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Santhosh Kurup

Santhosh Kurup

Solutions Architect - Data & Analytics
Arlington Heights,IL
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Summary

Digital Modernization Evangelist, Analytics & Data Solutions Architect with over 3 Decades of Architectural & Management background within various spaces of Information Technology. A specialist in Analytical & data warehousing solutions using all modern technologies with current focus on cloud based solutions and migrations. Data Architect with very deep knowledge and experience in building state of art solutions. Leverages outstanding prioritization, planning, and organizational abilities to deliver winning products/services on time and within budget. Strategic problem solver adept in diagnosing and resolving complex business and software issues. Skilled communicator; can effectively discuss technical issues with non-technical personnel as well as senior management and train technical teams on effective troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques.

Specialties: Cloud computing & migrations , Analytics, Business Intelligence, , Data Warehousing, Enterprise IT Solutions ,Technology Integration, Business Process Re-Engineering
Team Building & Leadership

Overview

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years of professional experience

Senior Solutions Architect

HCL America, Inc
2018.10 - 2019.11
  • Designed and Implemented Data & Analytical Solutions for various clients.
  • Worked closely with Stake Holders, Business Analysts, Architects and Data Modelers & development teams.
  • Led cross-functional teams in systems integration projects.
  • Developed cost-savings and new solutions to existing problems through persistent research and innovation.
  • Interfaced with cross-functional team of business analysts, developers and technical support professionals to determine comprehensive list of requirement specifications for new applications.
  • Maintained industry knowledge through continuing education, training and monitoring of industry publications.

Technology Consultant

Independent
2017.02 - 2018.06
  • Served as an independent technology strategy consultant providing design & advisory services
  • Facilitated IT enterprise architecture across organization's enterprise transformation programs.
  • Worked closely with infrastructure staff and departmental decision makers to identify, recommend, develop and implement cost-effective technology solutions.

Senior Solutions Architect

HCL America, Inc
2014.11 - 2016.12
  • Designed and Implemented Data & Analytical Solutions for various clients.
  • Worked closely with Stake Holders, Business Analysts, Architects and Data Modelers & development teams.
  • Led cross-functional teams in systems integration projects.
  • Developed cost-savings and new solutions to existing problems through persistent research and innovation.
  • Interfaced with cross-functional team of business analysts, developers and technical support professionals to determine comprehensive list of requirement specifications for new applications.
  • Maintained industry knowledge through continuing education, training and monitoring of industry publications.

Senior Business Intelligence Consultant

Microstrategy , Inc
2011.08 - 2014.07

• Designed and implemented BI Solutions for various clients.

• Worked closely with Stake Holders, Business Analysts, Data ware house architects and BI development teams.

• Designed DatawareHouse & Marts based on application's functional and performance goals.

  • Designed customized data collection models for specific visualization tasks.
  • Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain business information and key data informing responses to development requests.
  • Optimized system and platform performance capabilities in most efficient, practical way possible.

Sr BI Tech Lead & Database Manager

Arthur J Gallagher And Company
Itasca , IL
2008.12 - 2011.03

• As senior application development manager role in this organization responsible for strategizing and managing all aspects of Business Intelligence, Data ware Housing, Enterprise planning (Budgeting) Architecture, Delivery and Database Management.

• Cognos BI and Enterprise planning were the key tools.

• These applications have a global customer base.

• My responsibilities included defining strategic direction, Implementation and upkeep of existing applications.

• I was also responsible for defining a database management strategy and implementation.

• During my tenure I developed and mentored a Global team for BI, Planning and Database management which resulted in significant savings for the organization.

Manager/Chief Software Architect

JSC Global Solutions, Inc
1997.04 - 2008.07
  • Managed all aspects of client engagement as a part of Business Intelligence practice.
  • Designed and implemented performance management solutions such as balance score cards, dashboards for various clients.
  • Responsible for managing application development teams and guiding them through the software development life cycle, from requirements gathering/analysis to solution design, development, testing, and implementation.
  • Prepared comprehensive project plans complete with scope, milestones, and deliverables based on critical customer inputs, including functional requirements, corporate mission, and end-user needs.
  • Established and cultivated relationships with technology vendors and service providers.

Principal Consultant

Kurup Technology Services
1996.02 - 1997.03
  • Served as an independent technology strategy consultant providing manufacturing, professional services, and consumer retail clients with innovative solution strategies.
  • Established documentation detailing technology architecture, defined application requirements, and developed technical specifications to direct teams in solution engineering and deployment.

Junior Vice President & Chief Software Architect

Choice Trading Corporation Ltd
1988.05 - 1996.01
  • Developed IT services group with an operating budget of $100K and a team of 25 technical professionals.
  • Trained employees in system/network management and support.
  • Researched emerging technologies used to streamline business processes and drive cost improvements enterprise-wide.
  • Designed & supervised software implementations

Senior Programmer

Datamatics Consultants Ltd
  • Programming using 'C' Language

Work History

MBA - Business Management

Northern Illinois University
2006.08 - 2008.05

Post-Graduate Diploma - Computer Science

Datamatics Institute Of Management
1981.09 - 1983.05

Bachelor of Science - Physics

University Of Kerala
1978.07 - 1981.05

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Certification

Certified Snowflake Professional

Certified Snowflake Professional

2021-01
Senior Solutions Architect - HCL America, Inc
2018.10 - 2019.11
Technology Consultant - Independent
2017.02 - 2018.06
Senior Solutions Architect - HCL America, Inc
2014.11 - 2016.12

Certified Microstrategy Professional

2011-09
Senior Business Intelligence Consultant - Microstrategy , Inc
2011.08 - 2014.07
Sr BI Tech Lead & Database Manager - Arthur J Gallagher And Company
2008.12 - 2011.03
Northern Illinois University - MBA, Business Management
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Certified SAP Technical Consultant

2004-07

Certified Oracle DBA

1999-07
Manager/Chief Software Architect - JSC Global Solutions, Inc
1997.04 - 2008.07
Principal Consultant - Kurup Technology Services
1996.02 - 1997.03
Junior Vice President & Chief Software Architect - Choice Trading Corporation Ltd
1988.05 - 1996.01
Datamatics Institute Of Management - Post-Graduate Diploma, Computer Science
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University Of Kerala - Bachelor of Science, Physics
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Senior Programmer - Datamatics Consultants Ltd

Timeline

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