Sanjay Kumar

Experience

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  Kumaran Software

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2000

  Programmer

  • Responsible for development and maintenance of GUI*converter & Object*converter modules to facilitate older version forms migration to latest versions using language C, C++, VC++.

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  British Airways

  Jun 2000 - Aug 2005

  Analyst and Designer

  I was involved in analysis, designing and development of various projects. My main responsibilities included:• Analysis and designing of business area definition, system architecture, functional model, process and functional services interface document.• Coordinating between different departments of BA to achieve projects’ objectives.• Assigning work packages to developers facilitate code review and tracking progress.• Distribution of deliverable between onshore and offshore team to maximize the efficiency.Project UndertakenExecutive Club (www.ba.com), Crusader, Galaxy, TSUNAMI, Fares and Rules OrganiserTechnology used : JAVA, JSP, J2EE Oracle , XML Show less

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  Pinnacle Sports

  Aug 2005 - Dec 2006

  Development Manager

  • Project deliveries, execution, risk management and resource planning.• Oversaw quality assurance of code releases; handled end-user questions and resolved issues.• Liaising with third-party to ensure the proper delivery of the products.• Reporting project progress to the clients and management.• Recruiting, induction and training of team members.Projects:Payment API, Betting Dynamics Lines, Betting, Limit Multiplier, Bonus & Refer a Friend

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  GTECH G2/ Finsoft LTD

  May 2007 - Sept 2012

  Project Manager

  • Responsible for co-ordination and carrying out hands-on Agile scrum methodology full SDLC work projects including new functionality, CRs, enhancements, bug-fixes, performance improvements, market roll-outs, technology upgrades and managing the deployment/delivery, release and integration, by onsite and offshore (Belgrade) based team members.• Created/maintained/managed development/updates of key documentation for projects/stand-alone e.g. Project Plans, Software Requirement Specification, Technical Architecture, Module Specifications, Use Cases, Project Charters, Test Strategies, Configuration Management Plans, System Interface Maps.Projects:Belgium National Lottery Website (www.e-lotto.be): This was one of the show case projects of Gtech-Finsoft to setup a website for national lottery of Belgium to enable Belgium residents to play lotteries (Lotto, Euro Millions, Pick3 and other draw games) online. This was a multimillion pound, complex project with integration of 10 third parties.Other Projects : Payment Method Integration, EPOS Betting Software Customisation and Betting Shop Rollout, Third Party Betting Tool Integrations: Show less

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  Sportingbet

  Oct 2012 - Apr 2013

  Project Manager/Scrum Master

  • Specifically hired by Sportingbet to manage Sportsbook related project.• Instrumental in redefining the scope, technical approach, business logic and stakeholder’s expectation of bonus engine project.• Implemented Agile/Scrum in Sportsbook team and coached product owners.• Provided regular status updates on current development activities at appropriate level of detail for stakeholders, CIO & other senior management.• Learnt and implemented Drool’s rules engine.

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  Ladbrokes eGaming

  Apr 2013 - Sept 2015

  Senior Agile Project Manager (Contract)

  • Responsible to manage all development, enhancement, system upgrade and deliver gaming content for online & mobile games portal.• Managed development team of 15 team members and liaise with other department in Ladbrokes e.g. Release, DevOps, QA, Architect and third party solution provider• Provide regular status updates to Head of application development and Product.• Championed the initiative of continuous improvement and reduce the cost of eGaming team by 40% without effecting the productivity.• Liaised with third parties to align deliverables according to project timelines and to ensure timely resolution of bugs/defects/issues. Show less

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  Product Madness (Aristocrat)

  Oct 2015 - Sept 2019

  Project Delivery Manager

  - Define project scope, schedule and capacity while focusing on regular and timely delivery of product increments- Manage risks, issues & dependencies across a broad range of high visibility, revenue focused cross functional projects & global virtual teams located across multiple geographies- Prepare and distribute progress reports for stakeholders at all levels- Organise and lead project status and working group meetings- Prepare & execute delivery plans for assigned projects/releases mainly focused on mobile platforms (iOS, Android & Amazon) & Web (Facebook and standalone)- Forge collaboration amongst various cross functional sub teams for optimal performance directly impacting quality and frequency of delivery- Leveraging organizational resources to improve capacity for project work- Supporting Product Management in managing stakeholder communications and expectations, and helping to implement an effective system of prioritising various backlogs- Define and manage project management processes across multiple locations and champion ongoing process improvement initiatives to implement best practices for Agile Project Management- Team Building; promote empowerment of the team, ensure that each team member is fully engaged in the project and making a meaningful contribution, and encourage a sustainable pace with high-levels of quality for the team Show less

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  GVC Group

  Jan 2020 - Sept 2020

  Senior Delivery Manager

  • Responsible for managing development, enhancement, and delivery of Ladbrokes & Coral Sportsbook platform.• Leading co-sourced delivery team working in partnership with 3rd party developers, testers & internal technology teams.• Assisting as required in scope definition, technical viability scoping and best practice solutions designed to meet the needs of the product owner and development team.

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  FDJ GAMING SOLUTIONS

  Sept 2020 - now

  Programme Manager