Arunkumar Jagadeesan

Background

About Arunkumar Jagadeesan

I am an experienced Program Manager with over 20 years in major multinational software organizations in Bangalore, India. My career is driven by a passion for inspiring teams and leveraging technology to deliver high-performing, scalable solutions. With a strong belief in fostering creativity and collaboration, I have led high-achieving agile teams to consistently deliver outstanding results. My expertise spans various domains, including clinical research, healthcare, video, and banking, where I have successfully managed and executed complex IT projects.Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in agile methodologies, project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and delivery. I excel in implementing Agile and Scaled Agile Frameworks, ensuring effective project execution and timely delivery of software products. My hands-on experience with latest technologies has been instrumental in creating scalable products. I take total accountability for delivering high-performance solutions, always aiming to exceed expectations.Education and Professional CertificationsIn addition to my technical expertise, I hold an MBA in Leadership and Strategy from Liverpool Business School, UK, which has significantly enriched my strategic thinking and leadership capabilities. My certifications include PMP, PSM (Professional Scrum Master), Azure and Oracle Cloud, and SAFe Agile. I have also completed advanced management programs from IMT Ghaziabad and IIM Kozhikode, focusing on creative thinking and problem-solving.Professional ExperienceMy professional journey has seen me transition from roles such as Developer, Team Lead, and Scrum Master to Project Manager and Program Manager across major organizations like Oracle and Cisco. I have extensive experience working with cross-functional and multi-site teams, managing clinical trials applications for major customers like Merck, Pfizer, and Bayer. My expertise extends to applications on cloud single-tenant and multi-tenant environments, and cloud migration projects.Proven Track Record of SuccessI have a proven track record of delivering end-to-end software products and projects on time, utilizing effective project management metrics and leadership with PMI and Agile practices. My experience includes successful CI/CD implementation, transitioning engineering teams to Agile frameworks. I have worked closely with a wide spectrum of stakeholders, from developers and managers to vice presidents and executive teams, as well as support, services, operations, marketing, and sales teams.