Shiva Kumar Dharmavaram Desai (Agile Evangelist, Scrum Master)
About Shiva Kumar Dharmavaram Desai (Agile Evangelist, Scrum Master)
Shiva Kumar Dharmavaram Desai is a Senior Scrum Master at Telus Digital in Toronto, Canada, with over 15 years of experience in Agile methodologies. He has a proven track record of facilitating organizational transitions to Agile practices and mentoring teams to improve productivity.
Work at mobileLIVE
Shiva Kumar Dharmavaram Desai has been serving as a Senior Scrum Master at mobileLIVE Inc. since 2021. In this role, he focuses on implementing Agile methodologies within TELUS Digital, contributing to the organization's shift towards Agile delivery. His experience includes managing both geographically distributed and co-located teams, which enhances collaboration and productivity. His tenure at mobileLIVE reflects his commitment to fostering an Agile culture and improving project outcomes.
Previous Experience in Agile Roles
Prior to his current position, Desai held several roles in Agile project management. He worked at GreenField Specialty Alcohols Inc. as a Scrum Master for three months in 2016. He then joined Tata Consultancy Services as a Scrum Master and Agile Project Manager from 2016 to 2018. Following that, he served as a Scrum Master and Release Manager at Flutter Entertainment Plc from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, he worked at TELUS as a Senior Scrum Master and Senior IT Project Manager from 2018 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Shiva Kumar Dharmavaram Desai earned a Master's degree in Computer Applications from the Bangalore Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2002 to 2005. His educational background complements his extensive experience in Agile methodologies, which spans over 15 years. Desai specializes in transitioning organizations from traditional project management to Agile practices, demonstrating a strong understanding of Agile frameworks and their application in various settings.
Mentorship and Leadership
In addition to his Scrum Master responsibilities, Desai serves as a mentor to team members and stakeholders. He emphasizes the benefits of Agile and Scrum methodologies to enhance team productivity and project success. His leadership style focuses on overcoming organizational challenges during the transition to Agile, fostering a collaborative environment that supports continuous improvement.