Kushal Ram Tayi
AI Engineer / Data Scientist at BLOVO (Contract)
Developing scalable data pipelines and cloud solutions using GCP BigQuery and Python.
Intro
I'm Kushal Ram Tayi, currently an AI Engineer and Data Scientist at BLOVO. My journey has taken me from a foundation in electrical engineering to backend development at Mphasis, and eventually to a Master’s in Business Analytics at the University of Utah. I specialize in building scalable data pipelines and leveraging machine learning to find the compelling narratives hidden within raw numbers. I am deeply passionate about data storytelling and mentorship, having spent significant time guiding graduate students through the complexities of Python and database systems. I’m currently focused on cloud-based data solutions and am always looking to connect with others in the data science community to share actionable insights and learn together. Whether it's discussing ETL processes or predictive modeling, I'm eager to explore how data can drive strategic business decisions.
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What I can offer
- ›A blend of backend software engineering and advanced data science expertise
- ›Mentorship in Python and database systems
- ›Expertise in Power BI visualization and DAX
What I'm looking for
- ›Opportunities in Data Analytics and Data Science
- ›Collaborative learning with the professional data community
- ›expanding my professional network
- ›exploring mutual opportunities in AI and Data Science
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Background
Career
Transitioned from electrical engineering and process optimization into software engineering at Mphasis, followed by a Master's in Business Analytics and academic mentorship, leading to current roles in AI and data science.
Education
Master of Science in Business Analytics, University of Utah (GPA: 3.88); Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical, Sathyabama Institute of Science & Technology.
Achievements
- ›Winner of Swire Coca-Cola Capstone project for sales forecasting
- ›Deployed over 150 REST APIs with 80% unit test coverage at Mphasis
- ›Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate
- ›Dean’s List honors 2023
Opinions
- Data storytelling is about discovering compelling narratives behind the numbers, not just processing raw data.
- Mentorship is vital for growing aspiring minds within the academic and professional community.
- Continuous certification is a key journey for honing professional expertise.
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Professional, enthusiastic, and academically grounded with a structured tone.
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