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Satish Kumar

Satish Kumar

Austin,TX

Summary

My expertise includes hands-on experience with Azure Cloud Services, Azure Synapse Analytics, SQL Azure, Azure Data Factory, SQL, SAS, and data management. Experience on migrating on premise databases/files to Azure cloud environment using Azure Data factory. Experience in data bricks using python, spark and spark SQL for data extraction, transformation, and aggregation from multiple file formats for analysing & transforming the data to uncover insights into the customer usage patterns. Good understanding of Spark Architecture including Spark Context/Session, Spark SQL, Data Frames, Spark Streaming, Driver Node, Worker Node, Stages, Executors and Tasks. Orchestrated data integration pipelines in ADF using various Activities like Get Metadata, Lookup, For Each, Wait, Execute Pipeline, Set Variable, Filter, stored procedure, until etc. Experienced in implementing data validations using Pyspark. Experienced in scheduling data bricks notebooks using data bricks jobs. Experienced in implementing audit logs in every notebook. Experienced in implementing the exception handling and logging in every data brick notebook. Experienced in implementing dynamic notebooks using notebook parameters. Developed pyspark code for data cleansing like trimming of columns and duplicate checks. Knowledge on data pipelines and dependencies in Azure Data Factory for efficient data copying between Sources and destination. Strong capabilities in data manipulation, cleansing, profiling, and scrubbing, ensuring data quality and accuracy. Thorough understanding of cloud and big data technologies, including Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Spark Architecture, and Structured Streaming. Experience in various phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including planning, requirement analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and support. Enhanced tableau reports, showcasing adaptability in visual data representation and reporting. Conducted exploratory data analysis using SQL queries, providing valuable insights for strategic decision-making. Played a pivotal role in the migration process, contributing to mapping efforts and ensuring seamless transitions. Extensive collaboration with Business Partners, Statisticians, and key stakeholders, providing SAS programming for data analysis and reporting. Executed validation and trend checks on generated reports, ensuring data Accuracy and compliance. Reviewed metadata to enhance understanding of database tables, supporting data mapping and analysis efforts. Applied SAS and SQL to pull, filter, and validate data, supporting various ad hoc queries from cross-functional teams. Traveled onsite for report transition purposes, showcasing a commitment to project success. Enabled stakeholders with actionable insights through intuitive performance reporting, responding to business requests effectively. Demonstrated strong skills in Data Analysis, Requirement Analysis, and Data Mapping for diverse business processes. Ran SQL queries for analysis teams, providing essential data for in-depth insights and decision support. Detail-focused Data Analyst with knowledge in data warehousing, process validation and business needs analysis. Proven to understand customer requirements and translate into actionable project plans. Dedicated and hard-working with passion for Big Data.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Data Analyst

Ancile Inc (Equinix client)
09.2023 - Current
  • Understanding the system, business requirements and scope of the project
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement data cleansing, profiling, and scrubbing techniques, ensuring data accuracy and reliability
  • For testing used magic commands and written spark SQL for testing code Extract Transform and Load data from Sources Systems to Azure Data Storage services using a combination of Azure Data Factory, SQL, Spark SQL and Azure Data Lake Analytics
  • Data Ingestion to one or more Azure Services - (Azure Data Lake, Azure Storage, Azure SQL, Azure DW) and processing the data in In Azure Databricks
  • Developed pyspark code for data cleansing like trimming of columns and duplicate checks, key duplicates etc
  • Hands on experience on implementing different types of joins in pyspark and SQL.
  • Good understanding of Spark Architecture including Spark Core, Spark SQL, Data Frames, Driver Node, Worker Node, Stages, Executors and Tasks.
  • Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
  • Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
  • Created various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of best placement for needed resources.
  • Improved decision-making processes with accurate data analysis and visualization techniques.· Excellent experience on Data Visualizations and implemented several dashboards and Data Analysis views for VA partners and app teams.

· Excellent experience working on Health Care Systemsand applications.

· Hands on experience working on Waterfall Model as well as Agile Model, implementation of various sprint.

· Experience in Microsoft Power BI and Tableau reports, dashboards and publishing them to the end user to make decisions.

· Interacted with end-users and functional analysts to identify and develop Business Requirement Documents (BRD) and transform it into technical requirements.

· Supported team using techniques in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), Power BI, and Data Analysis Expressions (DAX)

· Expertise in tuning the performance of Mappings and sessions in Informatica and determining the Performance bottlenecks.

· Enhancements to existing dashboards to improve capabilities and expand insights as well as creation of new dashboards.

