DESCRIPTION

With over ** years of experience in promoting Agile values, principles, and practices, I have gained expertise in effectively combining agile methodologies with business objectives to produce measurable and lasting outcomes. I possess a comprehensive understanding of the software development life cycle in an agile environment and am skilled in leading teams to become self-organized, collaborative, and adept at resolving conflicts while maintaining a positive and transparent work environment. My approach is one of empowerment, and I can inspire and energize teams to achieve their goals.

SKILLS

Scrum

CI/CD

Jira

Confluence

Leadership

Kanban

Road map

Capacity planning

Event facilitator

Planning

Ideaboardz

Story mapping

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Agile maturity

Skill matrix

Empathy

Decision making

Dependency mapper

Miro

Communication

Collaboration

Risk register

Retrospective

TDD, BDD, ATDD

Servant leadership

Budget Management

Resource Allocation

WORK EXPERIENCE

Snr. Project manager Delta Recharge Solutions Private Limited.08/2022 – Current

Track projects using Jira to provide 100% reports to relevant stakeholders.

Introduced a customer-centric culture of using the anonymous survey as a customer feedback loop to gather feedback from customers and identify areas of improvement.

Facilitated Agile planning sessions, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

Perform activities related to project planning, organizing, and documentation to ensure project goals are met.

Utilize agile methodologies to guide the development and implementation of applications and systems.

Analyze existing processes and systems to identify areas for improvement and increase efficiency.

Provide timely resolution to issues and actively support the team in delivering high-quality solutions.

Take responsibility for the full project lifecycle, from design and development to deployment and production.

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure that specifications are met. Ability to effectively manage and prioritize tasks in an agile project management environment

Strong analysis skills to gather and interpret project requirements

Familiarity with Azure cloud services and the ability to leverage them for project needs

Proficient in budget management, ensuring projects stay within allocated resources

Ability to understand and align project objectives with overall business goals

Skilled in coaching and guiding project teams to ensure effective communication and collaboration

Expertise in delivering high-quality project deliverables within specified timelines

Experience in designing and documenting project processes and workflows

Proficient in development methodologies and best practices

Strong problem-solving skills to address and resolve project issues and challenges

Scrum Master/Service delivery American Towers Corporation (ATC).

05/2015 - 07/2022

Collaborated with 2 scrum teams to automate software development using continuous integration and continuous delivery, achieving product quality above 80%.

Introduced built-in quality practices such as TDD and pair programming to reduce bugs and enhance productivity.

Motivated project sponsors and stakeholders to sign up for my automated weekly schedule report which increase visibility and openness.

Introduced an "innovation and automation workshop" to reduce sprint tickets by 30%.

Conducted regular assessments and provided recommendations for process improvement.

Implemented servant leadership skills to build 3 high-performing agile teams.

Create and maintain strong relationships with customers, understanding and meeting their needs and expectations.

Develop and document project-related documents, such as project plans, requirements, and specifications.

Ensure a formalized process for issue identification, escalation, and resolution throughout the project lifecycle.

Provide strong leadership and guidance to project leaders, empowering them to effectively manage their teams.

Support and empower the team to work in a self-organized manner, promoting agile principles and values.

Stay up-to-date with the latest technology trends and advancements to drive innovation in project management practices.

Understand and apply various project management principles and methodologies, such as Scrum and Lean.

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including business, technology, and testing, to deliver successful projects.

Project Manager / Scrum Master Huawei Technologies Company Ltd.

03/ 2005 - 04/2015

Led team transition from waterfall to agile by guiding cross-functional teams, and aligning project requirements with agile principles.

Developed and executed a risk management plan that identified and mitigated risks for project deliverables.

Implemented Agile Scrum, trained team members, and introduced agile tools for enhanced collaboration and efficiency.

Ensured continuous improvement, identified bottlenecks, and facilitated effective communication between the development team and stakeholders.

Coached and taught new teams how to perform key Agile ceremonies such as planning sessions, and daily stand-ups, and how to effectively utilize Agile artifacts such as product backlog and sprint backlog.

Utilized tools such as Jira and Confluence to oversee and track projects.

Worked closely with the marketing department to prioritize backlog based on changing markets.

Perform regular reviews of project practices and processes to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.

Ensure the quality of project deliverables through regular inspections, testing, and adherence to quality standards.

Review and assess project requirements regularly, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and project goals.

Allocate and manage project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to optimize project outcomes.

Regularly review and update the project schedule to accommodate changes and ensure timely completion

Project Manager Uber Technologies.

10/2003 - 02/2005

Facilitated productivity improvements through mentoring, resolving impediments, and tracking team metrics.

led requirement gathering and analysis efforts, collaborating with stakeholders to elicit and document detailed software requirements.

Validated requirements with stakeholders, conducting meetings and workshops to clarify and obtain feedback, ensuring an accurate representation of business needs.

Participated in organization and optimization of product backlogs for 4 teams.

Maintain a clear and defined project scope, managing scope creep and ensuring project focus.

Regularly review server and infrastructure status to ensure optimal performance and availability.

Foster effective teamwork and collaboration within the project team, promoting a positive and productive work environment.

Ability to facilitate and participate in grooming sessions to refine project requirements

Proven track record of implementing innovative solutions to improve project efficiency and effectiveness

Experience in managing and resolving project-related risks and issues daily.

Ability to adapt and iterate project plans based on changing requirements or priorities

Effective communication skills to interact with stakeholders and customers

Experience in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery processes

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS.

Professional Scrum Master (PSM1).

Certified SAFe 6 Agilist.

Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO1)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

International Business Management Institute- Leadership & Management.

University of Ilorin- Electrical Engineering. (B.Sc).

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