Elvin Gurbanov
Chicago,KS
Summary
Skilled in developing and deploying machine learning models with expertise in Python, TensorFlow, and scikit-learn, offering strong proficiency in data analysis, algorithm optimization, and predictive modeling. Strong work ethic and methodical approach ensure high-quality deliverables and minimal errors, contributing to efficient and accurate project outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Data Scientist
Navy Federal Credit Union
Remote
11.2023 - Current
- Designed and deployed advanced machine learning models to support strategic initiatives in fraud detection, customer insights, and credit risk optimization across Bank customers and products.
- Developed custom data pipelines for efficient data processing, leading to improved model performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including product, engineering, and risk to embed predictive analytics into real-time systems and customer-facing platforms.
- Leveraged tools such as Python, SQL, Spark, and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) to process and analyze high-volume datasets, ensuring efficiency and scalability.
- Developed interactive, executive-level dashboards and reports using Tableau and Power BI, enabling stakeholders to track key metrics, model performance, and business outcomes.
Data Scientist
Opsteameyes Tech-Remote
Mountain View, California
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Spearheaded the end-to-end lifecycle of predictive modeling projects, from data ingestion and transformation to model deployment, contributing to an 40% reduction in operational expenses.
- Applied advanced analytics and statistical techniques using Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch) and SQL to uncover actionable insights from large, complex datasets.
- Architected robust machine learning pipelines encompassing data wrangling, feature selection, algorithm tuning, and production integration for scalable real-time inference.
- Designed and executed A/B experiments and implemented automated model monitoring systems to detect drift and trigger retraining workflows, resulting in a 90% boost in model effectiveness.
- Engineered scalable ML pipelines in cloud environments (AWS, Azure), leveraging services like S3, EC2, SageMaker, and Azure ML for efficient data handling, training, and production deployment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify data-driven solutions for operational challenges.
Data Scientist
Capitalbank
03.2017 - 01.2021
- Applied a broad range of machine learning techniques—including classification, regression, clustering, and time series modeling—to streamline banking workflows, enhance revenue generation, and minimize operational costs.
- Extracted and engineered high-quality datasets from enterprise Data Warehouses using advanced SQL, resolving data inconsistencies and strengthening model reliability through improved data governance.
- Performed in-depth exploratory data analysis (EDA) using Python (Pandas, NumPy, Seaborn, Matplotlib) and Dataiku to surface patterns, anomalies, and business opportunities hidden within complex financial datasets.
- Delivered interactive Tableau dashboards that translated analytical findings into actionable insights, directly influencing credit strategies and operational decisions across business units.
- Automated and optimized ETL workflows for scalable and efficient data extraction, transformation, and loading from internal DWH systems, accelerating the model development cycle.
Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Financial Economics
Hacettepe University
Ankara, Turkey06.2017
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Statistics
Ankara University
Ankara, Turkey01.2013
Skills
- Agile methodologies
- Data warehousing
- Python
- Deep learning
- NLP
- Data visualization
- Database structures
- Dataiku
- Pandas
- Power BI
- AWS
- Statistical analysis
- Machine learning algorithms
- SQL
- Supervised and Unsupervised learning
- ETL
- Tableau
- Data preprocessing and cleaning
- R
- NumPy
- Azure Databriks
- Machine learning
Timeline
Senior Data Scientist
Navy Federal Credit Union
11.2023 - Current
Data Scientist
Opsteameyes Tech-Remote
04.2021 - 09.2023
Data Scientist
Capitalbank
03.2017 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Statistics
Ankara University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Financial Economics
Hacettepe University