ROOTS & FOUNDATIONS
Where the story begins.
Born in Chennai, I built my technical foundation here with a BE in Computer Science at RMD Engineering College (2005–2009).
Chennai, India · Computer science
Manoj AshvinCloud and AI Engineer
LinkedInMaking data
do more.
From banking systems to intelligent applications. I connect data engineering, machine learning and cloud to solve problems that matter.
Based in Chennai, India
01 / PLACES THAT SHAPED ME
A journey, not a straight line.
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02 / IDEAS INTO OUTCOMES
What I bring to the table.
Cloud & AI Solution Engineer Consultant
Turning business workflows into working cloud applications.
Mar 2026 – presentChennai
- Build cloud-native web applications, backend services and REST APIs using Azure, containers and serverless architectures.
- Use AI agents across technical design, testing, development and deployment.
- Deliver Power BI analytics and manage solutions from requirements through Technical support.
Data Engineering & Data Science Consultant
Remote data engineering, AML analytics and customer segmentation for Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB).
Apr 2021 – Feb 2026Remote from Chennai | Client: Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB)
- Partnered with bank stakeholders to translate business needs into data and analytics solutions.
- Established Medallion architecture and distributed pipelines with Databricks workflows.
- Reduced runtime by 75% through parallel processing in Python and R.
- Combined machine learning and rule-based scorecards to reduce AML false positives; supported threshold tuning through what-if analysis.
- Performed customer segmentation to identify distinct customer groups and understand their characteristics.
- Delivered Power BI monitoring and a hybrid platform for scalable ML lifecycle management.
Data Scientist & Data Engineer Consultant
Practical machine learning for startups, operations and learners.
May 2020 – Mar 2021Amsterdam
- Improved address-parsing accuracy by 70% and automated ledger ETL workflows.
- Trained and mentored more than 60 students in applied data science and machine learning.
- Helped startups test ideas through rapid machine-learning proofs of concept.
Data Science & Analytical Consultant
Connecting statistical models to real operational decisions.
Apr 2019 – Mar 2020Hoofddorp
- Client engagements: Heineken, Collins Aerospace and AVK Netherlands.
- Applied regression analysis to revenue optimization and market cannibalization.
- Developed cluster-based defect detection for high-speed production lines.
- Used statistical evaluation and machine learning to support lead-time reduction.
Research Data Scientist
Understanding how cyclists choose a train station.
Apr – Sep 2018Amsterdam
- Researched access-station choice in the western Netherlands using discrete choice modelling.
- Contributed to published research linking cycling distance with train-station choice.
Functional Analyst
Modernizing laboratory workflows with analysis and forecasting.
Mar 2016 – Feb 2017Hoofddorp
- Mapped existing processes for a legacy laboratory-system modernization.
- Evaluated technical vendors and developed a predictive model for sample deliveries.
Technical Support Specialist
Building a foundation in banking systems and production reliability.
Dec 2009 – Sep 2015Mumbai → Amsterdam → Mumbai
- Supported core-banking data migration for the ABN AMRO and Fortis integration.
- Maintained point-in-time consistency across batch and online processing.
- Managed incidents and changes to support stable production releases and translated stakeholder needs into features.
The numbers, in context.
75% less runtime
At Techolution, parallel processing with Python and R reduced runtime by 75%. The wider work included distributed Databricks pipelines and Medallion architecture.
70% better address-parsing accuracy
During my freelance work in Amsterdam, I improved address-parsing accuracy by 70%, supporting more effective extraction of structured entities.
60+ students mentored
I trained and mentored more than 60 students in applied data science and machine learning, alongside consulting work for startups.
My GitHub activity.
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03 / ALWAYS LEARNING
Engineering depth.
Research curiosity.
My work spans core banking, laboratory operations, mobility research and financial crime analytics. Today, I bring that experience to cloud applications and agentic AI.
PythonPySparkDatabricksAzureSQLRPower BIMLOpsETL / ELTMachine learningAMLStreamlitCodexCline
EDUCATION / 2015–2018
MSc, Business Analytics
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
EDUCATION / 2005–2009
BE, Computer Science
RMD Engineering College, Chennai
PUBLISHED RESEARCH
Why does a cyclist choose one train station over another?
Understanding the relation between distance and train station choice behavior of cyclists in the western region of the Netherlands.
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A little more about me.
Family, food and the things that catch my eye.
LIFE AT HOMEA husband.
A husband.
A father.
Always curious.
Time in the kitchen.
I love cooking. The kitchen is one of the places I enjoy spending my time.
Sharing what I know.
I love teaching and helping others learn.
The less spacious route.
I enjoy driving—even through narrow roads and busy traffic.
A little time online.
I play online games in my spare time.
Something catches my eye.
I love photographing things that catch my attention. If it makes me look twice, I want to capture it.
The details, to take away.
A concise CV covering my experience, skills, education and research.
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