Ajit Samal

Background

About Ajit Samal

I'm an enthusiastic Technology Manager with over 17 years of diverse IT experience, with a focus on the Bigdata Distributed eco-system for the past 5+ years. During this time, I've led a variety of Support, Enhancements, Integration, Migration, and Implementation projects, consistently delivering exceptional results. • Leadership & Management: I've led developer teams of 10+ both Onsite & Offshore, providing technical guidance and hands-on implementation expertise across data access, modeling, integration, and visualization. • Project Management Expertise: With a background in Traditional Project Management methodologies like PMI's Waterfall Model, I excel in delivering end-to-end Project Management Services from Initiation to Closing, ensuring adherence to SDLC. • Agile Methodologies: I'm well-versed in Agile development methodologies such as Scrum, XP, FDD, DSDM, Lean, and Kanban, enabling adaptable and efficient project execution. • Technical Proficiency: My core competencies include expertise in the Hadoop Framework, Apache Open Source Technologies, and Distributed Systems, complemented by hands-on programming skills in Oracle SQL/PLSQL, Core Java, Scala, and Python. • Data Management: I specialize in Data Modeling, Data Security, Governance, Privacy, and Compliance, leveraging multi-dimensional modeling techniques to drive effective data architecture strategies. • Strategic Vision: I play a pivotal role in defining and executing strategic roadmaps for enterprise data architecture, aligning current landscape with future business goals. • Stakeholder Engagement: Building cross-functional relationships with stakeholders like Data Scientists, Product Managers, Engineers, and Business Users, I ensure seamless communication and alignment of data needs. • ERP Experience: I bring extensive expertise in ERP Applications such as IBM Sterling eCommerce and Oracle e-Business Suite, with in-depth knowledge of Order To Cash (O2C) and Procure To Pay (P2P) processes. • Global Collaboration: Having worked with project teams across geographical regions including North America, South America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, I thrive in diverse and dynamic environments.