Scrum Master Continuous Improvement

Vamsi Panuganti

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PROFILE

Highly efficient Certified Scrum Master with a proven track record in leading Agile teams to success. Expert in business analysis and quality assurance, consistently delivering high-quality software solutions. Skilled in enhancing operational efficiency and team productivity through innovative project management and scrum methodologies.

SUMMARY

Certified Scrum Master with extensive experience in leading diverse teams through Agile project initiatives, enhancing delivery processes, and driving team productivity improvements by 15%.

Expert in orchestrating the seamless transition of projects from planning to execution, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget, evidenced by a 20% improvement in project delivery timelines.

Proven track record in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and learning, leading to significant enhancements in software quality and stakeholder satisfaction.

Skilled in Agile practices and principles mentorship, contributing to the development of a strong Agile mindset across teams and stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage project timelines, scope, and resources effectively, securing realistic commitments and managing expectations to ensure project success.

Proficient in the implementation and utilization of Agile metrics and KPIs for measuring team performance, facilitating data-driven decision-making, and supporting continuous improvement efforts.

Effective communicator and liaison between technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment on project status, deliverables, and outcomes.

Strategic in risk management, with a knack for proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to minimize impacts on project timelines and deliverables.

Accomplished in backlog management and prioritization, working closely with Product Owners and development teams to refine processes and improve product development cycles, resulting in a 25% increase in product quality and customer satisfaction.

Adept at building and nurturing high-performance teams, evidenced by achieving 100% team satisfaction and a notable increase in Agile adoption company-wide, showcasing leadership in both project execution and team development.

Strategic thinker with a successful track record of Agile transformation initiatives, leading to a 40% reduction in delivery times and establishing Agile frameworks as a cornerstone of corporate strategy and operations.

Flexible and adaptable to changing environments, successfully leading teams through the transition to remote work without loss in productivity, and applying innovative solutions to maintain project continuity and team cohesion.

SKILLS & TOOLS

Programming Languages & Frameworks: Java

Project Management Tools: JIRA, Atlassian Suite, MS Visio, Slack Collaboration Tools: GIT, Microsoft Office Other Tools: Eclipse Methodologies: Agile, Waterfall, Scrum

WORK EXPERIENCE

BriefingIQ Inc, San Ramon, CA Jan 2019 – Present

BriefingIQ is a software solution that offers numerous features to aid briefing managers in planning and organizing customer visits efficiently along with offering valuable analytics that evaluate the business impact of meetings.

Scrum Master

Roles & Responsibilities:

Mentor and coach teams and leadership in adopting SAFe Agile practices, helping them transition from traditional methodologies to a scaled Agile approach for improved efficiency and delivery.

Executed comprehensive project plans, outlining scope, resources, timelines, and budgets to ensure on-time and within-budget delivery.

Facilitated critical ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives, enhancing Agile adoption and team efficiency.

Fostered a collaborative and Agile-rich environment, achieving high team satisfaction and performance through continuous improvement.

Managed project scope and budget adjustments in partnership with CCAB, aligning project outcomes with stakeholder expectations and business objectives.

Identified and mitigated project risks through robust risk management strategies, ensuring minimal disruption to timelines and deliverables.

Acted as the main liaison for project stakeholders, providing comprehensive updates on project status and managing expectations effectively.

Maintained a continuous feedback loop with product owners and development teams to refine processes and enhance product development cycles.

Championed Scrum best practices, improving team collaboration and efficiency through effective backlog management and sprint planning.

Implemented Lean practices to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and enhance overall project efficiency, contributing to significant improvements in delivery speed and quality.

Conducted Scrum training sessions for new team members and stakeholders, fostering a strong understanding and adherence to Agile principles.

Supported the Product Owner in backlog management and prioritization, resulting in a 20% improvement in project delivery timelines.

Resolved team impediments and facilitated cross-team coordination, promoting seamless project progression and a collaborative work environment.

Successfully closed projects with stakeholder acceptance of all deliverables and conducted thorough post-project evaluations to capture lessons learned for future improvements.

Reduced project delays by 25% through proactive risk identification and scenario analysis, developing effective contingency plans.

