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Uvaraj Balasundaram has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of data science and analytics. Uvaraj is currently working as the Head of Data Science at Blackbox, where they are responsible for building and leading the data science practice. Uvaraj focuses on offering AI-based product solutions and prototypes to key clients in various sectors.

Prior to their current role, Uvaraj worked as the Director of Data Science and Media/Digital at Kantar, where they led the data science and digital business. Uvaraj managed a team of data scientists and drove the growth of advanced analytics and AIML innovation.

Before joining Kantar, Uvaraj worked at Accenture as a Data Science Lead Consultant. In this role, they delivered cutting-edge data science and predictive solutions for clients in the APAC region. Uvaraj also contributed to the development of deep learning capabilities for casino operations and workforce segmentation models for a large bank.

Uvaraj also gained valuable experience as a Data Science Manager at LatentView, where they were responsible for executing analytics-driven marketing programs and designing customer affinity and churn prevention models.

Earlier in their career, Uvaraj held positions at Virgin Media and Verizon, where they contributed to customer experience improvement and online sales optimization through data analytics.

Uvaraj started their career as a Software Engineer at Mahindra Satyam and worked as an intern in nanotechnology at LSI Corporation.

Overall, Uvaraj Balasundaram has a strong background in data science, analytics, and AI-driven solutions, with a proven track record of delivering impactful results for clients in various industries.

Uvaraj Balasundaram completed their Master of Business Administration with a focus on Strategy and Finance at the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School from 2011 to 2012. Prior to that, they obtained their Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical and Electronics from Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani from 2002 to 2006. Uvaraj also holds additional certifications in R Programming from Coursera Verified Certificates and Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Business Intelligence from Microsoft.