Almas GhazianiAG
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Almas Ghaziani

@almasghaziani

Seasoned Project Delivery Manager with expertise in Agile methodologies.

Pakistan

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and values Agile methodologies, with opportunities for leadership and professional growth.

I am a seasoned Project Delivery Manager and Certified Scrum Master with over 17 years of experience in IT and banking technology implementations. My expertise lies in Agile Project Management, Scrum, Business Analysis, and Quality Assurance. I have a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and managing enterprise-level banking projects, particularly in corporate cash management and transaction banking.

Throughout my career, I have successfully implemented core banking systems and managed large-scale projects that align with regulatory frameworks such as AML and KYC. I excel in stakeholder management and have a strong understanding of payment processing systems, including SEPA and SWIFT. My commitment to continuous improvement and high performance has driven digital transformation across various banking channels.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

TE

Consulting Project Manager

Techno

Oct 2023 - Jan 2024 (3 months)

Managed the initiation and planning phase of a project for Post Bank Bulgaria. Delivered project plans, risk registers, and coordinated activities among team members. Successfully negotiated timelines and resource allocations with clients.

FR

Scrum Master

Freelance

Mar 2023 - Oct 2023 (7 months)

Facilitated Agile transformation by coaching development teams on Scrum best practices. Managed product backlog and led Agile ceremonies to enhance team collaboration and delivery efficiency. Developed Scrum Boards to track project progress and optimized team productivity through backlog prioritization.

HL

Project Manager / Scrum Master

Habib Bank Limited

Dec 2017 - Feb 2023 (5 years 2 months)

Led end-to-end project delivery for corporate payment systems and core banking implementations. Managed enterprise Agile projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborated with stakeholders to define product backlogs and oversaw full project lifecycles.

HL

IT Quality Assurance Manager

Habib Bank Limited

Dec 2014 - Nov 2017 (2 years 11 months)

Established the quality assurance department for IT at the bank. Defined UAT plans, tracked test cases, and implemented JIRA as a quality management tool. Participated in change management board meetings for system evaluations.

NC

Manager Quality Assurance

National Data Consultants

Oct 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year 2 months)

Defined and implemented software quality assurance standards and processes. Involved in planning, executing, and monitoring software quality assurance activities. Worked closely with business analysts to analyze bugs and solutions.

AC

Product Owner / Business Analyst

Assurety Consulting

Mar 2013 - Oct 2013 (7 months)

Represented stakeholders by analyzing requirements and translating them into user stories. Managed product backlogs and facilitated discussions during release planning and sprint meetings.

WS

Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Workforce Software

Feb 2011 - Jul 2012 (1 year 5 months)

Conducted software quality assurance testing and analysis. Collaborated with development teams to ensure quality standards were met throughout the software development lifecycle.

CC

Software Quality Assurance Analyst

Creative Chaos

Apr 2007 - May 2009 (2 years 1 month)

Analyzed software quality assurance processes and executed testing plans. Worked with teams to identify and resolve defects in software applications.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

MU

Muhammad Ali Jinnah University

Master of Science, Software Engineering

2003 - 2005

Completed a Master of Science in Software Engineering, focusing on advanced software development methodologies, project management, and quality assurance practices.

UK

University of Karachi

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

2000 - 2003

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, covering fundamental concepts in programming, data structures, algorithms, and software development.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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