Rajesh K

[email protected] • +91 96560 10904
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rajesh-k-kerala

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Project Manager with over 8 years of experience leading complex technology initiatives across software development and IT infrastructure sectors. Expert in Agile methodologies, risk management, and budget oversight, successfully managing projects valued up to $5M while delivering on time and within scope. Proven ability to optimize project roadmaps and enhance PMO governance, driving 20% improvement in delivery efficiency. Adept at aligning cross-functional teams with strategic goals to accelerate digital transformation and maximize ROI.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Project Manager
01/2025 - Present
Experion Technologies , Kochi
• Led a cross-functional engineering team of 11 in Kochi to successfully deliver a $2M digital transformation project for a major U.S. enterprise, overcoming complex integration challenges and ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery
• Implemented standardized Agile governance and release readiness workflows in Azure DevOps, reducing delivery bottlenecks by 30% and improving milestone accuracy by 25%, accelerating time-to-market
• Increased sprint velocity by 20% through targeted Agile coaching and continuous process optimization, boosting team productivity and project throughput
• Delivered comprehensive project health reports and KPI/budget dashboards to C-level executives, achieving 100% transparency and enabling proactive, data-driven decision-making
Technical Manager
11/2023 - 05/2024
Neudesic Technologies (An IBM Company) , Kochi
• Directed India’s first Google Wallet integration (Air India mobile app) by collaborating with Google India & distributed functional teams
• Supervised iOS, Android, and API integration, ensuring architecture scalability and SLA adherence
• Championed Agile practices across 11-member cross-functional team, strengthening ceremonies and backlog management
• Deployed risk dashboards in Azure DevOps, improving predictability by 25% and accelerating executive decision-making
• Conducted daily standups to resolve blockers and maintain team alignment in fast-paced rollout
• Built transparent reporting frameworks that increased visibility for executive leadership
Technical Manager
10/2018 - 07/2023
Expeed Software , Kochi
• Directed 10+ enterprise programs spanning cloud/mobile/web for U.S. clients, consistently delivering on time and within budget
• Drove end-to-end lifecycle from RFP (4–5 annually), proposal design, and execution through deployment
• Managed and mentored a 13-member engineering group, increasing productivity by 20% via training & reviews
• Institutionalized standardized PMO processes, lowering project delays by 30%
• Enabled SOC 2 Type II certification implementation across U.S. client projects
• Spearheaded Azure adoption, Microsoft certification campaigns (30+ achieved), and modernization initiatives
Manager – Projects/Delivery
11/2017 - 09/2018
Abzer Technologies , Kochi
• Managed 3–4 Agile projects concurrently, improving velocity, predictability, and client satisfaction
• Standardized release closure processes, reducing deployment issues by 20%
• Formalized risks/mitigations, enhancing stakeholder trust in delivery performance
Project Manager
10/2015 - 01/2017
Naico ITs , Kochi
• Acted as Scrum Master for .NET/mobile projects, improving sprint velocity by 25% through optimized backlog and capacity planning
• Implemented Jira dashboards and roadmap transparency, improving executive-level visibility
Manager
03/2009 - 03/2015
MSI Soft Solutions , Kochi
• Directed SharePoint and .NET programs, reducing defects by 30% with architectural/QA interventions
• Oversaw project lifecycle (architecture, estimates, HLD/LLD, reviews, QA), balancing scope, resourcing, and delivery
• Played a pivotal role in pre-sales efforts, converting bids into client wins with competitive proposals
• Championed cross-functional collaboration (dev, QA, creative) that streamlined delivery documentation
Consultant
04/2007 - 03/2009
Polaris Software Labs , Chennai
• Delivered SharePoint solutions for high-profile clients such as World Bank & Government projects
• Represented Microsoft India as technical liaison for central government engagement
• Ensured on-time deployments with 100% adherence to release schedules
Senior Application Developer
01/2004 - 01/2007
Omnex India
Programmer
01/2003 - 01/2004
Ahalia Information Systems
Programmer
01/2001 - 01/2003
Netri

EDUCATION

MCA
01/2001
Madurai Kamaraj University
BCom
01/1998
Calicut University

SKILLS

CERTIFICATIONS

PMP – Project Management Professional
PMI
Scrum Master Professional (SMP)
SCRUMVersity
HIPAA for Business Associates
HIPAA Exams

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