Suman S.

About Suman S.

15+ years of experience driving, managing business and technology initiatives in Finance, Banking and Wealth Management specializing in product ownership and business analysis.• Expertise in managing complex financial system modernizations, data center migration to cloud, data management projects and reconciliations automation initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions and minimal business disruption.• Experience with Broker-Dealer commission systems, advisory fee billing, revenue assurance, advisory and financial reporting integrations (Oracle, Informix, Envestnet).• Skilled at product management, defining product vision, creating and prioritizing product backlogs, and aligning cross-functional teams to deliver high-value features on time.• Strong collaboration with stakeholders, technical teams, and external vendors to translate business needs into actionable user stories and clear acceptance criteria.• Proven ability to manage multi-application, multi-team Agile delivery using PI Planning, sprint ceremonies and backlog grooming for continuous value delivery.• Hands-on expertise with SQL, ETL data mapping, data reconciliation, and validation to ensure data integrity and compliance.• Proficient in facilitating User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and driving issue resolution through go-live and post-production support.• Strong background in cloud platforms (AWS) and access management integrations such as ForgeRock to enhance security and user experience. Experience in migrating APIs from Tibco to.NET, ensuring smooth adoption across multiple teams at the organizational level. • Deep understanding of SDLC methodologies including Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid frameworks, with certifications as Scrum Master (CSM) and Project Management Professional (PMP).

Experience

1. Product Owner

   LPL Financial

   Oct 2024 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   Led the successful migration of 34 applications and APIs across business units from on-premises to cloud environment (AWS), driving seamless transition and business continuity.Project were completed using the following tasks and activities:• Collaborated with technical leads and architects to define the migration scope, encompassing applications, databases, and services.• Defined the strategic roadmap for migrating applications to the cloud environment in phases, based on business value, risk assessment, and technical feasibility to optimize delivery.• Gathered cross-functional input to map application dependencies and aligned conflicting priorities into a unified, strategic migration roadmap.• Led backlog grooming and prioritization; partnered with Agile teams during PI Planning to clarify requirements, commit to deliverables, and manage cross-team dependencies.• Created and maintained a comprehensive product backlog, including user stories and epics covering ForgeRock access management integration, cloud infrastructure provisioning (AWS), testing, cutover, and post-migration support.• Defined clear acceptance criteria with technical teams to ensure quality and successful delivery.• Provided overarching senior management reporting on project progress, including risks and issues. Defined “Path to Green” plans for any blockers experienced during the project.• Ensured optimal user experience post-migration by validating performance, availability, and data accessibility.• Oversaw User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to confirm all functional and non-functional requirements were met.• Supported go-live activities and coordinated post-migration issue resolution and feedback collection to ensure smooth adoption.

Education

• Kurukshetra University

  Masters in Economics, Economics

• The ICFAI University, Tripura

  Master of Business Administration (MBA),Regular, Banking and Financial Support Services

  2007 — 2009

• Kurukshetra University

  Bachelor's degree, Mathematics & Economics

  2002 — 2005