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Sameer Alam - Data Science Architect

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Location: Dallas, Texas, USA

Relocation: No

Visa: USA Citizen

PROFILE Accomplished leader and expert in Digital Enterprise Transformation Strategies, adept at crafting Cloud Strategies with a specialization in Cloud, Data, AI, Security, and Program Management, Data Science Architect with extensive experience in data science, machine learning, and software engineering to design and implement innovative solutions for driving business success. Drive business growth, agility, and efficiency through comprehensive digital technology transformation, process enhancement, and organizational alignment using automation. Deliver exceptional outcomes by ensuring customers revolutionize their technology roadmaps via agile innovation, supported by strategic assessments. Proficient in executing cloud-centric strategies, encompassing Re-platforming, Repurchasing, Refactoring, Retiring, and Retaining to meet diverse business needs. Lead large-scale program execution, steering digital business initiatives in Enterprise Cloud, Mobile, and social applications. Specialize in Infrastructure Design, Enterprise Standards, and establishing an Integrated Architecture Center of Excellence. Develop and implement large-scale critical messaging and integration systems for varied cloud strategies. Proactively enhance cybersecurity by maintaining an incident response plan and conducting regular security assessments, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing. RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SRS WebLogic, Dallas, TX - (January 2023 Present) Sr. Director - Data Science Architect, Professional Services, Customer Success & Ops Lead the development of data-driven solutions resulting in improved efficiency: Implemented a predictive maintenance solution that reduced equipment downtime by 20%, leading to a significant increase in production efficiency and cost savings. Implemented best practices for data governance and security: Established a comprehensive data governance framework, including data classification, access controls, and encryption protocols, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other regulatory requirements. Conducted regular security audits and penetration testing, resulting in zero data breaches over a two-year period. Mentored and coached junior team members, resulting in improved team performance: Provided hands-on guidance and technical mentorship to junior data scientists, resulting in a 30% increase in the accuracy of predictive models and a 25% reduction in time-to-deployment for new data science projects. Implemented a structured training program covering Python programming, machine learning algorithms, and best practices in data analysis and visualization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business opportunities and define data science projects aligned with company goals. Architect end-to-end data science solutions, including designing scalable data pipelines and implementing machine learning models. Utilize Python programming language for data manipulation, analysis, and modeling, ensuring efficient and effective data processing. Implement best practices for data governance, security, and compliance to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information. Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in data science and machine learning, continuously improving team capabilities and processes. Microsoft, Dallas, TX - (July 2020 Dec 2022) Customer Success, Professional Services, Operations, Sales Support Designed, implemented, and monitored effective customer engagement strategies. Drove all aspects of customer revenue growth, onboarding, training, product adoption, and retention management. Achieved consistent annual net dollar retention rates exceeding 110%, driving significant revenue growth and client satisfaction. Established and monitored performance analysis processes, including KPIs, to optimize team performance and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Collaborated effectively with sales, marketing, product, and engineering teams to influence product development and enhance the customer experience. Played a hands-on role in closing strategic business deals and driving direct retention and revenue efforts when necessary. Hitachi, Dallas, TX - (October 2017 June 2020) Automation (AI, Data), Security Strategy and Global Operations Led $25M Hitachi digital Automation and IoT Analytics solutions business. Delivered infrastructure design, enterprise standards, business strategy, and developed an Integrated Architecture Center of Excellence. Developed GTM strategy and transformation blueprints for digital automation, IoT analytics solutions offering. Accenture, Dallas, TX - (November 2016 September 2017) Digital Transformation, Program Governance, and Professional Services Led $50M digital solutions business of Enterprise Cloud (SaaS), Mobile, and Social applications. Managed team of over 120 members with 10 direct reports. Generated $3M in individual revenue, with cumulative gross profit of 15-25% and 82% client satisfaction. IBM, Coppell, TX (July 2013 October 2016) Led $25M digital solutions business of Enterprise Cloud (SaaS), Mobile, and Social applications. Managed team of over 100 members with 10 direct reports. Generated $29M in revenue, with cumulative gross profit of 38% and 92% client satisfaction. Accenture, Irving, TX (March 2010 June 2013) Started Solution Architect practice and the Enterprise Test Center of Excellence (TCOE) practice. Managed a team of over 82 members with 6 direct reports. Developed a five-year multimillion Application Management Support (AMS) strategic roadmap. EDUCATION Master of Science, McGill University Bachelor of Science, McGill University LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES Strategic Thinking and Innovation Budgeting and Forecasting Leading High Performing Teams Facilitation and Negotiation Portfolio and Project Management Sales and Business Development Merger and Acquisitions Process Improvement Competencies Digital transformation - Automation Lean Six Sigma Executive Leadership Business Process Management (BPM) Planning, Strategy, & Governance Balanced Scorecard/Metrics Design Process Modeling, Analysis, Improvement Portfolio Planning using Predictive Portfolio Analysis (PPA) Change Management/Human Performance Tech Analysis Systems Thinking/Organizational Alignment Kaizen / Rapid Improvement Facilitation ITIL & Capability Maturity Modeling Project Mobilization and Rollout Strategy and Execution Test Strategy and Execution Application Management Support Pricing Strategy Development Data Analysis and Modeling Market Research and Trend Analysis Revenue Optimization Product Pricing and Positioning Competitive Intelligence Cross-Functional Collaboration Performance Tracking and Evaluation Technology Integration Employee Engagement Sustainability Initiatives Continuous Improvement Certifications, Membership Certified Cloud Architect Certified Agile PM Professional HANA Solution Architect Certified Solution Architect Certified Life Sciences Industry Generalist Certified AD&D Industry Generalist Technical Skills Packages (SAP -SCM, CRM, HANA) Networking (IP, Circuit, Optical) Systems (Wintel, Unix, Mainframe) Application Development (Agile, Waterfall) Architecture (Systems, Network, Application) Security (IT) Data and AI Skills: Data Analytics (Hadoop, Spark, and Kafka) Machine Learning (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn) Natural Language Processing (NLP) Python for data manipulation, analysis, and modeling Predictive Analytics Data Visualization AI Model Deployment Big Data Technologies (Hadoop, Spark) Data Warehousing and Data Lakes SQL and NoSQL Databases Cloud-based Data Services (Azure Data Services, AWS) Data Governance and Compliance SAP and Testing COE Subject Matter Expert (SME): Enterprise end-to-end Testing Strategic Regression Test Execution Performance Testing and Dashboards Enterprise Tool Strategy HPQC and LISA ITKO Design, Configuration, & Customization of SAP Systems Integrated Project Development Re-Engineering Best Practices for Pipeline Management of Products and Projects Client Experience by Industry Aerospace and Defense Automotive Food & Beverage Healthcare & Pharma Investment & Financial Industrial Product Manufacturing: Oil & Gas Public Sector Technology &Telecom Travel & Transportation Recognition: Individual Delivery Excellence Award winner, awarded to top 1%, the best of the best within any practice. Additional Related Experience (1994 2010) Deloitte, SAP Functional Consultant SAP, Client Partner Sabre American Airlines, Emerging Business Keywords: artificial intelligence active directory information technology Texas