Manoj Babu
About Manoj Babu
Manoj Babu is a Principal Data Engineer at AirAsia, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in data engineering, with a strong background in Python and expertise in data pipeline optimization using technologies such as Apache Kafka and Apache Airflow.
Work at AirAsia
Manoj Babu has been employed at AirAsia since 2019, progressing through various roles in data engineering. He served as a Senior Data Engineer from 2019 to 2021, where he contributed to data management and analytics. Following this, he took on the role of Lead Data Engineer - Experimentation from 2021 to 2022, focusing on data-driven experimentation initiatives. Currently, he holds the position of Principal Data Engineer, a role he has occupied since 2022. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing data engineering projects and optimizing data processes within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Manoj Babu earned his Bachelor's degree in Mining and Mineral Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, completing his studies from 2009 to 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in data engineering. He possesses advanced skills in Python programming, data warehousing with Amazon Redshift, and large-scale data processing using Apache Spark. Additionally, he has expertise in integrating and optimizing data pipelines with tools such as Apache Kafka and Apache Airflow.
Background
Before joining AirAsia, Manoj Babu gained experience in various roles across different companies. He worked as a Data Engineer II at honestbee in Singapore for eight months in 2018-2019. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Software Engineer at Zivame.com from 2015 to 2018. His early career included positions as a Software Engineer at Infruid Labs and Kore Inc, as well as an internship at Tracxn in 2014. This diverse experience has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of data engineering.
Career Progression
Manoj Babu's career in data engineering has seen significant progression over the years. He began his professional journey as an intern at Tracxn in 2014 and quickly moved into software engineering roles at Kore Inc and Infruid Labs. His transition to data engineering began at honestbee, followed by a substantial tenure at AirAsia, where he has held multiple positions, culminating in his current role as Principal Data Engineer. This trajectory highlights his growth and adaptability in the field of data engineering.