SUMAIRA AHMED
Milpitas, CA ***** ady3ys@r.postjobfree.com 773-***-****
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sumaira-ahmed23/ https://github.com/SumairaAhmedCode https://sumairaahmedcode.github.io/Sumaira-Ahmed-Portfolio.github.io/index.html EDUCATION
B.S., Information Science and Data Analytics, May 2023 SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN JOSE, CA, CUM GPA: 3.7 RELEVANT COURSEWORK: Information Science, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, UX Design and Research, Ethics of Human-Centered Technology, Blockchain
DEAN'S SCHOLAR AWARD Dec 2021 - Dec 2023
RELATED SKILLS
LANGUAGES: Python, SQL, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
SOFTWARE TOOLS: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), IntelliJ, Atom, NetBeans, Jupyter Notebook, Visual Studio Code, Tableau, PowerBI, Bootstrap
DESIGN SOFTWARE: Tableau, Figma, Photoshop, Adobe XD, FigJam, Sketch COMMUNICATION TOOLS: Zoom, Slack, Discord, JIRA
EXPERIENCE
Data Analyst, Apple Inc. Via Apex Systems, Sunnyvale, CA, Mar 2022 – Mar 2023
• Ensured accuracy and completeness of data by performing quality assurance tasks and conducted data analysis.
• Executed data quality evaluation addressing reoccurring errors using Apple’s proprietary software.
• Collaborated with team to proactively identify and resolve complex Geographic Information System (GIS)’s issues.
• Managed multiple projects in a fast paced deadline oriented environment improving machine learning and user experience. Volunteer Research Assistant, ICANN Lab SJSU School of Information, remote, Jan 2022 - Aug 2022
• Conducted thorough readings and summaries of scientific literature to facilitate academic paper writing and assisted program leaders in report and research paper writing.
• Ensured accuracy and completeness of data by performing quality assurance tasks and conducted data analysis using Python and SQL.
• Visualized large data sets using Tableau to effectively communicate insights and findings.
• Extracted and shared data with vendors using pre-existing SQL queries to facilitate collaboration and improve project outcomes. Business Analyst, The Halal Guys, Sugarland, TX, 2018 - 2020
• Conducted data analysis using Python and SQL to extract insights from sales and customer data, aiding in decision-making processes for the restaurant.
• Collected and analyzed sales data to identify trends and patterns, assisting in strategic planning and menu optimization.
• Utilized Tableau to create interactive dashboards and data visualizations, presenting key performance indicators to the management team.
• Conducted market research to understand customer preferences and improve menu offerings, leveraging data-driven approaches.
• Created detailed reports and presentations using Microsoft Excel, showcasing business performance and recommended improvements.
• Assisted in optimizing inventory management processes, reducing waste, and ensuring sufficient supply levels. JUNIOR BUSINESS ANALYST, Azhari Merchants Ltd, Nairobi, Kenya, 2017 - 2018
• Collaborated with the management team to analyze business processes and identify areas for improvement in the second-hand clothing industry.
• Collected and analyzed sales data to identify trends and patterns, assisting in strategic planning and menu optimization.
• Conducted market research and data analysis to gain insights into customer preferences, demand trends, and competitors' strategies.
• Utilized Python and SQL to extract, clean, and analyze sales and inventory data, providing valuable insights for decision-making processes.
• Assisted in optimizing inventory management, reducing excess stock, and ensuring a steady supply of popular items.
• Contributed to strategic planning efforts by providing data-driven recommendations to enhance the company's market position.
ACTIVITIES
Volunteer ABC Storyteller Project Corner Stone, YMCA, Santa Clara, CA, Feb 2019 - Mar 2020