Truist Bank, Charlotte, NC Nov 2016 – Dec 2018

Worked on personalized wealth management service that combines expert financial planning with cutting-edge technology. This service is tailored to meet the unique financial goals and needs of each client, providing access to a wide range of investment options, estate planning, tax strategies, and retirement planning. With a focus on building long-term relationships, Truist's wealth management advisors deliver customized advice and solutions, supported by robust digital tools for tracking and managing wealth.

Scrum Master

Roles & Responsibilities:

Spearheaded scrum ceremonies (retrospectives, daily stand-ups, show-and-tells) to foster team collaboration, communication, and a culture of innovation and learning.

Enhanced transparency of project activities and progress for stakeholders through effective use of reporting tools.

Leveraged historical data, observations, and insights to guide team towards meeting sprint goals and maintaining high-quality solution delivery.

Proactively identified, assessed, and mitigated risks and issues impacting project timelines, ensuring strategy alignment for risk management.

Secured necessary resources and tools for the team, facilitating seamless planning and execution of subsequent sprints.

Collaborated with Business Application Owners to prioritize project backlogs, optimizing for maximum value and efficiency.

Utilized Clarity Project Management software for strategic project allocation, optimizing resource distribution across various initiatives.

Guided the team on the importance of well-defined Product Backlog items, enhancing clarity and focus.

Developed detailed iteration and release plans to streamline project timelines and deliverables.

Oversaw the seamless transition from development to operational support, guaranteeing build quality and post-launch warranty support.

Partnered with line leads to deliver significant contributions across analysis, design, development, and testing phases, ensuring the adoption of industry best practices for optimal results.

Experian, Costa Mesa, CA March 2015 – oct 2016

This project focused on leading the creation and deployment of cutting-edge Identity & Fraud (ID&F) solutions tailored for the Financial Crime sector, with the aim of significantly boosting client security measures and ensuring regulatory compliance. By embracing and implementing Agile methodologies, the project streamlined product development processes, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the team. This approach not only accelerated the delivery of solutions but also fostered a more adaptive and responsive project environment, leading to more innovative and client-focused outcomes.

Scrum Master

Roles & Responsibilities:

Mentor team members on Agile practices and principles, contributing to the development of an Agile mindset and enhancing team performance.

Empowered the team to adopt self-organizing and self-managing practices, leading to a 15% increase in team productivity.

Negotiated and manage project timelines, scope, and resources with stakeholders and team members, ensuring realistic commitments and expectations.

Implemented and utilize Agile metrics and KPIs to measure team performance and project progress, facilitating data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

Identify and remove impediments to the Scrum Team’s progress, mitigating external distractions to maintain focus on Sprint objectives.

Track and communicate team velocity and Sprint progress to all stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment on project status and outcomes.

Foster a culture of continuous feedback and learning within the team, encouraging innovation and experimentation to find more efficient and effective processes.

Negotiated successfully with product owners to refine and reprioritize backlogs based on team feedback, ensuring a 20% improvement in team morale and stakeholder satisfaction.

Conferra software, Hyderabad Apr 2011 – May 2014

Product Owner

Roles & Responsibilities:

Spearheaded the gathering and analysis of functional requirements, crafting a detailed product backlog to guide project execution and prioritization.

Developed and maintained product roadmaps in partnership with stakeholders, driving significant improvements in project quality and reducing error rates.

Orchestrated the implementation of product features and enhancements, leading to a 25% boost in product quality and customer satisfaction.

Acted as the key bridge between stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring clear communication and the successful translation of complex business needs into actionable technical requirements.

Prioritized backlog items based on evolving project needs and stakeholder feedback, ensuring agile response to market changes and customer demands.

Led user story creation and acceptance criteria definition, ensuring thorough understanding and alignment with project goals across the team.

Managed beta testing and product feedback loops, incorporating user insights to refine product features and usability prior to full-scale launch.

Advocated for the end-user, ensuring that product development efforts remained closely aligned with customer needs and expectations for usability and functionality.

EDUCATION

Northwestern Polytechnic University Fremont, CA

Masters in Computer Science and Engineering

CERTIFICATION

Certified ScrumMaster® Scrum Alliance Certificate ID: 001562760

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