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Karthik Kal

@karthikkal

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Accomplished Enterprise Data Architecture Leader in Data & AI Engineering.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that foster innovation and collaboration, where I can leverage my expertise in data architecture and AI to drive impactful solutions.

I am an accomplished Enterprise Data Architecture Leader with over 25 years of experience in driving large-scale data strategy transformation programs that significantly impact revenue growth. My extensive background includes building global data engineering teams across various industries, including CPG, Retail, and BFSI, utilizing AWS and Azure Cloud Data Platforms.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led cross-functional teams, engaged with C-level stakeholders, and defined data modernization roadmaps. My expertise in modern data platforms, data governance, and advanced analytics has enabled me to deliver innovative solutions that enhance data accessibility and drive a data-driven culture within organizations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Enterprise Data Architect

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Ernst and Young

Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)

Led discovery sessions with C-level executives to identify value streams and prioritize analytics use cases, defining high-level roadmaps and prioritizing 'Must wins' using Metric Trees. Built a Data Mesh using a federated Modern Data Platform with Azure Data tools like Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Purview, Data Lake, ADF, Synapse Analytics, and Power BI in a Medallion Architecture and Semantic Dat

Azure Data Factory Microsoft Fabric Microsoft Purview Synapse Power BI Data Lake Azure DevOps Databricks

Sr. Data Architect Manager, Cloud Solution Architect

EY Formerly Tallan (Microsoft Partner)

Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)

Led the implementation of an end-to-end modern data platform using Azure Synapse and Databricks, reducing data retrieval times by 25%. Designed and implemented Data Vault 2.0 for EDW, including a Customer 360 MDM solution and personalized recommendation of financial products.

Azure Synapse Databricks Microsoft Fabric Power BI Consultative Selling

Sr. Data Architect Manager, Data Engineering

Deloitte

Jul 2020 - Present (5 years 1 month)

Initiated cloud/Azure migration and analytics platform integration, enhancing data accessibility and analysis capabilities. Defined high-level roadmaps and KPI frameworks, driving the company towards a data-driven culture.

Cloud Migration Azure KPIs data modernization Azure Synapse Databricks

Lead Data Architect

WIPRO Limited

Feb 2015 - Present (10 years 6 months)

Managed technical capability discussions with clients and various MDM tool vendors, advising COO on evaluating and recommending MDM tools for Customer 360 Data Management. Implemented Customer 360 across 13 business verticals using INFA MDM.

MDM INFA MDM AWS S3 Redshift Postgres Data Quality Data Governance Data Lake

Enterprise Data Architecture Leader

The Nielsen Company

Sep 2009 - Present (15 years 11 months)

Managed vendor technical and sales relationships with Embarcadero ER-Studio, Erwin, Oracle, and Netezza as part of the CTO team, overseeing global multi-year programs exceeding $10M. Led global cross-functional teams in creating conceptual and logical data models and solution architectures.

Data Architecture Data Governance Conceptual Modeling Solution Architecture Vendor Management

Lead Data Warehousing Architect

Chicago Board Options Exchange

Nov 2007 - Present (17 years 9 months)

Built a data platform for the NY division based on the CBOE core platform. Led SQL performance tuning practices and designed real-time KPI data management systems.

Data Warehousing SQL Tuning Data Platform

Data Architect

Various Clients

Feb 1998 - Present (27 years 6 months)

Provided data architecture services to various clients, contributing to diverse data management and system design projects. Focused on designing and implementing robust data solutions to meet client needs.

Data Architecture Data Management System Design Data Modeling Database Design Data Integration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Madras University

BSc Mathematics, Mathematics

Studied foundational concepts in mathematics, building a strong analytical and problem-solving background. Gained comprehensive knowledge essential for data analysis and architectural roles.

NIIT

Advanced Systems Management, Systems Management

Completed a program in advanced systems management, gaining expertise in managing complex IT systems. Acquired skills in system design, implementation, and maintenance.