I'm Israa Ismail, a data professional with a strong data engineering foundation and hands-on experience using Python to analyze data, build automated pipelines, and deliver actionable insights. I’m currently completing advanced training in data engineering and preparing for an MSc in Data Science & Business Analytics. I work well independently in remote, client-focused environments and translate complex data into clear, decision-ready outputs. I thrive in collaborative settings and enjoy turning data into practical solutions for business problems, from dashboards to automated reporting and scalable data workflows.

Israa Ismail

I'm Israa Ismail, a data professional with a strong data engineering foundation and hands-on experience using Python to analyze data, build automated pipelines, and deliver actionable insights. I’m currently completing advanced training in data engineering and preparing for an MSc in Data Science & Business Analytics. I work well independently in remote, client-focused environments and translate complex data into clear, decision-ready outputs. I thrive in collaborative settings and enjoy turning data into practical solutions for business problems, from dashboards to automated reporting and scalable data workflows.

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I’m Israa Ismail, a data professional with a strong data engineering foundation and hands-on experience using Python to analyze data, build automated pipelines, and deliver actionable insights. I’m currently completing advanced training in data engineering and preparing for an MSc in Data Science & Business Analytics. I work well independently in remote, client-focused environments and translate complex data into clear, decision-ready outputs.

I thrive in collaborative settings and enjoy turning data into practical solutions for business problems, from dashboards to automated reporting and scalable data workflows.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Data Projects & Upskilling at Freelance / Self-employed
January 1, 2025 - Present
Built and deployed Python-based ETL pipelines using Apache Airflow and Docker to prepare datasets for analysis and reporting. Conducted exploratory data analysis and data cleaning to support simulated client use cases. Developed dashboards and API integrations, documenting workflows via GitHub. Authored a technical blog series (Flow with Airflow) explaining orchestration concepts for data practitioners.
Digital Technician at IN04 Group / Skill City
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Supported industry-linked capstone projects (IBM, BAE Systems, KPMG) with data tooling and analytics assistance. Delivered workshops on cloud tools, dashboards, and data workflows. Improved accessibility of learning resources, increasing engagement by ~15%.
Management Information Analyst at University of Manchester
December 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023
Performed exploratory data analysis and descriptive statistics to uncover insights for operational decision-making. Built advanced data visualizations for non-technical stakeholders. Led Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) analysis to support strategic initiatives.

Education

MSc Data Science & Business Analytics at University of Bologna, Italy
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026
Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203) at Microsoft
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026
CompTIA Data+ at CompTIA
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026

Qualifications

Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026
CompTIA Data+
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment