Scrum Master
Hello, I'm Simon Shrestha
cimon77@gmail.com
Proven Scrum Master at Proshore Nepal, adept in stakeholder management and Scrum methodology, led teams to deliver projects within scope and budget. Excelled in coaching Agile practices, enhancing team productivity, and ensuring project success. Demonstrated exceptional team leadership and project management, contributing to significant client satisfaction and process optimization..
Work Experience
Sept 2019 - Present
Scrum Master
Proshore Nepal l Kathmandu, Nepal
- Managed multiple projects for clients based in the Netherlands, ensuring successful delivery within scope, time, and budget.
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Acted as a primary point of contact for clients, facilitating effective communication and addressing any concerns or requirements.
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Coached teams, stakeholders in Agile practices and provided necessary training to create positive mindset to Agile methodologies.
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Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
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Collaborate with Product Owners to manage product backlogs and ensure clear understanding of project goals and deliverables.
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Identify and remove impediments to ensure team productivity and project timelines are met.
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Ensured that the project timeline are properly managed and projects are delivered on time.
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Utilize Project Managment tools such as Jira and Azure DevOps for tracking progress, managing tasks, and generating reports to provide transparency on project status.
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Utilized Google Looker Studio to enhance data visualization and reporting, improving decision-making processes for clients.
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Played a key role in hiring and onboarding new team members.
Projects Involved: De-Heus, SiteGuru, OPENRED, Digital Product labs
Jan 2017 - Sept 2019
Team Lead
Proshore Nepal l Kathmandu, Nepal
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Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
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Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues
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Led a team of more than 15 developers, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback.
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Developed and maintained web applications using Laravel framework.
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Designed and implemented RESTful APIs for seamless integration with front-end applications.
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Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.
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Implemented best practices in coding, testing, and deployment to enhance team efficiency.
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Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
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Leveraged Divi Builders advanced design features to create visually appealing, responsive, and user-friendly web pages.
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Implemented continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to streamline the release process.
Apr 2015 - Sept 2019
PHP Developer
Proshore Nepal l Kathmandu, Nepal
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Designed and developed custom WordPress plugins.
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Worked closely with clients to gather requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
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Provided ongoing support and maintenance for existing WordPress sites.
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Developed and maintained web applications using Laravel framework.
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Designed and implemented RESTful APIs for seamless integration with front-end applications.
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Administered and optimized server environments across LiquidWeb, SiteGround, DigitalOcean, and Linode to ensure secure and efficient hosting.
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Possesses basic knowledge of SQL, capable of writing and understanding simple queries for data manipulation and retrieval.
Education
2014 - 2017
Masters in Business Administration | Marketing
Sunway International Business School
2010 - 2014
Bachelors in Computer Engineer
Nepal Engineering College
Skills & Expertise
Stakeholder Management
Skilled at managing stakeholder expectations by setting clear objectives, timelines, and deliverables, and negotiating requirements.
Scrum Methodology
Expert in guiding teams through the Agile development process, ensuring adherence to Scrum practices, and facilitating effective collaboration and continuous improvement.
Project management
Experience in planning, scheduling, and resource allocation using tools like Jira, Azure Devops, and Trello. I ensure clear stakeholder communication, effective budget management, and risk mitigation.
Change Management
Expert in planning, executing, and managing changes to improve business processes, technology, or organizational structure.
Risk Management
Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential risks that could affect project outcomes. Develop strategies to manage uncertainties and ensure project success
Team Leadership
Expert in guiding, motivating, and managing a team to achieve organizational goals and drive project success.