# Ratna Priya Kanagala

> Technical Program Manager | Business Analyst | Project Manager | Scrum Master | Design Consultant

Location: Tracy, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/ratna

Technical Project Manager with Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3+ years of experience in project and program environments, specializing in requirements analysis, stakeholder collaboration, and process improvement. Certified Professional Scrum Master (PSM-1) and AI Project Manager with foundational knowledge in Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodologies, and Python for AI. Proven ability to define requirements, manage product backlogs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions. Working knowledge of Python to support analytical thinking, automation, and technical discussions with engineering teams.

Strong critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to bridge the gap between business stakeholders and technical teams. Actively seeking Business Analyst or Technical Program roles where analytical expertise, structured thinking, and business-focused solutions can drive measurable impact.

• Managing AI Projects: From Strategy to Delivery | John Hopkins University 
• Professional Scrum Master I Certification (PSM-1) | Scrum.org
• Software Development Life Cycle Certification | University of Minnesota
• AI Python for Beginners Certification | DeepLearning.AI
• Management of Software Systems | Florida Institute of Technology

## Work Experience
### AI Program & Delivery Projects Portfolio @ Independent
Jan 2025 – Present | Tracy, CA
Managing AI Projects: From Strategy to Delivery | Johns Hopkins University
•Applied Agile methodologies and risk mitigation strategies to design and deliver scalable AI initiatives; addressed resource allocation, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional coordination in AI-driven environments
Professional Scrum Master I (PSM-I) | Scrum.org
•Demonstrated knowledge of Scrum theory, timeboxed ceremony facilitation, backlog refinement, and impediment management as defined in the Scrum Guide
Software Development Life Cycle Specialization | University of Minnesota
•Specialized in Agile, Lean, Scrum, Kanban, and XP; applied backlog slicing, WIP limits, sizing, retrospectives, and improvement experiments through real-world delivery case studies

### Design Selection Manager @ Sixth Element Homes
Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 | Dallas, Texas, United States
• Coordinated 7 projects with cross-functional teams including contractors, suppliers, and homeowners
• Collaborated with project managers to determine progress against quarterly objectives in fast-paced environment
• Worked in ambiguous environments, asking critical questions to clarify requirements and align stakeholder expectations

### Project Manager @ Ratna Products India Pvt Ltd
Jan 2012 – Jan 2014 | Hyderabad, Telangana, India
• Led cross-functional team to plan and execute $1 million facility construction project, managing scope, timelines, and budget
• Interfaced with vendors and stakeholders to deliver infrastructure project on schedule
• Developed project plans with defined milestones and implemented risk management strategies


## Education
### Bachelor of Technology - BTech in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH)

### Bachelor of Technology - BTech in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Bhoj Reddy Engineering College for Women (BRECW), Hyderabad


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/ratnapkanagala

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Last updated: 2026-04-13