Hi, I’m
MANDAR UTPAT
Associate Data Scientist
Pandharpur
Summary
Associate Data Scientist with 4.5 years of experience at Cognizant, transitioning from claims testing into data science. Strong foundation in Python, SQL, machine learning, and data analysis with hands-on experience in building and deploying ML models. Experienced in working with large datasets, performing data validation, exploratory data analysis, and translating business requirements into analytical solutions.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Certification
3
Languages
Work History
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Claims Tester / QA Analyst
07.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Analyzed insurance claims data to validate business logic, calculations, and workflows
- Performed SQL-based data validation to identify data inconsistencies and defects
- Collaborated with business analysts and developers to resolve data-related issues
- Conducted root cause analysis on production defects using structured data investigation
- Applied analytical thinking and domain knowledge to improve defect detection accuracy.
- Led a team of 11 members to ensure quality of delivery from offshore and with zero escalations and minimal production defects to ensure smooth payment of claims.
CognizantPune
Configuration Analyst
10.2021 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Supported customer with accurate, timely information on infrastructure system and service configuration items.
- Provided timely support for end-users, resolving configuration-related issues quickly and effectively.
- Safeguarded sensitive information by enforcing strict access controls on system configurations and related documents.
- Trained junior team members on best practices in configuration management, improving overall team productivity and expertise.
- Improved configuration processes by streamlining workflows and implementing automation tools.
- Enhanced system performance through regular analysis and optimization of configurations.
- Zero escalations from client on delivery and quality outputs delivered.
- Managed and inspected delivery of work for a team of 8 members and ensured the delivery meets clients expectations.
Education
Intervu.AIPune
Data Science Bootcamp from Data Science
03.2026
PAH UniversitySolapur
Bachelor's Degree from BE Mechanical
04.2021
Skills
Data analysis with Python and SQL
Libraries: Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, Matplotlib, Seaborn
Machine Learning: Regression, Classification, Clustering, Model Evaluation
Data Analysis: Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Cleaning
Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL
Tools: Git, Jupyter Notebook, VS Code
Deployment: Flask, Stream lit (basic)
Reporting and analysis
Quality assurance
Jira issue tracking
Product tests
Certification
Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate (DP-100)
Timeline
Claims Tester / QA Analyst
Cognizant Technology Solutions
07.2024 - Current
Configuration Analyst
Cognizant
10.2021 - 06.2024
Intervu.AI
Data Science Bootcamp from Data Science
PAH University
Bachelor's Degree from BE Mechanical