Manu Raj Sijaria
Team Lead
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced and result-oriented IT professional with 15+ years of extensive expertise in Project Management, Data Engineering, Technical Architecture, and Delivery Management. Adept in designing and developing robust data pipelines using AWS Cloud, Python, PySpark, and SQL. Possesses strong problem-solving, debugging, and production-support capabilities, and effectively collaborates with global teams and clients across diverse domains.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Lead Data Engineer/Architect
Datagrokr Analytics Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
01.2025 - Current
- Company Overview: Client: KBS (US)
- Leading data engineering initiatives, architecting cloud-based solutions using AWS Glue ETL, S3, and Lambda, Hudi tables, Pyspark
- Implemented Batch and incremental data processing pipelines.
- Ensuring data integrity through advanced data quality and assurance validations.
- Managing client interactions, requirement gathering, issue resolution, and deployment planning.
- Actively involved in hiring, mentoring, and leading technical proofs-of-concept.
- Client: KBS (US)
Project Lead
Datagrokr Analytics Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
03.2022 - 12.2024
- Company Overview: Client: Verisk (US)
- Build and Managed AWS-based Data Lake, enabling analytics for multiple business units.
- Designed efficient data processing workflows and coordinated daily client interactions.
- Participated actively in internal activities like team-building, resource allocation, and strategic planning.
- Client: Verisk (US)
Senior Data Engineer
Larsen & Toubro Infotech
Pune
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Company Overview: Client: CITI Bank
- Developed scalable data pipelines from Oracle to Hadoop ecosystems for Cognos reporting.
- Maintained and optimized data transformation processes using Spark, Hive, and Sqoop.
- Client: CITI Bank
Specialist Data Engineer
Larsen & Toubro Infotech
Pune
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Company Overview: Client: NETS, Denmark
- Architected a comprehensive data lake, integrated structured/semi-structured data sources including JIRA, SAP, and ServiceNow.
- Designed and executed robust ETL pipelines, ensuring accurate data marts delivery.
- Client: NETS, Denmark
Technology Lead
Infosys Ltd.
Pune
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Company Overview: Clients: AGCO & BASF, Germany
- Managed AWS-based data solutions leveraging Aurora PostgreSQL, AWS Lambda, Kinesis, and Streamsets.
- Conducted detailed capacity planning and data discovery, and led development and implementation phases.
- Clients: AGCO & BASF, Germany
Team Lead
BNT Soft Pvt. Ltd.
Pune
07.2016 - 02.2018
- Developed complex currency exchange analytical models, utilizing Hadoop, Spark, Hive, and streaming technologies.
- Facilitated efficient reporting processes and ensured streamlined data ingestion and transformation.
Senior Consultant
Oracle Financial Software Services Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
05.2011 - 06.2016
- Company Overview: Client: Jibun Bank (Japan), Jilin Bank (China), SEB (Lithuania)
- Provided comprehensive Flexcube Core Banking application support and development.
- Led a team, managed onsite client relationships, and executed multiple customizations and enhancements.
- Client: Jibun Bank (Japan), Jilin Bank (China), SEB (Lithuania)
Education
Executive Post Graduate Program - AI & Machine Learning
IIIT Bengaluru
Bangaluru 08.2023 - 09.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Applications Development
IASCD, D.Y. Patil College
Pune 08.2008 - 03.2009
Bachelor of Science - E&C
RTM Nagpur University
MIET College Of Engineering 05.2004 - 06.2008
Skills
Certification
Cloudera Certified Hadoop & Spark Developer (CCA-175), 01/01/21
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/15/86
- Marital Status: Married
International Exposure
- Extensive onsite experience in Denmark (Dagrofa, NETS)
- Japan (Jibun Bank)
- Germany (AGCO, BASF)
Timeline
Lead Data Engineer/Architect
Datagrokr Analytics Pvt. Ltd.
01.2025 - Current
Executive Post Graduate Program - AI & Machine Learning
IIIT Bengaluru
08.2023 - 09.2024
Project Lead
Datagrokr Analytics Pvt. Ltd.
03.2022 - 12.2024
Senior Data Engineer
Larsen & Toubro Infotech
03.2020 - 02.2022
Specialist Data Engineer
Larsen & Toubro Infotech
10.2019 - 12.2019
Technology Lead
Infosys Ltd.
09.2018 - 04.2019
Team Lead
BNT Soft Pvt. Ltd.
07.2016 - 02.2018
Senior Consultant
Oracle Financial Software Services Pvt. Ltd.
05.2011 - 06.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Applications Development
IASCD, D.Y. Patil College
08.2008 - 03.2009
Bachelor of Science - E&C
RTM Nagpur University
05.2004 - 06.2008
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