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Sai Goteti

Frisco,Tx

Summary

Experienced Data Engineering Technical Manager with over 11 years of expertise in driving Data Modernization initiatives, including the establishment of Data Lakes, Data Analytics, and Data Science teams. Proven track record in successfully executing projects in these domains. In the ever-evolving landscape of Information Technology (IT), I am not just a Project Manager; I am a catalyst for transformative change. With a wealth of experience, I am specialized in orchestrating large-scale IT engagements, dissecting intricate problems, and delivering impactful software solutions rooted in the core of innovation. A hands-on leader with a proven track record of delivering software engineering solutions with key business outcomes and measurable metrics in program and project management. My leadership is defined by the seamless integration of People, Process, and Cloud Technology, channeling cross-functional collaboration towards singular enterprise goals. I excel in revolutionizing critical areas such as data, financial systems, AdOps and No Code - Low Code platforms. At the heart of my approach lies a deep commitment to excellence. My expertise extends beyond conventional boundaries, empowering organizations to navigate the complexities of the digital age with finesse.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Data Engineering Technical Manager

Pepsi Co
05.2022 - 03.2024
  • Lead a team of data scientists and analysts in delivering actionable insights and predictive models to drive business strategies and decision-making
  • Spearhead the development and implementation of machine learning algorithms and statistical models to optimize operations and enhance customer experience
  • Team building Data / Delta Lake house for reduce EDW cost
  • Take initiative to build ETL free uniform Data format solutions (Parquet , Delta , Iceberg) to share between data tools without data pipelines
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with stakeholders to identify business opportunities and develop data-driven solutions to address complex challenges
  • Enterprise level DE team used Azure Data Factory / GLUE for ETL Solution , Data flow and Workflow orchestration
  • Established best practices for data collection, preprocessing, analysis, and visualization to ensure data quality and integrity
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Proven leadership abilities, with a track record of building and managing high-performing teams
  • Ensured data integrity and compliance with privacy regulations across all data science initiatives, safeguarding user data with a 100% adherence to regulatory standards
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including HR, IT, legal, and compliance, to align data science initiatives with organizational goals and regulatory requirements
  • Oversee the end-to-end project lifecycle of data science initiatives, from conception to deployment and evaluation
  • Defined project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business priorities and stakeholder expectations.

Manager

7 Eleven
02.2017 - 05.2022
  • Led the Data Infrastructure Specialized Capability Group (SCG) and people growth
  • Directed multiple initiatives based on Agile methodologies that involved senior stakeholders from Finance, Marketing and internal departments
  • Provided Marketing and Regional leadership creating program and product roadmaps
  • Facilitated workshops for Discovery, Design, and Foundation phases of a Data Hub engagement
  • Planned Sprints, facilitated scrum meetings, and effectively collaborated with the client and other vendor teams, estimating, tracking progress, reporting, and managing finances
  • Diligent scrum master for many internal engagements.

Program Manager

Operative Media
02.2014 - 12.2016
  • Program lead for the Data and Integration Specialized Capability Groups (SCGs)
  • Owned planning budget and strategy and goals for the SCG, responsible for team growth to more than 250 data engineers across multiple geographies.

Education

Master of Science - Computer Science

Silicon Valley University
San Jose, CA

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Delivery Management
  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Risk Management
  • Financial and Resource Management
  • Process Improvements
  • Data Project Management
  • Agile Scrum Methodologies
  • SAFe
  • Cloud Technologies with AWS and Azure
  • SDLC
  • Data Lakes
  • Data Governance
  • Enterprise Metastore
  • Data Science
  • AI
  • MLOps
  • MLflow
  • Quality Assurance
  • Vendor Management
  • DevOps Practices
  • Transition Management
  • Managed Services

Certification

  • PMI Member
  • Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt
  • Certified AWS Solutions Architect - Associate

Timeline

Data Engineering Technical Manager

Pepsi Co
05.2022 - 03.2024

Manager

7 Eleven
02.2017 - 05.2022

Program Manager

Operative Media
02.2014 - 12.2016

Master of Science - Computer Science

Silicon Valley University

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Sai Goteti