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Poornima Devra

Poornima Devra

London

Summary

Dynamic Data & AI Cluster Lead at BT Group with expertise in Python and strategic planning. Proven track record in delivering impactful AI/ML solutions and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Adept at driving ethical AI initiatives and enhancing data governance, resulting in significant operational improvements and client satisfaction.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Data & AI Cluster Lead

BT Group
09.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with Solution Leads to deliver AI/ML solutions aligned with customer value streams.
  • Managed cross-functional demand across CFUs, Data Science, Engineering, and Architecture teams.
  • Oversaw delivery of end-to-end data solutions, aligning cost and value with strategic business outcomes.
  • Drove lifecycle management of ML use cases, tracking outcomes against business hypotheses.
  • Defined GTM and adoption strategies for AI products, in alignment with key stakeholders.
  • Enabled the operationalisation of scalable ML use cases across commercial and digital functions.
  • Integrated telemetry for model monitoring and business value validation.
  • Facilitated interlock between solution design and enterprise architecture teams to streamline delivery.

Senior Data & AI Operating Model Consultant

Insight UK
08.2017 - 06.2024
  • Led large-scale data and AI operating model transformation projects across diverse organisations and sectors.
  • Assessed client data maturity, identifying reuse opportunities and capability gaps to inform future-state operating model design.
  • Developed strategic blueprints aligning data analytics capabilities with business objectives and technical architecture.
  • Built strong relationships with senior executives, advising on data governance, AI/ML delivery models, and ethical AI integration.
  • Led end-to-end implementation of operating model strategies, including change management and coaching senior leaders.
  • Contributed to Insight’s strategic growth by developing market offerings, generating thought leadership, and identifying commercial opportunities.
  • Designed and implemented scalable data operating models that integrated AI/ML Ops and agile data product teams.
  • Spearheaded ethical and regulatory compliance frameworks across multiple client engagements.
  • Acted as a key contributor to practice development, mentoring junior consultants and leading knowledge-sharing initiatives.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with Capgemini Invent and other units to deliver comprehensive client solutions.

Education

MSc - Data Science and its Applications

University of Essex
United Kingdom
01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Delhi University
India
07-2014

Skills

  • Python
  • R
  • SQL
  • Spark
  • Git
  • Power BI
  • Scikit-learn
  • Pandas
  • NumPy
  • NLP
  • Unsupervised Learning
  • Model Evaluation
  • AWS
  • Azure
  • GCP
  • ETL Pipelines
  • Telemetry Integration
  • Data Lake Design
  • Agile
  • Scrum
  • Jira
  • Confluence
  • GTM Strategy
  • Machine learning
  • Data governance
  • AI product management
  • Data analytics
  • Strategic planning
  • Project management
  • Ethical AI
  • Client relationship management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
  • Product Management Fundamentals
  • GDPR & Data Ethics Training

Hobbies and Interests

  • AI for public benefit
  • Ethical machine learning
  • Data product strategy

Languages

English, Fluent

Timeline

Data & AI Cluster Lead

BT Group
09.2024 - Current

Senior Data & AI Operating Model Consultant

Insight UK
08.2017 - 06.2024

MSc - Data Science and its Applications

University of Essex

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Delhi University

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