YATHEENDRA KS
Project Manager
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Siemens Technology and Services Pvt Ltd
04.2023 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project plans utilizing Agile methodologies to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
- Coordinated resource allocation and task assignments to optimize team performance.
- Ensure the team meets all quality parameters, including coverage, performance measures, and other non-functional requirements (NFRs) like security.
- Enhanced stakeholder decision-making by producing and presenting monthly project health reports (PSR/PPR/PQR), delivering clear insights into project performance, risks, and progress.
- Leveraged burndown charts, burnup charts, cycle time analysis, and planned vs. actual metrics to proactively identify risks, delays, and gaps, enabling informed decision-making and timely corrective actions.
- Steered Agile meetings and facilitated outcome-focused discussions to resolve blockers and refine backlog.
- Monitored team adherence to Agile Release Train (ART) timelines and ensured milestones were met per the PI planning.
- Facilitated and participated in Scrum of Scrums to coordinate inter-team dependencies, surface risks, and remove impediments.
- Led DoR/DoD adoption and backlog-grooming practices, aligning cross-functional teams on acceptance criteria and delivery standards.
- Monitored project risks continuously and maintained an up-to-date risk register, ensuring visibility of emerging issues and mitigation status.
- Encourage a culture of self-organization and collaboration within the team.
- Perform root cause analysis for any required bugs and derive actionable points to address and resolve them. Performed comprehensive audits against ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 standards, reviewing ISMS controls and quality processes across configuration/change control, measurement systems, development of lifecycle, monitoring, and risk management.
- Led hiring and interview processes, selecting candidates to fill key roles and streamline evaluation criteria for reduced time-to-hire.
- Implemented structured performance reviews and feedback cycles, aligning goals with business priorities and driving measurable improvements.
Project Manager
HCL Technologies Pvt Ltd
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Facilitated adoption of agile practices across multiple cross-functional Scrum teams, enhancing collaboration and efficiency. Facilitated Scrum ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and backlog grooming sessions. Coached teams on the continuous evolution of their Definition of Done, backlog refinement, and participated in Scrum of Scrums to manage and collaborate on inter-team dependencies. Identified and tracked risks on RAID boards to facilitate timely resolution of impediments, maintaining project momentum. Ensured teams adhered to Agile Release Train (ART) timelines. Conducted Team Maturity Index (TMI) assessments quarterly to gauge team agility maturity and guided improvement initiatives. Fostered a culture of self-organization and collaboration. Collaborated with transformation interdependencies between applications and solution components. Reported project health to internal and external stakeholders weekly through comprehensive Weekly Status Reports (WSR), ensuring transparency and alignment.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on schedule and within budget.
- Developed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies to optimize performance.
- Implemented risk management processes to identify and mitigate potential project challenges.
Lead and Scrum Master
Mindtree Limited
03.2019 - 11.2021
- Led cross-functional Scrum team to develop EPOS Manager application, ensuring alignment with Agile methodologies. Guided the team in understanding the Agile Scrum framework and its core practices. Educated team members on Agile principles and Scrum values, fostering a strong understanding of Agile practices. Ensured all team members planned their work based on individual capacity and team velocity. Utilized Burndown and Burnup charts, along with measurable reports like cycle time and planned vs. actuals, to help team members identify risks, delays, or gaps. Facilitated regular Sprint retrospectives, identifying areas for improvement and driving team accountability.
- Facilitated Agile ceremonies, ensuring adherence to Scrum practices and team collaboration.
- Mentored cross-functional teams, enhancing productivity and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with product owners to prioritize backlog items and align deliverables with business objectives.
Lead Developer – Client – (SITA-UATP)
Mindtree Limited
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Facilitated Scrum ceremonies and resolved impediments for the team. Demonstrated project metrics, including burndown charts, for effective risk management. Managed requirement gathering and spearheaded the development of a low-cost payment gateway.
Developer – Client – (Flydubai – Multiple Booking Software)
Mindtree Limited
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Collaborated with Scrum Master and Product Owner to gather requirements and develop booking engines that enhanced user experience.
- Designed and developed scalable software solutions to enhance system performance and user experience.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement Agile methodologies, improving project delivery timelines.
- Mentored junior developers, fostering skill development and promoting best coding practices within the team.
Developer – Client – (Med track)
Mindtree Limited
10.2013 - 02.2016
- Developed, tested, deployed, maintained, and supported employee health data system to ensure reliable access to health information.
Senior Software Engineer
M5 Info Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
10.2011 - 09.2013
- Led ERP projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and successful delivery of software solutions.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge-sharing within the team.
Software Engineer
Mudra Infotech Services
09.2010 - 09.2011
- Created ERP packages for food industry, integrating inventory management functionalities to streamline operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement software solutions aligned with business objectives.
Education
PG Diploma - Data Science
Indian Institute of Information Technology - Bangalore (IIIT-B)
Bengaluru, IndiaMaster of Science - Software Design and Engineering
Manipal Institute of Technology
Bengaluru, IndiaBachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
Visveswaraya Technological University
Tumkūr, IndiaSkills
Project lifecycle management
Agile methodology
Risk & Issue Management
Stakeholder engagement
Quality and Productivity Management
Process optimization
JIRA
TFS
Certification
PMP - Project Management Professional
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Timeline
Project Manager
Siemens Technology and Services Pvt Ltd
04.2023 - Current
Project Manager
HCL Technologies Pvt Ltd
11.2021 - 04.2023
Lead and Scrum Master
Mindtree Limited
03.2019 - 11.2021
Lead Developer – Client – (SITA-UATP)
Mindtree Limited
02.2018 - 02.2019
Developer – Client – (Flydubai – Multiple Booking Software)
Mindtree Limited
03.2016 - 02.2018
Developer – Client – (Med track)
Mindtree Limited
10.2013 - 02.2016
Senior Software Engineer
M5 Info Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
10.2011 - 09.2013
Software Engineer
Mudra Infotech Services
09.2010 - 09.2011
PG Diploma - Data Science
Indian Institute of Information Technology - Bangalore (IIIT-B)
Master of Science - Software Design and Engineering
Manipal Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
Visveswaraya Technological University