Kshitij Sharma
Austin,TX
Summary
Transformational Technology Executive with extensive leadership experience and a strong track record of effective strategy development and practical execution competencies. Expertise in forming top-notch teams recognized for alignment with business needs and deploying integrated solutions that enable revenue growth, reduce operating costs, and drive benefits to the bottom line.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Software Engineering Director
Empower
01.2022 - Current
- Directed and Managed Money Out technology teams for successful execution and support of multi-billion dollar acquisitions of MASS MUTUAL's and PRUDENTIAL's retirement services business by EMPOWER
- Conceptualized and Implemented Fee upgrade project, adding 20 Million USD per year to Empower's revenue, receiving accolades from Empower's CEO
- Directed multiple technology teams to enhance Empower's product capabilities for Multi Employer retirement plans and Pooled Employer retirement Plans, facilitating new lines of business
- Modernized Federal and State Taxation of participant withdrawals from retirement accounts, saving Empower USD 80,000 -100,000.00 annually in implementation costs
- Managed team to create In-house Test Data preparation application, saving USD 150,000.00 annually by avoiding hiring outside Vendor
- Implemented streamlined process changes to reduce backlog in open Systems request queues, significantly improving customer satisfaction
- Led project to rewrite Empower's Job descriptions for IT roles, earning accolades from CIO and leaders
- Orchestrated management of multiple technology teams, overseeing backend and front-end technologies across legacy and modern stacks
- Provided strategic insights for Money Out Value Stream's software platform capabilities, collaborating closely with stakeholders
- Directed recruitment process, ensured selection of top talent, and optimized resource allocation for contract IT workers.
IT Delivery Manager
Voya Financials
09.2015 - 01.2022
- Manage IT delivery for large (over 250M) and mid-market (10M - 250M) new client installations, ensuring successful project execution and alignment with organizational goals
- Streamlined operations between business and IT project teams, overseeing requirement documentation, code delivery, UAT, signoff, and production installation to increase revenue by 20%.
- Lead system design and architectural changes to support new client business requirements, driving innovation and scalability
- Manage various IT teams, including Core Omni, MF COBOL Dev team, Database, Statements/Confirms, and Digital Apps teams, to develop sustainable solutions and achieve operational excellence
- Coordinate project kickoff meetings, timeline planning, and requirement changes, ensuring smooth project execution and timely delivery of high-quality solutions.
Sr. Software Developer
Citigroup Payco III(DBA Citistreet) / ING U.S.( Formerly Voya Financial.)
01.2008 - 08.2015
- Customize Omniplus system using backend modules and tools such as Omni Script, Micro Focus COBOL, and Shell Script to automate client business needs
- Manage code deployment through test environments, addressing defects and obtaining QA sign-off before moving changes to production.
Software Engineer
Sagarsoft Inc. (Client: Citigroup Payco III(DBA Citistreet))
10.2007 - 06.2008
- Research and analyze retirement benefit systems and plan administration for Sagarsoft's multi-million dollar clients
- Created technical design documents for IT enhancements in the Omniplus 5.2 system and developed code for Omniplus and payroll interface enhancements
- Create management reports using Omniscript and execute unit test plans to ensure code quality.
Software Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions
03.2004 - 10.2007
- Led projects and bridged the gap between business users and IT teams for MHRIS/ACS and Hartford Life Insurance in retirement benefits administration
- Developed complex software solutions for Defined Benefit (DB) and Defined Contribution (DC) retirement plans
- Provided unique software design solutions and automated management reports using Omniscript.
Education
Bachelors of Engineering - Computer Science And Engineering
Institute of Technology And Management
Madhya Pradesh, India08.2003
Skills
- Databases: Oracle, MS Access, Microsoft SQL Server, DB2, VSAM
- Tools/ Applications Omniplus/ Adminweb, HP Quality Center, MS Project, Microsoft VISIO, Microsoft Excel (VBA), Microsoft Word, Microsoft SharePoint, Service Now, Version one, Lotus Notes, Clearcase, Clear quest, IBM TWS and Autosys ( scheduling)
- Operating Systems Microsoft Windows, Mainframe, Linux
- Languages: JAVA, Pro C, COBOL, Omniscript, MF COBOL, SQL, Excel VBA, JCL, COBOL, Shell and Perl script
- Leadership and team management
- Strategic planning and execution
- Project management
- Agile methodologies
- Process improvement
- Cross-functional collaboration
Certification
- Certified Scrum Master 2021
- LOMA AAPA 2007
- Empower - Enterprise Leadership Certification Program 2023
Timeline
Software Engineering Director
Empower
01.2022 - Current
IT Delivery Manager
Voya Financials
09.2015 - 01.2022
Sr. Software Developer
Citigroup Payco III(DBA Citistreet) / ING U.S.( Formerly Voya Financial.)
01.2008 - 08.2015
Software Engineer
Sagarsoft Inc. (Client: Citigroup Payco III(DBA Citistreet))
10.2007 - 06.2008
Software Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions
03.2004 - 10.2007
Bachelors of Engineering - Computer Science And Engineering
Institute of Technology And Management
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