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