MUHAMMAD ANSAAR
Tabuk,Saudi Arabia
Summary
I am a results-driven Scrum Master and Product Owner with over 9 years of experience delivering end-to-end software solutions across Agile environments. I specialize in leading cross-functional teams, driving Agile transformation, and ensuring timely, high-quality product delivery. My expertise in Scrum, Jira, Confluence, and scaled Agile frameworks (including Spotify and SAFe) has led to measurable improvements in team performance and project ROI. I bring strong capabilities in system architecture, stakeholder alignment, and delivery in regulated environments, making me a well-suited resource for your company in building innovative and scalable systems.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Technical Project Manager
NEOM
Tabuk
12.2023 - 07.2025
- Managed 8+ Agile projects at NEOM using Jira and Confluence to drive structured sprint planning and backlog management.
- Facilitated over 100 Agile ceremonies, including standups, reviews, and retrospectives, improving team efficiency and engagement.
- Reduced delivery delays by 30% by identifying and resolving blockers through close coordination with internal and vendor teams.
- Supported 5+ cross-functional squads and helped implement a squad-based structure inspired by the Spotify model.
- Maintained alignment with stakeholders through regular reporting and progress tracking, resulting in a 95% milestone delivery rate.
- Contributed to building a transparent, improvement-driven culture across technical and business teams.
Technical Product Owner
We are Nova
Dubai, UAE
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Managed backlog for 6+ products, ensuring clear priorities and sprint readiness.
- Improved release cycle by 40% through structured sprint planning and grooming in Jira.
- Bridged business and tech teams by translating requirements into actionable user stories.
- Achieved 90%+ sprint goal completion by refining backlog and aligning on clear acceptance criteria.
- Supported cross-functional squads, promoting Agile practices and continuous delivery.
Technical Product Owner
Quaid Tech
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Worked with U.S.-based teams at Cardinal Health on remote Agile software development initiatives.
- Ensured adherence to coding standards and QA processes, improving software reliability by 15%.
- Reduced project delays by 20% through better sprint planning and team coordination.
- Optimized development workflows, leading to more efficient resource allocation and delivery consistency.
Project Coordinator (Scrum Master, Product Owner)
Akits
Rawalpindi
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Led Agile transformation and facilitated Scrum ceremonies, improving team delivery and increasing project ROI by 30%.
- Supported squads by aligning business and technical teams on goals, improving delivery focus and transparency.
- Configured and managed Jira for sprint tracking and reporting, reducing delivery overhead by 15% and improving visibility.
- Promoted Agile best practices and coached teams to adopt a structured delivery mindset.
Technical Project Manager
EME NUST
Islamabad
11.2018 - 03.2021
- Led end-to-end Agile project delivery, ensuring timely and quality releases across cross-functional teams.
- Built and rolled out a custom project tracking tool, reducing project delays by 20% and improving sprint visibility.
- Fostered strong stakeholder collaboration, enhancing transparency and team alignment.
- Applied Scrum principles to manage workflows, support teams, and remove delivery bottlenecks.
Project Coordinator
PrimeHr
Islamabad
08.2017 - 11.2018
- Coordinated Agile project activities onsite at HBL, reducing delivery bottlenecks and improving team communication.
- Aligned deliverables with business goals through close stakeholder collaboration, boosting project outcomes by 15%.
- Supported planning and tracking using Agile tools, ensuring smooth execution across multiple teams.
Technical Project Manger | Full Stack Developer
Unicres Pvt Ltd
Islamabad
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Led development of POS and project management tools with integrated Jira, improving delivery tracking and visibility.
- Managed a full-stack team while building Android and web applications, ensuring on-time delivery.
- Improved project efficiency by 25% through streamlined Agile workflows and stronger coding standards.
- Balanced hands-on technical contributions with Agile delivery leadership to support team performance
Education
Master - Data Science (Artificial Intelligence)
Bahria Univerity
Bachelor - software engineering
NUML
Intermediate - Computer Science (ICS)
UOS
Skills
- Agile & Scrum Frameworks (Scrum, Spotify Model, SAFe)
- Sprint Planning, Backlog Management & Jira/Confluence Expertise
- Cross-functional Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Stakeholder Communication & Alignment
- Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Management
- Strategic Planning & Delivery Execution
- Quality Assurance & Coding Standards Enforcement
- Risk Identification & Mitigation
- Process Improvement & Agile Coaching
- System Architecture Understanding (Tech-to-Business Translation)
Certification
- Certified Scrum Product Owner, Scrum Alliance
- Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI, 7341678
- Product Management: Building a Product Roadmap, LinkedIn
- B2B Go-to-Market Strategy: How to Transform Your Business, LinkedIn
- Product Management: Building a Product Strategy, LinkedIn
- Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC)
Accomplishments
- Strategic Leadership: Implemented software development strategies aligned with business goals, resulting in improved ROI by 30%.
- Technical Oversight: Ensured best practices in software architecture and coding standards, leading to a 25% improvement in product scalability and maintainability.
- Project Management Excellence: Successfully led projects within scope, budget, and timelines, reducing delays by 20% and improving project delivery efficiency by 15%.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Spearheaded collaborations with developers, stakeholders, and business units, leading to a 10% increase in stakeholder satisfaction.
- Process Optimization: Championed process improvements across teams, enhancing development efficiency by 20% through Agile and Scrum methodologies.
Languages
English
Fluent
Personal Information
Title: Product and Application Manager
Timeline
Technical Project Manager
NEOM
12.2023 - 07.2025
Technical Product Owner
We are Nova
04.2023 - 11.2023
Technical Product Owner
Quaid Tech
03.2022 - 04.2023
Project Coordinator (Scrum Master, Product Owner)
Akits
04.2021 - 02.2022
Technical Project Manager
EME NUST
11.2018 - 03.2021
Project Coordinator
PrimeHr
08.2017 - 11.2018
Technical Project Manger | Full Stack Developer
Unicres Pvt Ltd
06.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor - software engineering
NUML
Intermediate - Computer Science (ICS)
UOS
Master - Data Science (Artificial Intelligence)
Bahria Univerity
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