Kirti Das

Scrum Master

Kolkata, IN.

About

Strategic and performance-driven Scrum Master with nearly 3 years of experience specializing in Agile delivery within SAFe frameworks. Proven expertise in leading cross-functional teams, facilitating Scrum events, and removing impediments to accelerate delivery and maximize business value. Adept at cultivating high-performing, self-managed teams through a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, consistently recognized for improving velocity, enhancing stakeholder alignment, and delivering high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Work

LTIMindtree

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Scrum Master

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

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Summary

Led Agile transformation initiatives and optimized delivery processes for an AI-powered platform within SAFe frameworks, significantly enhancing team performance and product outcomes.

Highlights

Achieved a 20% increase in sprint velocity over two quarters and reduced blocker occurrences by 40% by streamlining team workflows and enhancing stakeholder satisfaction.

Orchestrated the SAFe Agile implementation of Canvas AI Ops, an AI-powered platform, elevating operations management with predictive analytics, real-time insights, and automated recommendations for Operations Engineers.

Proactively identified and mitigated over 90% of potential project risks, dependencies, and roadblocks, preventing disruptions and ensuring continuous delivery.

Utilized Azure DevOps (ADO) and Miro boards to optimize team performance, maintaining transparency, and enhancing visibility into sprint progress and key metrics for stakeholders.

Coached and mentored 10+ team members on Agile principles and Scrum practices, empowering them to take ownership, enhance productivity, and foster self-organizing teams.

LTIMindtree

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Software Engineer

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

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Summary

Developed and maintained scalable web applications using MERN stack, enhancing user experience and optimizing application performance and efficiency.

Highlights

Developed and maintained scalable web applications using MERN stack, significantly improving user experience and application performance.

Implemented robust RESTful APIs with Spring Boot, enhancing frontend functionalities and streamlining system integration.

Built responsive and dynamic user interfaces using Vue.js, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness across all devices.

Optimized database queries and schema design, improving application efficiency and reducing response times by an estimated 15%.

Volunteer

Trainer & Mentor, Product Management

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LTIMindtree

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Contributed to internal talent development by training and mentoring new hires on product management and professional skills.

Highlights

Conducted comprehensive training sessions for new trainees on SDLC Process, Agile, and SAFe Agile methodologies, aligning learning with industry best practices.

Mentored trainees on effective communication and presentation skills, significantly enhancing their confidence and delivery in professional settings.

Education

Academy of Technology, Kolkata

Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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B.Tech/B.E. Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering Grade: 8.82/10

West Bengal Board

Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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Higher Secondary (12th Grade) Grade: 73.8%

Languages

Bengali

English

Hindi

Skills

Agile Methodologies

Scrum, SAFe Agile, Kanban, Sprint Planning, Backlog Hygiene, Continuous Improvement, Retrospectives, Agile Ceremonies Facilitation, Velocity Tracking, Burndown Charts.

Project Management Tools

Azure DevOps (ADO), Jira, Miro Board.

Team Leadership & Coaching

Cross-Functional Team Coordination, Stakeholder Management, Team Coaching, Agile Mindset Promotion, Conflict Resolution, Issue Escalation.

Software Development

MERN Stack, MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js, RESTful APIs, Spring Boot, Vue.js, Web Application Development, UI/UX Development, System Integration, Database Optimization, Schema Design, Cross-browser Compatibility, Mobile Responsiveness.

Training & Mentoring

SDLC Process, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Talent Development.

Interests

Sports

Cricket.

Arts & Culture

Storytelling, Global Cinema, Cultural Narratives, Shayari.