Surendra Kumar Thotakura
@surendrakumarthotaku
Results-driven Data Analyst with 5+ years of experience.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Data Analyst with over 5 years of experience transforming data into actionable insights through automation, cloud analytics, and dynamic dashboards. My proficiency in SQL, Python, and AWS tools like Athena, Glue, and QuickSight has enabled me to optimize reporting processes and enhance data quality significantly. I have a strong track record of reducing manual efforts through ETL and report automation, which has proven to be invaluable in my previous roles.
Throughout my career, I have built interactive BI dashboards and managed data across various platforms, including Excel, AWS S3, and SQL Server. My analytical and problem-solving skills are complemented by a deep understanding of metadata management and compliance with GDPR and HIPAA regulations. I am passionate about leveraging data storytelling and cloud reporting to drive strategic decision-making in data-centric organizations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Data Analyst
L&T Finance Ltd
Jun 2021 - May 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Built QuickSight dashboards to monitor key business metrics like MRR and churn, integrating Athena queries with Lambda for real-time updates. Automated over 15 dashboard reports using Power BI and Python, significantly reducing manual reporting efforts and enhancing stakeholder access to real-time data. Mentored junior analysts and collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve data quality a
Data Analyst
Tata Cliq
Feb 2021 - May 2021 (3 months)
Enabled DevOps and product teams to visualize application health and usage data using QuickSight and Python-driven aggregation. Built interactive dashboards in AWS QuickSight for product sales trends and used Athena with Python to analyze large datasets from S3, reducing ad-hoc reporting time. Developed ETL pipelines using AWS Glue, integrating various data sources, and implemented metadata-driven
Junior Data Analyst
Tata Cliq
May 2019 - Feb 2021 (1 year 9 months)
Designed Glue-based ETL workflows to track feature-level user engagement and adoption across agile releases, visualizing data with Power BI. Designed over 10 automated dashboards using Power BI and DAX for business operations and supply chain teams, significantly reducing monthly report turnaround time. Conducted Python-based data preprocessing for large customer transaction records and used SQL t
Data Analyst Intern / Trainee
Tata Cliq
May 2018 - May 2019 (1 year)
Developed Tableau dashboards and SQL scripts to report on MVP feature usage, NPS scores, and session metrics for executive reporting. Assisted in collecting and cleaning sales and logistics data using Excel and SQL, and created basic Power BI and Tableau dashboards for regional performance tracking. Documented data requirements from business users and standardized reporting templates in Excel, red
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
East Texas A&M University
Master of Science, Business Analytics
Pursued a Master of Science degree focusing on advanced business analytics. Gained expertise in data transformation, cloud analytics, and dynamic dashboard creation.
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada (JNTUK)
Bachelor of Engineering, Engineering
Completed a Bachelor of Engineering degree, building foundational knowledge in engineering principles. Developed problem-solving skills and technical expertise relevant to the field.
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