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Mehul Patel

@mehulpatel

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Innovative, result-oriented professional with 20 years of SDLC experience

India

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What I'm looking for

Looking for a challenging role that leverages my leadership and technical skills to drive innovation and growth in a dynamic organization.

Mehul Patel is a seasoned professional with a strong background in leading delivery, teams, and stakeholder engagement. With 20 years of experience in SDLC, he has developed expertise in performance management, COE initiatives, and process innovation. Mehul has a proven track record of delivering projects on time, on budget, and on spec for Fortune 500 and conglomerate industries.

As a skilled leader, Mehul has successfully driven incremental innovations in processes and tools. He has conducted product demonstrations and POCs for prestigious global customers and has a deep understanding of mapping business requirements to initiate and implement processes. Mehul is a team player with exceptional planning and leadership skills, able to liaise between business and technical areas to achieve project deliverables.

With a strong motivational and leadership style, Mehul has managed teams of over 250 resources and has a proven ability to identify, understand, and prioritize urgent issues. He has handled conflicts and has exposure to quality assurance initiatives and operational excellence activities.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Head of Engineering

Current

Uplers

Aug 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Leading engineering teams and overseeing project delivery for HR-Tech platforms, ensuring reliable and efficient hiring processes.

Leadership Project Management HR Tech Agile Methodologies Stakeholder Engagement

Current

Head of Engineering

Current

Uplers

Aug 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Leading the engineering team to develop HR-Tech platforms, ensuring reliable and efficient hiring processes. Responsible for overseeing project delivery and team performance.

Leadership Project Management HR Tech Team Management Agile Methodologies Stakeholder Engagement Performance Management Process Innovation Delivery Management

Trainee/Jr. Developer

Adiance Technology Pvt Ltd

Jan 2005 - Jan 2006 (1 year)

Gained foundational experience in software development and project management while supporting senior developers.

Software Development Team Collaboration Agile Methodologies Technical Support Learning

Trainee/Jr. Developer

Adiance Technology Pvt Ltd

Jan 2005 - Jan 2007 (2 years)

Gained foundational experience in software development, contributing to various projects and learning industry best practices.

Software Development Programming Team Collaboration Agile Methodologies Problem Solving Communication Skills

Sr. Developer / Project Leader

Concept Infoway Pvt Ltd

Dec 2006 - Aug 2008 (1 year 8 months)

Led development projects and coordinated with teams to deliver software solutions, focusing on quality and client satisfaction.

Software Development Project Coordination Agile Methodologies Client Communication Quality Assurance Team Coordination Technical Skills

Team Lead

Pronix Technology Pvt Ltd

Dec 2008 - Feb 2010 (1 year 2 months)

Supervised a team of developers, ensuring project milestones were met and quality standards were upheld.

Team Leadership Project Management Agile Methodologies Software Development Quality Assurance Communication Skills Performance Management

Project Manager

Hiddenbrains Pvt Ltd

Feb 2010 - Jul 2012 (2 years 5 months)

Led project teams and managed client expectations, driving successful project outcomes.

Project Management Team Leadership Client Communication Agile Practices Process Improvement

Project Manager

Hiddenbrains Pvt Ltd

Feb 2010 - Jul 2012 (2 years 5 months)

Led project teams to deliver software solutions, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.

Project Management Team Leadership Agile Methodologies Client Communication Quality Assurance Risk Management Process Improvement

Project Manager

Milecore Pvt Ltd

Aug 2012 - Aug 2013 (11 months)

Managed projects on a freelance basis, focusing on delivering high-quality results within budget and time constraints.

Project Management Agile Methodologies Budget Management Time Management Quality Assurance Communication Skills

Project Manager

Milecore Pvt Ltd

Aug 2012 - Aug 2013 (11 months)

Managed projects focusing on client requirements and ensuring successful delivery within budget and time constraints.

Client Management Budgeting Project Delivery Agile Methodologies Team Coordination

Team Lead

Pronix Technology Pvt Ltd

Dec 2008 - Feb 2010 (1 year 2 months)

Supervised a team of developers, ensuring project milestones were met and quality standards maintained.

Team Leadership Software Development Agile Methodologies Performance Management Mentoring

Project Manager

Herald Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Aug 2013 - May 2014 (9 months)

Oversaw project management activities, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.

Project Management Quality Assurance Team Leadership Risk Management

Project Manager

Herald Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Aug 2013 - May 2014 (9 months)

Oversaw project planning and execution, ensuring alignment with client requirements and quality standards.

Project Management Client Communication Team Leadership Agile Methodologies Risk Assessment Quality Assurance Process Improvement

Sr. Developer / Project Leader

Concept Infoway Pvt Ltd

Dec 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year)

Led development projects and coordinated with clients to deliver software solutions that meet their needs.

Software Development Project Coordination Agile Practices

Engagement Leader

Capgemini

Jun 2014 - Oct 2021 (7 years 4 months)

Led multiple projects for Fortune 500 clients, ensuring smooth delivery and coordination of remote teams across various geographical locations.

Project Coordination Remote Team Fortune 500 Quality Assurance

Engagement Leader

Capgemini

Jun 2014 - Oct 2021 (7 years 4 months)

Led multiple large-scale projects for Fortune 500 clients, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Coordinated remote teams and managed stakeholder expectations.

Project Management Stakeholder Engagement Team Coordination Agile Methodologies Performance Management Risk Management Quality Assurance Process Innovation

AVP-Client Success

Gateway Group

Oct 2021 - Aug 2022 (10 months)

Managed client relationships and ensured successful project delivery, focusing on customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Client Management Project Delivery Customer Engagement Performance Management Process Innovation

AVP-Client Success

Gateway Group

Oct 2021 - Aug 2022 (10 months)

Managed client relationships and ensured successful project delivery, focusing on customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Client Management Project Delivery Stakeholder Engagement Performance Metrics Team Leadership Process Improvement Agile Methodologies Communication Skills

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Nirma Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Engineering

Grade: 65%

Completed a Bachelor of Engineering with a focus on Computer Engineering, achieving a 65% score. The program provided a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices.