Prayank Kulshrestha

AI Researcher

Gurugram, Haryana, India11 yrs 9 mos experience

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Key Highlights

Expert in Machine Learning and Data Analysis.
Proven track record in pricing optimization strategies.
Skilled in Natural Language Processing and sentiment analysis.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Data Scientist specializing in Retail and Marketing analytics.

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Skills

Core Skills

Machine LearningData AnalysisNatural Language Processing (nlp)

Other Skills

Descriptive & Inferential StatisticsSupervised/Unsupervised MLDeep LearningPythonRML/DLNLPSQLPySparkTime Series AnalysisBig DataAzure DatabricksApache SparkAgile Project ManagementMLOps

About

I'm Lead Data Scientist at Alimentation Couche-Tard (Circle K)! Proficient in Descriptive & Inferential Statistics, Supervised/Unsupervised ML, and Deep Learning, I tackle real-world challenges. Navigating through structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data, I excel in extracting insights and connecting the dots across diverse datasets. Tech stack includes Python, R, ML/DL, NLP, SQL, PySpark, and expertise in Price Optimization, Sales Baseline Estimation, Survival Models, and Time Series Analysis. Also, Specializing in Automation, Information Extraction, and Document Intelligence, I've honed my skills across a dynamic technology spectrum. MBA with a focus on Data Science & AI, I'm a perpetual learner who thrives on continuous improvement.

Experience

11 yrs 9 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 11 mos

Average Tenure

3 yrs 9 mos

Current Experience

Circle k

2 roles

Lead Data Scientist

Promoted

May 2024 – Present · 2 yrs · Gurugram, Haryana, India

Descriptive & Inferential StatisticsSupervised/Unsupervised MLDeep LearningPythonRML/DL+5

Senior Data Scientist

Aug 2022 – May 2024 · 1 yr 9 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

🚀 Exciting Projects 🚀
🔹 Currently, I'm focused on optimizing promotional pricing strategies. My work involves crafting effective promotional price recommendations through a data-driven approach.
🔹 I'm also diving deep into the world of pricing elasticity estimation, baseline sales prediction, market mix modeling, and time series State Space modeling. This allows us to make informed decisions and adapt to market dynamics.
🔹 Past accomplishments include implementing dynamic linear regressions to uncover valuable insights. I thrive on extracting meaningful patterns from data.
🔹 In addition to pricing, I've explored the realm of Natural Language Processing (NLP), where I conducted aspect-based sentiment analysis and classification using advanced language models.
🛠️ Tools of the Trade: Databricks, SQL, GIT, Python, PySpark, Azure, R, NLP, and LLM. These are my trusty companions in turning data into actionable insights.

Data AnalysisTime Series AnalysisMachine LearningBig DataAzure DatabricksApache Spark+6

Ibm

Data Scientist - Project Lead

Apr 2022 – Aug 2022 · 4 mos

Evalueserve

Lead Analyst

Mar 2021 – Apr 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo · Gurugram, Haryana, India

🌟 Professional Experience 🌟
🔹 Delving into the world of data-driven marketing, I had the privilege of working on Cross-Sell and Up-Sell Propensity models. These models were designed to identify opportunities for increasing customer engagement and revenue. I also dived into Customer Look-Alike Modeling, enabling targeted campaigns for maximum impact.
🔹 In the realm of predictive maintenance, I took on the challenge of predicting the Remaining Useful Life (RUL) of vehicles. My toolkit included Survival Models like Random Survival Forest and Cox Regression. This work not only improved operational efficiency but also contributed to substantial cost savings.
🔹 Data analysis is at the core of every successful data science project. I've had the opportunity to analyze data, draw actionable insights, and prepare in-depth Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) reports that lay the foundation for informed decision-making.
🛠️ Tools of the Trade: Python, Azure Machine Learning, SQL, and MS-Excel. These tools have been instrumental in transforming data into strategic assets.

Data AnalysisPython (Programming Language)Machine LearningMicrosoft Azure Machine LearningSQL

Coforge

2 roles

Senior Data Scientist

Promoted

Jul 2020 – Feb 2021 · 7 mos

🌟 Professional Journey 🌟
🔹 Throughout my tenure, I've been deeply immersed in the realms of Information Extraction, Text Mining, and Natural Language Processing (NLP). These skills have allowed me to uncover valuable insights hidden within unstructured data.
🔹 One of the exciting projects I've had the opportunity to work on involved building Python REST API frameworks, enabling efficient data retrieval and communication. This framework streamlined processes and enhanced data accessibility.
🔹 In the world of insurance, I've taken on the challenge of Predicting Insurance Underwriter decisions by harnessing the power of Extracted Information. This data-driven approach has contributed to more informed and efficient underwriting processes.
🛠️ My Trusted Tools: Python, GIT, Azure, and Microsoft Graph APIs. These tools are the building blocks of my data-driven projects, empowering me to turn data into actionable intelligence.

Python (Programming Language)Machine LearningText AnalyticsNatural Language Processing (NLP)Microsoft Azure Machine Learning

Data Scientist

Jul 2018 – Jun 2020 · 1 yr 11 mos

Expertise in Information Extraction, Text Mining, Natural Language Processing, and Image Analytics.
Designed and automated more than 5 distinct business processes, optimizing operational workflows.
Proficient in utilizing tools such as Python, GitLab, REST APIs, and Selenium.
Contributed to increased efficiency and innovation in project execution through the application of advanced technologies.

Data AnalysisPython (Programming Language)Decision SciencesNatural Language Processing (NLP)Microsoft Azure Machine Learning

Capgemini engineering

Senior Engineer

Dec 2017 – Jul 2018 · 7 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

Specialized in OTA Test Automation using Python and Perl. Proficiently leveraged tools such as Python and Perl to streamline and enhance testing processes.

Python (Programming Language)Excel Dashboards

L&t technology services limited

Engineer

May 2014 – Nov 2017 · 3 yrs 6 mos · Mysuru Area, India

Worked on test python scripts to automate testing procedures used SCPI IEEE 488 commands to communicate with testing devices.
Worked documents scraping and attributes extraction using python