Samik Mukherjee
About Samik Mukherjee
Samik Mukherjee is an Agile Coach and Scrum Master currently working at Backbase in Amsterdam, Netherlands. He has an extensive background in software engineering and consulting, with experience at several notable companies including Tata Consultancy Services and Capgemini.
Work at Backbase
Samik Mukherjee has been serving as an Agile Coach and Scrum Master at Backbase since 2021. In this role, he focuses on implementing Agile methodologies and enhancing team performance. His position is based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands, where he collaborates with diverse teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement and effective project delivery.
Education and Expertise
Samik Mukherjee holds a Professional Diploma in Management from the Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad, which he completed from 2015 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College between 1995 and 1999. Additionally, he has a Post Graduate Diploma in Information Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, completed in 2000. He possesses a PSM II certification in the Scrum Framework and has a certificate in Mastering Emotions from the Institute of Personal Learning.
Background
Samik Mukherjee has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in software development and Agile practices. He has worked in various roles, including Technical Lead, Solution Architect, and Senior Consultant, across multiple organizations such as Tata Consultancy Services, Capgemini, and IBM. His career spans over two decades, beginning as a Software Engineer at Infosys in 2000.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current role at Backbase, Samik Mukherjee held several significant positions. He worked as an Associate Consultant at Tata Consultancy Services from 2012 to 2021, and as a Senior Consultant at Capgemini from 2010 to 2012. His earlier roles include Technical Lead at SDG Software Technologies, Solution Architect at Al Futtaim, and Senior Software Engineer at Jyske Bank and NIIT Limited. His experience encompasses a range of responsibilities, contributing to his expertise in Agile methodologies.
Cultural Competence
Samik Mukherjee emphasizes the importance of working with diverse backgrounds and multiple nationalities. He has demonstrated high compatibility in mixing with different cultures, which enhances his effectiveness as an Agile Coach. His ability to engage with teams from various cultural contexts supports his goal of fostering inclusive and productive work environments.