Gopal Narasimhan
About Gopal Narasimhan
Gopal Narasimhan is a Scrum Master and Agile Execution/Delivery Manager with extensive experience in overseeing agile projects. He holds a PhD in Agile Transformation in Software Development and has worked in various roles in organizations such as Chase, Xoriant, and McKinsey & Company.
Work at Chase
Gopal Narasimhan has been employed at Chase since 2018, serving as a Scrum Master and Agile Execution/Delivery Manager. In this role, he oversees the implementation and delivery of agile projects, ensuring that teams adhere to agile methodologies. His responsibilities include managing project demands and facilitating agile practices to enhance team performance and project outcomes.
Previous Experience at Xoriant
Prior to his current role, Gopal Narasimhan worked at Xoriant from 2010 to 2018 as an Agile Lead. His responsibilities included Scrum, Business Systems Analysis (BSA), and Quality Assurance (QA). During his tenure, he contributed to the agile transformation of projects and played a key role in enhancing team collaboration and delivery efficiency.
Experience at McKinsey & Company
Gopal Narasimhan was employed at McKinsey & Company from 2002 to 2009 as a Quality Champion and Trainer. In this position, he focused on quality assurance processes and training initiatives, contributing to the overall improvement of project quality and team capabilities within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Gopal Narasimhan holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Agile Transformation in Software Development from Annamalai University, which he completed between 2016 and 2021. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing from the same institution from 1999 to 2001. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Manufacturing Engineering from 1995 to 1999. His educational background supports his expertise in agile methodologies and project management.
Certifications in Agile Methodologies
Gopal Narasimhan holds several professional certifications that enhance his qualifications in agile practices. He is certified as a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), and he has achieved SAFe 5.0 Scrum Master (SA) and SAFe 5.0 Program Consultant (SPC) certifications. These credentials reflect his commitment to agile methodologies and his capability to lead agile transformations effectively.