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ArulAnand Antony Raj

ArulAnand Antony Raj

Summary

Accomplished Data Scientist with over 6 years of experience in enhancing data-driven functions within various business function in an organization. Adept at developing and executing advanced data analytics and visualizations. My expertise extends to participating in internal delivery audits, identifying areas for improvement, and fostering the use of data analytics tools and techniques.

Specializing in creating use cases and developing actionable insights to support business decision-making, I have a proven ability to translate complex data into valuable business intelligence.

Experienced in identifying risk areas, planning audits, and reviewing controls using advanced data analytical tools and techniques. Prior to my consulting role, I spent 12 years as a technical expert in the IT industry, with extensive experience in Informatica/SAS development (ETL tools), Azure platform, and DevOps culture.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Business Consultant - Data & Analytics

RABOBANK / Tata Consultancy Services
Netherlands
01.2020 - Current

Developed a Credit Score Calculation model for Rabo Bank to evaluate loan applicants’ creditworthiness.

  • Implemented and Analyze real time transaction data and predict the likelihood of meeting payment obligations.
  • Ensured compliance with quality and security standards, aligning with Rabo Bank’s internal financial models.
  • Enhanced the loan application process, contributing to informed decision-making and risk management.

Developed a Fraud Detection System, that helped reducing fraudulent activity by 8-10%

  • Orchestrated data collection and preprocessing, ensuring high-quality inputs for analysis.
  • Developed and deployed predictive models, enhancing real-time transaction security.
  • Provided critical data insights for internal audit’s risk and control assessments.
  • Drove continuous system improvements, adapting to new fraud patterns and tactics.

Business Consultant - Data & Analytics

Axa Insurance / Tata Consultancy services
Manchester(UK)
06.2017 - 12.2019

Claims Transformation Program (CTP) Project

  • Led a global data integration initiative, transitioning from AXA Claim system to Guidewire claims system.
  • Managed data flow from GCS to SAVI (Target DB-Kalido), ensuring seamless data integration.
  • Conducted in-depth data analysis to identify trends and improve claims processing efficiency.
  • Directed cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven technology projects on time and within budget.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define data requirements, aligning technical solutions with business goals.
  • Applied root cause analysis to troubleshoot and resolve data-related system performance issues.

Business Value Added:

  • Enhanced data processing, reducing turnaround time and improving data accuracy.
  • Implemented advanced data solutions, boosting the reliability and efficiency of the claims system.
  • Achieved cost reductions through efficient data management and problem-solving techniques.

Lead Consultant - Delivery

Standard Chartered Bank, SCB
09.2012 - 05.2017
  • Spearheaded the successful completion of complex projects through effective risk management and mitigation strategies.
  • Analyzed requirements, developed cost estimates, evaluated alternative solutions and supported information system acquisition and implementation.
  • Assisted clients in fully integrating company solutions into current business environments, providing input on best practices and recommendations for maximizing utility of company solutions.
  • Assessed potential risks during project planning stages, developing contingency plans to mitigate negative impacts on deliverables.
  • Performed gap analysis and provided plans based off of identified recommendations.
  • Developed program schedules and monitored milestones, managing production flow to guide production orders to correct and timely completion.
  • Conducted regular progress meetings to update stakeholders on project status, challenges, and solutions implemented.

Senior Software Engineer

RBS Bank / Infosys
01.2011 - 08.2012
  • Worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Infosys
  • Performed major role in understanding the business requirements and creating ETL process to load data from BRM to CRM.
  • Used SAS DI ETL tool Transformations to Develop for defining Source & Target definitions.
  • Created Unix shell scripts in the Preprocessing session to validate the source files from Source system and place the valid files in FLA folder to trigger the daily flow.
  • Hitting CRM(MS Dynamics – Target system) from SAS DI through Webservices was a critical task and we accomplish the work with deep R&D.
  • Created Data Modeling: Entity Relationship Model and Dimensional Data Model - Logical Data Model and Physical Data Model

Education

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06.2004

Skills

  • Data Driven Decision Making
  • Critical Thinking and Business Analysis
  • Audit and Process Improvement
  • Data Warehousing
  • Strategic Planning
  • Problem Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Stakeholder Communication

Skillsets

Data Processing Tools : Informatica PowerCenter 10.X,Azure,DEV OPS,SAS DI 4.21

Programming Language : COBOL Mainframe, JCL, CICS, VSAM, and EASYTRIEVE.

Predictive Modeling: Data Vault

Data Visualization : Microstrategy 8, Power BI

Data Analytics and Database Programming: SQL 2008 , DB2(SQL)

Operating systems : Windows, DOS,UNIX

Additional Information

· Currently working as Business Consultant - Data & Analytics at Tata Consultancy Services : Sep 2017 – Till Date

· Worked as Lead Consultant - Data & Analytics at Tata Consultancy Services : Sep 2013 – Aug 2017

· Worked as Technology Lead at Infosys Pvt Ltd : Jan 2012 - Aug 2013.

· Worked as a Senior Software Developer at Systech Solutions Pvt Ltd. : Jan 2011 – Oct 2011

· Worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Mahindra Satyam. : Nov 2007 – Jan 2011

· Worked as Programmer Analyst at Cognizant Technology Solutions : May 2005 – Aug 2007.

Certification

Microsoft Azure Professional

Agile Transformation

Data Vault

Digital Transformation.

SAFe Agile

Timeline

Business Consultant - Data & Analytics

RABOBANK / Tata Consultancy Services
01.2020 - Current

Business Consultant - Data & Analytics

Axa Insurance / Tata Consultancy services
06.2017 - 12.2019

Lead Consultant - Delivery

Standard Chartered Bank, SCB
09.2012 - 05.2017

Senior Software Engineer

RBS Bank / Infosys
01.2011 - 08.2012

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ArulAnand Antony Raj