Chandrashekhar Kotekar
@chandrashekharkoteka
Senior Data Engineer with 15+ years experience
What I'm looking for
Highly experienced Senior Data Engineer with a strong background in Data Engineering, having worked with various technologies such as Spark, Kafka, and Docker. Proven track record of leading efforts to upskill team members and driving projects forward.
Skilled in a range of programming languages, including Scala, Python, Rust, and Java, with experience in cloud native tools such as Kubernetes and Docker. Strong understanding of data warehousing tools, including Hive and AWS Redshift.
With a strong educational foundation in Computer Science and Engineering, and certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, I am well-equipped to drive data engineering projects forward and contribute to the success of the organization.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Data Engineer
Schibsted
Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Leading data engineering efforts, including migration of infrastructure and pipelines, optimizing Spark jobs, and managing stakeholder requirements. Developed data pipelines using various technologies and ensured compliance with data governance.
Senior Data Engineer
Zühlke Group
Jun 2021 - Feb 2022 (8 months)
Contributed to the development of a generic platform for streaming data, focusing on performance tuning and deployment. Developed custom NiFi services and improved processing speeds significantly.
Solutions Architect / Data Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Jan 2013 - Feb 2021 (8 years 1 month)
Worked on various data engineering projects, focusing on data analytics and big data ecosystems. Developed solutions using Microsoft Azure and contributed to multiple high-impact projects.
IT Analyst
Tata Consultancy Services
Apr 2008 - Jan 2013 (4 years 9 months)
Engaged in data center application monitoring and support, contributing to the stability and performance of IT services.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
D. Y. Patil College of Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Science
2004 - 2007
Completed a Bachelor of Engineering with a specialization in Computer Science, focusing on various aspects of computer engineering and software development.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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Portfolio
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