Preetha A G

Experience

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  Goldman Sachs

  May 2006 - May 2009

  Analyst Developer
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  Aspect Software

  Jun 2009 - Mar 2014

  Senior Principal Engineer
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  Wipro Limited

  Sept 2014 - Mar 2016

  Software Consultant

  ➤Played a pivotal role in product management by successfully leading three Agile teams, with a strong emphasis on overseeing key Scrum ceremonies, including planning, reviews, and retrospectives. ➤This approach ensured that product goals were consistently aligned with team efforts, resulting in enhanced product delivery. Through the facilitation of Scrum of Scrums, collaboration across teams was significantly improved, effectively managing dependencies and optimizing planning processes. ➤Authored and translated requirements into clear user stories, acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for banking clients including Charles Schwab and RR Donnelley. ➤Facilitated team understanding of user stories to ensure accurate implementation. A key transition from a Test Lead role to Scrum Master was marked by guiding teams through the adoption of Agile practices, with a specific focus on aligning these practices with product management objectives. This shift promoted a culture of collaboration and iterative improvement, driving teams to deliver high-quality products and meet project goals more efficiently. ➤Continuous improvement initiatives were championed, leading to a 50% increase in team productivity. Cross-functional communication was also enhanced, ensuring that product development was streamlined and that teams remained focused on delivering value. ➤The emphasis on product management throughout these efforts ensured that every aspect of Agile adoption and team performance was geared towards achieving superior product outcomes. Show less

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  Accolite

  Mar 2016 - Jun 2018

  Software Consultant

  ➤Led the transformation of product development processes by coaching teams to transition from Waterfall to Scrum, resulting in a 25% increase in velocity, enhanced product quality, and improved team morale. ➤Spearheaded the adoption of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), significantly improving product alignment with business objectives, streamlining development processes, and accelerating project execution. ➤As a key player in product management, ensured that Scrum ceremonies were effectively managed, facilitating Scrum of Scrums calls and developing Agile maturity metrics to track and advance team progress. ➤Developed and translated requirements into detailed user stories, acting as a liaison between stakeholders and the development team for clients including Morgan Stanley, Quantum, and Sheridan. Facilitated team understanding and ensured accurate implementation of user stories. ➤Regular assessments of team maturity, coupled with targeted coaching, led to the creation of more effective, self-sufficient teams capable of delivering high-quality products consistently. ➤Served as an escalation point for complex cross-functional product issues, working closely with stakeholders to identify root causes, implement strategic solutions, and promote a culture of continuous product improvement. ➤Introduced Agile and Scrum best practices that optimized workflows and significantly enhanced the quality of deliverables. ➤Maintained open communication channels with all stakeholders, providing regular updates on product development progress and fostering trust and collaboration within teams. ➤Proactively identified potential risks and developed mitigation strategies, ensuring smooth execution of product projects and empowering team members to take ownership of their work. ➤Conducted training sessions and workshops focused on Agile and Scrum methodologies, guiding teams in applying Agile principles to achieve consistent and successful product outcomes. Show less

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  JPMorganChase

  Dec 2018 - now

  Vice President

  ➤Successfully launched multiple products, driving a 40% increase in revenue and improving the Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) score from 6 to 8. ➤Collaborated closely with Product Owners and cross-functional Scrum teams to ensure timely delivery and alignment with market demands. ➤Led technology modernization initiatives, reducing cycle times and implementing continuous integration, resulting in faster product delivery and reduced manual processes. ➤Fostered adaptability, customer focus, and iterative improvement, promoting Lean and Agile principles. ➤Identified potential risks to Agile adoption and product delivery, developed strategies to mitigate them, promoted a culture of continuous learning, and implemented Agile coaching and mentoring programs to upskill teams and ensure sustainability. ➤Engaged with stakeholders to align Agile initiatives with business objectives, facilitated regular updates, and built trust. Established and maintained Agile metrics, KPIs, and performance data for data-driven decision-making and process optimization. ➤Experience in conducting workshops on Product Management, Agile methodologies, and Business Innovation. As a Product Coach, trained over 40+ professionals in Design Thinking for Business Innovation in Bangalore. Provided strategic direction, leadership, and mentorship, empowering team members to embrace Agile practices and contribute to continuous process improvement. ➤Successfully transitioned a large Quad from Waterfall to Agile methodologies, enhancing customer centricity, digital footprints, and team collaboration. Also led a product-centric operating model, reducing time-to-market, improving customer satisfaction, and enhancing business agility by focusing on value-driven outcomes. ➤Played a pivotal role in implementing Agile practices across the organization, adapting frameworks to various teams and projects, and managed Agile initiatives, collaborating with finance and HR teams. Show less