Sandhya Kothapally

Data Scientist

Luton, UK 2+ yrs exp 90 · Outstanding

About

Data Scientist with an MSc in Advanced Computer Science, specialising in distributed systems optimisation and predictive analytics. Achieved 20% faster query response times and 18% throughput improvement through ML-driven data placement research. Proficient in Python, SQL, and modern ML frameworks (XGBoost, LSTM, Random Forest). Proven ability to translate complex data into business impact—demonstrated by 12% waste reduction via demand forecasting. Seeking Data Scientist or Data Analyst roles in data-driven organisations.

Skills & Expertise (43)

scikit-learn Advanced

8.5/10

Years Exp

Python Advanced

8.5/10

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Random Forest Advanced

8.0/10

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Power BI Advanced

8.0/10

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Statistical Analysis Advanced

8.0/10

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Data Cleaning Advanced

8.0/10

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EDA Advanced

8.0/10

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Model Evaluation Advanced

8.0/10

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Feature Engineering Advanced

8.0/10

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XGBoost Advanced

8.0/10

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Unsupervised Learning Advanced

8.0/10

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Supervised Learning Advanced

8.0/10

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Git Advanced

8.0/10

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SQL Advanced

8.0/10

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Jupyter Advanced

8.0/10

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NumPy Advanced

8.0/10

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Pandas Advanced

8.0/10

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ETL Pipelines Intermediate

7.5/10

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Azure Intermediate

7.5/10

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AWS Intermediate

7.5/10

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Plotly Intermediate

7.5/10

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GCP Intermediate

7.5/10

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Seaborn Intermediate

7.5/10

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LINUX Intermediate

7.5/10

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Matplotlib Intermediate

7.5/10

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Time-Series Analysis Intermediate

7.5/10

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LSTM Intermediate

7.5/10

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LightGBM Intermediate

7.5/10

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MySql Intermediate

7.5/10

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Tableau Intermediate

7.5/10

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TensorFlow Intermediate

7.5/10

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Postgresql Intermediate

7.5/10

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PyTorch Intermediate

7.5/10

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SMOTE Intermediate

7.0/10

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Streamlit Intermediate

7.0/10

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Docker Intermediate

7.0/10

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MLflow Intermediate

6.5/10

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Apache Spark Intermediate

6.5/10

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Airflow Intermediate

6.5/10

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Hadoop Intermediate

6.0/10

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Distributed Systems Intermediate

6.0/10

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Data Warehousing Intermediate

6.0/10

Years Exp

Java

Work Experience

Shift Manager

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

Jan 2024 - Present

Analysed historical sales data to forecast demand and optimise staff scheduling, reducing labour inefficiencies by 8%. Monitored inventory and sales trends to refine stock control, reducing food waste by 12%. Built Power BI dashboards tracking sales, customer wait times, and team performance KPIs. Delivered actionable insights to management, supporting data-driven operational decisions. Led team training initiatives, improving onboarding efficiency and service quality.