Sameer Ahmed

Data Analyst | SQL, Python, Power BI | Driving Data-Driven Decision Making & Process Automation | Computer Science Master\'s | University of Illinois

Role
Data Analyst at Illinois Department of Human Services
Location
Springfield, IL, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Sameer Ahmed

I don\'t just analyze data; I build the high-performance engines that power it. With an…

Experience

  1. Data Analyst

    Illinois Department of Human Services

    Feb 2023 — Present · Springfield, IL, US

    Data Visualization & Reporting: Spearheaded the design of interactive Power BI/Tableau dashboards to replace legacy reporting systems, improving data accessibility for stakeholders and reducing decision-making time by 25% through real-time insights- Workflow Automation: Engineered end-to-end automation of data pipelines using Python and Azure Data Factory, achieving 99% accuracy and eliminating 15+ hours/month of manual effort, while ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards- SQL Optimization & Performance Tuning: Overhauled inefficient SQL queries and database structures, accelerating data retrieval speeds by 30% and enabling faster analytics for cross-departmental teams- Compliance & Governance: Conducted rigorous data audits and implemented quality controls to maintain 100% data integrity across systems, aligning with HIPAA regulations and reducing compliance risks- Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborated with IT, operations, and business teams to develop a centralized data repository, cutting data retrieval times by 30% and standardizing reporting for 200+ users- Training & Adoption: Drove a 20% increase in system adoption by creating user-friendly training materials and hosting virtual workshops, reducing recurring support tickets by 40%.

Education

  • Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH)

    Bachelor of Technology

    2016 — 2020

  • University of Illinois Springfield

    Master of Science

    2022 — 2024

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