Architecting Data.
Engineering Resilience.

Data Governance & Data Engineering Manager with 18+ Years Across Regulated Industries

Data Governance Azure AWS Snowflake Databricks Informatica Palantir Foundry
Subramanian Gopalkrishnan - Data Architect & Leader

AI Isn't Just a Tool. It's a Transformation.

My focus is on demystifying AI and embedding it into the core of an organization. It's about more than just technology; it's about building a culture of data-driven curiosity. I help teams leverage AI to enhance quality, drive incredible efficiencies, and secure a lasting competitive edge. Let's not just adopt AI—let's evangelize it.

Improve Quality

Implement robust data quality frameworks that ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability across all data assets.

Boost Efficiency

Streamline processes and automate workflows to maximize productivity and reduce time-to-insight.

Reduce Costs

Optimize data infrastructure and operations to deliver maximum value while minimizing operational expenses.

Data Science or Surgery?
My 6-Month Transformation.

18+ Years of Building with Data

I've spent nearly two decades in the trenches, leading teams and architecting enterprise-wide data strategies for top firms like Deloitte and Cognizant. From spearheading data governance frameworks in healthcare to designing modern cloud platforms for utilities, my passion is turning complex data into a clear strategic asset.

With over 18 years of hands-on implementation and ops experience, I specialize in building enterprise-wide data strategies and modern cloud-native platforms across utilities, healthcare, and life sciences industries.

My expertise spans Data Governance (Collibra, SAP Information Steward, Informatica Data Management Cloud), Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), Data Platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, Informatica), and AI/ML (Palantir Foundry).

Featured Projects & Expertise

Electric and Water Utility in California

Data Governance Lead & Data Architect
  • Led strategic implementation of Enterprise Data Catalog and Quality solution
  • Designed end-to-end data architecture for AI-driven image recognition
  • Implemented data governance frameworks aligning with business objectives and regulatory compliance
Informatica DMC SAP Information Steward Palantir Foundry Azure

Large Health Plan in Midwest

Data Architect
  • Architected modern data warehouse integrating HealthEdge platform
  • Designed efficient strategies for real-time and batch data processing
  • Implemented HIPAA-compliant data quality and security protocols
Azure Ecosystem Informatica IICS SQL Server HealthEdge

Large Life Sciences Company

Data Architect & Data Engineering Lead
  • Led design of enterprise data ecosystem for supplier traceability
  • Directed complex data pipeline development and optimization
  • Enforced regulatory compliance standards (UDI, HIPAA)
Azure Ecosystem Collibra Databricks

Data Governance

Collibra SAP Information Steward Informatica Data Management Cloud

Cloud Platforms

Microsoft Azure Amazon AWS

Data Platforms

Snowflake Databricks Informatica IICS Informatica PowerCenter Azure Data Factory

AI/ML

Palantir Foundry

Databases

Oracle SQL Server Teradata Synapse Redshift MongoDB

My Story

Between 2016 and 2019, I lost both my parents, navigated my daughter's autism diagnosis, and faced a severe health crisis that required complete lifestyle transformation. Most people would call it overwhelming—I knew I needed to apply the same systematic thinking that served me professionally to rebuild my life.

30
lbs lost
6
months
100%
health markers improved

When diagnosed with stage 2-3 fatty liver and severe diabetes, I didn't just accept my doctor's recommendation for surgery. I researched, analyzed patterns, and applied the same systematic approach I use in data architecture to rebuild my health—surprising even my physicians with the results.

The Connection: Resilience isn't just a buzzword—it's a framework. Whether I'm architecting enterprise data platforms or teaching Carnatic violin (honoring my mother's memory), I bring the same data-driven curiosity and systematic problem-solving that transformed my life.

Let's Connect

I'm currently seeking a leadership role in Data Governance, Architecture, or Engineering Management where I can make a real impact. If you have an opportunity in mind or just want to talk about the future of data, I'd love to hear from you.