Amith Raj
@amithraj
Passionate Scrum Master dedicated to driving Agile excellence.
What I'm looking for
I am a passionate Scrum Master with over 6 years of experience in facilitating Agile transformations and driving high-performing teams to deliver exceptional results. My journey in the IT industry has equipped me with the skills to foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer-centricity within cross-functional teams. I am dedicated to championing Agile principles and values, helping organizations thrive in dynamic and competitive markets.
Throughout my career, I have successfully guided cross-functional teams through Agile methodologies and frameworks, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean. My proven track record includes training over 160 team members, resulting in a 30% increase in project efficiency and a 25% reduction in project delivery times. I am committed to empowering teams to be self-organizing and cross-functional, ensuring adherence to Scrum processes and principles while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Scrum Master/Agile Coach
Virtusa
Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)
Led Agile transformations for cross-functional teams at Bank of New York Mellon and Openreach. Developed training materials and conducted workshops on Jira and Confluence, resulting in significant improvements in project efficiency and team collaboration.
Project Manager/Program Manager
CNSI, Dell
Jan 2022 - Feb 2022 (1 month)
Managed end-to-end project lifecycles, defined requirements, and coordinated with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of services. Facilitated meetings and prepared project reports for executive committees.
Scrum Master
McAfee
Feb 2021 - Mar 2021 (1 month)
Facilitated Scrum meetings and managed a team of 33 individuals, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across teams. Worked closely with Product Owners to strategize priorities and improve team performance.
Scrum Master
IDS Software Solutions
Jan 2020 - Feb 2021 (1 year 1 month)
Facilitated Scrum meetings and coached teams on Agile methodologies. Improved team dynamics and productivity by adapting Scrum practices to meet organizational needs.
Scrum Master
Merck (Sigma Aldrich)
Jan 2012 - Jan 2018 (6 years)
Implemented Agile Scrum methodology across the organization, enhancing communication and transparency among teams. Mentored teams to increase velocity and deliver sprint goals effectively.
Scrum Master
Tata Consultancy Services
Jan 2010 - Jan 2012 (2 years)
Created and managed activities for SAP AG campaigns, ensuring effective data management and client interaction. Supported teams in understanding business requirements and improving CRM functionalities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Karnataka State Open University
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
2010 - 2016
Pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) part-time, enhancing skills in strategic management, finance, and marketing.
Bangalore University
Bachelor of Business Management, Business Management
2007 - 2010
Completed Bachelor of Business Management (BBM) with a focus on business principles, management practices, and organizational behavior.
Department of Pre-University Education
Pre-University Certificate, Pre-University Education
2005 - 2007
Completed pre-university education, focusing on subjects relevant to business and management studies.
Central Board of Secondary Education
High School Diploma, Secondary Education
2000 - 2005
Completed secondary education with a focus on foundational subjects, preparing for higher education.
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Software and tools used professionally
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