Palav Patel
About Palav Patel
Palav Patel is a Director at UBS in Pune, Maharashtra, India, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in data analytics and cloud technology, with a background in engineering and previous roles at Cognizant.
Current Role at UBS
Palav Patel serves as a Director at UBS, having taken on this role in 2023. He is based in Pune, Maharashtra, India, and works in a hybrid capacity. His responsibilities include overseeing various projects and initiatives within the organization, leveraging his extensive experience in data analytics and cloud technologies.
Previous Experience at Cognizant
Prior to his current position, Palav Patel worked at Cognizant for several years. He began as a Program Analyst Trainee in 2012 and progressed to a Program Analyst role from 2013 to 2015. He later served as an Associate from 2016 to 2020, during which he worked in the Basel Area, Switzerland. His tenure at Cognizant provided him with a strong foundation in technology and project management.
Educational Background
Palav Patel holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from C K Pithawala College of Engineering, which he attended from 2004 to 2008. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering with a focus on Signal Processing from COEP Technological University, completing his studies from 2010 to 2012.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Palav Patel has developed expertise in building data analytics platforms utilizing cloud-based technologies. He is proficient in Azure Data services, including Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake Storage, and Databricks. Additionally, he specializes in migrating databases and data warehouses to cloud environments and has experience with version control systems such as GitLab, GitHub, and SVN.
Interest in Machine Learning and AI
Palav Patel has a keen interest in machine learning and artificial intelligence. He is also familiar with programming languages and tools such as Python, Spark SQL, PowerBI, and Synapse, demonstrating a commitment to expanding his technical skill set in these emerging fields.