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Anand Suresh

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Seasoned and highly motivated management professional with comprehensive record of overseeing software development projects by leveraging extensive experience in coordinating various complex technical projects from ideation to successful completion. Proven success in administering multifaceted projects in collaboration with cross-functional teams for successful outcomes. Adept at leading daily Scrum activities and managing offshore development teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions. Exceptional ability to generate detailed requirements documentation and conduct thorough code reviews, focusing on automation and optimization of performance. Recognized for exceptional leadership and organizational skills, with strong focus on maintaining high coding standards and optimizing data management. Certified AWS Associate Solutions Architect with robust understanding of various AWS Systems and infrastructure. Skilled in doubling project acquisitions by showcasing company value to clients, enhancing internal development, DevOps, and security processes, and elevating client interactions through strategic implementation of DevSecOps. Results-driven Senior Technical Project Manager known for exceptional productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in agile project management, risk mitigation strategies, and cross-functional team leadership. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring successful project outcomes by leveraging these soft skills effectively.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr Technical Project Manager|Contractor to Amazon

Practical Logix Inc.
Pasadena
08.2016 - Current
  • Directed various projects from inception to completion by working closely with cross-functional groups, achieving favorable outcomes.
  • Oversaw major projects as primary contact with top-tier tech clients at Practical Logix.
  • Lead daily Scrum activities, and effectively manage offshore development teams. Facilitate monthly or bi-weekly sprint planning in close collaboration with clients to align with requirements.
  • Conduct Sprint retrospectives at conclusion of each sprint to assess key aspects focusing on areas for improvement.
  • Orchestrate the release of web-based applications through CI-based pipelines on GitLab and Bitbucket. Coordinate the release of mobile applications through TestFlight, App Store Connect, and Google Play Console.
  • Served as primary liaison for Amazon MGM Studios, overseeing comprehensive project coordination.
  • Maintain open and efficient communication channels to facilitate smooth project workflows.
  • Generate technical requirements documentation through comprehensive discovery processes, auditing existing assets, and engaging with clients to assess project objectives, system compatibility, architecture, and server specifications.
  • Serve integral role in scoping, planning, and executing projects, including the regular conduct of code reviews and assessments of existing components and workflows, with a strong focus on automation to optimize performance.
  • Contribute to design and architecture of various third-party SDKs for iOS and Android applications.
  • Ensure timely delivery of project deliverables to clients and execute project management within Agile framework, utilizing Scrum and Kanban methodologies.
  • Employ infrastructure as code principles using Terraform and CloudFormation templates to streamline deployment processes.
  • Serve as an essential resource in a robust partnership, governed by a multimillion-dollar service agreement, encompassing maintenance, enhancements, and groundbreaking developments.
  • Ensure seamless execution and high-quality solution delivery, pivotal in fostering sustained growth and success for both entities.
  • Partnered with Amazon Security engineers to reinforce systems using advanced cybersecurity practices.

Software Developer - Intern

Practical Logix Inc.
Pasadena
06.2015 - 09.2015
  • Managed libraries using Cocoapods for streamlined library management
  • Implemented Auto Layout for ensuring adaptability to varying screen sizes, enhancing application's responsiveness
  • Designed and constructed extensions for Today Widget and Watch App, aimed at expanding app's functionality
  • Incorporated Google DFP and related adapters to monetize applications with ads, optimizing revenue generation
  • Practiced Agile project management methodologies, actively participating in daily Scrum activities and effectively managing offshore development teams while also contributing to development efforts
  • Collaborated within team to architect, develop, and thoroughly test applications
  • Integrated Apple Push Notifications to enhance user engagement and communication
  • Utilized AFNetworking to retrieve and parse JSON data from Middleware for enhancing data integration capabilities
  • Leveraged various tools, such as Charles for comprehensive testing, analysis, and detection of Middleware responses
  • Employed various analytics frameworks, including Omniture and Comscore, for comprehensive data analysis and insights

Application Developer

Tech Mahindra Limited
Bangalore
01.2012 - 05.2014
  • Managed database operations, creating multiple stored procedures and functions using SQL/PLSQL for efficient data management
  • Deployed and extended customer support during release events when necessary
  • Exhibited exceptional leadership, accountability, and consistently upheld high coding standards
  • Earned recognition as top performer in department for exceptional contributions and achievements
  • Played pivotal role in architecting, developing, and rigorously testing mission-critical web applications within tight timelines
  • Collaborated closely with Project Management Office to conduct thorough requirement and impact analyses for ensuring alignment with rapid Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Education

Master of Science - Computer Science

California State University
Los Angeles
06-2016

Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Visvesvaraya Technological University
Bangalore, India
07-2011

Skills

  • Technical Project Management
  • Technical leadership
  • Product management
  • Technical project planning
  • Project budget allocation
  • Product roadmapping
  • System architecture
  • Vendor relationship management
  • DevOps principles
  • Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Requirements Analysis and Documentation
  • Agile & Scrum Methodologies
  • Code Review & Optimization
  • AWS Services Proficiency
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Client Relationship Management
  • API integration
  • Continuous integration
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Cybersecurity best practices

Timeline

Sr Technical Project Manager|Contractor to Amazon

Practical Logix Inc.
08.2016 - Current

Software Developer - Intern

Practical Logix Inc.
06.2015 - 09.2015

Application Developer

Tech Mahindra Limited
01.2012 - 05.2014

Master of Science - Computer Science

California State University

Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Visvesvaraya Technological University

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