Deven Sharma

About Deven Sharma

Hi, I’m Deven, a learner at heart, passionate about building meaningful programs, communities, and systems that drive impact.Ever since my childhood (literally, I was 13 years old), I began experimenting with simple IoT and science projects. Back then, with some brute-force experimentation, I bagged the 2nd prize at the National Science Award and got featured in the Times of India.My curiosity for learning and creating pushed me to pursue Computer Science Engineering. During my first-year summer, I began exploring technology and community building while contributing to projects, collaborating across teams, and understanding how ideas grow from experiments to execution.Over time, I found my strength in managing and scaling initiatives that bring people together. I build strategies for community programs like the Makers’ Community (Maker Mela) and Developers’ Community (Meta Developer Circles Mumbai), ensuring they align with larger organizational goals. Engaging with innovators, entrepreneurs, and creators worldwide helps me continuously learn how communities evolve and thrive.As a Program Manager with industry experience across industries, I excel in leading cross-functional teams, driving impactful programs, and fostering community engagement through strategic documentation and collaboration. My focus lies in process optimization, stakeholder coordination, and data-driven decision-making, ensuring seamless project execution. With an emphasis on efficiency and scalability, I leverage analytics and automation to enhance operations and drive continuous improvement.I believe in taking ownership, leading with empathy, and creating experiences that leave a lasting impact. Learning, for me, is a lifelong journey, and every interaction is an opportunity to grow.If you’d like to connect or collaborate on program or community initiatives, feel free to reach out at d••••••••@somaiya.edu

Experience

1. Content Strategist

   upGrad

   Aug 2024 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   upGrad is South Asia’s largest online higher edtech company, empowering over 10 million learners globally through advanced technology, world-class faculty, and industry partnerships. It offers 100+ courses in collaboration with top-tier institutions, including Michigan State University (US), MICA (India), IIT Madras (India), IIM Kozhikode (India), and others- Developed high-quality, scalable e-learning content based on Bloom’s Taxonomy for a learner base of achieving a 4.5/5 rating- Trained and mentored a team of 3 interns and a novice team member, equipping them with essential skills, leveraging their core competencies to drive results, and fostering their professional growt- Developed an automated, macro-driven Excel tool with pre-populated formulas and analysis pointers, reducing root cause analysis time by 90% and standardizing the process for greater accuracy and efficiency- Conducted in-depth market analysis and content research, including course flow design, SME coordination, graphic visualization, storytelling, assessment creation, and integration of qualitative and quantitative learner feedback- Collaborated with SMEs, including content creators and industry professionals from AI backgrounds, to ensure cutting-edge, industry-relevant learning materials- Optimized the technical writing process by standardizing script creation using a narrative-driven approach to enhance learner engagement. Streamlined video editing and graphic visualization through a structured content review cycle, ensuring seamless integration of visuals, animations, and narrative flow for a more immersive learning experience- Partnered with the product team to introduce new LMS features, streamlining content migration between platforms and improving operational efficiency- Received the Best Newbie Award for valuable contributionsCourses Developed: Digital Marketing, Gen AI, Leadership, Marketing Analytics, Healthcare Management, ACCA, HR Management with IIMK

Education

• KJ Somaiya College of Engineering, Vidyavihar

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Engineering

  2020 — 2024