Akshaya Mali
Summary
As a strategic leader and data-driven problem solver, I bring over decade of expertise in B2B software project management, data analytics, and cloud solutions. My unique ability to blend structured decision-making with creativity allows me to develop high-impact AI, ML, and data-driven solutions that optimize business processes
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technology Lead
Synechron Technologies (Citi Bank Project)
09.2024 - Current
- Lead incident resolution and drive data platform quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with various source systems to onboard data to Citi's strategic big data platform, Olympus.
- Define and implement data governance controls for data completeness, timeliness, and accuracy.
- Enhance the data quality rules engine by developing smarter exception detection logic using supplemental data, statistical analysis, and AI/ML techniques.
- Define data quality control requirements for new dataset onboarding, ensuring minimal false-positive exceptions.
- Utilize Hive and Starburst for data validation and integrity checks, and leverage Tableau for weekly and monthly reporting to downstream consumers.
- Assist the data engineering team in testing new data feeds and pipelines, ensuring robust job controls for data timeliness and completeness.
- Conduct ad hoc data collation, cleansing, and analysis using SQL and Python.
Project Manager
Robobai Technologies Pvt Ltd
08.2020 - 03.2024
- Managed a portfolio of 7 accounts, overseeing Proof of Concept (PoC), conversion, and Business-as-Usual (BAU) activities post-client onboarding.
- Conducted regular client meetings to monitor project health, address challenges, and identify additional requirements.
- Drove cross-sell and upsell initiatives by analyzing client needs and recommending data-driven solutions.
- Led a team of 5 junior and 2 senior data analysts, ensuring efficient project execution and data-driven decision-making.
- Collaborated with ETL teams to design and optimize data pipelines for seamless data processing.
- Worked closely with ERP and Analytics teams to guide data extraction and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Established and maintained high data quality standards through validation, governance, and process improvements.
- Reviewed SQL procedures, optimized queries, and mentored the team on advanced data analysis techniques.
- Managed project risks, timelines, and deliverables to ensure smooth execution and on-time delivery.
Senior Data Analyst
Advanced Risk Analytics India Pvt Ltd
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Provided comprehensive portfolio overviews to fund managers, delivering insights into risk exposure, expected returns, and capital allocation.
- Utilized RMS and Verisk to collect catastrophe simulation data, assess model outputs, and generate portfolio risk projections.
- Analyzed catastrophe risk models to evaluate the impact of natural disasters on insurance-linked securities (ILS) investments.
- Used Microsoft SQL and Python to analyze portfolio data, identify trends, and generate actionable insights for investment strategies.
- Assisted in structuring and pricing ILS transactions by assessing risk-adjusted returns.
- Supported portfolio optimization efforts by identifying risk diversification opportunities and stress-testing investment scenarios.
- Collaborated with underwriting and actuarial teams to align modeling assumptions with real-world exposure data.
Senior Associate Consultant
Rage Frameworks - A Genpact Company
11.2015 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with ETL teams to build data pipelines, maintaining data integrity and verifying pipeline stability.
- Conducted extensive troubleshooting to identify root causes of issues and implement effective resolutions in a timely manner.
- Led end-to-end implementation of multiple high-impact projects from requirements gathering through deployment and post-launch support stages.
- Facilitated communication between operational teams and project leads, improving project integration and success rates.
- Documented data requirements and flows, leading to more efficient data management processes.
Associate Risk Analyst
XL Dynamics India Pvt Ltd
04.2014 - 07.2015
- Responsible for detecting and reporting suspicious events in compliance with anti-money laundering regulations.
- Monitored loans for financial distress or potential fraud, collaborating with underwriters and pipeline managers for collateral decisions. Utilized online vendors for efficient credit checks, flood determinations, and property searches.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of appraisals for residential properties, ensuring suitability for portfolio loans and investor sales.
- Assessed mortgage loan documentation, aligning decisions with established risk factors and income requirements.
- Analyzed clients' background checks and financial records to evaluate loan risk, fostering effective cross-team collaboration.
Education
Post Graduate Programme in Business Management -
IBS Mumbai
2014
Bachelor of Commerce -
University of Pune
2010
Skills
- SQL,HQL
- AWS Services
- Python
- Linux
- Git
- Power BI
- Tableau
- Atlassian JIRA
- Confluence, CI/CD
Certification
- PMP® Certified
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
- Certified JIRA User
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certification
- Agile Certified Practitioner
- Microsoft SQL Certification
- Tableau 2022
- Microsoft Power BI 2023
Timeline
Technology Lead
Synechron Technologies (Citi Bank Project)
09.2024 - Current
Project Manager
Robobai Technologies Pvt Ltd
08.2020 - 03.2024
Senior Data Analyst
Advanced Risk Analytics India Pvt Ltd
08.2019 - 07.2020
Senior Associate Consultant
Rage Frameworks - A Genpact Company
11.2015 - 06.2019
Associate Risk Analyst
XL Dynamics India Pvt Ltd
04.2014 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Commerce -
University of Pune
Post Graduate Programme in Business Management -
IBS Mumbai
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