Principal Consultant - AI at Sun Life

Gurugram, Haryana, India

Delhi, India

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Delhi, India

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Noida, India

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Information Technology
Punjab technical university
Science
GTB Khalsa Sen. Sec. School
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Principal Consultant with extensive experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI-driven product development, specializing in translating complex business challenges into scalable, data-powered solutions. I have led end-to-end initiatives across predictive analytics, customer intelligence, risk modeling, recommendation systems, and MLOps, partnering closely with business leaders, engineering teams, and stakeholders to deliver measurable impact. My expertise spans classical machine learning, large-scale data platforms, cloud-native architectures, and modern AI applications. Currently at Sun Life, I focus on providing strategic guidance, technical leadership, and architectural direction for enterprise data science and AI initiatives. I am passionate about building high-performing teams, establishing best practices, and driving innovation through practical, value-oriented solutions. I believe the most effective solutions emerge at the intersection of strong technical foundations, business understanding, and collaborative leadership. Core areas of expertise: • Machine Learning & Predictive Analytics • Generative AI & LLM Applications • Cloud Architecture (AWS) • Data Engineering & Scalable Systems • Stakeholder Management & Consulting • Team Mentorship and Technical Leadership
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Principal Consultant - AI at Sun Life, Apr 2026 - Present · 4 mos, Gurugram, Haryana, India
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Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Information Technology, Punjab technical university
Science, GTB Khalsa Sen. Sec. School