· Extracted and analyzed data using Power Query, PivotTablesand created different types of charts like pie chart, bar chart, tree map etc. in Power BI and Excel to provide data visualization.

  • Improved decision-making processes with accurate data analysis and visualization techniques.

Data Engineer

Standard chartered – GBS
11.2020 - 07.2023
  • Enabled stakeholders with actionable, intuitive performance insights, responding to business requests for research and analysis of member data
  • Developed pyspark code for data cleansing like trimming of columns and duplicate checks, key duplicates etc
  • Hands on experience on implementing different types of joins in pyspark and SQL
  • Developed and maintained Databricks notebooks using SQL and Python
  • Experienced in implementing audit logs in every notebook
  • Experienced in implementing dynamic notebooks using notebook parameters
  • Hands on knowledge on using dbutils commands
  • Utilized Azure synapse for creating robust data pipelines, ensuring seamless and efficient data movement across various sources and destinations
  • Hands on knowledge on different connectors in data bricks like creating mount point to connect to data lake storage
  • Extract Transform and Load data from Sources Systems to Azure Data Storage services.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define key performance indicators and develop actionable insights from large datasets.
  • Presented findings from in-depth data analyses to senior leadership in clear, concise reports tailored to their specific interests and concerns.
  • Drafted technical documentation for internal business areas and processes, incorporating factors such as technical design, data manipulation, ETL and storage management.
  • Tracked and leveraged data trends, aggregate statistics and volume fluctuations to hone [Type] performance metrics.
  • Created dashboards to monitor and track key performance indicators.
  • Utilized data visualization techniques to present and explain complex data sets.
  • Developed customized reports, summarizing and presenting data in visually appealing format.
  • Developed complex dashboard and reporting tools to track business performance metrics.
  • Deployed predictive analytics models to forecast future trends.

SAS Analyst / Data Analyst

Standard chartered – GBS
12.2015 - 11.2020
  • Standard chartered – GBS, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Standard Chartered Bank, UK Plc, Standard chartered – GBS, handles a wide range of value-added and complex services from Banking Operations to support globally
  • Retail risk team is basically to design, analyze and maintain the data as per the bank requirements for all retail banking teams across all countries
  • Understanding the systems, business requirements and scope of the project
  • Involved in enhancements of SAS Programs
  • Supporting Ad hoc queries requested by the team
  • Collaborate with peers, managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
  • Strong skills in Data Analysis, Requirement Analysis, and Data Mapping for business processes.
  • Collaborated closely with business partners to understand their needs and develop tailored analytical solutions accordingly.
  • Mentored junior analysts in mastering SAS programming skills, fostering their professional development and growth.
  • Spearheaded the migration from legacy systems to updated SAS platforms, ensuring minimal downtime during transition periods.
  • Identified areas for cost reduction through a thorough analysis of financial data using SAS software.
  • Optimized marketing campaigns by conducting thorough customer segmentation analyses using SAS analytics.
  • Increased efficiency in data analysis by designing and executing complex statistical models using SAS software.
  • Leveraged the full potential of SAS capabilities to drive data-driven decision-making across various departments within the organization.
  • Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
  • Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
  • Identified, analyzed and interpreted trends or patterns in complex data sets.
  • Integrated multiple sources of disparate data into cohesive datasets using ETL processes, improving overall analytic capabilities.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to identify business needs and data sources.

Senior Analyst

WNS Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
11.2012 - 11.2015
  • WNS is Serviced company providing support to Suncorp Group which is into insurance and banking in Australia
  • We do MIS reporting and improve customer services by delivering timely and accurate financial balanced reports
  • The aim of the project was to provide users with all claims and policies related information for analysis
  • Also design and develop the reports for the customers
  • Database will provide integrated data from its operational systems and provide tools to capture, analyze and maximize the full potential of the integrated data through decision support and analysis
  • Understanding the business requirements and scope of the project
  • Project included running weekly and monthly reports using Base SAS,Macros and SQL
  • Traveled to onsite for report transition purpose
  • Developing SQL Queries and doing exploratory analysis on the data
  • Actively participated in the SDLC phases, from planning to support, ensuring the successful implementation of projects in production environments
  • Conducted audit checks on generated reports, ensuring data quality and compliance with established standards
  • Engaged in continuous learning and staying updated on emerging technologies, contributing to the adoption of best practices in data analytics
  • Enhanced SAS programs using pass-through methods and Libname statements for extracting data from diverse sources
  • Worked on making changes in Tableau reports, ensuring alignment with evolving business requirements
  • Developed and executed SAS programs for extracting data from Data-mart, supporting business analysis and decision-making
  • Conducted pre-processing checks on history, responder, and accounts files, ensuring data accuracy and reliability
  • Improved report efficiency by revising and automating daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports, providing timely and meaningful information
  • Supported ad-hoc queries and collaborated with team members to resolve data-related issues, ensuring smooth data operations
  • Traveled on-site for report transition purposes, ensuring a seamless transfer of responsibilities and knowledge transfer
  • Strong reporting and analytics experience
  • Used Query Analyzer, Execution Plan to optimize SQL Queries
  • Responsible for error handling, stored procedures, creating tables, views, triggers etc
  • Enabled stakeholders with actionable, intuitive performance insights that provide the business with direction; Responded to business requests, including research and analysis of member data.
  • Mentored junior analysts, fostering professional development while enhancing overall team performance.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas of improvement, leading to increased operational effectiveness.
  • Investigated system issues and implemented resolutions to reduce downtime.
  • Improved company efficiency with the development of key performance indicators and tracking metrics.

