Saad Ahmed
@saadahmed2
Lead Data Scientist with expertise in machine learning and data engineering.
What I'm looking for
I am a Lead Data Scientist with a strong background in machine learning and data engineering, currently leading innovative projects at Turing. My expertise lies in developing and training advanced Text-to-SQL language models, enhancing natural language querying capabilities within platforms like Snowflake. I thrive on translating complex business questions into actionable insights through high-quality SQL queries, ensuring that both technical and non-technical stakeholders are aligned and informed.
Previously, I served as a Senior Consultant at Systems Limited, where I built scalable ETL pipelines and developed secure data workflows using Azure technologies. My experience spans various industries, including automotive and finance, where I have successfully led cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions. I am passionate about leveraging data to drive strategic decision-making and continuously seek opportunities to innovate and improve processes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead Data Scientist
Turing
Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Led the development and training of Text-to-SQL LLMs, validating them on Snowflake Marketplace databases. Partnered with Snowflake to enhance their Copilot feature and co-developed a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) tool for unstructured data.
Senior Consultant - Data Engineering
Systems Limited
May 2021 - May 2024 (3 years)
Built scalable ETL pipelines using Azure Data Factory, PySpark, and SQL for seamless data integration. Developed Azure Functions integrated with Cosmos DB and Service Bus, and implemented EDI/NON-EDI solutions for cross-entity data exchange.
Working Student
Siemens AG
Feb 2022 - Jul 2022 (5 months)
Built interactive Tableau dashboards to track and visualize key metrics for Controlling and Finance departments. This enabled data-driven decision-making and improved financial insights.
Software & Analytics Engineer
Ibex.
May 2018 - May 2021 (3 years)
Developed a Customer Experience Platform for automotive clients using MS SQL Server, designing and implementing SSIS packages for data consolidation. Engineered a hybrid data infrastructure with SQL Server and MongoDB to accelerate data retrieval and improve operational efficiency.
Software Engineer
Hoboetech Pvt. Ltd
Jan 2020 - Mar 2021 (1 year 2 months)
Developed a real-time Medical Emergency System for Punjab Medical Services (1122) using MySQL, MongoDB, Node.js, Laravel, and Vue.js. The system featured vehicle tracking, geo-fencing, and trip monitoring capabilities.
Intern
Hoboetech Pvt. Ltd
Sep 2017 - Apr 2018 (7 months)
Analyzed Apache server logs using the ELK stack to identify and investigate anomalous behaviors. Applied supervised machine learning techniques to categorize business text messages by industry, improving data classification accuracy.
Education
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Technical University of Munich
Masters of Science - MS, Data Engineering and Analytics
Pursued a Master of Science in Data Engineering and Analytics, focusing on advanced data processing, machine learning, and big data technologies. Gained expertise in designing and implementing scalable data solutions.
Lahore University of Management Sciences
Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science Minor in Mathematics
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics, covering core principles of computing, algorithms, and mathematical foundations. Developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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