About
Background & approach
Data Scientist who combines industrial engineering principles with modern analytics to consolidate fragmented data sources, optimize processes, and turn raw data into strategic insights. Skilled in building end-to-end data pipelines, backend query systems, predictive modeling, and statistical analysis to drive measurable improvements.
Skills
Tools & technologies
Python
Pandas
NumPy
Matplotlib
scikit-learn
R
SQL
GCP
BigQuery
Firebase
Looker
Tableau
Power BI
Excel
Experience
Professional journey
Feb 2022 - Present
Data Scientist
Rabot Inc., Arlington, TX
AI-powered startup optimizing warehouse operations and logistics costs.
- Built a centralized data repository in BigQuery, designing ETL pipelines to consolidate data from multiple disparate databases into a unified, queryable analytics platform, eliminating data silos and enabling stakeholders to pull insights on demand.
- Built an automated training data pipeline and model benchmarking framework to optimize vision-based AI models for object detection, reducing dataset preparation from hours to minutes across 20+ warehouse locations and enabling faster model iteration.
- Designed and delivered Looker dashboards with high-level and granular operational breakdowns, automating reporting pipelines to give stakeholders real-time, data-driven insights across all active projects.
- Led process optimization initiatives through time studies and workflow analysis, increasing production throughput and reducing waste.
Jan 2021 - Feb 2022
Junior Consultant, Data Analytics
Stax Inc., Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Conducted a comprehensive data audit across existing systems, identifying gaps in data pipelines and designing an analytics roadmap to establish scalable, organization-wide data infrastructure.
- Queried and analyzed financial and operational data across multiple source systems for private equity clients, identifying spend patterns, growth trends, and investment signals that informed strategic recommendations.
- Managed a multi-module CRM system implementation while contributing to a large-scale digital transformation initiative, working with multiple teams to deliver end-to-end analytics solutions.
- Extracted and visualized key metrics to inform marketing strategy and client engagement initiatives.
Aug 2019 - Jan 2021
Consultant, Value Engineering
POTENZA (PVT) LTD, Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Drove digital transformation initiatives across multiple industries, managing client accounts and delivering data-driven process improvements.
- Designed technical systems architecture and conducted feasibility analyses for platform integrations and data migration projects.
Education
Academic foundation
MS Industrial Engineering
UT Arlington
BS Industrial Engineering
UT Arlington
Certifications
Professional credentials
- Tableau Desktop Specialist
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (qualified) / Green Belt (certified)