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Akhil Denny

Master's In Data Science
Newcastle

Summary

Experienced Software Engineer with nearly 5 years in developing and supporting complex systems in the airline industry, transitioning into Data Science. Recently completed a Master’s degree in [Your Degree, e.g., Data Science, Computer Science], equipped with skills in data analysis, machine learning, and natural language processing. Proven track record in handling large-scale applications, resolving technical issues, and application support. Strong problem-solving skills and a quick learner, with hands-on experience in Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA and ServiceNow. Seeking to leverage technical background and newly acquired data science skills to deliver data-driven insights and solutions.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Trading Assistant

Sainsbury's
Newcastle , ENG
06.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in daily operations management, including trade settlements and reconciliations for seamless processing.
  • Delivered excellent customer service by addressing customer inquiries and needs, contributing to positive shopping experience and improving my communication skills.
  • Managed stock replenishment, conducted date checks on fresh produce and grocery products, and assisted with unloading deliveries to ensure well-organized and efficient store environment.
  • Provided exceptional service by maintaining keen attention to detail and utilizing technology effectively, while working both independently and as part of close-knit team.

Senior Software Engineer

Mphasis
Chennai, India
11.2018 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced software functionality and ensured system reliability by identifying and resolving complex technical issues, conducting data modeling, and performing rigorous performance and integration testing.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design innovative software solutions, developed and maintained databases and table structures for web applications, and authored code fixes and enhancements for future releases.
  • Implemented and executed test plans, including debugging and testing scripts, to deliver unit-tested, scalable, and highly available software products within customer-prescribed timeframes.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of development work to facilitate knowledge sharing among team members and successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.


TPFSS Project:

  • Received specialized training in TPF technology and successfully deployed into TPFSS project, focusing on functionality enhancements and assembler coding.
  • Collaborated with various functional teams, including Communications, VM, and Development Tools, to deliver project objectives effectively.
  • Worked with multiple Global Distribution Systems (GDS) clients, handling tasks such as functionality modifications and optimizing system performance.
  • Gained proficiency with tools like IBM Toolkit and ArT, and regularly led knowledge transfer sessions to educate team members on TPF-related topics.
  • Served as Development and Production Support Engineer for YODA web application, widely used by multiple airline clients.
  • Managed full lifecycle of application, including overseeing web servers and databases, ensuring smooth and efficient operation.
  • Addressed and resolved numerous production issues by adhering to Agile sprint processes, utilizing tools such as JIRA for task management and ServiceNow for incident handling.
  • Implemented variety of enhancements to improve application functionality and authored Knowledge Base articles to document solutions for recurring issues.
  • Worked as application developer, primarily responsible for diagnosing and resolving customer-reported problem logs (Pls) through thorough research and code modifications.
  • Executed complex code changes based on client specifications, ensuring high-quality outcomes by conducting detailed unit and integration tests before deploying fixes into production.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation for code modifications and testing processes to facilitate future maintenance and knowledge sharing.

Education

Master of Science - Data Science

University of Sunderland, Sunderland, United Kingdom
09.2023 - Current
  • Dissertation : Longitudinal Analysis of User Interactions and Sentiment on Twitter (X)

Led a comprehensive longitudinal analysis project to examine user interactions and sentiment trends on Twitter using Python. Employed advanced Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques and machine learning models to analyze a large dataset of tweets. The project focused on identifying patterns in user behavior, tracking the evolution of topics and sentiments over time, and assessing their impact on public discourse. This study provided deep insights into how discussions on the platform evolve and change, highlighting major trends and their influence on societal conversations.

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science And Engineering

SCMS School of Engineering And Technology, Kerala, India
08.2014 - 05.2018

Projects :

  • Medical Assistance in nearby Location - Mediassist
    An Innovative idea used to find medical assistance in nearby
    Location of the user according to his medical condition using an
    android application
  • Part of Speech Tagger for Malayalam Language
    A POS tagger for Malayalam language which can tag the inputs and
    help the system to process these Malayalam sentences and return
    tagged output

Skills

Strong Work Ethic

Timeline

Trading Assistant - Sainsbury's
06.2024 - Current
University of Sunderland - Master of Science, Data Science
09.2023 - Current
Senior Software Engineer - Mphasis
11.2018 - 09.2023
SCMS School of Engineering And Technology - Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science And Engineering
08.2014 - 05.2018
Akhil DennyMaster's In Data Science