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Urvi Gala

Calgary,AB

Summary

Forward-thinking Manager with comprehensive experience implementing new processes and managing and planning innovations. Bringing outstanding problem-solving and abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of policies and procedures. Polished in evaluating employee performance and overseeing key projects.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager, Web Engineering

O2E Brands
Remote
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed a team of 11 web developers, overseeing the entire lifecycle of Drupal projects from inception to delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Conducted interviews and successfully hired Drupal developers, contributing to the growth and expertise of the team.
  • Directed cross-functional collaboration to align technical solutions with strategic goals.
  • Engaged with 3rd party contractors, overseeing their work and ensuring successful project outcomes.
  • Drove the adoption of best practices, optimizing team performance and achieving top-tier results.
  • Mentored and trained team members, fostering their professional development.
  • Devised and executed SEO strategies, aligning technical roadmaps with stakeholders' goals.
  • Strategized and executed A/B tests, personalized experiences, and geo-location implementations.
  • Orchestrated website overhauls to enhance SEO alignment and frontend development.
  • Successfully conducted research, engaged with vendors, reviewed contracts, and negotiated terms.
  • Reviewed Statements of Work (SOWs) and Master Service Agreements (MSA), presenting for signing with the VP.

Technical Lead, Drupal

O2E Brands
Remote
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Lead and manage a team of 4 Drupal Developers, providing mentorship and coaching in development practices, problem-solving, and strategic implementation.
  • Enforce best practices protocols to ensure optimal development standards within the team.
  • Drive continuous integration and continuous delivery processes to enhance efficiency and project delivery.
  • Spearhead a Drupal migration project from initial planning to successful implementation.
  • Successfully implemented technical SEO strategies for Drupal websites, resulting in improved site performance and enhanced search engine visibility.
  • Conducted technical audits, identified and resolved on-page SEO issues, and optimized site structures to achieve improved indexing.

Lead Developer

Simple Simple Advertising
Calgary, AB
05.2018 - 12.2021
  • Orchestrated end-to-end solutions for multiple Drupal/WordPress sites, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and establishing comprehensive guidelines for both frontend and backend development.
  • Proficient in all aspects of Drupal, including module creation, service implementation, third-party integration, and migrations.
  • Utilized React and various frontend libraries to enhance user experiences within the Drupal environment.
  • Implemented technical SEO strategies for Drupal websites, enhancing site performance and search engine visibility.
  • Conducted technical audits, identified and resolved on-page SEO issues, and optimized site structures for improved indexing.
  • Engaged in thorough code reviews, consistently advocating for team excellence.

Education

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - COMPUTERS

University of Mumbai
08.2015

Skills

  • Drupal (7, 8, 9)
  • PHP
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Javascript
  • Technical SEO
  • Team Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Technical Architecture
  • Problem Solving
  • A/B Testing
  • Website Personalization
  • CI/CD

Certification

  • Acquia certified Drupal Site Builder 2015.
  • Acquia certified Developer 2019 Drupal 8

Timeline

Manager, Web Engineering

O2E Brands
01.2023 - Current

Technical Lead, Drupal

O2E Brands
01.2022 - 12.2022

Lead Developer

Simple Simple Advertising
05.2018 - 12.2021

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - COMPUTERS

University of Mumbai
  • Acquia certified Drupal Site Builder 2015.
  • Acquia certified Developer 2019 Drupal 8
Urvi Gala