Harsh Raj

Hi Everyone!

I'm Harsh Raj, and I'm on a mission to find a challenging and rewarding mid-level role in the world of data. My background in Quant Analysis, Data Engineering, and Finance has equipped me with the skills to make a real impact. Beyond my professional pursuits, I'm an avid traveler, a tech enthusiast, and a passionate chess player.

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About me

I'm a Data Management Analyst with nearly 3 years of experience and a passion for uncovering actionable insights from complex data. As an Assistant Manager at Bank of America, I specialize in identifying opportunities and driving process improvements that deliver tangible results. I leverage a diverse toolkit, including Python, Alteryx, and SQL, to analyze financial and business data, translating it into effective strategies for stakeholders. I'm a strong communicator and collaborator, bridging the gap between data and informed decision-making. I'm also eager to learn new techniques and technologies to further enhance my analytical abilities.

My background spans management consulting, global client engagement, and project leadership, allowing me to approach challenges from a multifaceted perspective. I'm driven by a desire to stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving world of technology and am always seeking new opportunities to learn and grow.

Let’s innovate and impact together!

What I do ?

Web development

I build user-centric websites that combine cutting-edge design with seamless user experiences.
Data Management

Delivering data-driven insights that drive global business success.

Testimonials

Jyotirmay Bansal
Generalist at Zomato

I mentored and worked with Harsh during my time as an Associate Consultant at ZS. He is a diligent and sincere person. He is always ready to go the extra mile to deliver impactful work. The best part is his technical expertise and understanding of things. He will be an asset to any organization that he works for.
Parul Khurana
Assistant Manager at Bank of America

Harsh and I have worked together for 2 years in the same project and I can vouch for his Detail Oriented nature and strong technical skills. He is an excellent communicator with a positive attitude and never back down spirit. He is really insightful and has the ability to analyze problems from wide perspectives. He will be an asset to any organization he works for.
Shounak Sen
Software Engineer at Jio

I had the pleasure of working closely with Harsh during our B.Tech days, where we collaborated on multiple college projects. Harsh is one of the most sincere and dependable individuals I’ve worked with, consistently bringing his A-game to every task. His unwavering commitment to excellence, critical thinking, and innovative solutions were instrumental in the success of our projects. Beyond his technical skills, his collaborative nature and willingness to support teammates made him an exceptional team player, keeping us motivated even during challenging times. Harsh’s dedication and work ethic make him an asset to any team or organization, and I wholeheartedly recommend him for any role or opportunity he pursues.

Companies I worked with

Resume

Education

SRM University Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu, India Btech in Computer Science
2017 — 2021
• Graduated with a distinction, achieving 81%.

Experience

Bank of America Gurugram, India Assistant Manager
December 2023 - Present
• Collaborated directly with the Assistant Director to develop controls on FRTB, FR VaR of trading accounts, and the Master Product List.

• Successfully upgraded various trade groups through data analysis, addressing data gaps, and anomalies in alignment with testing strategies and acceptance criteria and produced comprehensive design documentation.

• Demonstrated strong analytical skills by identifying, reporting, and resolving data quality issues across teams and stakeholders using an efficient framework. Managed 10+ controls with 100% accuracy by implementing new control.

• Led Excel and VBA automation, achieving up to 95%-time savings weekly.
ZS Associates Gurugram, India Business Operations Associate
July 2021 - October 2023
• Leveraged analytics expertise to support Healthcare clients in the US market with specialty drug product revenue of $2B, delivering predictive models.

• Successfully led the transition of HIV PrEP therapy ETL processes from CAH (analytics platform) to AWS, streamlining operations and enhancing data accessibility.

• Served as a single point of contact for therapy sales and marketing analytics, handling over 100 ad-hoc requests and updating real-time KPIs.

• Designed predictive models to identify key top-line drivers for a new specialty drug launch, enabling management to revise brand strategy and address declining revenues effectively.

• Led ETL automation using Alteryx, SQL, Advanced Excel, and VBA, saving ~100 hours/month.
ZS Associates Gurugram, India Business Operations Associate intern
January 2021 - June 2023
• Provided analytics support to a leading USA pharmaceutical company within the Analytics and Process Optimization team.

• Successfully automated and enhanced multiple ETL processes using Alteryx, SQL, Advanced Excel, and VBA, resulting in significant time savings of approximately 35 hours per month.

• Created a comprehensive benchmarking database to track therapy brands, serving as a reliable point of reference for commercial analytics projects. Analyzed and addressed more than 25 requests utilizing the database.

Publications

Reducing Cloud Workload Costs in Geographically Distributed Data Centers with GeoSched ICCNT, IEEE
July 08, 2023
• This study aims to provide a solution to the complex challenges of geo-distributed data center management. Through GeoSched, our innovative job provisioning framework, I've achieved an 8.2% reduction in energy consumption and an 11.7% decrease in operational costs. My research focuses on optimizing resource allocation, exploring renewable energy sources, and enhancing SLAs to meet the diverse demands of cloud workloads.
Investigate the properties of FTA through empirical experimentation ETTIS, Springer
January 18, 2025
• This study aims to provide a solution to the complex challenges of geo-distributed data center management. Through GeoSched, our innovative job provisioning framework, I've achieved an 8.2% reduction in energy consumption and an 11.7% decrease in operational costs. My research focuses on optimizing resource allocation, exploring renewable energy sources, and enhancing SLAs to meet the diverse demands of cloud workloads.