Delivery-focused Agile Leader with 8+ years in software delivery, leading crossfunctional
teams in enterprise data transformation, SaaS and mobile platforms.
Experienced in scaling Agile in SAFe environments, managing parallel projects, and
aligning execution with business objectives.
Agile Master / Delivery Lead
○ Established and scaled the Agile operating model from the ground up within
a SAFe-aligned environment, ensuring alignment between team-level
execution and program-level objectives for a battery in the cloud project.
○ Coached cross-functional teams in Agile mindset, accountability, and
continuous improvement, increasing delivery predictability and team
autonomy.
○ Designed and implemented structured ceremonies, backlog governance,
and working agreements to stabilize delivery and improve sprint outcomes.
○ Partnered with Product Owners and stakeholders to enhance backlog
quality, prioritization clarity, and strategic alignment with business
objectives.
○ Introduced and tracked flow and delivery metrics (velocity trends, WIP
control, burndown patterns) to support data-driven forecasting and
transparency at leadership level.
○ Identified systemic impediments affecting delivery flow and proactively drove
resolution across team and stakeholder boundaries.
○ Facilitated cross-team collaboration and dependency management to
reduce bottlenecks and improve value delivery cadence.
○ Supported cultural transformation by reinforcing Agile principles,
psychological safety, and feedback loops through structured retrospectives
and action tracking.
Enterprise Data Transformation – Quality & Delivery Oversight
○ Led quality strategy for a large-scale enterprise transformation consolidating
multiple operational systems into a centralized data platform (Single Source
of Truth).
○ Defined and implemented end-to-end QA and validation strategy to ensure
data integrity, reliability, and business alignment across integrated systems.
○ Mentored and coordinated a team of 4 QA engineers, improving delivery
standards and cross-functional collaboration.
○ Collaborated closely with engineering, product, and business stakeholders
to proactively identify delivery risks and safeguard release stability.
○ Provided structured reporting and quality metrics to management, enabling
informed decision-making and predictable releases.
○ Oversaw functional, regression, performance, and security validation using
both manual and automated approaches to ensure enterprise-grade
reliability
Multi-Project Agile Delivery Leadership
○ Led two parallel product initiatives (Swiss Wine App and ZIMT Data Hub),
managing delivery streams across mobile, web, and blockchain-integrated
systems.
○ Balanced scope, timeline, and quality constraints while maintaining
transparency with stakeholders and aligning technical execution with
business goals.
Scrum
Agile Software Development
Product Management
Backlog Grooming
Sprint Planning
Stakeholder Management
Staff Recruitment & Management
Quality Assurance
Product Roadmap
Andrei S.
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
$49/hr
5.0
8 jobs
With over 10 years in software engineering and technology leadership, I’ve helped organizations such as GEP, De’Longhi, and Continental transform operations through web-based solutions that streamline processes, boost efficiency, and automate workflows.
I specialize in designing and delivering end-to-end web applications and cloud-native platforms, combining modern technologies with agile practices to solve complex business challenges. As a Technical Lead, I’ve guided diverse teams to build business-critical applications, empowering them to operate autonomously and deliver high-impact results at speed.
As a Professional Scrum Master, cloud-certified engineer, and Top-Rated Freelancer on Upwork, I bring both structure and adaptability to every engagement. I take pride in creating tailored solutions that exceed expectations—balancing hands-on engineering with strategic leadership.
I work fluently across JavaScript (Angular, React), C#, ASP.NET Core, Node.js, Express, SQL, MongoDB, Firebase, HTML, and CSS—always eager to explore new tools that push innovation forward.
Node.js
JavaScript
HTML
C#
React
CSS
Angular
ASP.NET Core
ExpressJS
SQL
MongoDB
Web Application
Web Design
Bogdan B.
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
$85/hr
5.0
9 jobs
With over two decades of expansive experience in the dynamic IT sector, I bring a unique blend of leadership, vision, and knowledge to the table. I specialize in delivering end-to-end solutions tailored to your project needs, backed by a seasoned development team proficient in a diverse array of technologies.
My Skills:
Project Management & Leadership:
- Agile coaching and team mentorship, guiding teams from infancy to maturity
- Proficient delivery in both Agile and Waterfall frameworks
- Team management with a focus on nurturing globally dispersed teams
Product Development & Scalability:
- Expert in identifying the problem statement and becoming a subject matter expert
- Adept at identifying key users using demographic, psychographic, and decision position data
- Proficient in identifying user delight to ensure product-market fit
Growth Frameworks:
- In-depth understanding of growth frameworks such as, Lean Startup methodology, and Growth Hacking techniques
- Proven track record of implementing growth strategies to drive user acquisition, activation, retention, revenue, and referral
- Experience in conducting A/B testing, analyzing data, and iterating strategies for continuous improvement
Key Offerings:
Pre-Launch & Post-Launch Strategy:
- Skillful in breaking down pre-launch work into core product, growth elements, infrastructure needs, marketing goals, and regulatory and legal requirements
- Experience in stakeholder identification, delivery planning, dependencies identification, and risk mitigation
- Post-launch work includes measuring KPIs and crafting improvement plans to boost product performance and drive growth
If you're seeking comprehensive project solutions backed by a dedicated development team and expert guidance in growth strategies, I am here to help. Let's discuss how we can bring your project to fruition and drive success together. Looking forward to potentially collaborating with you.
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