Akhila Tirunagari
Farmington,MI
Summary
- Passionate and results-driven graduate student in Information Systems & Technology at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, leveraging analytical expertise and data-driven insights to drive innovation, optimize project outcomes, and deliver high-quality solutions through strategic project management and seamless cross-functional collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
CIS Department
09.2024 - Current
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities, including coursework, teaching assistantships, and grading duties while maintaining a strong academic record.
Assistant System Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Led project and production management for software development initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and strict adherence to quality standards, reducing production downtime by 20%.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and QA, to drive efficient project execution, improving resource allocation and task prioritization by 25%.
- Maintained strong client relationships by gathering requirements, providing regular updates, and addressing concerns, achieving 95% client satisfaction rate.
- Developed comprehensive technical documentation, user manuals, and training materials, enabling seamless knowledge transfer and enhanced team productivity.
Technical Fest Lead Organizer
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
01.2021 - 04.2021
Served as Lead Organizer for Techfest, the premier inter-college technical festival, orchestrating collaborations with sponsors, industry partners, and vendors to secure high-value sponsorships and streamline event logistics.
Education
MS - Information Systems and Technology
University of Michigan
Dearborn, MI12.2025
Bachelor of Technology - Chemical Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Hyderabad,India07.2021
Skills
- Python
- Java
- C#
- NET Core
- Web Technologies(HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- SQL
- MySQL
- PostgreSQL
Coursework
- Database Systems
- Software Engineering
- Enterprise Information Systems (SAP)
- Big Data Analytics and Visualization
- Project Management and Control
- Systems Engineering
Projects
Netflix Dataset Analysis and Modelling: Designed and implemented a robust PostgreSQL database system for analyzing Netflix viewing data, ensuring scalability and efficiency. (Link: https://github.com/Akhilatiru/Netflix-DataSet-Analysis)
Sephora Product Data Analysis: Analyzed over 9000 products, focusing on average ratings and pricing, uncovering key trends in consumer preferences. (Link: https://github.com/Akhilatiru/Sephora-Product-Analysis)
E-commerce Web Application Development: Built a comprehensive e-commerce web application from scratch, covering frontend and backend development.
Certification
Programming for Everybody (Python) and Python Data Structures, University of Michigan, 07/01/20
Accomplishments
Served as the Technical Team Head and Sponsorship Team Coordinator for GENOS, a national-level technical fest at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, India, where I organized the AFFICHE, TRIVIA, CHEMFLUENCE, and SOLUTIONRISE technical events.
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
CIS Department
09.2024 - Current
Assistant System Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services
08.2021 - 09.2022
Technical Fest Lead Organizer
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
01.2021 - 04.2021
MS - Information Systems and Technology
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Technology - Chemical Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University