Innovative and results-oriented Technical Project Manager with over 11 years of experience excelling in the conceptual and technological applications of complex project management. Leveraging strong leadership, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration abilities, I am dedicated to driving individual, team, and organizational performance to new heights. My unwavering commitment to excellence and adaptability in fast-paced environments, coupled with a keen tolerance for ambiguity, ensures unparalleled success in delivering cutting-edge solutions. Let me bring my data-driven expertise and eye for innovation to elevate your organization's project initiatives to unprecedented levels of success.

ARAFAT CHOWDHURY

Innovative and results-oriented Technical Project Manager with over 11 years of experience excelling in the conceptual and technological applications of complex project management. Leveraging strong leadership, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration abilities, I am dedicated to driving individual, team, and organizational performance to new heights. My unwavering commitment to excellence and adaptability in fast-paced environments, coupled with a keen tolerance for ambiguity, ensures unparalleled success in delivering cutting-edge solutions. Let me bring my data-driven expertise and eye for innovation to elevate your organization's project initiatives to unprecedented levels of success.

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Innovative and results-oriented Technical Project Manager with over 11 years of experience excelling in the conceptual and technological applications of complex project management. Leveraging strong leadership, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration abilities, I am dedicated to driving individual, team, and organizational performance to new heights.

My unwavering commitment to excellence and adaptability in fast-paced environments, coupled with a keen tolerance for ambiguity, ensures unparalleled success in delivering cutting-edge solutions. Let me bring my data-driven expertise and eye for innovation to elevate your organization’s project initiatives to unprecedented levels of success.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Technical Project Manager at Arafat Web
June 1, 2023 - Present
Led cross-functional teams of developers, designers, and testers to deliver high-quality products, earning accolades for customization and innovative design. Spearheaded bug resolution improving overall website performance and user satisfaction by 20%. Conceptualized and implemented custom features, boosting user engagement by 15%. Managed Shopify customization projects, increasing conversion rates by 18% on average. Employed Agile PM practices to ensure on-time and on-budget deliveries, achieving a 98% client satisfaction rate.
Senior Project Manager at Abacus Company Bangladesh
January 1, 2021 - March 31, 2023
Developed and managed ERP solutions for apparel, healthcare, and human resources sectors, increasing efficiency by up to 40% and reducing costs by up to 35% annually. Increased client retention by up to 55% within 6 months via strategic technical consultancy and improved cross-functional communication by up to 65% within 9 months. Managed business requirements into technical solutions with ROI of 8-15% annually by implementing risk matrices and mitigation techniques. Improved customer satisfaction by 35% in 6 months by launching a data-driven survey system and maintaining JIRA for issue tracking and releases.
Project Manager at Abacus Company Bangladesh
December 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Delivered web and mobile applications worth over $45M, achieving 100K+ to 1M monthly visitors within 6 months by building a scaled agile team. Increased project efficiency by 70% and reduced costs by 45% within 9 months through lean budgeting and procurement management. Helped startups and e-commerce businesses grow, with 75% annual revenue growth and 65% rise in customer acquisition within 6 months. Directly managed critical path, driving requirement alignment, conflict resolution, and accountability for B2B projects at client PMOs.
IT Project Manager at BluePeak Finland
October 1, 2017 - November 30, 2018
Led a 20+-member product development team for the WaterBeyond project to build MVP and target 100K+ customers within 6 months, with $6M annual revenue potential. Prepared risk and impact assessments to guide feature design. Served as Scrum Master, implementing Kanban via Trello and leading sprint retrospectives, reviews, backlog refinement, prioritization, and progress tracking on burndown charts.
Full Stack Web Developer at Fiverr.com (Freelance)
July 1, 2016 - September 30, 2017
Developed a custom web application for Crime TV Film Festival and implemented AWS architecture for release and deployment, achieving 70% user adoption within 9 months. Designed and developed the WordPress site for American Crisis Prevention and Management Association with PayPal integration, generating $4M in 12 months. Built Professional Ghost-writer for Hire site, migrating hosting and increasing sales by 65% within 6 months.
Team Leader at Upwork.com (Freelance)
May 1, 2011 - June 30, 2016
Led a team of 15 Product Specialists to manage inventory for Love heals, identifying and uploading 25K+ products. Coached 20 Web Researchers for data projects powering international e-commerce platforms. Trained 32 Lead Generation Specialists to develop 20K+ C-level leads in 3 months.
Team Lead Manager at Locu Inc. (Dhaka, Bangladesh)
April 1, 2011 - March 31, 2014
Supervised 30+ data specialists, delivering 98% accuracy within 6 months; Locu was acquired by GoDaddy for $70M. Maintained a 10+ member QA team focusing on restaurants and professional services, curating databases with strong data security. Led communication strategy development for improved cross-team collaboration.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering and IT at The University of Melbourne
January 1, 2024 - February 13, 2026
Project Management Professional Certificate (PMP) at Google
January 1, 2022 - February 13, 2026
Master of Engineering at Universiti Tenaga Nasional, Malaysia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Mobile App Design and Development at Bangladesh Computer Council
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Full Stack Web Design and Development at CodersTrust Bangladesh
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Science at Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificate
January 1, 2022 - February 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment

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