Kanthini Balamurugan
Ann Arbor,MI
Summary
Dedicated and dynamic master's graduate in data science specializing in data warehousing and cloud technology. Proven track record of over 3 years in developing and maintaining large-scale data processing systems. Successful in project management, implementing data pipelines, optimizing query performance, and ensuring data integrity. Skilled at building strong relationships with valuable clients to nurture long-term partnerships. Results-driven engineer with excellent communication, time-management, and teamwork abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Technical Consultant (Data Engineer)
PERFCIENT
Chennai, India
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Designed and implemented AWS Lambda functions with S3 event triggers to automate the orchestration of AWS Glue jobs, enabling seamless data pipeline execution
- Developed scalable AWS Glue jobs using PySpark to invoke Redshift stored procedures for batch and incremental data loads, ensuring efficient data processing
- Created and maintained complex Amazon Redshift stored procedures to populate target tables based on the defined data model, enhancing data accuracy and integrity
- Automated end to end auditing and process control checks, improving operational visibility and reducing manual intervention
- Implemented data validation and quality checks using AWS Athena and SQL-based rules, ensuring reliable data processing and compliance with business requirements
- Prepared comprehensive Technical Design Documents detailing the architecture, ETL/ELT workflows, and system components, facilitating smooth knowledge transfer and project handover
- Collaborated with QA teams to develop detailed Test Case Documents and supported end to end testing to ensure robust, error-free deployments
- Integrated monitoring and alerting using Amazon CloudWatch and SNS, enabling proactive issue detection and operational efficiency
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, serverless, and secure data pipeline solutions aligned with DevOps using Terraform
Machine Learning Intern
MOBIUS KNOWLEDGE SERVICES
Chennai, India
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, ensuring alignment of machine learning solutions with client objectives
- Preprocessed and wrangled raw datasets based on project specifications to ensure data quality, consistency, and suitability for model development
- Developed, trained, and evaluated multiple machine learning models, achieving over 93% accuracy, and performed comparative analysis to identify the most effective solution
Collections Officer
PROBE GROUP
Melbourne, Australia
06.2019 - 11.2020
- Effectively negotiated and arranged tailored payment solutions to assist customers in resolving outstanding debts while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of all customer interactions and agreements in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Consistently achieved and exceeded monthly recovery targets of $50,000 AUD, demonstrating strong communication and negotiation skills
- Maintained a high standard of operational excellence by upholding quality assurance records exceeding 90% on a monthly basis
Programmer Analyst
COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
Chennai, India
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Managed and maintained scheduler operations, performed query optimization, and configured system settings to ensure efficient application performance
- Prepared and presented comprehensive weekly status reports to clients, providing clear updates on project progress, risks, and deliverables
- Collaborated with cross-functional project teams to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions aligned with business objectives
- Consolidated, organized, and maintained critical project documentation to support project tracking and effective knowledge management
- Successfully planned, coordinated, and supported all project release activities, ensuring smooth deployments and minimal downtime
- Oversaw the maintenance and configuration of various testing environments to facilitate quality assurance and integration
Education
Master of Science - Data Science
Monash University
02-2019
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics & Communication Engineering
SRM University
05-2015
Skills
- ETL development
- Data warehousing
- Database design
- Relational databases
- Cloud computing
- Data visualization
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Associate Technical Consultant (Data Engineer)
PERFCIENT
05.2021 - 07.2022
Machine Learning Intern
MOBIUS KNOWLEDGE SERVICES
02.2021 - 05.2021
Collections Officer
PROBE GROUP
06.2019 - 11.2020
Programmer Analyst
COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
09.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics & Communication Engineering
SRM University
Master of Science - Data Science
Monash University
Core Skills
Snowflake, AWS (Lambda, S3, Glue, Athena), Python, PySpark, SQL, R, C, Git, Terraform, CI/CD, AWS CloudWatch, AWS Redshift, MySQL, Tableau, Microsoft Powerpoint, Agile Methodologies, Version Control, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Excel, Canva