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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Personal Qualifications
Accomplishments
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Santhosh Rathod

IT Project Manager
Bengaluru,KA

Summary

To leverage project management skills to drive organisational success and innovation.

Results-driven professional with 14+ years of IT experience, holding a B.E. in Electronics & Communication Engineering. Adept at leading and managing complex projects in domains like G2B, G2C, G2E, G2G, G2I, and G2NGO services. Accomplished Project Manager with extensive experience, leading and managing multiple IT projects to successful delivery. Proven expertise in stakeholder communication, team leadership, and quality assurance. Demonstrated ability to align project objectives with company goals, ensuring stakeholder satisfaction. Adept in agile methodology, risk management, and budget forecasting. Strong background in software testing and training & team development, contributing to improved team performance and customer satisfaction.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Project Manager

Avani Infosoft Pvt Ltd
01.2019 - Current
  • Lead and manage multiple IT projects, overseeing timelines, budgets, and quality assurance to ensure successful delivery.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align project objectives with company goals and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.

Project Coordinator

Avani Infosoft Pvt Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2018
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
  • Acted as a liaison between project teams and stakeholders to maintain open communication channels.
  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs, and delegating assignments.
  • Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
  • Coordina ted cross-departmental meetings to streamline project communication, enhancing team collaboration and efficiency.

Software Test Engineer

Zeal Encore Techonologies
12.2010 - 03.2013
  • Conducted testing activities to identify and resolve software issues.
  • Collaborated with development teams to ensure product quality, and meet project deadlines.
  • Designed testing scenarios for usability testing.
  • Enhanced product reliability through thorough functional, regression, and performance testing.
  • Wrote and optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing with consistent, thorough approaches.
  • Identified critical bugs and worked closely with developers to ensure timely resolution, resulting in a more stable product.
  • Managed defect tracking systems, ensuring accurate documentation of issues for efficient resolution.
  • Reviewed requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback.
  • Improved testing efficiency by integrating continuous integration tools into testing process.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams during end-to-end testing phases, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
  • Incorporated delivery requirements into planning of testing schedules.

VMT Process Management, Data Testing

Focus MT India
  • Gained hands-on experience in managing VMT processes, conducting data analysis, and performing testing activities.
  • Analyzed data to support business decisions and improve process efficiencies.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accura te information.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Participant te d in training programs to enhance product knowledge and customer service skills.

Education

Electronics & Communication Engineering

SLNCE
Karnataka
04.2001 -

Skills

Project Management Skills

Certification

Certified Scrum Product Owner

Personal Qualifications

BE, Electronics & Communication Engineering.

Accomplishments

  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by 4% by 8%
  • Completed the Crop Survey Project on time and 50% under budget.
  • Supervised team of 60 staff members.
  • Reduced department operating costs by 40% in 10 months.

Timeline

Project Manager

Avani Infosoft Pvt Ltd
01.2019 - Current

Project Coordinator

Avani Infosoft Pvt Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2018

Software Test Engineer

Zeal Encore Techonologies
12.2010 - 03.2013

Electronics & Communication Engineering

SLNCE
04.2001 -

VMT Process Management, Data Testing

Focus MT India
Santhosh RathodIT Project Manager