About
š Hello! Iām Sanjana Garimella, a Data Science graduate student and Research Assistant at the University of California, San Diego. With a strong background in software development from my time at IBM, I now focus on machine learning, AI, and natural language processing. My work blends research and applied data science to build scalable, intelligent systems that solve real-world challenges.
- Email: sanjanagarimella6@gmail.com
- City: La Jolla, California
- Degree: Masters
- Job: UC SanDiego
I believe in the transformative power of technology and strive to contribute to shaping the future of innovation.
Career Overview
Education
Master of Science in Data Science
2025 - 2027 (In Progress)
University of California San Diego, La Jolla, USA
- Pursuing advanced coursework in machine learning, statistical modeling, data mining, and natural language processing.
- Gaining hands-on experience with data-driven experimentation, model development, and performance evaluation using Python-based frameworks.
- Engaging in academic projects focused on deriving insights from complex datasets and optimizing predictive models.
- Collaborating with peers on interdisciplinary data science applications involving real-world datasets and research challenges.
Bachelors in Computer Science & Engineering
2019 - 2023
KL University, Vijayawada, India
- Developed a strong foundation in computer science, with a focus on artificial intelligence and data science.
- Completed full-stack development projects using Django, Flask, and Spring Boot, with deployments on AWS, showcasing expertise in both development and cloud-based solutions.
- Participated in hackathons, refining problem-solving, collaboration, and time management skills while successfully delivering functional solutions.
- Engaged in coursework on machine learning, data science, algorithms, and database management.
- Strengthened passion for applying technology to real-world scenarios through hands-on learning and projects.
High School(11th-12th): Major in Maths, Physics & Chemistry
2017 - 2019
Fiitjee Junior College
- Followed a rigorous curriculum during higher secondary education, deepening my understanding of core scientific concepts.
- This experience ignited my passion for science and technology, laying a strong foundation for future studies in computer science and engineering.
Schooling
2015 - 2019
Dr.K.K.R Gowtham's School
- Focused on a diverse curriculum in Mathematics and Science during 9th and 10th grades.
- Advanced to Level 2 in the Ramanujan Olympiad, enhancing analytical skills.
- This experience sparked a passion for the sciences and laid a strong foundation for future studies.
Professional Experience
Research Assistant
Oct'25 - Present
UC SanDiego, La Jolla, USA
- Supporting large-scale neuroscience workflows by maintaining and troubleshooting distributed software systems.
- Working on Python-based data pipelines, containerized applications, and database management.
- Collaborating with researchers to enhance system reliability and data processing performance.
Software Developer
June'23 - June'25
IBM, Bangalore, India
- Automated security scans using REST APIs and Jenkins, improving vulnerability management.
- Collaborated on enhancing MEND vulnerability tracking, impacting 18 subsystems globally.
- Monitored power states and improved defect creation with regression runs in IBM z systems using Python and Jenkins.
- Participated in the Watsonx challenge, showcasing my data science and AI skills with the top prompt in the team.
- Contributed to dynamic script execution with Flask and a multi-cloud provisioning initiative utilizing LLMs.
- Contributing to an IBM Research project focused on TEF data analysis to derive actionable insights.
Software Developer Intern
Jan'23 - Jun'23
IBM, Bangalore, India
- Designed and implemented a Grafana dashboard hosted on a virtual machine to display security scan results effectively.
- Integrated self-signed certificates and LDAP user authentication for enhanced security and access control.
- Created a visually appealing dashboard that enables upper management to monitor and make informed decisions based on security data.
Machine Learning Intern
Aug'21 - Nov'21
Indian Servers, Vijayawada, India
- Worked on a Face Mask Detection project during the COVID-19 pandemic, applying machine learning and deep learning techniques using OpenCV, Keras, and TensorFlow.
- Deep dived into understanding ML/DL algorithms, exploring their practical applications to solve real-world challenges
Skills
Python
Java
R
SQL
Grafana
Jupyter
VS Code
Github
SpringBoot
Numpy
Flask
Matplotlib
Django
TensorFlow
Jenkins
AWS
Pytorch
C++
Pandas
REST APIs
Projects
Explore a selection of projects that demonstrate my problem-solving skills in data science, machine learning, and cloud technologies. These projects highlight my ability to tackle challenges and optimize processes across various domains.
Blogs
Take a Trip - Field Study
Explore my blog on the field study conducted for the Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality website project, where we dive into user research, interviews, surveys, and the creation of customer journey maps, personas, and empathy maps to enhance user-centric design.
Role of Data Science in Healthcare
This blog explores how data science is revolutionizing healthcare by enabling early disease detection and advancements in medical image analysis. It highlights how data-driven insights are improving patient care and transforming medical practices.
Green Grow - Article
This blog provides an in-depth look at the Green Grow project's architecture, including the block diagram, e-poster, and screenshots of the deployed website, highlighting the technical aspects and deployment process.
Contact
Please feel free to contact me for collaboration opportunities, inquiries, or professional engagements.
Address
La Jolla, California
sanjanagarimella6@gmail.com