Maria Pratyusha

Experience

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  MyAssessment

  Aug 2019 - Oct 2019

  Software Engineer Intern
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  The Sparks Foundation

  Sept 2020 - Oct 2020

  Data Science Intern

  • Acquired knowledge of the stages in a machine learning project while working through the tasks in R and Python.• Collected data for credit card fraud detection and preprocessed the imbalance in the dataset by adopting undersampling as well as oversampling techniques.• Trained a Logistic Regression model in python to detect fraud; the problem here is a binary classification.• Worked with a team of 5 to build a Linear Regression model in R to predict a student's score, given the hours he spent studying. Show less

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  Wiley Edge

  Feb 2021 - Jun 2021

  Software Engineer Intern

  • Trained in Finance and industry fundamentals • Received Java training covering fundamentals, OOPS concepts, Exceptions, and Spring Framework• Experience working on a team project for building a Bus Reservation System• Proficient in MySQL and familiar with Cassandra DB• Developed front-end using HTML, CSS, JS, TypeScript, and Vue.js• Knowledge of deployment concepts and tools including Git, Github, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Docker, and Sonarqube• Completed a full-stack project from planning to deployment phase Show less

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  Morgan Stanley

  Jul 2021 - Jul 2022

  Software Engineer

  • Developed and implemented a software automation solution for ticket data extraction from ServiceNow and JIRA, enhancing data processing efficiency by automating over 500+ hours of manual work annually.• Performed extensive debugging and root cause analysis on legacy systems, resolving critical bugs, which improved system reliability by 40% and reduced downtime.• Authored comprehensive software and technical documentation, ensuring 100% compliance with project requirements and facilitating a 30% improvement in project onboarding efficiency.• Contributed to the adoption of agile development practices across this project, decreasing project delivery time by 20% while maintaining a 95% stakeholder satisfaction rate.• Played a pivotal role in organizing the CyberFest Hackathon, contributing to the development of the event website and the formulation of challenges, resulting in departmental engagement and participation. Show less

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  Columbia University School of Professional Studies

  Oct 2022 - now

  • Spearheaded the development of a mentor-matching algorithm, increasing effective mentor-mentee pairings by 30% through meticulous analysis of alumni, current student, and mentor data.• Conducted extensive industry research and identified key strategic partners, leading to a 25% increase in collaborative ventures and sponsorships for the program.• Redesigned the TGMT program’s website, improving user engagement by 50% through the integration of student reviews, enhanced course content, and user-friendly layout adjustments.• Leveraged data analytics and visualization tools like Excel and Tableau to provide actionable insights, leading to a more targeted marketing strategy that resulted in a 15% increase in enrollment for executive programs.• Enhanced program visibility and accessibility through comprehensive website content management, including faculty profiles and program details, boosting online inquiries by 20%. Show less Program: Executive and M.S. in Technology Management• Modified and cleaned the master mentor list through data-cleaning techniques.• Conducted competitive program analysis to identify and enhance the structure of the TGMT program.• Analyzed alumni, current students, and mentors' data, and manually generated pairs based on industries, experience, and interests.• Utilized Excel and Tableau to visualize and present data on age range, experience, gender ratio, and geo-locations of admitted students for regular and executive programs.• Edited and wrote profiles for faculty members to be posted on the program's website.• Assisted in redesigning the program's website, including layout changes, adding student reviews, and modifying course content.• Engaged in marketing and communication activities, addressing concerns and providing assistance to prospective students during the application process.• Contributed to the organization and management of residencies, including scheduling, managing catering, and arranging for event materials. Show less

  • Data Analyst

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Data and Recruitment Analyst

    May 2023 - Aug 2023

  • Data Marketing Intern

    Oct 2022 - Apr 2023
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  Northeast Big Data Innovation Hub

  Sept 2023 - Feb 2024

  NEBDHub Graduate Student Assistant

  • Led the creation of a comprehensive suite of ML projects, including a Spotify recommendation system, a movie recommendation system, and a credit card fraud analysis, enhancing the learning experience for students and increasing project engagement by 40%.• Produced and shared educational content on statistics and data science, drawing in an additional 20% of prospective students to the program through informative webinars and workshops.• Co-developed a transformative course on transformers with an industry expert, integrating cutting-edge AI insights into the curriculum and elevating the program’s competitiveness.• Actively participated in CIC calls, contributing to the discussion on addressing COVID issues through data science, and fostering meaningful collaborations with industry professionals. Show less

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  GirlScript Summer of Code

  May 2024 - now

  Open Source Contributor