Tarun Balani
About Tarun Balani
Tarun Balani is a Senior Data Scientist currently employed at Hinge Health, with a diverse background in data analysis and engineering across various companies. He has previously held positions at Apartments.com and has a strong academic foundation in Information Systems and Electrical Engineering.
Current Role at Hinge Health
Tarun Balani serves as a Senior Data Scientist at Hinge Health, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he applies his expertise in data science to contribute to the company's mission of improving musculoskeletal health through digital solutions. His responsibilities include analyzing complex data sets, developing predictive models, and providing insights that drive strategic decision-making.
Previous Experience at Apartments.com
Prior to joining Hinge Health, Tarun Balani worked at Apartments.com in various capacities. He served as a Data Scientist from 2021 to 2022, following his role as a Senior Data Analyst from 2020 to 2021. His tenure at Apartments.com began as a Data Analyst II from 2018 to 2020. Throughout these roles, he focused on data analysis and interpretation to enhance business operations and customer experience.
Educational Background
Tarun Balani earned a Master of Science in Information Systems with a focus on Big Data Management and Analysis from Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business, completing his studies in 2018. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, which he completed in 2016. His educational journey includes multiple high school institutions, where he studied various subjects.
Early Career and Internships
Tarun Balani began his career with several internships that provided foundational experience in data analysis and engineering. He worked as a Data Engineer Intern at Sabre Airline Solutions in 2015 and as a Linking Analyst Intern at Equifax in 2018. Additionally, he co-founded 23 Yards in India, where he served as Lead Data Analyst from 2016 to 2017. These roles contributed to his development in data analytics and application analysis.
Research and Academic Contributions
During his time at Georgia State University, Tarun Balani worked as a Graduate Research Assistant - Data Analyst from 2017 to 2018. In this role, he contributed to academic research projects, utilizing his analytical skills to support data-driven findings. His involvement in research reflects his commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of data science.