Machine Learning Data Scientist

Abhishek Gundala

Atlanta, GA • ***************@*******.*** • 470-***-**** • LinkedIn • GitHub

SUMMARY

A results-driven Data Scientist with deep expertise in statistical analysis and machine learning. Proven ability to lead cross-functional efforts while setting and achieving ambitious goals through proactive collaboration and strategic alignment. SKILLS

Technology: Python (Pandas, Scikit-learn, NumPy), R Studio (Tidyverse, Plotly, dplyr), SQL, Tableau, PowerBI (Power Query, DAX), Machine Learning, Predictive modelling, Statistical Analysis, Data Mining, Microsoft Excel (Advanced), IAM, Archer GRC Professional Expertise: Enterprise Risk Management, Project Management, Business Operations, Recruitment, Customer Service WORK EXPERIENCE

Premier Petroleum Inc Atlanta, GA

Business Data Analyst (Contract) Apr 2025 – Present

• Reduced friction in user access setup time by 50% in PDI ERP software in 1 month by implementing automation, significantly enhancing security protocols and efficiency.

• Led the consolidation and analysis of disparate datasets from multiple business teams to develop and implement a Logistic Regression ML model that predicted customer churn with 72% accuracy.

• Implemented 3+ PowerBI dashboard reports for Customer Lifetime Value (CLV) analysis, integrating it into business processes to track customer worth, identify high-net-worth individuals. Truist Financial Atlanta, GA

Risk Data and Reporting Senior Analyst Oct 2024 – Mar 2025

• Boosted operational efficiency by 20% by deploying 3 dynamic dashboards and time-tracking fields in RSA Archer, giving risk teams real-time visibility into key processes and KRIs.

• Elevated global risk reporting accuracy within 4 months by implementing critical SQL database cross-references in Archer database for enhanced enterprise roadmap tracking.

• Developed an enterprise-wide integrated risk platform in RSA Archer by partnering with 50+ stakeholders to align and streamline individual risk processes.

• Used data import automation to enhance efficiency of Quarterly Risk and Control Taxonomy reviews. Facilitated 200+ change requests and collaborated with working group members to ensure timely imports into RSA Archer application.

• Revamped Identity Access Management for 50+ GRC solutions in RSA Archer, cleansing and optimizing user access, applications, and authorizations for the 2025 enterprise risk roadmap.

• Streamlined policy and procedure management across the organization by developing 2 enterprise-wide risk policies, job aids, and procedures, ensuring consistency and alignment among risk teams. Premier Petroleum Inc Atlanta, GA

Business Analyst Intern Jul 2024 – Oct 2024

• Established and documented operational workflows and handled internal ad-hoc requests to streamline business operations.

• Enhanced data security and streamlined access by configuring user accounts in PDI ERP software.

• Generated and analyzed weekly and monthly customer analytics reports to support data-driven decision-making. Randstad India Hyderabad, India

Recruitment Coordinator Sep 2020 – Jan 2023

• Used analytics to streamline recruitment processes by processing 13,000+ candidates through structured evaluations, enhancing overall hiring efficiency by 35% within 9 months for various Honeywell Engineering roles.

• Led improvement efforts for candidate-role alignment across various open engineering positions. Implemented standardization in assessment criteria while conducting 100+ interviews per hiring cycle. Accenture India Hyderabad, India

Senior Business Operations Associate Sep 2018 – Sep 2019

• Showcased leadership by training a 12-member team in social media ops, as an SME, to handle engagements for YouTube creators on Twitter.

• Provided analytics support to 20+ high-net-worth YouTube creators on monetization and other account related issues. Amazon.com Hyderabad, India

Sr. CS Escalations Specialist Jul 2015 – Jul 2017

• Took ownership to lead a pilot training program for the team on account security ops, building a proactive work culture.

• Used analytical insights to resolve 100+ daily critical escalated operations concerns, as part of Search and Rescue team, maintaining a 100% CSAT rate and protecting account integrity. EDUCATION

Stetson-Hatcher School of Business, Mercer University Atlanta, GA Master of Science in Business Analytics May 2024

GPA: 3.5/4.0 International Student Ambassador

Osmania University Hyderabad, India

Bachelor of Business Administration June 2021

PROJECTS

Capstone Project – Mercer University May 2024

Predicting Employment Attrition rate for IBM

• Co-led development of predictive analytics model using ML algorithms (Decision Tree & Logistic Regression) to forecast employment attrition for 23,000+ IBM employees, achieving 78% prediction accuracy.

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