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Rama Nagarajan

Strongsville,OH

Summary

Results-driven Data Strategy and Analytics Director with over 20 years of experience in leading data initiatives, driving data-driven cultures, and developing comprehensive data strategies. Proven expertise in data management, analytics, business intelligence, and machine learning. Adept at transforming data into actionable insights, optimizing operations, and fostering collaboration across all levels of an organization. Skilled in developing comprehensive data modernization strategies across GCP, Azure and AWS that optimize data infrastructure, enhance decision-making capabilities, and unlock business value.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director, Data & Analytics

PricewaterhouseCoopers
Cleveland, OH
06.2022 - 06.2024
  • Drove business growth by actively engaging in proposal development, sales pursuits, and client presentations.
  • Guided and reviewed detailed functional and technical specification documentation for a cloud data warehouse solution
  • · Leading multiple engagements to design and develop cloud-based analytics solutions, modern data warehouse using data modeling techniques such as file based, normalized or denormalized, star schemas, schema on read, data model, and graphs for mixed workloads, such as OLTP, OLAP, streaming using any formats (structured, semi-structured, unstructured)
  • Conducted data strategy assessment on current state architecture and recommended future state alignment of client data strategies to business strategy
  • Conducted workshops to identify GenAI use cases and develop strategic roadmaps.
  • Designed and published use cases, business case, implementation goals, and roadmap derived from strategy findings.
  • Led detailed assessments for telecom, consumer, retail, and finance industry clients to identify gaps on data platforms and provide recommendations for data modernization journeys.
  • Managed and executed value-add initiatives to enhance business growth
  • Collaborated with Partners to develop client pipeline for data strategy and data modernization functional groups.
  • Assisted clients with platform selection, data requirement definition, and migration to modern cloud data environments on Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Amazon Web Services, Snowflake, and Teradata.

Enterprise Architect

Cognizant Technology Solutions/ KeyBank
Brooklyn, OH
01.2019 - 06.2022
  • Designed and published road map for Data and Technology transformation projects.
  • Designed and implemented data integration solution with multiple sources, ETL processes, and analytical reports using Cognos, MicroStrategy, and GCP Data Studio.
  • Evaluated new technologies like Spec2graph, Snowflake, and GCP to determine their fitment and ROI for the business.
  • Participated and drove Design Architecture Review Board meetings to evaluate design solutions proposed by various projects and guide teams on standard practices.
  • Collaborated with Delivery and Business to align organizational goals and vision
  • Influenced critical architectural design decisions through dynamic brainstorm discussions.
  • Designed and executed the road map, solution, and implementation strategy for migrating Teradata to Google Cloud – Big Query and Hadoop to GCS (Data Lake) using Abinitio.
  • Served as Enterprise Release Manager responsible for coordinating enterprise data releases throughout the year. Collaborated with 20+ application teams including Data Mapper, Data Tester, and Project Managers to plan test cycles and facilitate successful release implementations.
  • Identified optimization opportunities and solutions to improve quality and increase revenue growth as a Delivery Process Improvement Champion.
  • Managed and successfully executed end-to-end implementation of Workday Transformation initiative for Enterprise Data Platform and FNG Acquisition

Senior Architect

Cognizant Technology Solutions/ KeyBank
Brooklyn, OH
02.2014 - 12.2018
  • Developed and implemented a data and analytic solution for the Credit Risk Reporting, generating critical reports to Federal on a monthly and quarterly basis for over 7 years as well as supporting multiple Acquisition projects.
  • Led data integration initiatives across multiple projects in Enterprise Data Platform.
  • Participated in data modelling design and implementation in Teradata, BIGSQL databases.
  • Led the enterprise test cycle, spearheading effective communication and coordination across teams to meet aggressive timelines

ETL Architect - Abinitio

Syntel Ltd / American Express
Chennai, TamilNadu
02.2004 - 02.2014
  • Led successful transition of Account Receivable System from multiple regions to a unified AR platform, Globe star. Oversaw migration, data integration, historical data cleanup, and relocation of over 100 applications within AMEX Corporate Card.
  • Managed and supervised a diverse team of 50+ offshore resources with various technical skillsets in the Data Transform Utility for Global Corporate Cards' offshore portfolio management.
  • Established direct communication with American Express Director and VP, fostering a strong relationship for collaboration on proposals and new business opportunities.
  • Managed and facilitated resource allocation for QA and ETL development projects with budgets ranging from $100K to over $1M. Collaborated with 15 diverse application teams located in various time zones to gain a comprehensive understanding of project requirements.
  • · Providing Abinitio architectural solutions in integrating various applications.
  • Delivered End-to-End Project deliverables, encompassing Documentation, Sign off, Application Development, and Testing Support.
  • Travelled onshore and offshore to gain understanding of cross-functional requirements and oversee multiple offshore delivery teams.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering -

Shanmugha College of Engineering
India

PG -Diploma in Data Science & Business Analytics -

Texas McCombs University

Skills

  • ETL - Abinitio, Informatica
  • DB - Oracle/Teradata/DB2/BigSql
  • Data Virtualization - Denodo
  • Cloud - Google Cloud, Azure, AWS, Snowflake
  • Scheduling - ControlM, TWS
  • Big Data - Hadoop File System/ BIQSQL
  • Language - Python, Shell Scripting
  • Machine Learning
  • Agile Methodology
  • Data Visualization: Datastudio, Tableau, Looker
  • Data Architecture & Designs
  • Cloud Based Experience
  • Big Data & Data Migration
  • ETL Architecture & Data Integration (SAP)
  • Data Strategy, Data Management, Data Governance, MDM
  • People Management & Leadership
  • Project Management/Stakeholder Management
  • Presales

Certification

  • PMP Certified, Project Management Institute since 2014
  • Certified SAFe Agile Scrum Master - 2020
  • Google Data Engineer - 2022

Awards

  • Winner of AI Transformational Leadership conducted by Cognizant - Jan 2021
  • Excellence in Performance by Cognizant - Mar 2016
  • 10yrs Long Service Award @ SYNTEL - Feb 2014
  • SYNTEL STRETCH - Team Award - Oct 2012.
  • Syntel STRETCH - Individual Award - May 2010
  • Syntel SYNERGY - Team Award - May 2010
  • Client Appreciation Award - Jul 2006
  • Management Award - Feb 2005
  • Best Performer of Year - Feb 2004

Affiliations

  • Volunteer at SEWA

Timeline

Director, Data & Analytics

PricewaterhouseCoopers
06.2022 - 06.2024

Enterprise Architect

Cognizant Technology Solutions/ KeyBank
01.2019 - 06.2022

Senior Architect

Cognizant Technology Solutions/ KeyBank
02.2014 - 12.2018

ETL Architect - Abinitio

Syntel Ltd / American Express
02.2004 - 02.2014

Bachelor of Engineering -

Shanmugha College of Engineering

PG -Diploma in Data Science & Business Analytics -

Texas McCombs University

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