RIYAN AHMED BAIG
Hamilton,South Lanarkshire
Summary
Analytical MSc student with nearly three years of enterprise experience working with production data, SQL querying, and root cause analysis within large-scale systems. Strong background in data validation, reporting support, and stakeholder communication. Experienced in translating complex datasets into clear, actionable insights. Seeking a graduate analytics role where data can drive informed decision-making and operational improvement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Digital Engineer (Data-Focused Role)
Sonata Software Ltd
Bangalore , India
2022.09 - 2025.04
- Analysed and resolved complex production data discrepancies using SQL, ensuring alignment with business rules.
- Executed advanced queries to extract, validate, and reconcile backend datasets.
- Conducted root cause analysis on recurring data issues, identifying patterns and implementing long-term fixes.
- Used Splunk to analyse system logs and support operational investigations.
- Presented structured data insights to stakeholders to support decision-making and client issue resolution.
- Collaborated with QA, development, and support teams to maintain data consistency across systems.
- Mentored junior engineers and contributed to process improvement initiatives.
Data Research Intern
Automation Research Laboratory
Bangalore , India
2021.09 - 2021.10
- Assisted in organising and analysing datasets for a genetic sequencing research project.
- Supported documentation and structured data preparation for analysis.
Education
MSc IT - Data Analytics
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley 2025.05 -
B.E. - Computer Science
Don Bosco Institute of Technology
Bangalore 2018.06 - 2022.08
Certificate of Higher Education - Science
Narayana Pre-University College
Bangalore 2016.06 - 2018.05
10th Grade - Science
The New Cambridge English School
Bangalore 2015.05 - 2016.03
Skills
- Data & Analytics: SQL (joins, stored procedures), Data Cleaning, Data Validation, Root Cause Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Basic Statistical Methods
- Tools: Microsoft SQL Server, Excel (pivot tables, formulas), Splunk, Jira, Git, Visual Studio, Power Bi, Tableau, Orange
- Technical Knowledge: Data Integrity, Dashboard Data Preparation, Enterprise Systems Analysis
- Professional Skills: Stakeholder Communication, Analytical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Agile/Scrum
- Databases: Microsoft SQL Server
- Concepts & Methodologies: Agile/Scrum, DBMS, OOP, Logging & Monitoring
Certification
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
- Introduction to Data Analytics
- Introduction to SQL
- Introduction to Machine Learning
- Python for Beginners
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
Urdu (Fluent)
Hindi (Fluent)
Kannada (Conversational)
Timeline
MSc IT - Data Analytics
University of the West of Scotland
2025.05 -
Digital Engineer (Data-Focused Role)
Sonata Software Ltd
2022.09 - 2025.04
Data Research Intern
Automation Research Laboratory
2021.09 - 2021.10
B.E. - Computer Science
Don Bosco Institute of Technology
2018.06 - 2022.08
Certificate of Higher Education - Science
Narayana Pre-University College
2016.06 - 2018.05
10th Grade - Science
The New Cambridge English School
2015.05 - 2016.03