Sophia R
About Sophia R
Sophia R is a Senior Data Specialist with over 15 years of experience in business analysis and data management. She has worked for notable companies such as Heerasoft Inc, Citi, and General Atlantic, and possesses expertise in cloud-based data solutions and modern data warehousing.
Work at General Atlantic
Sophia R has been employed at General Atlantic as a Senior Data Specialist since 2015. In this role, she has contributed to data modernization efforts on the Azure platform. Her work involves utilizing Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS), Azure Data Factory (ADF) Pipelines, Azure Functions, and Logic Apps, showcasing her proficiency in cloud-based data solutions. Her tenure at General Atlantic spans over nine years, during which she has developed and implemented various data strategies.
Previous Experience in Data Roles
Prior to her current role, Sophia R held several positions in the data field. She worked as a Data Specialist at Citi from 2014 to 2015, and before that, she served as an ETL Architect at Heerasoft Inc. from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she was a Senior Informatica Lead at Nomura Securities and an ETL Lead at Brown Brothers Harriman. Her experience encompasses over 15 years in business analysis, focusing on requirements gathering and documentation of Data Warehouse ETL processes.
Education and Expertise
Sophia R holds a Master of Technology (M.Tech) degree in Computers from Koneru Lakshmaiah College of Engineering, which she completed from 2002 to 2004. She also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) in Computer Science from SRM Easwari Engineering College between 1996 and 2000. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in data migration, particularly from MS SQL Server to Snowflake, and her proficiency in various data modeling methodologies, including those of Ralph Kimball and Bill Inmon.
Technical Skills and Tools
Sophia R possesses a strong skill set in cloud technologies and data management. She has implemented automation and scripting techniques by triggering ADF pipelines using Azure Functions with Python. Additionally, she utilizes tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, and Version One for Agile and Scrum implementations. Her familiarity with metrics like burn down charts and cycle time demonstrates her capability in managing IT teams and projects effectively.
Teaching and Academic Experience
Sophia R has also contributed to academia as an Assistant Professor at Aditya Engineering College in India from 2004 to 2005. This role allowed her to share her knowledge in computer science and data management with students, further enhancing her expertise in the field. Her academic experience complements her professional background, providing a well-rounded perspective on data and technology.