Senior Analyst

Tesco Hindustan services.
08.2009 - 11.2012
  • Tesco is the largest retailer in the UK
  • Our team extract, collate, analyze and present data for the Commercial Food teams in a clear and timely manner and have worked extensively on SQL to fetch out relevant data from the Tesco data warehouse (Teradata)
  • Our Team does analysis work extensively on ad-hoc requests Developing SQL Queries for generating standard reports
  • Creating reports using Internally Tesco Tools like CAR (commercial Ad-hoc reporting)
  • Doing Audit Checks for generated Reports
  • Worked on Forecast analysis during production promotions
  • Implemented automation scripts for repetitive data extraction tasks, reducing manual effort and increasing efficiency
  • Spearheaded process improvement initiatives, streamlining data analysis procedures and enhancing overall team productivity
  • Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports.
  • Improved company efficiency with the development of key performance indicators and tracking metrics.
  • Investigated system issues and implemented resolutions to reduce downtime.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas of improvement, leading to increased operational effectiveness.
  • Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
  • Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
  • Improved decision-making processes with accurate data analysis and visualization techniques.
  • Created various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of best placement for needed resources.

Business Analyst

Mu- Sigma Business Solutions.
01.2008 - 06.2009
  • Mu-sigma business Solutions is a Service provider to US Bank for campaign management and reporting
  • Involved in generating reports for different portfolios for Balance Transfer and Non – BT Campaigns
  • This Process is done on a quarterly Basis for all portfolios
  • Developing SAS Programs to extract the data from Data-mart
  • Doing pre-processing Checks on History, Responder and Accounts file
  • Doing Audit Checks for generated Reports
  • Running SQL Queries for Analysis Team.
  • Collaborated closely with IT teams for seamless integration between legacy systems and new SAP implementations, reducing data migration issues significantly.
  • Performed gap analysis between existing systems or processes and desired state, identifying areas for improvement or enhancement.
  • Improved business processes by analyzing current practices and recommending optimization strategies.
  • Executed analysis of risks and identified risk mitigation strategies.
  • Analyzed open orders, backlog, and sales data to provide sales team with insights.
  • Reduced operational costs through thorough data analysis and implementing cost-effective solutions.

Education

Bachelor of Information and Technology -

Sree Sastha Institute of Engineering and Technology, Affiliated to Anna University
Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Skills

  • Azure Databricks
  • Azure Data factory
  • Synapse
  • Azure SQL database
  • Azure SQL Datawarehouse
  • Azure Data Lake
  • SAS/Base
  • SAS/Macros
  • SAS/Connect
  • SQL
  • Spark
  • Spark SQL
  • Data Migration
  • Data Warehouse
  • Data Modeler
  • SQL Server programming
  • Oracle
  • DB2
  • Power Bl
  • Analytic Problem-Solving
  • Retail
  • Insurance
  • Banking

Certification

SAS Certified Base Programmer9

Timeline

Data Analyst

Ancile Inc (Equinix client)
09.2023 - Current

Data Engineer

Standard chartered – GBS
11.2020 - 07.2023

SAS Analyst / Data Analyst

Standard chartered – GBS
12.2015 - 11.2020

Senior Analyst

WNS Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
11.2012 - 11.2015

Senior Analyst

Tesco Hindustan services.
08.2009 - 11.2012

Business Analyst

Mu- Sigma Business Solutions.
01.2008 - 06.2009

Bachelor of Information and Technology -

Sree Sastha Institute of Engineering and Technology, Affiliated to Anna University
Satish Kumar