Ather Rashid
Ilford,Pakistan
Summary
A highly motivated Project Manager and Software Engineering professional with over three years of experience managing software development projects, leading multidisciplinary teams, and delivering technology solutions that support organisational objectives. Experienced in project planning, stakeholder engagement, resource management, quality assurance, and client relationship management throughout the project lifecycle.
Holding a Master of Science in Cyber Security from the University of Hertfordshire, I combine technical expertise with strong managerial capabilities. My academic and professional background has developed my interests in organisational leadership, digital transformation, information systems, project governance, and strategic decision-making.
I am seeking to undertake a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) to further develop my research capability and contribute to advancing knowledge in technology management, innovation, and business leadership.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Project Manager
The Big Shark Solutions
Karachi, Pakistan
2020.01 - 2023.01
- Planned and delivered 12+ software projects on time and within budget.
- Led a team of 15 developers, QA engineers, and business analysts, achieving 95% on-time project delivery.
- Coordinated client and technical teams to translate business requirements into successful project deliverables.
- Allocated project resources and monitored performance to maximise operational efficiency.
- Maintained project quality standards throughout software development lifecycle.
- Conducted project planning, scheduling, progress monitoring and risk management activities.
- Prepared project reports and communicated project status to senior management and stakeholders.
- Supported organisational growth through effective leadership and continuous process improvement.
- Worked closely with development teams to deliver innovative software solutions aligned with client expectations.
- Successfully managed multiple software projects from planning to implementation.
- Improved client satisfaction by 30% through effective stakeholder communication.
- Managed project budgets of PKR 20M+ while maintaining project quality.
- Demonstrated strong leadership, communication and organisational skills while managing multiple priorities.
Education
Master of Science (MSc) Cyber Security - Cyber Security
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield 2023.01 - 2025.06
Master of Science (MSc) Computer Science -
Arid Agriculture University
Rawalpindi, Pakistan 2018.01 - 2020.01
Bachelor of Science - Science
F.G Sir Syed Degree College
Rawalpindi Pakistan 2015.03 - 2017.08
Skills
- Digital Transformation
- Project Management
- Technology Management
- Business Strategy
- Information Systems
- Innovation Management
- Cyber Security Governance
- Leadership
- Business Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organisational Management
- Team Collaboration
Affiliations
- Leadership and business strategy Research and continuous professional development
Timeline
Master of Science (MSc) Cyber Security - Cyber Security
University of Hertfordshire
2023.01 - 2025.06
Project Manager
The Big Shark Solutions
2020.01 - 2023.01
Master of Science (MSc) Computer Science -
Arid Agriculture University
2018.01 - 2020.01
Bachelor of Science - Science
F.G Sir Syed Degree College
2015.03 - 2017.08