Vivin John

Chandigarh, India  |  vivinjohn.com  |  LinkedIn

Professional Summary

Accomplished leader with over 15 years of experience in the Indian software services industry, advancing from a hands-on developer to a Project Manager and practice leader. Proven expertise in managing software projects, driving agile transformations, and establishing project management as a core organizational discipline. Certified Scrum Master (CSM®) and Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO®) adept at guiding cross-functional teams to remain agile, optimize processes, and deliver high-quality software frequently.

Core Competencies & Certifications

Professional Experience

Covalience India

Practice Lead (Project Management) & Software Project Manager June 2022 – Present
  • Lead the professional development, growth, and well-being of a dedicated team of 5+ project managers.
  • Direct the strategic development and apt implementation of Project Management as a formal discipline across the organization, improving project onboarding efficiency by 60%.
  • Enable 7 concurrent software project teams to remain agile, follow software delivery processes diligently, and maintain frequent release schedules.
  • Champion core organizational ideologies focused on building great software and restoring peace of mind for clients, maintaining a 96.5% client satisfaction rate.
Software Project Manager & Certified Scrum Master (CSM®) November 2017 – June 2022
  • Managed end-to-end Agile software projects, acting as the primary Scrum Master for 20+ cross-functional teams of 5-7 members to facilitate team collaboration and process efficiency.
  • Boosted average team sprint velocity through rigorous roadblock removal, predictable capacity planning, and optimized sprint ceremonies.
  • Successfully delivered 18 major software products on time and within scope.
Lead Engineer June 2016 – November 2017
  • Supervised technical project execution and provided engineering leadership to development teams of 5-7 engineers.
  • Streamlined code review processes and technical workflows, accelerating engineering delivery timelines.
Senior Web Developer June 2013 – June 2016
  • Architected and built web applications, utilizing modern programming standards and clean code practices.
  • Implemented automated testing and strict definition-of-done criteria, resulting in reduction in post-release bugs.
Web Developer February 2011 – June 2013
  • Programmed core front-end and back-end web solutions to support service delivery objectives.
  • Refactored legacy codebases to improve system performance and optimize database application load times.

P.D Hotels Private Limited

Web Developer and Digital Marketer November 2009 – January 2011
  • Managed multi-disciplinary responsibilities spanning web programming, graphic design, and digital marketing strategies for an SME hospitality firm.
  • Designed and executed digital marketing campaigns that increased web traffic and expanded digital brand reach.

Freelance

Graphic Designer and Web Development February 2008 – November 2009
  • Collaborated independently with bands, musicians, and non-profit organizations to deliver custom websites and brand graphics.
  • Delivered 20+ creative web and graphic assets, meeting strict client deadlines and budget parameters.