Yousef Jafarnia
Enterprise Solutions & Analytics Intern @BC Hydro
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WORK HISTORY
Enterprise Solutions & Analytics Intern @BC Hydro
Burnaby, BC, CA
Elicited and documented requirements for an upcoming major release of the Energy Analytics System (EAS), translating smart‑meter communication and investigation use cases into a prioritized backlog for Smart Meter Network Operations (SMNO) and Revenue Assurance teams- Authored a consolidated business‑rule document for power‑factor and related calculations, registered its lineage in the enterprise data catalogue, and strengthened data‑governance consistency across all metering analytics- Reactivated two dormant proof‑of‑concept initiatives by clarifying scope, gathering stakeholder inputs, and coordinating next‑step action plans with cross‑functional delivery and operations teams- Served as de facto Scrum facilitator, maintaining Jira Cloud boards, leading sprint ceremonies, and boosting work visibility and collaboration across the analytics delivery team- Collaborated with data architects and governance leads to ensure new analytics requirements aligned with enterprise standards and scalable design considerations.
EDUCATION
Sharif University of Technology
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
The University of British Columbia
Master's degree, Master of Business Analytics - MBAN
UBC Sauder School of Business
Master's degree, Master of Business Analytics - MBAN
Electrical Engineering Department, Sharif University of Technology
Bachelor's degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
ABOUT YOUSEF JAFARNIA
I’m a Business & Data Analyst with 10+ years of experience bridging strategy, data, and delivery across telecom, utilities, taxation, and public sector domains. I specialize in building scalable analytics solutions and data products that drive measurable impact in regulated, high-stakes environments.With a foundation in electrical engineering, an MBA, and now an MBAN at UBC Sauder, I combine technical fluency with structured business thinking, helping organizations translate complex data needs into intelligent, actionable systems.What I DoI translate cross-functional requirements into analytics solutions, data products, and process improvements. My approach is grounded in evidence-based problem solving, domain-driven design, and a deep understanding of system constraints, from technical architecture to regulatory compliance.How I Deliver- Analytics & BI: Proficient in SQL, Python, R, and applied ML; experienced with BI platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Looker) and advanced analytics (time-series modeling, KPI frameworks, A/B testing)- Cloud & Platforms: Hands-on with AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, and Microsoft Fabric; design and evaluation of secure, scalable cloud-native data solutions- Methodologies & Frameworks: Agile (Scrum/Kanban), ITIL & ITSM, SDLC, Data Governance, Data Lineage, Backlog Management, and Business Process Mapping- AI & Automation: Deep interest in LLMs and autonomous agents; skilled in prompt engineering and integrating GenAI capabilities into analytics workflows and productized services.How I Think & LeadI bring a unique ability to zoom out to strategy and zoom in to detail, balancing executive alignment with technical depth. Known for my collaborative mindset, systems thinking, and ability to align multidisciplinary teams, I thrive in environments that require ambidexterity, perspective-taking, and analytical leadership.I’m now seeking opportunities where I can apply this blended expertise, in Business Analytics, Data Strategy, or Analytics Product roles, to help organizations unlock smarter decisions, resilient systems, and AI-enhanced insights.Let’s connect if you’re building something meaningful at the intersection of data, technology, and strategy.
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