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Asad Arshad

@asadarshad

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Senior Data Engineer | 6+ Years in Azure, Snowflake, SQL & Scalable Data Solutions

Pakistan

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role in a dynamic environment where I can leverage my expertise in data engineering, ETL processes, and cloud platforms to drive business growth and process optimization.

I am a skilled Data Engineer with over six years of experience in designing and optimizing scalable data systems. My expertise includes Azure Data Factory, Snowflake, Databricks, Apache Airflow, and Microsoft Fabric, with a proven track record of delivering end-to-end data integration and migration projects across industries like eCommerce and FMCG.

Key achievements include building efficient ETL/ELT pipelines, designing data models for analytics, automating workflows using Apache Airflow, and creating advanced Power BI dashboards for actionable insights. I am also experienced in data governance and compliance with PIPA regulations, ensuring secure and trustworthy platforms.

I have been recognized for my problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills, with awards like "Top Performer of the Year." I’m passionate about leveraging the latest technologies to solve complex data challenges and drive business outcomes. I seek opportunities to work on impactful projects, collaborate with diverse teams, and deliver innovative solutions in AI and big data.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Data Engineer

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Systems Ltd

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

As a Senior Data Engineer, orchestrated end-to-end data ingestion for an FMCG client on Azure Cloud, leading a significant migration to Microsoft Fabric. Managed diverse data sources and developed Apache Airflow DAGs for efficient workflow management, while collaborating with client teams to align technical efforts with business goals.

Azure Data Factory Snowflake Microsoft Fabric Apache Airflow SQL Data Migration ETL Processes Azure Cloud Data Modeling Stakeholder Management

Data Engineer

Kyndryl Inc.

Sep 2021 - Sep 2023 (1 year 11 months)

Engineered efficient ETL jobs using IBM InfoSphere DataStage and designed pipelines for data ingestion into PostgreSQL. Led the migration from legacy IBM Cloud Infra to Azure Cloud Infra, enhancing operational efficiency and contributing to agile project execution.

DataStage PostgreSQL ETL Processes Azure Cloud Python Git Docker Kubernetes Data Analysis Agile Methodologies

Application Consultant – Data

IBM Pakistan

Apr 2020 - Sep 2021 (1 year 5 months)

Designed and executed ETL routines for data movement to data warehouses, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Streamlined processes and created user guides, significantly reducing escalations and enhancing IT support efficiency.

ETL Processes Data Warehousing Technical Documentation Compliance User Support Process Improvement Data Migration Incident Management

Application Consultant – Data

IBM Pakistan

May 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year 4 months)

Monitored application performance and provided user support while implementing performance optimizations. Managed changes to the application environment and maintained documentation for compliance and reporting.

User Support Performance Optimization Change Management Documentation Incident Management Root Cause Analysis Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Capital University of Science and Technology

Bachelor of Computer Science, Computer Science

2013 - 2017

Completed a Bachelor of Computer Science (BS-CS) with a focus on software development, data structures, and algorithms, preparing for a career in data engineering and technology.