Ganesh K N (M.E, Pg Mp, Pmp)
About Ganesh K N (M.E, Pg Mp, Pmp)
Ganesh K N is a seasoned program management professional with over 21 years of experience in software engineering and project management. He holds a Master's degree in Computer Science and is one of the few individuals in India with the Certified Program Management Professional (PgMP) credential.
Work at Oportun
Ganesh K N has been working at Oportun since 2020 in the role of Program Management - Software Engineering. His responsibilities include overseeing software engineering projects and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, he contributes to the company's initiatives in the financial technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Ganesh K N holds a Master of Engineering (ME) in Computer Science from the National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, which he completed from 1998 to 2000. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Instrumentation and Control from the same institution from 1993 to 1997. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in program and project management, system analysis, and application development.
Background
With over 21 years of experience, Ganesh K N has developed a unique blend of business acumen and technical expertise. His career includes significant roles in program and project management, where he has managed compliance with various standards such as ISO20K, IS27001, BS2599, and PCI-DSS. His experience spans multiple industries, including lending, corporate banking, and consumer retail.
Achievements
Ganesh K N is recognized as one of fewer than 25 individuals in India to hold the Certified Program Management Professional (PgMP) credential from PMI, USA. He has successfully managed large teams, with a peak size of over 240 resources across various technical domains, including Java, Microsoft technologies, Business Intelligence, and SAP. His track record includes delivering large-scale, mission-critical projects on time and within budget.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Oportun, Ganesh K N worked at Hewlett-Packard as an Account Delivery Manager for 15 years, from 2005 to 2020, in Chennai, India, and Melbourne, Australia. He also served as a Project Lead at Citicorp Overseas Software Limited (COSL) from 2000 to 2005, working in Chennai and New York. His roles in these organizations contributed to his extensive experience in managing complex projects.