
HCL Technologies
05.2014 - 11.2015
- Supported technical release processes as liaison between business clients and IT teams.
- Drove cross-team coordination for seamless integration and change implementation.
- Collaborated with engineering team to determine project specifications.
Education
B.Tech. - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
UP Technical University
06.2014
Skills
Release Planning & Execution across SDLC
Certification
SAFe Certified
Accomplishments
- Instituted scalable governance for transition from Waterfall to Agile, improving delivery speed and alignment.
- Established Agile Center of Excellence, reducing time-to-market by 30% through standardized release/process playbooks.
- Championed team mentorship—improved productivity by 35% and cut onboarding time by 20%.
- Saved $90k through cost-saving release/process initiatives; recognized by CEO for leadership in transformation.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Experience managing releases in cloud, hybrid, RPA, Payroll Tech.
- Strong analytical, planning, and diplomatic conflict resolution abilities.
Timeline
GEO Project Manager / Senior Release Manager
Safeguard Global
04.2025 - Current
Project & Transition Consultant / Scrum Master
Safeguard Global
11.2019 - 04.2025
Resident Expert / Project Manager
Encore Capital Group
11.2015 - 11.2019
Junior Engineer / Business Analyst
HCL Technologies
05.2014 - 11.2015
B.Tech. - Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
UP Technical University
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