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Prasad Degela

Dallas,USA

Summary

  • Results-driven professional with over 20 years of experience in designing and implementing solutions for complex business challenges. Specializes in large-scale data warehousing, real-time analytics, and BI/Data Warehousing reporting technologies.
  • Experienced in Oracle 9i/10g, SQL Server, DB2, and MySQL databases.
  • Experienced data architect with expertise in designing, developing, deploying, and managing ETL solutions using Abinitio, Datastage, Bigdata, and Pyspark.
  • Experienced in designing and implementing database schemas, tables, indexes, views, and other objects with expertise in database management.
  • Developed and implemented backup and recovery strategies to support disaster recovery processes.
  • Conducted regular backups and tested recovery procedures to ensure data integrity and availability in case of failure.
  • Implemented and enforced database security policies, managing user accounts, roles, and permissions to safeguard data.
  • Key focus in automation scripts and tools to streamline the tasks.

Results-driven Process Improvement Manager known for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Excel in process optimization, lean methodologies, and workflow analysis to enhance operational efficiencies. Strong in communication, problem-solving, and leadership, ensuring seamless implementation of improvement strategies for optimal performance. Driven Process Improvement Manager with solid background in leading initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and improve service quality. Notable strengths include analytical problem-solving, project management and communication skills. Previous roles have involved identifying process bottlenecks, implementing solutions and driving positive change within organizations. Successful business professional accomplished in administering, validating and improving business processes. Skilled in auditing existing systems to identify weaknesses and implement corrective actions. Data-driven project manager and problem solver. Results-focused supply chain leader with demonstrated success in resolving technical manufacturing problems. Adept at overseeing supplier activities, monitoring compliance and handling issues with external vendors. Well-versed in supervising quality, schedules and inspections. Competent in cross-functional collaboration and complex problem-solving. Adaptable Manufacturing Engineer with experience dedicated to organizational streamlining. Successful at complex problem solving and training in leadership. Adept at machine maintenance and training new staff. Resourceful professional in manufacturing engineering known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in process optimization, quality control, and lean manufacturing techniques. Excel at problem-solving, teamwork, and communication, ensuring smooth operations and continuous improvement in fast-paced environments. Innovative manufacturing engineer with background in optimizing production processes and integrating new technology to enhance efficiency. Skilled in designing and implementing cost-effective equipment modifications that improve safety and reliability. Strengths include problem-solving, project management, and collaboration across departments to achieve production goals. Previous work led to significant reductions in downtime and material waste, directly impacting operational success. Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact. Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change. Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Process improvement Supervisor

Citi Bank
Dallas, TX
08.2024 - Current
  • Engaged in critical Finance Full Suite application at CITI, spanning multiple regions
  • Optimized workflows using proper data architecture patterns
  • Identifying areas for process automation
  • Streamlined EAP ingestion using Hive, Impala, Sqoop, and Abinitio ELT processes
  • Addressed performance issues in ETL by partnering with engineers and analysts
  • Developed key performance indicators to measure success of process improvement initiatives.
  • Proposed tech solutions to automate time-consuming tasks
  • Examined potential savings from enhanced processes

Senior Engineering Manager (Level 6)

Walmart USA
Dallas, TX
03.2022 - 07.2024
  • Spearheaded transition to internally managed application for sourcing requirements
  • Completed 80% of essential features including Quotation Management system
  • Leveraged SQL/Server, Java Spring Boot, React JS, and GCP BigQuery to build resilient architecture.
  • Engineered strategies for optimal product quality
  • Assessed customer responses to enhance product design
  • Managed a team of engineers responsible for designing, developing, testing and supporting products.

Project Manager / Lead data engineering manager

Citi Bank - (Virtusa)
Hyderabad
06.2014 - 02.2022
  • Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
  • Analyzed data from various sources such as surveys, interviews, focus groups. to inform decision-making related to projects.
  • Presented findings from data analysis in a clear, concise manner that was easily understood by stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Project Manager / Lead data engineering manager

Citi Bank – (Virtusa)
Hyderabad
06.2013 - 05.2014
  • One of the first team members for the Bigdata / Hadoop integration with Abinitio ETL tool
  • Worked closely with Al team and raising the SR to enable the plugins for the Citi Centric customized requirements for the ETL requirements
  • Architected and implemented scalable ETL pipelines to support the integration of structured and unstructured data from multiple sources using the right framework of Abinitio, Pyspark, PL/SQL, Scoop
  • Had opportunity to work on the crucial initiatives like, Reginsight, CCAR, Genesis, RRTS and FFS in CITI
  • Migrate data from legacy systems or other databases to Hadoop/Bigdata
  • Create Abinitio objects, Graphs, Psets, plans
  • Sqoop in data from RDBMS to HDFS system (from Oracle and other RDBS systems) Creating end to end flows using Conduct>IT plans, Control-M utilities Scheduling them through Autosys Scheduler and defining dependencies for effective load processing

Data Advisory Analyst

Suntrust Bank – (IBM India)
Hyderabad
07.2010 - 05.2013
  • Developed and implemented financial models to analyze the impact of various business decisions.
  • Prepared financial reports, variance analysis and ad-hoc analyses for senior management.
  • Conducted research on industry trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for improvement.

Senior Software Engineer

Dell India Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad
10.2007 - 06.2010
  • Developed, tested, and maintained software applications using Java technologies.
  • Designed and implemented user interfaces for web-based applications.
  • Provided technical assistance to junior developers in debugging code.

Senior Software Engineer

Csc / Covansys
Chennai / Bangalore
03.2004 - 09.2007
  • Developed, tested, and maintained software applications using Java technologies.
  • Designed and implemented user interfaces for web-based applications.
  • Provided technical assistance to junior developers in debugging code.

Education

Master of Computer Applications - M.C.A

Madurai Kamaraj University

Higher Diploma - software engineering

Aptech

Skills

  • Database Management: SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL
  • ETL Tools: Abinitio, Datastage, Informatica
  • Big Data: Hadoop, Hive, Spark, Impala
  • Cloud Platforms: Azure (Data Lake, SQL Database), Google Cloud (BigQuery, Cloud Storage)
  • Programming: Pl/sql, Pro
  • C, Python, SQL, Shell Scripting
  • Data Modeling: ERD, Dimensional Modeling, Star/Snowflake Schema
  • Reporting/BI: Power BI, Tableau, SSRS
  • Version Control: Git, SVN, Abinitio EME
  • Scheduler: Autosys, Control Center

Timeline

Process improvement Supervisor

Citi Bank
08.2024 - Current

Senior Engineering Manager (Level 6)

Walmart USA
03.2022 - 07.2024

Project Manager / Lead data engineering manager

Citi Bank - (Virtusa)
06.2014 - 02.2022

Project Manager / Lead data engineering manager

Citi Bank – (Virtusa)
06.2013 - 05.2014

Data Advisory Analyst

Suntrust Bank – (IBM India)
07.2010 - 05.2013

Senior Software Engineer

Dell India Pvt Ltd
10.2007 - 06.2010

Senior Software Engineer

Csc / Covansys
03.2004 - 09.2007

Master of Computer Applications - M.C.A

Madurai Kamaraj University

Higher Diploma - software engineering

Aptech
Prasad Degela