Shitij Goyal
About Shitij Goyal
Shitij Goyal is a Senior Data Engineer currently working at Prophecy in Bengaluru, India. With a background in data engineering and architecture, he has held various roles in notable companies including Dunzo and Zalando SE.
Work at Dunzo
Shitij Goyal has been employed at Dunzo since 2020, where he currently holds the position of Senior Data Architect. In this role, he has contributed to various data architecture projects for four years in Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Data Engineer at Dunzo for eight months in 2019, focusing on data engineering tasks.
Experience at Zalando SE
Shitij Goyal worked at Zalando SE as a Big Data Engineer for six months in 2018. His role involved handling large datasets and implementing big data solutions in the Berlin Area, Germany. This position marked a significant step in his career transition towards data engineering.
Career Progression in Data Engineering
Shitij Goyal has a diverse background in data engineering and machine learning. He began his career at Grofers, where he worked as a Machine Learning Engineer and later as a Data Engineer from 2015 to 2018. His transition from a mobile developer to a full-time data engineer architect reflects his adaptability and commitment to the field.
Education and Expertise
Shitij Goyal holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from Brightlands, which he completed from 2002 to 2010. He furthered his education at Delhi Technological University, earning a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) from 2011 to 2015. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in data engineering.
Writing and Interests
In addition to his professional work, Shitij Goyal occasionally shares his experiences and side projects on Medium. He has a strong interest in quizzing, which enhances his curiosity and motivation for success in his career.