George Arthur
@georgearthur
Data engineer focused on scalable systems and reliable data pipelines.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Data Engineer Co-op at Fresenius Medical Care and an MS in Computer Science candidate at Northeastern University. I bring a strong foundation in problem-solving and creative thinking, with hands-on experience building and improving data-driven systems.
In my roles, I’ve supported end-to-end data and system work: from microservices-based solutions and extracting/reconciling financial records to teaching core data engineering concepts like polyglot persistence and non-relational databases. I’m passionate about leveraging technology to design scalable, reliable systems that enhance business operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Engineer Co-op supporting data engineering and system design at Fresenius Medical Care.
• Assisted in grading 30+ assignments for DS4300, providing timely feedback that supported the learning progress of 15+ students.
• Explained fundamental data engineering concepts, including polyglot persistence, during 10+ office sessions to strengthen student understanding.
• Clarified key principles of non-relational databases for 15+ students, helping build a stronger grasp of modern data stor
• Collaborated in building a microservices-based budget management system that improved financial transparency by 35%.
• Served as Project Manager for an IT infrastructure transformation for a microfinance institution, improving system reliability by 30%.
• Assisted in extracting, reconciling, and validating financial records from legacy systems, improving data accuracy by 20% and supporting accou
• Engineered IFRS 16 compliance modules, reducing lease accounting processing time by 30% and improving reporting efficiency by 25%.
• Contributed to IFRS 9-related solution, increasing financial data validation accuracy by 20% and reducing manual compliance work by 15%.
• Helped manage on-premises deployments, lowering post-go-live issues by 20% and improving deployment readiness by 25%.
• Participated in career development workshops focused on leadership, professional communication, and workplace readiness.
• Engaged in mentorship and networking sessions with industry professionals to gain insights into career paths and professional growth.
• Built skills in personal branding, interview preparation, and strategic career planning through structured training and peer collaboration.
• Participated in career insight sessions covering investment banking, financial services, and opportunities within global markets.
• Engaged with Goldman Sachs professionals to learn about the firm’s culture, career pathways, and industry expectations.
• Strengthened commercial awareness and professional development through networking, panel discussions, and interactive learning sessions.
Goldman Insight Event Participant
Goldman Sachs
Mar 2022 - Mar 2022 (0 months)
Participated in career insight sessions and networking events to learn about investment banking and global markets opportunities.
• Developed Google Apps Scripts to automate COVID-19 contact tracing data population across Google Sheets.
• Collaborated with engineers across partner firms to digitize the employee leavers process, replacing a manual workflow and reducing processing time by 60%.
• Built a Flask web application that helped users identify recipes based on ingredients they already had available.
• Strengthened understanding of software development workflows by engaging with scrum boards and applying agile principles in day-to-day team activities.
• Supported the mobile development team in implementing fintech features using native Java, including circular progress animations to enhance user experience.
• Researched and developed blockchain data visualizations for integration into existing applications.
• Assisted the mobile solutions department as a front-end developer by creating intuitive and user-friendly interfaces for banking applications.
• Produced low, medium, and high-fidelity Figma prototypes for a new banking app, helping shape the product design process from concept to interface.
• Implemented map integration features within mobile applications to enhance functionality and improve th
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Northeastern University
Master of Science, Computer Science
2025 -
Activities and societies: Graduate Teaching Assistant: supported DS4300 students with concepts including polyglot persistence and non-relational databases (30+ assignments graded; 15+ students supported).
Pursuing a Master of Science in Computer Science at Northeastern University. Served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant supporting students with data engineering concepts.
Northeastern University
Master of Science - MS, Computer Science
2025 - 2027
Ashesi University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Engineering
2018 - 2022
Ashesi University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering
2018 - 2022
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from Ashesi University.
St. Peters Senior High School
General Science
2015 - 2018
St. Peters Senior High School
High School, General Science
2015 - 2018
Completed General Science studies at St. Peters Senior High School.
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