Richard Nguyen
Milton,MA
Summary
Results-driven data professional specializing in data pipeline design and business intelligence solutions. Recognized for problem-solving skills and a strong commitment to data integrity, ready to enhance organizational capabilities through innovative data strategies.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Data Engineer
U.S. Department of Transportation, Volpe Center
Cambridge, MA
2018 - Current
- Collaborate with project sponsors and cross-functional teams to gather requirements for tailored data solutions.
- Manage lifecycle of data product development, including self-service BI dashboards.
- Design and implement data pipelines, optimizing processing and enhancing management capabilities.
- Ensure data quality through rigorous testing and validation procedures.
- Provide technical mentorship to junior data engineers and colleagues, guiding them on best practices and project execution.
Senior Analyst
U.S. Department of Transportation, Volpe Center
Cambridge, MA
2007 - 2017
- Conducted data analysis using SQL and Python to provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making.
- Conducted data analysis using SQL and Python to derive insights for decision-making.
- Prepared detailed reports that summarized findings and provided recommendations to support stakeholder decisions.
Software Engineer
EGG Technical Services
Cambridge, MA
2002 - 2006
- Developed tailored software solutions addressing client-specific applications and technical needs.
- Developed software solutions for client-specific applications and technical needs.
- Analyzed user requirements to create software solutions and generate detailed technical specifications.
- Designed and implemented databases for efficient application data storage.
Infantryman, Veteran status
U.S. Marine Corps
1998 - 2006
- Collaborated with team members to execute mission objectives effectively.
- Communicated clearly with peers and superiors during operations and training exercises.
- Supervised junior enlisted personnel in their duties and responsibilities.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Business Analytics
Bentley University
Waltham, MA06-2019
Master of Science - Computer Engineering
Northeastern University
Boston, MA06-2009
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Norwich University
Northfield, VT06-2002
Skills
- Project coordination
- Data pipeline development
- ETL processes
- Data architecture
- Data governance
- Analytical thinking
- Data analytics
Certification
- Project Management Professional Fundamentals
Highlight Projects
FMCSA Analysis & Information Online (A&I Online)
A web-based data platform that provides carriers' safety measurement data, roadside inspection and crash statistics involving large commercial trucks and buses.
- Led platform modernization efforts, optimizing data pipelines to accelerate safety metric update frequencies and improve platform accessibility for 5M+ daily users.
FMCSA Safety Measurement System (SMS)
An automated monitoring tool that evaluates carrier safety performance and prioritizes high-risk fleets for targeted interventions.
- Architected and developed the SMS algorithm, analyzing 30M+ total safety data points (inspections, violations, and crashes) to evaluate and prioritize 4M commercial carriers.
Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC) TSMART
A specialized, automated risk-monitoring system that monitors motor transport service providers' safety data and performance.
- Managed end-to-end delivery of data products integrating multi-agency datasets from SDDC and DOT to drive actionable safety and operational insights.
Timeline
Lead Data Engineer
U.S. Department of Transportation, Volpe Center
2018 - Current
Senior Analyst
U.S. Department of Transportation, Volpe Center
2007 - 2017
Software Engineer
EGG Technical Services
2002 - 2006
Infantryman, Veteran status
U.S. Marine Corps
1998 - 2006
Graduate Certificate - Business Analytics
Bentley University
Master of Science - Computer Engineering
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Norwich University