Noorain Zaidi
About Noorain Zaidi
Noorain Zaidi is an Associate Consultant at FinXL IT Professional Services with expertise in deep learning, statistical machine learning, and data visualization using Python and R.
Title and Current Role
Noorain Zaidi is an Associate Consultant at FinXL IT Professional Services, based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Noorain has been with the company since 2021. At FinXL, Noorain applies expertise in deep learning and statistical machine learning using Python and R, addressing complex data challenges and providing insights for clients.
Educational Background
Noorain holds a Master's degree in Data Analytics from Deakin University, completed between 2018 and 2020. During this time, Noorain achieved a current weighted average mark (WAM) of 80.75. Before this, Noorain obtained a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Computer Science from Maharishi Markandeshwar University, studying from 2009 to 2013.
Professional Experience
Noorain has accumulated diverse professional experience in various roles. Previous positions include Casual Academic (Data Analytics|SQL|AI) and Research Assistant - Data Science at Deakin University, and AI/ML Data Analyst at Ford Motor Company. Earlier roles were held at Cognizant as a Hadoop Engineer, Splunk Developer, and System Engineer. The cumulative work experience spans several roles across Australia and India.
Skills and Expertise
Noorain is proficient in developing models using structured and unstructured databases such as SQL and MongoDB. Fluent in tools and technologies for Big Data, more specifically Pig, Hive, Sqoop, Oozie, Flume, HDFS, HCatalog, and HBase. Noorain is also adept in data visualization using Python, R, TensorFlow, PowerBI, Tableau, and RapidMiner. This technical expertise is complemented by knowledge of machine learning techniques and statistical analysis.
Leadership and Mentorship
During academic tenure at Deakin University, Noorain served as a Peer Support Mentor within the Faculty of Science and Engineering, providing guidance and support to fellow students. Furthermore, as a Wellbeing Ambassador with Mind Matters at Deakin University, Noorain played a key role in promoting health and wellbeing, honing leadership and interpersonal skills.