I’m a results-driven data engineer with 8+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics, and full-stack development. I’ve delivered robust data solutions for US healthcare, retail, and e-commerce clients, leveraging Python, SQL, cloud platforms, and Agile methodologies. I’m Airflow certified and enjoy turning complex data problems into scalable, production-ready solutions. As a leader and collaborator, I’ve managed cross-functional teams, driven ETL modernization efforts, and built end-to-end pipelines using Airflow, Databricks, Snowflake, and related tools. I’m passionate about turning data into actionable insights that drive better decisions and business outcomes.

Rikesh Kayastha

I’m a results-driven data engineer with 8+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics, and full-stack development. I’ve delivered robust data solutions for US healthcare, retail, and e-commerce clients, leveraging Python, SQL, cloud platforms, and Agile methodologies. I’m Airflow certified and enjoy turning complex data problems into scalable, production-ready solutions. As a leader and collaborator, I’ve managed cross-functional teams, driven ETL modernization efforts, and built end-to-end pipelines using Airflow, Databricks, Snowflake, and related tools. I’m passionate about turning data into actionable insights that drive better decisions and business outcomes.

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I’m a results-driven data engineer with 8+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics, and full-stack development. I’ve delivered robust data solutions for US healthcare, retail, and e-commerce clients, leveraging Python, SQL, cloud platforms, and Agile methodologies. I’m Airflow certified and enjoy turning complex data problems into scalable, production-ready solutions.

As a leader and collaborator, I’ve managed cross-functional teams, driven ETL modernization efforts, and built end-to-end pipelines using Airflow, Databricks, Snowflake, and related tools. I’m passionate about turning data into actionable insights that drive better decisions and business outcomes.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Data Consultant at Freelance
May 1, 2025 - November 4, 2025
Created a Stock Reporting Application using Kafka, Databricks Warehouse, and Tableau for a freelance client. Built a complete pipeline from web scraping to serving answers using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) — incorporating MinIO, Apache Airflow, DuckDB, Sentence Transformers, ChromaDB, and FastAPI. Developed EDI 834 and EDI 837 Parser in SSIS; debugged stored procedures and queries for a healthcare client. Worked on Presto SQL and Tableau to create insights for a large social media client.
Associate Data Analytics Manager at Cedar Gate Technologies
May 31, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Led a team of 16 data analysts in a 34-member analytics team delivering insights for 90+ US healthcare clients. Oversaw project planning, sprint execution, and stakeholder communication.
Senior Data Engineer at Cedar Gate Technologies
March 31, 2024 - March 31, 2024
Designed and optimized ETL pipelines for large-scale retail and healthcare datasets using SQL Server, Databricks, in-house tools, and Amazon Redshift. Supported ETL modernization initiatives incorporating Snowflake and Airflow.
Senior Software Engineer at LIS Nepal Pvt. Ltd.
August 31, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Led data integration projects using SSIS and SQL Server, improving efficiency by 30%.
Python Developer at Prime Vendor
January 31, 2022 - January 31, 2022
Developed automation algorithms for data cleansing and transformation. Built internal tools using Python, Pandas, and Selenium for reporting and scraping.
Web Developer at Atom Creative Studios
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Built responsive web applications using Django, HTML, and CSS. Maintained REST APIs and implemented basic security standards.
Teaching Assistant at Bhaktapur Multiple Campus
September 30, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Instructed students in programming and database management. Assisted in curriculum design and evaluation for BSc CSIT program.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (BE) - Computer Engineering at Nepal Engineering College, Pokhara University
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
Higher Secondary (Science) at Little Angels’ College
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

Astronomer Airflow Fundamentals Certified
October 1, 2025 - November 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Retail, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services