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Jiju Jose Mathews K

Jiju Jose Mathews K

Calgary, AB , Canada,Alberta

Summary

  • Result oriented professional with 18+ years of IT experience in leading software development teams on IT projects [Financial, Retail, Telecom etc.] that includes all phases of software life cycle.
  • PMP certified with Project Management and Operations Strategy Consulting experience in managing projects up to USD 5M, driving growth, reducing costs, improving operations, and successfully creating solutions for complex business problems.
  • Experience in delivering Agile projects[8+ years], thus saving up to 40% of total spent in the delivery.
  • Proven ability to conduct accurate need-based analysis giving attention to detail, handling multiple projects, solving problems, conducting interviews, building teams and multitasking.
  • Dedicated and self-motivated achiever with positive attitude.
  • Extensive hands-on experience in implementing software quality/security processes and audits.
  • Result oriented team player with experience in working in a challenging work environment.
  • Experience in working on solution proposals up to 40M CAD as client solution manager for major telecom client in Canada.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project/Portfolio Manager

IBM
02.2020 - 12.2022
  • Led team of 9 resources in migration of talent platform to IBM Openshift Cloud, ensuring smooth transition and minimal disruption to client operations
  • Utilized analytical skills to determine best approach for migrating platform and implementing new features
  • Utilized knowledge of architectural frameworks and design principles to ensure platform was optimized for scalability and security in cloud environment
  • Worked closely with 8+ different teams across geographies to ensure seamless integration of new features and functionalities
  • Implemented new features and functionalities to enhance platform's performance and user experience, using augmented intelligence and automation to deliver optimal candidate care.
  • Integrated platform with Workday, Taleo, and Successfactors to deliver optimal results
  • Led sprint reviews, daily scrums and planning meetings to realize full team engagement.
  • Managed product backlog and supported Scrum framework for monthly sprint releases.
  • Facilitated portfolio performance review and implemented new strategies.

Program Manager/Change Manager

IBM
12.2018 - 01.2020
  • Managed large-scale IT project of 200+ head count for major rail transportation company in Germany, overseeing operations, maintenance, and major enhancements in project mode, project was aligned with IBM Infrastructure as service, hosting all client systems and networks, was responsible for executing projects and SRs in adherence to SLAs and providing program-level coordination and reporting.,
  • Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
  • Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals

Agile Project Manager/Scrum Master

IBM
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Managed 2 scrum teams of various domains in leading telecommunications company in USA, leading transformation of existing global database layers to new microservices based layers. Acted as Scrum Master/Coach for adoption and implementation of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) approach within domain teams.
  • Collaborated with product owners, team members, technologists and other scrum masters to define solutions and drive progress.
  • Facilitated Scrum framework – sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily scrums, sprint reviews and sprint retrospectives.

Client Solution Manager

IBM
10.2015 - 12.2017
  • Managed project of 10+ resources for leading telecommunications company in Canada, where worked as Solution Manager for team of Business Analysts and Tech to identify, analyze and document business requirements to enhance functionality of ordering management framework which included IBM's SimpleOrder application and Web services, was responsible for working with team to understand client's specific needs and develop solutions to improve functionality of their ordering system. Additionally, played key role in managing overall project from start to finish, including coordinating with other teams and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of project

Program Manager

IBM
01.2014 - 10.2015
  • Managed large-scale projects(1000+) in telecommunications company's Ethernet program, overseeing all phases of project from initiation to delivery. Developed comprehensive work plans, integrated project schedules, resource plans, and status reports to ensure successful project execution.
  • Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
  • Monitored progress of programs, using and applying programming documents, program directives, funding documents and other program material.

Developer

IBM
02.2011 - 01.2014
  • Led development and enhancement of software solution for leading retail company in USA to increase efficiency at point of sale, which improve decision-making across enterprise, and assist operators in delivering outstanding customer service
  • Led application enhancements and support for leading financial institution in UK, which operates largest multi-currency cash settlement system, core application improves operational efficiency by efficiently settling payment instructions related to trades executed in multiple currencies.
  • Revised, modularized and updated old code bases to modern development standards, reducing operating costs and improving functionality.

Developer

IBM
09.2007 - 11.2010
  • Worked on development and support of software solutions for leading grocery retail chain in Canada, focused on improving efficiency at point of sale and enhancing functionality of back office systems.
  • Led team which involved in maintaining and supporting 30+ IBM Canada www/w3 sites and upgrade to latest IBM standards etc. for IBM Canada Web Portfolio
  • Debugged and troubleshot POS for clients, solving technical issues quickly and accurately.

Developer

IBM
07.2004 - 08.2007
  • Led software enhancements and support for leading data services business' management information system, which was used for order processing, billing, exchange reporting, helpdesk and technical support for products dealing with information mainly from stock exchanges and research institutions.
  • Led software enhancements and support for leading telecom company's data billing application in Australia, covering various modules such as account provisioning, usage rating, billing, reporting, remittance, and revenue assurance & content management in various initiatives.
  • Designed, developed and implemented software based on analyzed requirements and understanding of industry technical standards.
  • Performed integration testing before deploying applications.

Education

B.Tech - Electrical And Electronics Engineering

MG University
Kottayam
05.2002

Skills

  • Project Management, Program Management, People Management Business Operations
  • Strategy Consulting, Problem solving, Data analysis, Lean
  • Risk Management, Financial Management, Forecasting, Estimation & Pricing
  • Team Building & Mentoring, Decision Making, Negotiation Vendor Management

Certification

November 2022 | Project Management Professional PMP

January 2020 | Certified SAFe DevOps Practitioner

August 2018 | Certified SAFe 4 Agilist

September 2017 | ITIL Foundation Certification

August 2017 | Certified Scrum Product Owner

November 2016 | IBM Associate Project Manager

July 2014 | Certified ScrumMaster

October 2014 | IBM Certified Solution Advisor - Cloud Computing Architecture V3

Accomplishments

  • Conducted a Lean Six sigma Project for IBM Canada Account
  • Conducted and Participated IBM Liquid Events, Code Hackathon Events

Affiliations

Project Management Institute (PMI), Scrum Alliance

Timeline

Project/Portfolio Manager

IBM
02.2020 - 12.2022

Program Manager/Change Manager

IBM
12.2018 - 01.2020

Agile Project Manager/Scrum Master

IBM
01.2018 - 12.2018

Client Solution Manager

IBM
10.2015 - 12.2017

Program Manager

IBM
01.2014 - 10.2015

Developer

IBM
02.2011 - 01.2014

Developer

IBM
09.2007 - 11.2010

Developer

IBM
07.2004 - 08.2007

B.Tech - Electrical And Electronics Engineering

MG University
Jiju Jose Mathews K