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Hello! I am a senior data scientist with over 13 years of experience delivering scalable AI/ML solutions across fintech, entertainment, and digital marketing. I specialize in building end-to-end data pipelines, deep learning models, and production-ready platforms that power real-time decisions.
I enjoy leading cross-functional teams, designing robust data governance, and deploying cloud-based ML systems that reduce latency and boost user engagement. I am passionate about turning complex data into actionable insights and collaborating with product and engineering teams to drive business outcomes.
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Work Experience
Senior Data Scientist at Netflix
April 20, 2019 - April 20, 2019Developed and deployed advanced ML models to optimize content recommendations for 200M+ users, focusing on low-latency real-time inference (<50 ms). Applied reinforcement learning to enhance content discovery and engagement. Led cross-functional teams to define data strategy and deployed robust cloud-based data infrastructure using AWS, Spark, and real-time analytics pipelines.
Senior Data Scientist at Credit Karma
October 20, 2018 - October 20, 2018Led development of predictive models using regression, propensity scoring, and lifetime value estimation to optimize acquisition and retention. Built cloud-based ML solutions and integrated ETL pipelines, collaborating with product and engineering teams to deploy scalable data infrastructure.
Data Scientist at BrightEdge
December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017Developed ML models for SEO and digital marketing analytics; built a real-time analytics platform using AWS and Google Cloud; contributed to ranking algorithms and case studies.
Senior Data Scientist at Credit Karma
April 20, 2019 - November 11, 2025Led the development of predictive models using regression techniques, propensity models, and lifetime value estimation to optimize customer acquisition and retention; built cloud-based ML solutions and drove data strategy.
Senior Data Scientist at Netflix
April 1, 2019 - April 1, 2019Developed advanced machine learning models to optimize content recommendations for over 200M users, with a focus on low-latency predictions (<50 ms). Applied reinforcement learning to enhance content discovery and engagement. Led deployment and scaling of models on AWS, reducing latency for real-time decisioning. Built data pipelines in PySpark, established data governance protocols, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive model adoption.
Senior Data Scientist at Credit Karma
April 1, 2019 - November 25, 2025Led the development of predictive models using regression techniques, propensity models, and lifetime value models to optimize customer acquisition and retention strategies. Engineered and deployed cloud-based ML solutions processing millions of data points daily to deliver real-time financial recommendations. Built data pipelines in AWS Glue to automate ETL and ensure data quality across internal systems.
Data Scientist at BrightEdge
December 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017Developed and optimized ML models for SEO and digital marketing analytics; built real-time analytics platform using AWS Glue and Google Cloud Platform to enable automated ingestion and analysis of large-scale web traffic data. Contributed to ranking algorithms, improved campaign ROI, and developed case studies across finance and government sectors.
Software Engineer II at S&P Capital IQ
October 1, 2013 - October 1, 2013Developed robust data processing tools to handle financial data at scale, collaborating with data scientists to integrate financial models into production systems, ensuring efficient data flow and processing of real-time financial information.
Consulting Reviewer at Société Française de Statistique
December 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018Conducted detailed reviews of statistical methodologies in machine learning, time-series analysis, and Bayesian inference for papers submitted to CS-BIGS journal, providing feedback and methodological recommendations.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012Master of Science at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2008Bachelor of Technology at Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2006Doctor of Philosophy at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012Master of Science at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2008Bachelor of Technology at Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2006Qualifications
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Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Software & Internet, Professional Services
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