Sudhir Kumar

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About Sudhir Kumar

Results-driven Senior Data Engineering & AI/ML Leader with 23 years of experience transforming data landscapes across North America, Europe, and India. I specialize in building scalable data infrastructures, implementing end-to-end data pipelines, and driving machine learning innovations that accelerate business outcomes. I have a proven track record of delivering high-impact data solutions that improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and support data-driven decision-making at organizations like Sabre. Beyond technical expertise, I am passionate about leading teams to success. I’ve had the privilege of managing and mentoring diverse, geographically distributed teams across North America, Europe, and India. My leadership is rooted in clear communication, collaboration, and empowering my teams to innovate and drive impactful results. Success stories from my career include: • Spearheaded the development of 44+ data products and machine learning models at Sabre, contributing to a $12M+ increase in business opportunities. • Led the successful migration of 100+ TB of data from legacy systems (Hadoop, Teradata) to Google Cloud (BigQuery), modernizing pipelines and optimizing data access. • Championed a 10% year-over-year reduction in data pipeline operational costs through strategic process improvements and automation. • Developed and deployed real-time streaming analytics pipelines, enabling proactive anomaly detection and operational insights. I thrive in environments where data-driven strategies drive innovation, foster business growth, and enhance operational efficiency. I’m passionate about leading cross-functional teams to architect scalable, robust data solutions, enabling organizations to harness the full potential of their data. I get excited about opportunities where I can leverage my experience to help organizations scale their data capabilities, drive transformative business results, and mentor the next generation of data leaders. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to connect! Skills I’m really good at: Data Engineering, Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), TensorFlow Extended (TFX), Vertex AI, Data Pipeline Architecture, Data Governance, Cost Optimization, Agile Methodologies, Real-Time Analytics, P&L Management, Presales Engagement, Global Team Leadership, Test-Driven Development (TDD)