Madhava Kumar Avadhanam

About Madhava Kumar Avadhanam

Summary:• Seasoned IT professional with 20+ years of experience in Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance and Business Analysis.• Proven expertise in leading and managing IT, DevOps and Infrastructure engineering projects, ensuring seamless execution and delivery.• Strong background in retail eCommerce apps, Point of Sale (POS), Mobile App systems for driving innovation and efficiency.• Detail-oriented, highly motivated, and creative, with a passion for delivering high-quality solutions.Specialties:• Project/Program Management: Own and drive project roadmaps, ensuring successful delivery of technology programs that align with business objectives using Waterfall, Agile, and V-Model methodologies.• End-to-End Ownership: Manage projects from initiation to go-live, ensuring timely completion while maintaining high quality standards through effective communication and leadership.• Technical Acumen: Possess a deep understanding of the technologies involved, enabling seamless collaboration across technical and non-technical teams.• Problem-Solving & Risk Management: Leverage strong analytical skills to identify potential issues early, develop proactive solutions, and mitigate risks to minimize project impact.• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Excel in managing cross-functional teams and stakeholders, fostering collaboration to drive project success.• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, providing tailored, win-win solutions that align with business goals and project needs

Experience

1. Engineering Program Manager

   Apple

   Oct 2024 — Present · Sunnyvale, CA, US

   Engineering project management for DevOps, Infrastructure projectsManaging full project lifecycle from initial concept through to delivery and post-launch support, ensuring projects were completed on time, within scope, and budget.Implemented waterfall/Agile project management methodologies for entire projects to optimize project workflows, enhance team productivity, and ensure timely delivery of every project milestone.Acted as the primary liaison between technical teams, product managers, and senior leadership to align project goals with business objectives and customer needs.Conducted risk assessments and developed mitigation strategies to address potential project challenges, to minimize impact.Efficiently managed project budgets, ensuring optimal utilization of personnel and financial assets to meet project objectives.Coordinated with QA teams to implement rigorous testing protocols, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, bug-free software solutions.Identified possible process improvements within the project management framework and implemented changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.Supported with performance testing of the publishing tools pre-launch and to ensure system readability for production environment. Maintained comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Education

• JNTU Anantapur

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech

• Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

  Master of Technology (MTech)