DHANYA MENON

Senior Technology Manager with extensive experience at Selective Insurance, specializing in data platforms. Proven track record in leading teams to enhance application performance and implement strategic initiatives. Expertise in leveraging Informatica PowerCenter, Databricks, SQL Server, Power BI, Cognos to develop solutions that foster collaboration and drive innovation. Results-driven Senior Application Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in strategic planning, application development, and team leadership. Excel in problem-solving, communication, and adaptability, ensuring seamless project execution and innovation in software management processes.

• PMP: Project Management Professional
• Azure AZ-900 Certification: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
• Safe 5 Agilist: Scaled Agile Framework Agilist
• Safe 5 Product Manager: Scaled Agile Framework Product Manager

• Team Leadership: Currently managing a team of 7 employees and 3 consultants. Have promoted team members to ITS Team Lead, ITS Tech Application Specialist, Sr. Application Developer (2 resources), and Application Developer. Provided feedback and put 2 resources through PIP, with one resource successfully transitioned.
• Project Management: Successfully led key projects such as Marklogic Decommission, CIA Project Execution, roll-back and roll-forward, Apptio Implementation for ITFM, Reserving Analytics, Convr/Data Prefill Project, and Databricks Implementation.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Worked with internal stakeholders in Actuarial, CX, FP&A, ITFM,Internal Audit, Legal and other internal teams.
• Vendor Management: Managed relationships with vendors for Apptio, Convr, and Databricks implementations.
• Budget Management: Supported the manager in monthly forecasting activities and participated in department reviews.