Austin E. Amadi

Greetings! I'm Austin, a seasoned data scientist with a passion for transforming raw data into actionable insights. With three years of hands-on experience in the dynamic field of data science, I've honed my skills in analyzing complex datasets and extracting meaningful patterns.

My journey into the world of data began with a curiosity to unravel the stories hidden within numbers. Over the years, I've cultivated expertise in utilizing cutting-edge tools and techniques to turn data into strategic advantages. From statistical modeling to machine learning, I thrive on crafting solutions that drive informed decision-making.

In my professional journey, I've had the privilege of working on diverse projects, tackling challenges across industries. I believe in the power of data to revolutionize how businesses operate and innovate. My commitment to continuous learning ensures that I stay at the forefront of the ever-evolving field, embracing new technologies to stay ahead of the curve.

Whether it's optimizing operations, predicting trends, or building robust data-driven strategies, I take pride in translating data complexities into actionable plans. As a data scientist, I am not just a number cruncher; I am a storyteller who narrates tales of success through the language of data.

Let's embark on a journey of discovery together, where data becomes the compass guiding us towards informed and impactful decisions.

Personal statement

I am a data analyst with 3+ years of experience. I have a proven record of working with highly cross-functional internal teams to get models into production. I am also skilled in leveraging positive analytical thinking, problem-solving orientation, research knowledge, fast-learning capacity, and team management skills to enhance productivity and operational efficiency. I am adept understanding database types; research methodologies; and significant data capture, curation, manipulation, and visualization. I am seeking continuous professional progress and eager to advance organizational goals and implement innovative business solutions.

Career history

10Alytics, Manchester, UK

Data Scientist (Full-time, Remote)                                                                September 2022- December 2023

• Interpreting intelligence data to evaluate trends and develop automated reports, support executive decision-making.
• Performing ETL processes on client data sources and applying SQL queries to identify trends and obtain insights into operational and procedural improvement.
• Developed forecast models to predict future customers and products.
• Conducting data cleaning and processing using Microsoft Excel and SQL, creating a visualization in response to business challenges, and recommending solutions.
• Collaborating with a cross-functional team of senior data scientists and analysts in working on a variety of complex and challenging problems.
• Facilitating and orchestrating the import of new and necessary data modelling and methodology approaches by initial prototyping and testing in the project context.

Stock Gap Fuels Limited, Rivers, Nigeria, 

Data Analyst (Full-time, Permanent)                                                                        August 2020 - July 2022

• Developed interactive and clear dashboards in Excel using pivot tables, pivot charts, COUNTIF, VLOOKUPs, and INDEX MATCH, among others, to ease clients’ understanding. 
• Collaborated with product manager to perform a cohort analysis that identified an opportunity to reduce pricing by 15% for a segment of users to boost revenue by $160,000
• Performed ETL processes on client data sources and applied SQL queries to identify trends and obtain insights into operational and procedural improvement. 
• I Transform business requirements into actionable insights using SQL to Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) data into report-ready formats. 
• I Created data dashboards, highlighted triggers and constraints, and performed reviews to ensure database consistency and information integrity

Stock Gap Fuels Limited, Rivers, Nigeria, 

Risk Management Analyst (Full-time, Permanent)                                                 November 2019 - July 2020

• Recommending adequate response/ treatment of any risk identified. Maintain assets (equipment and other company items) register. 
• Liaise with the Company insurance broker company on various issues (claims, insurance expiry period notification, insurance renewal updates) alongside the Account Department so that payment is followed duly.
• Maintain a register for the various assets (including other types of insurance by the company) that are insured. 
• Maintain the Company Vehicle Schedule from time to time alongside the insurance policies per vehicle to ascertain their scrap value time and report accordingly to the management.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop practical solutions for challenging situations.

Education

Institution: Landmark University                                                                                                  July 2018

BSc - Microbiology

CERTIFICATIONS

Certificate, Skill Share, New York, USA                                                                                        March 2019

• Statistics for Data Science and Business Analysis

Certificate, Nova University, Lagos, Nigeria                                                                                  July 2022

• Web Design Consultancy

SKILLS/Technologies

• Programming and Languages: Python, Microsoft SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, Pytorch, Tableau, NumPy, and Pandas
• Collaborative tools (Slack, Team Viewer, Zoom), Microsoft Office tools (MS word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suites (Doc, Sheet, Slide)