Gaurav Meena

Data Scientist | Full-Stack Developer | AI Researcher

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Profile Summary

A results-oriented technology leader and AI researcher with 7+ years as a Government Officer (EPFO), complemented by a strong foundation in software engineering and aerospace. Currently pursuing an M.Tech in AI & Data Science at IIT Delhi (exp. June 2026), focusing on Generative AI for privacy-preserving synthetic tabular data (Diffusion & VAE models).

Areas of Interest: Generative AI, Machine Learning, Data Science, Full-Stack Development, Data Visualization, Automation, Policy & Technology Interface, Policy of Policy, Bringing Change.

Professional Experience

Regional PF Commissioner - II, EPFO

KR Puram, Bengaluru | 06/2021 – Present

  • Lead and managed regional office operations, overseeing provident fund, pension, and insurance schemes for a large subscriber base.
  • Contributed to zonal office efficiency by assisting in the automation of complex report generation processes.

Assistant PF Commissioner, EPFO

KR Puram, Bengaluru | 08/2021 – 05/2024

  • Developed and deployed a script for single-page report for monitoring of office pendency, significantly improving operational oversight.
  • Authored and implemented Python libraries for periodicity analysis of official data and WhatsApp group chat analytics for internal communication insights.
  • Engineered JavaScript-based front-end calculators for complex pension and EDLI computations, officially inaugurated by the Hon’ble Union Labour Minister in 2022.

Assistant PF Commissioner, EPFO (National Data Center)

New Delhi, India | 04/2018 – 08/2021

  • Spearheaded the implementation of an organization-wide issue tracker system and coordinated with technology partners on software projects like Big Data Analytics (BDA) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP).
  • Conducted in-depth analysis of over 20 million claim datasets to identify operational anomalies and root causes for claim rejections, alongside leading IT policy formulation and data sharing policies.
  • Oversaw technical aspects of key citizen-facing digital services (E-sign, Aadhaar authentication) and achieved significant annual cost savings (₹50 Lakhs p.a.) through strategic vendor negotiations.

Assistant PF Commissioner, EPFO

Amritsar, India & Chennai, IN (Trainee) | 12/2016 – 03/2018

  • Adjudicated compliance cases under EPF & MP Act, assessing financial liabilities exceeding ₹3 Crores.
  • Managed a team of 30 for timely pension disbursement to 40,000+ pensioners and their grievance redressal.
  • Designed a dual-language training magazine using Adobe Photoshop; completed comprehensive training in public policy, law, and service delivery.

Software Engineer, Exact Solutions

Mumbai, India | 07/2012 – 12/2013

  • Architected and developed J2EE and ABAP applications with distributed transactions across multiple database systems (Sybase, Oracle, Informix, MS SQL Server) using WebSphere and SAP NetWeaver.
  • Engineered secure authentication solutions by implementing OpenLDAP and Kerberos, designed custom LDAP infrastructure, and developed C client libraries and Bash scripts for automation.
  • Developed high-performance C/C++ programs for network packet analysis and large dataset manipulation, and pioneered the iWatch 7 web client using Node.js, Socket.io, and various frontend technologies for real-time data visualization.

Education

M.Tech in Machine Intelligence & Data Science

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi

Expected Graduation: June 2026

Focus: Generative AI (Diffusion & VAE models) for privacy-preserving synthetic tabular data.

Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech) in Aerospace Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay

Graduated: 2012

Relevant Courses: Industrial Design, Aircraft Design, Project: Particle Swarm Optimization.

Online Courses & Certifications

IIT Bombay Highlights (B.Tech & M.Tech Aerospace)

Key Academic Projects:

  • Design & Analysis of a 50-Seater Transport Aircraft
  • Feasibility Study: Energy Harvesting Shoe Soles
  • Development of Interactive Car Racing Game (C++/EZwindows)
  • Thesis: Optimization of Structural Frames using Particle Swarm Optimization

Positions of Responsibility:

  • Web Nominee, Hostel 13 (Managed hostel website and IT infrastructure)
  • Web Manager, Aawaaz (IITB Hindi Newspaper - Led online presence)
  • Web Manager, Zephyr (Aerospace Dept. Festival - Developed and maintained event website)

Early Career Internships & Freelancing:

  • Front-End Development (Web IDE UI) at CodeEnvy
  • Full-Stack Development (Startup Information Aggregator) at SCRI Labs (Python/Django, Bootstrap)
  • ERP/CRM Software Module Development at Innowares
  • Web Developer (Main Corporate Website) at Broadvision Asia Pvt Ltd (Website is 12+ years running)
  • Website Management & Maintenance at Wilcom Pvt Ltd