Manikanta Girish P
Data Analyst
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Data Analyst and Generative AI Practitioner with a Master's in Business Analytics (GPA 3.70/4.0), accredited in Databricks, Generative AI, and cloud analytics. Expertise in developing KPI dashboards, predictive models, and automating reporting workflows to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and risk mitigation. Proficient in translating raw data into actionable business insights across enterprise, finance, and technology transformation initiatives. Experienced in identifying software defects through rigorous testing processes, employing structured test cases to ensure high-quality software releases while collaborating effectively with development teams to resolve issues promptly.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Software Tester Intern
Incrivelsoft LLC
09.2025 - Current
- - Developed and executed comprehensive manual and GenAI-powered test cases for web applications, ensuring release-readiness and user satisfaction.
- - Integrated Databricks and cloud tools to automate test pipelines and speed up feedback loops by 40%.
- - Collaborated with engineering and design teams to triage defects and enhance product quality.
- - Created actionable bug/feature reports, improving defect resolution rate and coverage of critical flows.
- Remote
Business Analyst
Like Minded Software
02.2025 - 05.2025
- - Led full-cycle design and deployment of KPI dashboards in Power BI, Tableau, and Databricks, providing leadership with real-time visibility and decision tools.
- - Automated reporting cycles (SQL, Python), cutting turnaround time by 30% and improving efficiency across finance and operations.
- - Engineered data pipelines for risk scoring and financial forecasts, driving process accuracy and enabling predictive model adoption.
Business Development Intern
Edu Versity
09.2022 - 05.2023
- - Analyzed CRM trends to deliver customer retention strategies, increasing repeat engagement by 15%.
- - Automated pipeline and reporting mechanisms, reducing manual effort and delay by 25%.
- - Presented analytics findings to leadership, influencing product and marketing direction.
Business Analyst Intern
Celebal Technologies Private
06.2022 - 08.2022
- - Built, tested, and maintained Tableau dashboards for operations, enabling data-driven decisions over datasets of 5M+ entries.
- - Collaborated cross-functionally to optimize BI workflows, achieving a 12% reduction in operational costs.
- - Documented and presented insights to managers, facilitating rapid technical adoption.
Social Media Manager Intern
Ample Organization
09.2019 - 06.2022
- - Automated data-driven marketing campaigns (Python, Excel), enhancing user engagement by 40% and multichannel growth.
- - Used analytics dashboards to monitor trends and recommend strategic pivots.
Education
M.S. - Business Analytics
University of New Haven
USA 08.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Lovely Professional University
India 08.2019 - 05.2023
Accomplishments
- Cut reporting cycles by 30%+ via robust BI dashboards (Power BI/Tableau/Databricks).
- Deployed ML and forecasting models increasing decision accuracy by 20%.
- Automated workflows saving 15+ hours/month for teams and managers.
- Reduced business risk 22% through ML-based decision tools.
- Presented actionable data insights to executive panels, securing stakeholder buy-in.
SKILLS
- Generative AI: LLMs, MLflow, Prompt Engineering, Vector Search, RAG
- Data Analytics & Visualization: SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI, Excel Pivot, DAX, VBA
- Cloud Platforms: Databricks, Google Cloud Platform, AWS
- Machine Learning: Regression, Classification, Time-Series, Forecasting (Prophet, Random Forest)
- Automation: ETL/ELT, RPA, Workflow Orchestration, KPI Dashboarding
- Business Intelligence: Executive Reporting, Data Storytelling
- Agile Project Management: Scrum, Lean, Data Compliance (GDPR, HIPAA)
- Leadership & Communication: Stakeholder Engagement, Executive Presentation
Affiliations
Data Analytics Society, University of New Haven
Certification
- Databricks Accredited Fundamentals (2025)
- Databricks Certified Generative AI Engineer Associate (2025)
- Google Cloud Data & Storage Foundations (2025)
- SQL for Data Analysis (Microsoft/LinkedIn)
- Career Essentials in Business Analysis (LinkedIn)
- Lean Software Development (NASBA)
- Process Improvement Foundations
- (Add: AWS Solutions Architect, PMP, CSM if completed or in progress)
Recognition
Awarded formal Letter of Recommendation (executive leadership, Like Minded Software).
Timeline
Software Tester Intern
Incrivelsoft LLC
09.2025 - Current
Business Analyst
Like Minded Software
02.2025 - 05.2025
M.S. - Business Analytics
University of New Haven
08.2023 - 05.2025
Business Development Intern
Edu Versity
09.2022 - 05.2023
Business Analyst Intern
Celebal Technologies Private
06.2022 - 08.2022
Social Media Manager Intern
Ample Organization
09.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Lovely Professional University
08.2019 - 05.2023