Headline

Digital Delivery Lead | Government & Enterprise Platforms | Scaling Complex Web Ecosystems | UAE

About

Most digital projects do not fail because of technology. They fail because there is no clear structure behind the delivery. That is usually where I come in. Over the past 14+ years, I have worked across the full spectrum of digital delivery. I started as a developer, moved into technical leadership, and now manage high-value platforms for government, defense, and enterprise organizations in the UAE. My role is to take on initiatives that often begin without clear direction, bring clarity to how the work should move, and ensure what gets built actually solves the right problem. Starting in code still shapes how I work. I can read a technical brief, challenge assumptions, and have grounded conversations with both engineering teams and senior stakeholders. Some of the work I have led includes stabilizing the UAE Research Map by introducing delivery structure and governance from scratch, managing the EDGE Group ecosystem across more than 35 websites, and delivering the UAE Gender Balance Council platform with structured reporting workflows. Across 15+ projects with budgets ranging from AED 25K to AED 750K, I have led cross-functional teams, delivered full-scale platforms within four to six weeks, and built long-term client relationships through consistent delivery. My focus is simple. Make the work clear, keep teams aligned, and deliver platforms that hold up after launch. If you are working on a platform that needs structured execution and clear alignment between business and technology, I am open to connecting.

Location

Dubai

Work experience

Digital Project Manager at GTECH Information Technology, Nov 2024 - Present · 1 yr 8 mos, United Arab Emirates, • Spearheaded the complete website lifecycle, encompassing strategic planning, design, development, and successful deployment across diverse technology stacks including Drupal, WordPress, Laravel, and React. • Effectively partnered with stakeholders to translate business objectives into intuitive user experiences and robust, scalable front- and back-end solutions. • Key contributions included the seamless integration of various third-party tools to optimize user interactions and enhance backend operational efficiency. • Drove significant improvements in online visibility through comprehensive SEO optimization strategies, consistently enhanced website performance through meticulous tuning, and ensured a seamless user experience across all devices via responsive design implementation. • Dedicated to client success, I provided thorough source code handovers, comprehensive training sessions, and clear, concise technical documentation to empower clients with the knowledge and resources for ongoing website management.

Project Manager at House Of Digital, Sep 2022 - Oct 2024 · 2 yrs 2 mos, United Arab Emirates, • Led the project management of web & application development projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards, and increased user reach by 5%. • Maintained close client relationships with weekly updates and a fast response time (under 1 hour). Resolved client issues efficiently (90% within 48 hours, 92% satisfaction), and ensured project success with 100% on-time, on-budget delivery. • Collaborated with offshore teams to troubleshoot technical issues, fostering seamless problem-solving processes. • Utilize Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban to facilitate iterative development and continuous improvement in web and application development projects. • Strive for continuous improvement by evaluating project performance, identifying areas for enhancement, and implementing best practices to drive efficiency and effectiveness in future projects.

Project Manager at StudioGulf, Oct 2019 - Aug 2022 · 2 yrs 11 mos, Chennai, India / Dubai, UAE, • Collaborated with the offshore team to diagnose and resolve technical issues within a 24-hour window, ensuring smooth project progress. • Managed multi-disciplined teams across the product development lifecycle to deliver online e-business products/services integrated with social media, SEO, content management, and publications. • Developed strong relationships with clients by effectively communicating project status, and proposed alternative technology strategies and /or solutions. • Managed a comprehensive portfolio of over 8 ongoing digital projects for clients across diverse industries such as B2B/Technology, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Beauty, Healthcare, and Logistics. • Managed more than ten ongoing client accounts. Industries served include B2B/Technology, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Beauty, Healthcare, & Logistics.

Tech Lead / Full Stack Developer at StudioGulf, Aug 2015 - Sep 2019 · 4 yrs 2 mos, Chennai Area, India, • Designed and developed engaging and dynamic websites focused on maximizing user experience (UX), leading to increased traffic and page views. • Built successful e-commerce websites using platforms like WordPress, Magento, and Shopify. Integrated with third-party payment gateways and optimized website pages, resulting in a 25% increase in product purchases. • Developed and implemented plans utilizing new technologies to enhance reader engagement and drive subscription growth. This included integrating social media links, blogs, RSS feeds, and mobile-friendly features. These efforts resulted in a 30% increase in website traffic and a 10% uplift in new subscriptions.

Web Developer at tentwenty, Dec 2014 - Jun 2015 · 7 mos, United Arab Emirates, • Developed 10+ websites using the Concrete5 Content Management System, leveraging its user-friendly interface to deliver projects on time and within budget. • Balanced design principles and technology standards with product timelines and customer-speciůc requirements. • Built more than 20 reusable code components and libraries, promoting code maintainability and efficiency. • Implemented a comprehensive development process including coding, testing, debugging, and website monitoring for multinational clients. • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of designers, developers, and system administrators.

Analyst Programmer at UniMity Solutions Pvt Limited, Jul 2013 - Dec 2014 · 1 yr 6 mos, Chennai Area, India, • Implemented Drupal core and contributed module updates for 10 websites, ensuring optimal security and functionality. • Built responsive and multilingual websites using Drupal best practices, catering to a global audience and improving user experience. • Designed and developed engaging Drupal websites with a focus on maximizing user experience (UX) which resulted in a 10% increase in average session duration and a reduced bounce rate. • Developed 20+ custom Drupal modules to address specific client requirements, extending Drupal's functionality and streamlining business processes. • Migrated all data, built and configured a new Drupal website, and created a custom theme, ensuring a smooth transition with minimal downtime. • Performed code reviews on team members' code to ensure strict adherence to Drupal coding standards and avoid performance issues.

Education

B.Tech, Information Technology, E.G.S. Pillay Engineering College

C.S.I. Higher Secondary School, Nagapattinam