Ankit Nagar

About Ankit Nagar

Senior Data Architect | Data Governance & Platform Leadership | MDMWith 19+ years of experience in IT, I lead the design, remediation, and governance of enterprise-scale data platforms that enable trusted decision-making and long-term scalability.Currently a Senior Data Architect at Nagarro, I work closely with business leaders, engineering teams, and stakeholders to define data strategy, establish governance operating models, and drive platform modernization on the Azure ecosystem.Lead and remediate complex data engineering programs, aligning architecture with business outcomes across ingestion, consumption, and data qualityBuild and mentor centralized data governance teams, enabling ownership, accountability, and data stewardship at scaleDrive enterprise data governance initiatives using tools such as OvalEdge and Collibra, embedding governance into daily data operationsOwn Master Data Management (MDM) strategy and execution using SaaS platforms like ReltioProvide architectural oversight for Spark performance optimization and large-scale distributed data processingPartner with domain leaders across Banking, Automotive, Oil & Gas, and Retail to deliver industry-aligned data solutionsI focus on creating simple, sustainable, and trusted data ecosystems—where architecture, governance, and people work together to deliver measurable business value.

Experience

1. Principal Engineer (Senior Data Architect)

   Nagarro

   Mar 2023 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   I work with multiple clients to solve complex data engineering and data governance challenges, helping them establish scalable, compliant, and business-aligned data ecosystems.As part of the Big Data Practice, I contribute to high-value RFPs, shaping data architecture and governance strategies that help bring strategic business to Nagarro.Key responsibilities and leadership contributions:Define and implement enterprise data governance frameworks, aligned with business objectives and regulatory needsEstablish best-in-class data management practices across data ingestion, transformation, consumption, and governanceDesign and implement next-generation data architectures, including Data Mesh and Data Fabric patternsLead the implementation of SaaS-based data governance platforms such as OvalEdge and Collibra for data cataloging, lineage, security, and data maskingDrive Master Data Management (MDM) strategy and implementation using tools like Reltio and Informatica, enabling creation of trusted golden records across the enterpriseMy focus is on enabling organizations to move from fragmented data initiatives to well-governed, scalable, and value-driven data platforms.

Education

• Simplilearn Alumni

  Masters in Data science, Data Science

• Holy Public School

  CBSE HSE, Science

  2000 — 2002

• ANAND ENGINEERING COLLEGE, ARTONI, AGRA

  B.TECH, Information Technology

  2002 — 2006

• St.francis school

  CBSE TENTH

  1988 — 2000

Skills

• Web Services
• Ims Db/Dc
• Team Leadership
• Cics
• Jira
• File Aid
• Software Development Life Cycle (Sdlc)
• Business Analysis
• Cobol
• Abintio
• Conflict Management
• Endeavor
• Mips Optimisation
• Xpediter
• Changeman
• Sofware Design
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Sdlc
• Vsam
• Requirements Analysis
• Job Control Language (Jcl)
• Software Architecture
• Sql
• Agile Methodologies
• Team Building
• Db2