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UMESH KUMAR
Sr. Software Development Manager
Chennai
Summary
· Dynamic and Results-Oriented Project Manager with 20+ years experience in leading diverse technology projects from conception to completion on time within the budget.
· Strengths include and not limited to, 1. Active listening to the needs of the stake holders and team members. 2. Ability to navigate and resolve conflicts by maintaining project momentum and harmony among the diverse teams. 3. Switch between different concepts or adapt to new perspectives in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
· Exceptional ability in working under pressure and deliver innovative project improvement strategies to meet organizational objectives.
· Seasoned professional, with outstanding project planning, execution, monitoring and resource balancing skills with ability to support multiple simultaneous projects in a matrix organizational structure. Embrace the Agile mindset, advocate and champion Agile Ways of Working across the project teams instituting agile and lean principles through doing, coaching, teaching, and mentoring.
· Facilitating meetings such as planning, standups, backlog refinement, and reviews/demos helping the team learn the skills.
· Experienced in coordinating, negotiating and motivatingoutside vendors and off-shore resources in support of timeline and IT project deliverables.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Sr. Project Manager
• Proceed Saas Sdn Bhd Malaysia
Kualalumpur
09.2019 - Current
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.
- Evaluated vendor proposals, selecting those that provided the best value for cost, quality, and timeliness.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
Sr. Project Manager
Rostima Asia Sdn Bhd/Comops Asia Sdn Bhd
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.
- Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Nurtured strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, building trust and credibility that facilitated smooth collaboration on shared goals.
Sr. Project Manager
Notion Software Solutions
Chennai
01.2010 - 05.2014
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives that resulted in increased productivity and streamlined workflows across departments.
- Established effective communication channels with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment of expectations.
- Streamlined project management processes by implementing agile methodologies, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced costs.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization''s benefit.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
Project Manager (AVP)
Wells Fargo (Wachovia Securities)
09.2004 - 12.2009
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
Technical Lead
MEIJER INC., MI, USA
08.1999 - 08.2004
- Mentored junior developers through regular 1-on-1 meetings, providing guidance on best practices, coding standards, and career growth opportunities.
- Coordinated with cross-department teams like QA, DevOps, and Support to ensure seamless end-to-end software delivery process.
- Implemented continuous integration and deployment strategies for faster release cycles and improved application reliability.
- Maintained close communication with clients throughout project life cycles for accurate progress reporting and prompt issue resolution.
- Enhanced system performance with thorough code reviews, debugging, and optimization techniques.
- Led a team of developers to successfully deliver high-quality software projects on time and within budget constraints.
Senior Implementation Analyst
Continental Informatics Limited
Chennai
04.1999 - 06.1999
- Effectively managed change throughout the implementation process, helping clients adapt to new systems and processes with minimal disruption.
- Optimized software configurations for client-specific requirements, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.
- Streamlined implementation processes by identifying and addressing inefficiencies, resulting in reduced project timelines.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, effectively prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
- Led successful data migration efforts, minimizing disruptions to clients during the transition period.
Senior Programmer Analyst
Iverson, Singapore / Taiwan
06.1998 - 03.1999
- Worked closely with clients to establish specifications and system designs.
- Updated documentation with project deviations to capture changes.
- Modified existing software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware and improve performance.
- Designed and developed [Number] computer software web applications.
- Built databases and table structures for web applications.
- Evaluated multiple software solutions during early software architecture plotting and system migration planning stage.
Analyst Programmer
SR Singapore Pvt Ltd
09.1996 - 04.1998
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive successful project completion and client satisfaction.
- Tested and deployed scalable and highly available software products.
- Continuously updated programming skills through self-directed learning opportunities, staying current with industry trends and best practices.
- Supported business growth by researching and implementing cutting-edge technologies into existing systems.
- Performed regression and system-level testing to verify software quality prior to release.
- Provided technical support using knowledge of complex technology to solve problems and support new projects.
Programmer
Com-Line Systems Sdn Bhd
Kualalumpur
11.1994 - 08.1996
- Reduced system errors and improved reliability through rigorous debugging processes.
- Consistently met project deadlines by effectively managing priorities and maintaining a strong work ethic.
- Developed continuous integration tool to streamline deployment.
- Participated in peer code reviews, providing constructive feedback aimed at improving the quality of team deliverables.
- Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement, leading to a more efficient development cycle.
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology
Grand Valley State University
Michigan, USA 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
Madras University
India.Chennai 06.1990 - 06.1994
Skills
Project Planning
Client Relationship Management
Scope Management
Project Scheduling
Agile Methodology
Training and mentoring
Cross-Functional Communication
Meeting facilitation
Project Management
Problem-Solving
Teamwork and Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 12 (offshore 10) Budget of 2.5mil MYR in the development of Property Management
- Supervised team of upto 30 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Software
Python
AWS Practioner
Net Framework
Jira
Microsoft Project Planning
Scrum
Tableau
ORacle
MS SQL Server
XSML, XAML, ASPnet
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Certification
Project Management Professional
Timeline
Sr. Project Manager
• Proceed Saas Sdn Bhd Malaysia
09.2019 - Current
Sr. Project Manager
Rostima Asia Sdn Bhd/Comops Asia Sdn Bhd
08.2014 - 05.2019
Sr. Project Manager
Notion Software Solutions
01.2010 - 05.2014
Project Manager (AVP)
Wells Fargo (Wachovia Securities)
09.2004 - 12.2009
Master of Science - Information Technology
Grand Valley State University
04.2001 -
Project Management Professional
04-2001
Technical Lead
MEIJER INC., MI, USA
08.1999 - 08.2004
Senior Implementation Analyst
Continental Informatics Limited
04.1999 - 06.1999
Senior Programmer Analyst
Iverson, Singapore / Taiwan
06.1998 - 03.1999
Analyst Programmer
SR Singapore Pvt Ltd
09.1996 - 04.1998
Programmer
Com-Line Systems Sdn Bhd
11.1994 - 08.1996
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
Madras University
06.1990 - 06.1994
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