Bala Venkata S Varma

About Bala Venkata S Varma

Highly skilled Data Analyst with 6 years of experience in leveraging data-driven insights to guide strategic decision-making and improve business outcomes. Proficient in data visualization, statistical analysis, and predictive modeling, with a proven track record of delivering actionable insights that enhance efficiency and drive growth. Experienced in using tools like Python, SQL, Power BI, and AWS to manage, analyze, and interpret complex data sets. Adept at working cross-functionally to identify opportunities, solve problems, and implement data solutions that align with business objectives. Passionate about continuous learning and staying current with the latest technologies and methodologies in data analytics.

Experience

1. Data Analyst

   Ecolab

   Nov 2023 — Present · St Paul, MN, US

   Analyzed the requirements and segregated them into high level and low-level Use Cases, activity diagrams using Rational Rose according to UML methodology thus defining the Data Process Models• Built out the data and reporting infrastructure from the ground up using Tableau and SQL to provide real-time insights• Was responsible for indexing of the tables in that data warehouse. Used senior level SQL query skills (Oracle and TSQL) in analysing and validating SSIS ETL database data warehouse processes• Converted Business Requirements to the Functional Specification and Conducted JAD Sessions to develop an architectural solution that the application meets the business requirements, resolve open issues, and change requests• Using Python, SQL, and Excel developed and owned the reporting for a nationwide retention program, saving ~100 hours of labour each month.• Used tools like Tableau and Microsoft Excel for data analysis and generating data reports• Analysed the data warehouse project database requirements from the users in terms of the dimensions they want to measure and the facts for which the dimensions need to be analysed• Responsible for physical/logical data modelling; metadata documentation; user documentation; and production specs

Education

• MLR Institute of Technology

  Bachelor's degree, Computer Science