Technology Program and Delivery Leader with 20+ years bridging business objectives with engineering execution across financial services, public sector, and education domains. Experienced in Agile & SAFe transformation, PMO governance, data & cloud modernization, resiliency, and risk and regulatory programs (AML, KYC, eAudit). Recognized for servant leadership, cross-functional collaboration, vendor and resource optimization, and metrics-driven delivery that strengthens predictability, transparency, and business outcomes.
Core Skills & Expertise
Program & Portfolio Management: Strategic planning, RAID/EVM tracking, OKR alignment, benefits realization.
Tools: MS Project · Smartsheet · Clarity PPM · Power BI · Tableau
Application & Technology Enablement: Oversight across Java, Web, Big Data, Cloud ecosystems.
Tools: Java · Spring Boot · Node.js · Databricks · AWS · Azure · Hadoop · Snowflake
AI & Productivity Tools: AI-assisted analytics, prompt engineering, automation for delivery insights.
Tools: Copilot · ChatGPT · LangChain
Enterprise Architecture & Integration
Key drivers for managing and delivering enterprise-scale applications across diverse systems, tools, and frameworks. Emphasis on developing foundational frameworks such as APIs, microservices, and integration layers before feature development — enabling scalability, interoperability, and faster releases. Collaboration across architecture, engineering, infrastructure, operations, and vendor teams ensures alignment on dependencies, design constraints, performance, reliability, and availability within enterprise governance and standards.
Leadership & Ownership — Empower cross-functional teams through servant leadership, transparency, and shared accountability.
Governance & ITSM — Maintain PMO discipline, define SLAs, and ensure readiness under ITIL and audit frameworks.
Vendor & Resource Management — Manage global delivery partners and balance capacity planning for efficiency.
Automation & AI Enablement — Integrate CI/CD, ServiceNow, and AI workflows to shorten cycles and improve quality.
Infrastructure & Resiliency — Oversee cloud migrations, data warehouse initiatives, and DR testing for continuity.
Enterprise Architecture Alignment — Ensure application, data, and infrastructure layers are synchronized for performance.
Product & Innovation — Lead RFP/RFI creation, SWOT analysis, solution demos, and prototype planning.
Continuous Improvement — Champion Agile metrics, CPI/SPI dashboards, and Kaizen initiatives to sustain excellence.
Representative Project Portfolio
Cloud & Data Modernization — Migrated and governed data lakes on AWS, Azure, and Databricks for scalable analytics.
Automation & AI Integration — ServiceNow and CI/CD orchestration with AI dashboards for reporting and monitoring.
Risk & Regulatory Compliance — Delivered AML, KYC, and eAudit programs improving audit readiness and transparency.
Infrastructure & Resiliency — Implemented disaster recovery and business continuity programs across data centers.
Capital Markets Technology & Trading Platforms — Managed cross-asset programs in Equities, FX, and Fixed Income, integrating trading workflows, data services, and governance dashboards to improve execution and transparency.
Public Sector & Education Systems — Delivered modernization for K-12 and Public Safety digital platforms.
Startup & Product Development — Designed and delivered emerging-tech products and digital frameworks in AI, cloud, and data domains. Activities include MVP design, go-to-market strategy, RFP/RFI support, and prototype iterations.
Tools & Skills: Product road-mapping · Design Thinking · Miro · Jira · Confluence · Python · Node.js · AWS · API & Microservices integration.
Product Innovation & Prototypes — Managed concept-to-launch for software solutions and contributed to RFP/RFI initiatives.
Sr. Consultant – Program Management / Product Owner
Feb 2012 – Dec 2012
iGATE
Program Manager – Capital Markets Technology
Jul 2005 – Feb 2012
Ventech Solutions
Project Director – Client Engagement & Delivery Management
Apr 2003 – Apr 2005
D.M.Data Corporation
Software Product Development Manager – Product & Project Management
Oct 1999 – Mar 2003
Awards & Recognition
🏅 CEO Gold Award for Delivery Excellence
Recognized for leadership in program execution, Agile PMO transformation, and cross-functional collaboration that improved project quality and delivery outcomes.
Education & Certifications
Executive MBA — Quantic School of Business & Technology (Pursuing)
Postgraduate Program — Cloud Computing with GenAI, University of Texas (Pursuing)
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
Project Management Professional (PMP-aligned) - Penn State University, Abington
Certificate in Portfolio Management - NYU, NY
Bachelor of Engineering — Bangalore University
Leadership Philosophy & Passions
👤 People-First Leadership — Build trust, empathy, and empowerment to unlock team potential.
⚙️ Process Excellence — Blend Agile, ITIL, and PMO discipline to create reliable delivery systems.
📊 Metrics-Driven Delivery — Base progress on KPIs, OKRs, and EVM transparency.
🤝 Trusted Partnership — Collaborate with business, IT, and vendors for shared success.
💡 Technology & Innovation — Apply Cloud, Data, and AI to simplify complexity and accelerate value.