A seasoned IT leader with over 14 years of demonstrated expertise in guiding cross-functional teams to successfully manage large-scale IT projects. Possesses extensive experience in both startup environments and fast-paced agile settings. Extensive experience in delivery management within the service industry. Proven track record of driving strategic initiatives, optimizing delivery processes, and ensuring exceptional client satisfaction.Proficient in leading and mentoring large, multidisciplinary engineering teams across remote locations, driving efficiency and innovation in software development.Resourceful in leading and monitoring projects with respect to time, cost, resource deployment and quality compliance to ensure satisfactory execution.Highly skilled in driving agile transformations, expertise in project delivery utilizing Agile development methodologies, coupled with an in-depth comprehension of Agile frameworks, practices, and tools.Driven and decisive with passion for building and retaining highly effective teams. Excellent Interpersonal communication collaboration & team building skills with proficiency at grasping new technical concepts quickly and utilizing the same in a productive mannerExpertise in spearheading complex Software Testing Projects, Testing Center of Excellence set-up for many Clients in Finance, private equity and Investment banking domain.Leading QA efforts by identifying areas for improvement, implementing and monitoring adherence to processes along with managing/discussing process changes with management. Responsible for setting up quality process and QA metrics across the QA team to help in measuring the efficiencies in different areas and work on the improvements which have come as a outcome of those process.Proven ability in talent acquisition, leadership development, and talent retention, cultivating high-performing teams capable of delivering exceptional engineering solutions.Specialties: People Management, Project Management, Delivery Management,Strategic Planning and ExecutionTeam Leadership and DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementProcess Improvement and OptimizationStakeholder Engagement and CommunicationFinancial Management and BudgetingRisk Management and MitigationCross-Functional CollaborationProblem-Solving and Decision-MakingQuality EngineeringDefining Testing Methodologies, Standards, Guidelines, and Testing tools. Formulate test strategies for newer testing approaches and new engagements.CMMI Process implementation, Defect Metrics Analysis and Prevention