Dharmeshkumar Gajera

Data Engineer

Surat, Gujarat, India12 yrs 5 mos experience

Key Highlights

Over 11 years of experience in data engineering.
Expert in optimizing ETL pipelines for large-scale data environments.
Proven record in driving efficiency and cost reductions.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Data Engineering expert in cloud solutions and big data ecosystems.

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Skills

Core Skills

Data EngineeringCloud SolutionsEtlData ProcessingData IngestionData GovernanceData TransformationData QueryingData AutomationData CommunicationData Visualization

Other Skills

PySparkAzure Data FactorySQLAzure Data LakeHDFSAzureAzure DatabricksHiveDatabasesData AnalysisAgile MethodologiesExtract, Transform, Load (ETL)Data ExtractionDatasetsTeamwork

About

Hello LinkedIn community! With over 11 years of experience and 4 years in data engineering and cloud solutions, I specialize in designing, developing, and optimizing high-performance ETL pipelines for large-scale data environments. My proficiency spans Apache Spark, SQL, Python, Hadoop, and various Azure platforms, including Databricks and Data Factory. I have consistently delivered impactful solutions throughout my career, driving efficiency and cost reductions for global teams. I thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust data solutions that support business goals. I am passionate about leveraging emerging technologies and best practices to solve complex data challenges and drive innovation in big data ecosystems. My technical skills are: Big Data: Apache Spark, Spark-SQL, Spark Structured Streaming, Kafka, HDFS, Hive, and Batch-processing Microsoft: Microsoft Fabric, Azure Databricks, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake Storage, and Azure Synapse Analytics Database: SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, PL/SQL, and Azure SQL Python: Visual Studio Code, PyCharm, Jupyter Notebook Other: Jira, Git-GitHub, and CI/CD Functional area: Performance tuning, Data Ingestion, Data Processing, ETL / ELT, Data Governance, Data Modelling, Data Warehouse (DWH), Data Streaming Let’s connect to discuss how my skills in data engineering and cloud technologies can help transform your data strategy. For more details or to reach out to me at dharmeshg27@gmail.com

Experience

12 yrs 5 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 9 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 3 mos

Current Experience

Simform

Senior Data Engineer

Feb 2025 – Present · 1 yr 3 mos · Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India · Remote

Utilizing expertise in SQL, PySpark, Azure Databricks, and Azure Data Factory

PySparkAzure Data FactoryData EngineeringCloud Solutions

Cygnet.one

Data Engineer

Sep 2022 – Mar 2025 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Surat, Gujarat, India · Remote

➢ Spearheaded the end-to-end design and implementation of a scalable ETL pipeline, reducing data processing time by 22%, and enabling faster analytics and decision-making for multiple teams.
➢ Improved SQL query performance by 20% through advanced optimization techniques, enhancing overall system efficiency and reducing latency for key data retrieval operations.
➢ Architected and deployed an automated data pipeline, ingesting 80% of data from diverse sources into Azure Data Lake and HDFS, significantly improving data accessibility and integration.
➢ Led a successful cloud migration initiative to Azure, cutting infrastructure costs by 27% while boosting scalability and performance across critical business operations.
➢ Boosted data accuracy by 15% through the implementation of rigorous data quality frameworks, ensuring cleaner datasets and more reliable analytics for business-critical decisions.

Data EngineeringSQLETLData Processing

Priya softweb solutions pvt. ltd.

Data Engineer

Jul 2021 – Sep 2022 · 1 yr 2 mos · Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

➢ Developed and implemented advanced data transformations using PySpark, improving data processing capabilities and enabling real-time analytics for a large-scale project
➢ Led the migration of a high-priority project from PySpark to Azure Databricks in under 1 week, accelerating project timelines and reducing operational overhead by 30%
➢ Streamlined complex data workflows, cutting data processing time by 7x, allowing the team to consistently deliver projects ahead of schedule, improving overall productivity
➢ Enhanced query performance during SQL Database migration, reducing query time from 5 minutes to just 8 seconds, vastly improving system responsiveness and user experience

Data EngineeringSQLData TransformationCloud Solutions

Casepoint llc

Data Engineer

Sep 2018 – Jun 2021 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Surat, Gujarat, India

➢ Consistently achieved 100% accuracy in designing and executing Hive queries, retrieving crucial analytical insights from large datasets, and improving reporting capabilities
➢ Automated data retrieval processes across 5 departments by developing a custom script, reducing redundant tasks, and boosting overall operational efficiency by 40%

Data EngineeringSQLData QueryingData Automation

Ssm infotech solutions pvt. ltd.

Data Engineer

Nov 2013 – Sep 2018 · 4 yrs 10 mos · Surat, Gujarat, India

➢ Streamlined data communication between hardware equipment and servers with 100% reliability, ensuring uninterrupted data flow and enhancing system uptime
➢ Transformed client requirements into actionable insights by designing interactive reports with advanced data visualization techniques, improving decision-making effectiveness by 25%

SQLDatabasesData CommunicationData Visualization