Mae Gordon

 Simi Valley, 93065 CA - - Mae V. Gordon   Summary Experienced Agile Release Manager, Certified Scrum Master, and Product Owner with a proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, managing end-to-end software releases, and ensuring product quality. Adept at driving integration and infrastructure projects using Agile methodologies, with a strong focus on collaboration, efficiency, and delivering high-quality solutions on time and within budget. Skills Technical Skills Agile & Scrum Project & Release Management JIRA, Confluence, Trello SAP, Salesforce, ServiceNow, MAXIMO QA, Test Planning, End-to-End Testing CI/CD, DevOps, Azure, GIT Data Warehousing, Big Data, Power BI, Tableau Soft Skills Stakeholder Communication Cross-functional Collaboration Risk & Change Management Analytical Thinking Decision-Making Adaptability Organizational Skills Experience Agile Product Owner Elevance Health | Woodland Hills, CA | March 2020 - December 2023 Defined and prioritized backlog items to improve sprint delivery. Led Agile ceremonies to enhance team performance and collaboration. Translated business needs into clear user stories, reducing rework. Aligned product vision with business strategy to boost engagement. Managed roadmaps and releases to deliver features on schedule. Monitored KPIs to guide iterations and enhance product adoption. Facilitated cross-team communication to ensure stakeholder alignment. Championed user-centered design to improve overall experience. Used data insights to prioritize enhancements and reduce issues. Ensured regulatory compliance across all development phases. Release Manager / Certified Scrum Master Elevance Health | Woodland Hills, CA | March 2015 - March 2020 Coordinated releases to ensure timely, error-free deployments. Facilitated Agile ceremonies to align teams and improve delivery. Managed risks and dependencies to maintain release stability. Streamlined processes to enhance release efficiency. Collaborated across teams to ensure quality and readiness. Resolved release issues promptly to ensure continuity. Implemented feedback-driven improvements to boost outcomes. Ensured compliance throughout the release lifecycle. Led readiness reviews to reduce post-release issues. Coached teams on Agile practices to strengthen delivery. Technical Project Manager Bank of America | Agoura Hills, CA | February 2010 - September 2014 Led technical projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring on-time execution. Coordinated cross-functional teams to align tech solutions with business goals. Managed scope, budget, and timelines to deliver high-impact results. Oversaw system upgrades to boost efficiency and reduce downtime. Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions. Mitigated risks and issues to keep projects on track. Applied Agile and Waterfall methods to improve delivery outcomes. Quality Assurance Analyst Bank of America | Agoura Hills, CA | December 2007 - February 2010 Created and executed test plans to ensure software quality. Identified defects and collaborated on timely resolutions. Performed functional, regression, and UAT testing. Automated tests to boost coverage and reduce manual work. Monitored results to improve QA processes. Validated compliance with regulatory standards. Streamlined workflows to speed up release cycles. Improved usability through actionable feedback. Reported findings to stakeholders for transparency. Websites, Portfolios, Profiles linkedin.com/in/mae-gordon-/ Certifications Certified Scrum Master, Present Career Note Position was eliminated at the end of 2023. Diagnosed with and treated for Ovarian Cancer. Now in full remission and ready to return to work. Volunteer Experience Judge, Fargo's Angels: Dedicated to preserving the spirit of Conejo Valley, 11/01/23, Present, Contributing to a grassroots movement aimed at reviving and preserving the local town's parade, enhancing community engagement and historical appreciation. #HRJ#0abb739a-2e29-426a-ab5c-c947fc582bc8#