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Joshua Umukoro

@eujosh

Data Engineer with over 3 years of experience optimizing ETL pipelines.

Russian Federation
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, where I can leverage my data engineering skills to drive impactful business decisions and contribute to a dynamic team.

Results-driven Data Engineer & Analytics Specialist with hands-on experience designing, building, and optimizing scalable data pipelines, ETL workflows, and analytics solutions across diverse industries including e-commerce, consulting, and technology services.

๐Ÿ”น Proven expertise in Python, SQL, cloud platforms (Azure & AWS), and modern data tools such as Azure Data Factory, Power BI, SQL Server, and Apache Spark.
๐Ÿ”น Strong background in data modeling, data integration, and KPI automation, enabling organizations to transition from manual reporting to data-driven decision-making.
๐Ÿ”น Experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact dashboards, performance metrics, and analytical insights that improve operational efficiency and business outcomes.
๐Ÿ”น Adept at working with large, structured and unstructured datasets, ensuring data quality, reliability, and scalability.

๐ŸŽ“ Currently pursuing a Masterโ€™s degree in Data Analytics for Business and Economics, with a solid academic foundation in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management, bringing a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen.

๐ŸŒ Actively seeking international opportunities where I can contribute as a Data Engineer / Analytics Engineer, leverage cloud and data engineering best practices, and grow within a global, innovation-driven team.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Freelance Data Engineer

Mar 2025 - Present (9 months)

- Delivered end-to-end data engineering solutions for multiple clients, from ETL pipeline design to reporting automation.
- Improved client data processing speed by 40% through optimized cloud-based architectures (Azure & GCP).
- Automated reporting workflows, reducing manual reporting efforts by 50+ hours monthly.
- Built data warehouse solutions that cut query times by up to 25%.

WL

Data Engineer

Wragby Business Solutions & Technologies Ltd

Mar 2023 - Feb 2025 (1 year 11 months)

Designed and deployed over 20 ETL pipelines using Azure Data Factory, achieving 20% faster data processing and 15% cost reduction. Built and maintained scalable data pipelines integrating diverse sources into cloud-based data lakes and warehouses, ensuring high accuracy and performance.

EX

Data Scientist

ExploreAI

Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 (11 months)

Utilized Python and SQL for advanced statistical analyses, delivering insights that reduced business decision time by 20%. Designed machine learning models with 20% improved predictive accuracy, supporting data-driven decision-making.

OG

Data Analyst

OgaDiscountLtd

Sep 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 3 months)

Analyzed customer transactions, website traffic, and marketing data, generating over 100 actionable insights to drive business decisions. Maintained data pipelines from CRM and POS systems to SQL Server databases, ensuring data integrity.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

NP

National Research University, Higher School of Economics St. Petersburg

Masters Degree (MSc), Data Analytics for Business and Economics

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Currently pursuing a degree in Data Analytics for Business and Economics. This program focuses on applying data analysis techniques to solve business and economic problems, preparing for a career in data-driven decision-making.

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Lagos State University

B.Sc Industrial Relations and Personnel Management, Industrial Relations and Personnel Management

Earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management. This program provided a strong foundation in human resources, organizational behavior, and labor relations.

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ExploreAI Academy

Data Science, Data Science

Completed a comprehensive program in Data Science, gaining expertise in machine learning, statistical analysis, and data visualization. Developed practical skills in Python and SQL for data manipulation and model building.

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