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Ramya Karthik Narayanan

Summary

Seasoned Scrum Master with 4 years of progressive experience in Agile methodologies and a solid foundation in HR project management. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams, driving Agile transformations, and delivering high-impact projects. Known for fostering collaboration, resolving impediments, and optimizing team performance to achieve business goals effectively.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Scrum Master

Randstad Canada (End Client – Cisco)
05.2021 - 03.2024
  • Facilitated Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
  • Mentored and coached team members on Agile best practices, enhancing productivity and ensuring adherence to Scrum framework principles
  • Collaborated closely with Product Owners to refine product backlog, prioritize user stories, and ensure alignment with business objectives
  • Implemented Agile metrics and tracking tools to monitor team progress, sprint velocity, and other key performance indicators
  • Led Agile transformation initiatives, guiding teams and stakeholders through process improvements and cultural changes.

Project Management Analyst

Mosaic Solutions
12.2020 - 05.2021
  • Planned and coordinated project activities, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints
  • Conducted project feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify potential project challenges and develop mitigation strategies
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables
  • Monitored project progress and prepared regular status reports for stakeholders, highlighting key milestones and issues
  • Utilized project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana) to track tasks, allocate resources, and manage project documentation
  • Facilitated meetings and workshops to gather requirements, communicate project updates, and resolve issues effectively.

HR Project Manager

UCAL Fuel Systems, India
05.2011 - 03.2018
  • Managed full lifecycle of HR projects including recruitment drives, employee onboarding, training programs, and policy implementations
  • Developed project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring projects were delivered on schedule and within budget constraints
  • Conducted stakeholder meetings to gather requirements, communicate project status updates, and solicit feedback for continuous improvement
  • Utilized project management tools and methodologies to track milestones, identify risks, and proactively resolve issues.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Management -

Institute for Financial Management and Research, Chennai
01.2011

Bachelor of Engineering -

Anna University, Chennai
01.2009

Skills

  • Agile Methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
  • Team Facilitation and Coaching
  • Sprint Planning and Execution
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Agile Metrics and Reporting
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Project Planning and Execution
  • Risk Management
  • Communication and Presentation Skills

Certification

Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

Timeline

Scrum Master

Randstad Canada (End Client – Cisco)
05.2021 - 03.2024

Project Management Analyst

Mosaic Solutions
12.2020 - 05.2021

HR Project Manager

UCAL Fuel Systems, India
05.2011 - 03.2018

Post Graduate Diploma in Management -

Institute for Financial Management and Research, Chennai

Bachelor of Engineering -

Anna University, Chennai
Ramya Karthik Narayanan