Akshay Sachdeva
About Akshay Sachdeva
Akshay Sachdeva is a Data Scientist with extensive experience in developing statistical and machine learning models to improve customer experience. He holds a Master's degree in Data Science from RMIT University and has worked for various organizations, including WooliesX, Tata Consultancy Services, and InDebted.
Current Role at InDebted
Akshay Sachdeva currently serves as a Data Scientist at InDebted, a position he has held since 2022 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. In this role, he is responsible for owning the end-to-end data science pipeline, which includes scoping, preparation, building, testing, implementation, maintenance, tracking, and optimization of predictive models. He engages with business partners and engineers to ensure successful delivery and implementation of models into production.
Previous Experience in Data Science
Prior to his role at InDebted, Akshay worked in various data science positions across multiple organizations. He was a Data Scientist at WooliesX for six months in 2021 and at WhyHive for five months in 2021. Additionally, he held a Data Scientist position at RMIT University for 11 months in 2020. His responsibilities included developing and maintaining advanced statistical and machine learning models to enhance customer experience and optimize collections.
Education and Qualifications
Akshay Sachdeva holds a Master's degree in Data Science from RMIT University, where he studied from 2019 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Information Technology from Amity School of Engineering and Technology, completing his studies from 2010 to 2014. His foundational education was completed at St. Marks Sr. Sec. Public School.
Career Background in Analytics
Akshay has a diverse background in analytics, having worked in various roles prior to his current position. He served as a Process Manager at American Express for seven months in 2018 and as a Senior Data Analyst at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC for nine months in 2018. Earlier, he was an Analytics Associate at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. for one year from 2016 to 2017 and worked as a SAS Analyst at Tata Consultancy Services for two years from 2014 to 2016.
Teaching and Mentoring Experience
In addition to his data science roles, Akshay has experience in teaching and mentoring. He worked as a Data Analytics Instructor at Monash University Boot Camps for five months in 2021. He also served as a Private Tutor at Superprof for nine months in 2020, where he shared his knowledge and expertise in data science and analytics with students.