Sambhunath Mukundan
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic innovation focused Product Owner/Product Manager/Business Analyst with over 17 years experience in leading cutting-edge product developments in high-growth environments. Expert in driving innovation through agile methodologies, cross-functional collaboration and forward-thinking strategies. Proven track record of launching market-leading products and achieving 30% growth in customer acquisition. Passionate about utilizing emerging technologies and customer-centric approaches to deliver innovative solutions that exceed market expectations
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Scrum Master
HCLTech
Bangalore
09.2022 - Current
- Documented user stories, specifications, and product features into detailed work order to communicate across teams and build mandatory requirements.
- Coordinated design meetings and decisions with internal departments and teams.
- Optimized product performance with data-driven analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Facilitated Scrum framework – sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives.
- Conducted daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning sessions, and sprint reviews, ensuring effective communication among team members.
- Defined user stories and acceptance criteria, ensuring that product product features met high-quality standards and were delivered on time, contributing to a 20% improvement in sprint velocity
- Initiated regular A/B testing protocols to validate design hypotheses, leading to more effective feature releases.
- Evangelized product features by working closely with a cross functional team of UX Designers, Architects, Developers and QA's to ensure product requirements are translated technical solutions
- Facilitated productive workshops that fostered ideation among participants, resulting in innovative solutions to complex UX challenges.
- Collaborated closely with UI designers to create visually appealing interfaces grounded in solid usability principles.
Software Expert/Product Owner
Nagravision
Bangalore
02.2018 - 09.2022
- Owned and prioritized product backlog.
- Developed comprehensive roadmaps outlining the product vision, goals, and milestones for successful execution.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on technical feasibility assessments, resulting in realistic scope definition for projects.
- Facilitated communication between development teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of requirements and expectations.
- Optimized product performance by identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
Business Analyst Manager
ValueLabs
Hyderabad
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Enhanced decision-making capabilities with detailed reports and visualizations, providing valuable insights to executive leadership.
- Facilitated workshops for stakeholders to gather requirements, establish priorities, and define project scopes effectively.
- Managed a team of analysts, fostering collaboration and promoting professional growth.
Lead Business Analyst - Presales
Ernst And Young GDS
06.2015 - 04.2016
- Engaged with Sales, IT Project Management, and Engineering to ensure timely and accurate responses to RFIs and RFPs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive customer propositions.
- Collaborated with product management teams to provide feedback on market trends and contribute to product improvements.
Business Transformation Analyst
Allianz Insurance
07.2012 - 06.2015
- Streamlined business processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing improvements, resulting in increased operational efficiency.
- Conducted root cause analyses for identified issues within existing operations, leading to targeted initiatives that addressed underlying problems effectively.
- Managed relationships with external consultants to ensure seamless integration of their expertise into various aspects of business transformation projects.
Management Consultant
GateToMedicine
10.2011 - 04.2012
- Played a key role in developing long-term product vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
- Used various market research tools and techniques to gather, analyze and interpret data.
- Established and managed relationships with external data providers and research vendors.
System Analyst
Ports, Customs and Freezone Corporation
04.2005 - 10.2007
- Collaborated with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Enhanced user experience by designing intuitive interfaces and incorporating user feedback into continuous improvements.
- Developed and maintained scalable web applications, meeting high user demand and ensuring consistent uptime.
Software Engineer
Cochin Computer Services
11.2002 - 12.2004
- Developed ASP.NET and SQL Server based ERP solution with Accounting & Finance, Inventory, HR & Payroll and CRM modules
- Developed reports using Crystal Reports tool based on client requirements
Education
MBA -
University of Nottingham
United Kingdom 09.2010 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Middlesex University
United Kingdom 09.2000 - 06.2001
Skills
Sprint planning
Scrum framework expertise
Project management
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Coaching and mentoring
Agile methodology
User story creation
Scrum methodology
Product backlog management
Wireframing and prototyping
Roadmap development
Product lifecycle management
Proposal development
Timeline
Scrum Master
HCLTech
09.2022 - Current
Software Expert/Product Owner
Nagravision
02.2018 - 09.2022
Business Analyst Manager
ValueLabs
06.2016 - 05.2017
Lead Business Analyst - Presales
Ernst And Young GDS
06.2015 - 04.2016
Business Transformation Analyst
Allianz Insurance
07.2012 - 06.2015
Management Consultant
GateToMedicine
10.2011 - 04.2012
MBA -
University of Nottingham
09.2010 - 12.2011
System Analyst
Ports, Customs and Freezone Corporation
04.2005 - 10.2007
Software Engineer
Cochin Computer Services
11.2002 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Middlesex University
09.2000 - 06.2001
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