Stepan M.
IT Management and Consulting / Full-Stack Developer / Technical Lead
Experience
Jan 2022 - Present
4 yearsDubai, United Arab Emirates
RemoteIT Management and Consulting / Full-Stack Developer / Technical Lead
Manookian LLC
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of both the business and technical requirements of customers by working closely with stakeholders to define project objectives, requirements, and success criteria.
- Lead the planning, execution, monitoring and delivery of project development, including scope definition, resource allocation, and timeline management.
- Identify and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies, and develop contingency plans as needed. Prepare risk log report.
- Set up project delivery processes from scratch and provide guidance and coaching of teams in adoption of project management methodologies, practices and values.
- Develop and consolidate delivery/progress status reports across projects with corrective actions if necessary.
- Establish and communicate documented escalation procedures to clients, consultants, and managers.
- Coordinate and acquire resources for flawless execution of projects.
- Manage issues and road-blockers and facilitate their resolution while ensuring all affected parties are informed.
- Identify and manage project changes via change control board processes (CCB).
- Architect and develop a specialized job portal web application using NodeJS, VueJS, Directus, MySQL, Docker, and n8n for workflow automation, enabling efficient employer-employee matching.
- Lead full-stack development implementing modern frontend technologies (VueJS, Tailwind CSS, JavaScript) and backend services (NodeJS, RESTful APIs) to ensure responsive design and optimal user experience.
- Establish DevOps practices including containerization with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and automated workflows via n8n for seamless deployment and operational efficiency.
- Drive performance optimization and scalability improvements to ensure the application handles concurrent users and maintains fast response times under load.
- Oversee integration of third-party services and APIs, implementing secure authentication, data synchronization, and real-time notifications for enhanced functionality.
Dec 2020 - Jan 2022
1 year 2 monthsGermany
RemoteSenior Project Manager
Freelancer
- Facilitate the adoption of Scrum framework in three cross-functional teams.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to identify process bottlenecks and implement automation tools.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to project managers and team members to help them understand and adhere to Agile methodologies and best practices.
- Complete projects on time and on budget while maintaining a customer satisfaction rating of at least 90%.
- Monitor and report on project progress to stakeholders, including identifying and managing project risks, issues, and dependencies.
Feb 2016 - Feb 2020
4 years 1 monthGarching, Germany
On-siteProject Manager & Software Engineer
Harman International
- Develop Windows applications in C# (.NET), XAML (WPF) and SQL.
- Apply concepts such as MVVM (Model-View-ViewModel), clean code, and unit testing.
- Use INCA (Integrated Calibration and Application Tool) to link software with the ECU in cars for calibration, data acquisition, and diagnostics.
- Work closely with acoustic engineers to test and integrate software in the car.
- Use Scrum framework as Scrum Master and Product Owner to create software.
- Facilitate bi-weekly meetings with stakeholders to demo new functionalities and plan the next sprint.
- Lead an international team of 8–14 people.
- Act as a consultant and advisor to stakeholders for new function implementations.
Nov 2013 - Dec 2015
2 years 2 monthsSchrobenhausen, Germany
On-siteHardware & Software Development
Ferchau Engineering
- Design circuit boards with Eagle.
- Build prototypes by soldering components and testing until a finished product is created.
- Connect hardware components using connectors such as RS-232, CAN, RJ-45, and 50-pin headers.
- Create and implement test cases.
- Develop connection points with hardware to program HMI (Human Machine Interface) in C/C++.
- Create a desktop software to control the test environment using LabView.
Summary
Results-driven IT Project Manager with a robust background in software development and over 12+ years of driving complex projects to successful completion. Demonstrates exceptional analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, coupled with a proven ability to lead and inspire multinational teams. Adept at leveraging Agile methodologies to optimize project workflows and deliver high-quality solutions that align with client objectives. Committed to continuous performance improvement, fostering strong client relationships, and exceeding project goals within and budget constraints
Languages
German
NativeArabic
AdvancedEnglish
AdvancedArmenian
AdvancedEducation
Oct 2015 - Aug 2019
University of Applied Sciences
Master of Science · Acoustical Engineering · Munich, Germany
Oct 2007 - Sep 2012
University of Applied Sciences Ingolstadt
Bachelor of Engineering · Electrical Engineering and Information Technology · Ingolstadt, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Certified Scrum Master
SSGI
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