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Hafeez-ul Wahab

@hafeezulwahab

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Experienced Programme Delivery Manager with a focus on cloud migrations.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers opportunities for leadership, innovation, and professional growth in a collaborative environment.

I am a committed professional with over 20 years of extensive experience in Project, Programme, and Release management, specializing in both Waterfall and Agile methodologies. My career reflects a strong dedication to delivering mission-critical projects on time and within budget, showcasing my ability to lead cohesive teams towards achieving individual and organizational goals. I possess excellent communication skills and a proactive management style, which has allowed me to build strong relationships with stakeholders and clients alike.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed complex projects, including AWS cloud migrations and the implementation of observability tools like Datadog. My technical expertise spans across various domains, including Cyber Security, Load Testing, and Cloud Operations. I have a proven track record of improving operational processes, enhancing service delivery, and driving digital transformation initiatives. My passion for coaching and mentoring has enabled me to empower teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Programme Delivery Manager

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D|OPS Digital

Jun 2022 - Present (3 years)

As a Programme Delivery Manager for London Stock Exchange, I led AWS cloud migrations, ensuring minimal downtime and smooth transitions. Managed project timelines and deliverables in an Agile environment, conducted training for internal teams, and facilitated agile ceremonies to improve team performance.

AWS Agile Cloud Project Management Datadog Scrum Training Stakeholder Management Risk Mitigation Continuous Integration

DevOps Build / Release Manager

Proximus Belgium

Jan 2021 - May 2022 (1 year 4 months)

Responsible for the delivery of Oracle-based bespoke applications, managing releases from scope to deployment. Improved conventional workflows by implementing automation tools, enhancing collaboration between development and testing teams.

DevOps Release Management Automation Confluence Oracle Testing Agile Collaboration Risk Management

Delivery / Release / Programme Manager

Vodafone Group Enterprise

May 2018 - Dec 2020 (2 years 7 months)

Managed release and deployment of various platforms, including cloud migration and security audits. Coordinated bi-weekly sprint releases and ensured adherence to Agile methodologies, driving timely risk mitigation and stakeholder communication.

Release Management Cloud Agile Security Auditing Risk Mitigation Service Management Performance Testing Continuous Improvement

Director, EMEA Cloud Operations

Saba Software (UK) Ltd

Apr 2012 - Jul 2013 (1 year 3 months)

Oversaw cloud operations and deployments for Human Capital Management applications, managing data centers and improving service levels through strict monitoring systems. Led data privacy audits and managed escalations 24x7.

Cloud Operations Data Center Service Management Monitoring Data Privacy Risk Management Escalation Management Performance Tuning Disaster Recovery

Lead Support and Services Consultant & Project Manager

Saba Software (UK) Ltd

Dec 2004 - May 2008 (3 years 5 months)

Managed implementations and migrations of Human Capital Management applications, focusing on load testing and capacity planning. Provided consultancy services and technical support to various clients across Europe.