Hello, I'm Pratik Shinde
Azure Data Engineer transitioning into AI Engineer building production-grade ML systems.
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Azure Data Engineer transitioning into AI Engineer building production-grade ML systems.
Azure Data Engineer in transition to AI Engineer, actively studying and implementing ML/AI solutions by designing problem statements and building end-to-end systems on Azure Databricks. Leveraging 3 years of software development experience and 2 years as an Azure Data Engineer, I bring strong fundamentals in system design, programming, and production-quality development. Experienced in building scalable and secure data pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Data Lake, and Azure SQL, with hands-on expertise in Python development, CI/CD, cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), REST APIs, Docker, and Git. Focused on designing reliable, high-performance AI and data systems that support long-term business goals.
| Year | Primary Language/Stack | Role and Company | Core Competencies Gained |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | C++ | Student/Beginner | Procedural programming, OOP fundamentals |
| 2018 | Core Jav | Self-Learning / Project Work | Java SE, Object-Oriented Design, Basic Data Structures |
| 2019 | Python, AI/ML | Software Engineer – Dynamisch IT | Python, Scikit-learn, NumPy, Pandas, Git, Docker, deployment, packaging |
| 2021 | Backend Development (Python), Scripting (Linux) | Sr. Software Engineer – Thinkitive Tech | Flask/Django, Python packages, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Git, Linux scripting, automated deployment |
| 2023 | Python, SQL, Spark, Databricks, Azure | Data Engineer – Atlas Copco | Data engineering, Azure, Delta Lake, PySpark, ETL/ELT, SQL, Git, Docker |
| Year | Focus Areas | Certifications | Target Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 |
- Azure services (ADF, Synapse, Azure Functions, Logic Apps) - AKS, Terraform - CI/CD with Azure DevOps |
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert | Strong Azure cloud architecture & DevOps foundation |
| 2026 |
- Microservices design - Event-driven architecture (Event Grid, Service Bus) - DDD, API Gateway |
Optional: TOGAF (for enterprise architecture) | Lead architectural design for cloud/data systems |
| 2027 |
- Architecture ownership - Cross-team leadership - Stakeholder communication, mentoring |
— | Become Solution/Technical Architect |
Issued by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
I love exploring new places and long-distance bike rides help me recharge and stay adventurous.
As a passionate dhol player, I enjoy performing in cultural events and teaching dhol to new enthusiasts in my community.
Currently designing and developing both a responsive website and an Android application for Jagdhamb Trust Pune Dhol Pathak, aimed at showcasing cultural activities, managing event updates, and improving community engagement.
Android App live
Creates a mail server on CentOS using Python and shell scripting for automated email handling.
View ProjectExtracts signatures from emails using regular expressions in Python for automated text analysis.
View ProjectUses AI techniques to extract text content from images with Python, useful for OCR tasks.
View ProjectImplements a model in Python to predict the next word during a conversation, demonstrating NLP techniques.
View ProjectClassifies words into verbs, nouns, or prepositions using a Naive Bayes Classifier in Python 3.
View ProjectDemonstrates deploying applications serverlessly using PowerShell scripting for automation.
View ProjectFlat no 10, Shri Vishwas Shri Apartment,
Near Vanaz Metro Station, Kothrud, Pune,
Maharashtra, India
Contact Number: +91 9767704126