Soumya Ranjan Dash

About Soumya Ranjan Dash

I lead at the intersection of complex technical ecosystems and high-stakes business strategy.Currently, as a Software Development Manager at IBM, I spearhead a massive 6-product suite portfolio within the Enterprise Content Management (ECM) portfolio. I am a \"Manager of Managers,\" leading a high-calibre organisation of 30+ professionals across global geographies to deliver market-dominant software.My career is defined by End-to-End ownership. I don\'t just oversee projects; I govern portfolios. Whether it’s architecting products from scratch, leading high-pressure L3 support teams, or executing the strategic insourcing of products from vendors, I ensure that engineering excellence drives bottom-line profitability.Strategic Leadership Highlights:Portfolio Governance & Insourcing: Proven track record of extracting critical products from vendor partners, building internal teams from the ground up, and stabilising customer bases during transitions.Legacy Transformation: Specialist in \"Legacy to Leading-Edge\" shifts, performing SWOT analyses and market-need assessments to revamp ageing architectures for modern demands.Deep Healthcare Authority: Authoritative expertise in the US Healthcare landscape (RCM, EDI, Claims processing, ICD-10, Medicare/Medicaid, and EHR products like Facets).Business-Tech Synergy: Leveraging a Postgraduate degree in Business Analytics to view engineering through a P&L lens—consistently reducing operational costs while skyrocketing CSAT and NPS.Technical & Domain Core:Enterprise Content Management (ECM)| US Healthcare (Payer/Provider/RCM)| Agile & Scrum Mastery | Data Analytics | Web Apps | Cross-Geo Leadership | Product Roadmap StrategyI am passionate about building products that matter and organisations that thrive at scale. If you are looking for a leader who treats engineering as a driver for business growth, let’s connect.

Experience

1. Software Engineering Manager

   IBM

   Mar 2024 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Leadership and Team Management- Lead high-performing teams through effective communication, mentorship, and empowerment- Foster collaboration and accountability to achieve organizational goals- Strategically allocate resources and develop talent to optimize team performance- Nurture a culture of innovation and growth.Program Delivery and Project Management- Expertise in agile methodologies and project management frameworks- Ensure successful delivery of complex projects on time and within budget- Proactively address challenges and foster open communication to drive project success- Exceed client expectations and drive mutual growth opportunities.Client and Stakeholder Management- Prioritize understanding client needs and expectations- Foster trust and credibility through proactive engagement and strategic alignment- Nurture long-term partnerships to drive mutual success.Software Development Process Improvement- Enhance software development processes to drive efficiency, quality, and innovation- Leverage industry best practices and emerging technologies- Optimize productivity and product quality through process assessments and targeted interventions- Foster a culture of innovation and agility.Knowledge Base Management- Design and implement knowledge management systems to empower teams with critical information- Facilitate continuous learning and collaboration through training programs and knowledge sharing sessions- Enable informed decision-making and drive innovation.In-sourcing and Team Setup- Oversee seamless integration of new projects and resources into IBM\'s ecosystem- Align project requirements with strategic objectives and capabilities- Maximize value creation and mitigate risks through strategic alignment.

Education

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Postgraduate Degree, Business Analytics & Business Intelligence

• Great Lakes Institute of Management

  Postgraduate Degree, Business Analytics and Business Intelligence

• Biju Patnaik University of Technology, Odisha

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Electrical and Electronics Engineering