Narendra Shukla
About Narendra Shukla
Narendra Shukla serves as the AVP of AI Solutions at WhizAI, bringing extensive experience in data science and machine learning. He has held various leadership roles across multiple companies and has a strong educational background in data science and artificial intelligence.
Current Role at WhizAI
Narendra Shukla serves as the AVP (AI Solutions) at WhizAI, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing artificial intelligence solutions, leveraging his extensive background in data science and machine learning. His work contributes to the company's mission of providing innovative AI-driven solutions to clients, primarily in Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Previous Experience in Data Science and Management
Prior to his current role, Narendra Shukla worked as the Director of Data Science at Xoriant from 2019 to 2022. He also held the position of Senior Project Manager at Saama Technologies from 2012 to 2014 and served as Manager of Application Development at Multiplan Inc from 2006 to 2011. His career began at Timex Corporation, where he was a Senior Project Manager from 1993 to 2006. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of project management and data science across various industries.
Education and Certifications
Narendra Shukla has pursued extensive education in data science and machine learning. He completed a Data Science Specialization from Johns Hopkins University through Coursera, achieving a 99.9% aggregate score. He has also studied at Databricks Academy, earning multiple certifications in Azure Databricks, including SP863-Az and SP860-Az. Additionally, he has completed various courses on platforms like Udemy and Jason Brownlee, focusing on topics such as deep learning, time series analysis, and Python programming.
Technical Program Management Expertise
Narendra Shukla has significant experience in technical program and project management, particularly in data science, machine learning, and big data. His expertise spans across the US and European markets, with a focus on healthcare, e-commerce, and commercial pharmaceuticals. He has managed a Data Science Center of Excellence for over a decade, overseeing more than 25 data science projects and leading teams to achieve growth in their initiatives.
Achievements in Data Science Competitions
Narendra Shukla has demonstrated his data science skills through participation in competitive platforms. He achieved a top 10% ranking in a Kaggle competition, showcasing his ability to tackle complex data science challenges. This achievement reflects his proficiency in applying data science techniques to real-world problems.