Kyle Mascarenhas

Experience

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  Luminari

  Apr 2017 - May 2017

  Project Coordinator

  - Web page development and user acceptance testing.- Oversaw a development team and assisted in creating a client facing web application.Implemented an agile practice and worked with the team to plan and deliver work in accordance with the Agile principles.- Created wireframes, use cases and narratives for developers. Assisted in testing and managed bugs through redevelopment and delivery.- Demoed iterative releases for senior management and translated feedback into tickets for developers.- Worked with developers to prioritize and plan an evolving backlog. Show less

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  TalentNet Inc.

  Jul 2017 - Feb 2019

  • Sr. Resource Manager

    Jan 2019 - Feb 2019

  • Resource Manager

    Jul 2017 - Dec 2018
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  FIRST Insurance Funding of Canada

  Feb 2019 - Jul 2021

  - I worked with internal and external stakeholders to plan and rollout software integrations. I wasresponsible for managing projects from the early stages through to deployment.- External projects include the successful rollout of seven web service integrations with oneof Canada’s largest insurance brokers within a single year.- Worked directly with external developers to plan development and devise testing strategies.- Drafted and managed change requests, testing scripts as well as performing monthly useracceptance testing.- Introduced Agile modeled testing sprints and Kanban boards for story and change requestmanagement.- Routinely performed web service testing on XML based web services.- Provided technical assistance in a timely manner for both internal and external troubleshootingrequests and served as their first point of contact.- Demoed web service solutions to clients and managed the integration through to deployment. Show less - I was responsible for planning and managing projects from the early stages through to deployment.- Worked directly with external developers to plan and execute integrations and testing strategies.- Responsible for drafting and managing change requests, testing scripts as well as performing monthly user acceptance testing. Routinely perform web service testing on XML based web services.- Introduced Agile modeled testing sprints and Scrum boards for story and change request management.- Provided technical assistance for both internal and external troubleshooting requests. Show less

  • Business Solutions Consultant

    Apr 2021 - Jul 2021

  • Implementation Specialist

    Feb 2019 - Apr 2021
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  Firmex

  Aug 2021 - now

  Scrum Master

  - As a Scrum Master, I lead multiple cross-functional Agile teams in delivering high-quality softwareproducts.- High visibility projects include database migrations, Amazon Web Services migrations, UIupgrades, cost and efficiency improvements and architectural upgrades.- Champion and drive an Agile mindset by promoting values such as collaboration, transparency,and responsiveness across teams and departments.- Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog refinement and retrospectives, ensuringadherence to Agile principles and the Definition of Done.- Coach multiple cross-functional development teams to manage and deliver multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring seamless coordination and meeting project deadlines.- Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to prioritize backlog items and refine requirements.- Lead triage sessions to evaluate and prioritize bugs and bespoke product requests for seamlessintegration into development cycles. Engage directly with agile teams to refine sprint backlogs and flexibly adjust sprint scopes in response to evolving project dynamics.- Leverage data visualization tools to create intuitive risk dashboards, enabling leadership to grasp complex risk landscapes at a glance while highlighting critical areas needing attention.- Orchestrate quarterly meetings across product development teams, fostering alignment with organizational goals while promoting transparency and accountability Show less