I will lead genai and data platforms to validate multi million dollar outcomes

GenAI & Data Strategy De-Risking

I will validate your GenAI concept for real-world P&L impact. I specialize in de-risking AI initiatives, similar to my work validating $3.6M in annual savings through automated synthetic data.

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5 Days
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Service details

Senior Data Platform Lead | Governance-as-a-Service & Scaling Specialist | Responsible and Sustainable AI Specialist

10+ Years of Experience building "Paved Road" architectures for Aerospace (Boeing) and Insurance (Allstate) leaders.


I help growth-stage and enterprise companies transform fragmented data ecosystems into high-velocity, governed Data Platforms. With a career rooted in the high-stakes world of aerospace-grade release engineering and large-scale insurance platforms, I specialize in the intersection of Compliance, Developer Experience (DevEx), and Data Liquidity.

I don’t just build features, I build Systems of Trust that enable engineers and analysts to move faster by making the "governed path" the easiest path.


What I Offer (Service Pillars)

  1. Data Platform Strategy & "Paved Road" Architecting
  2. "Compliance-by-Design" Governance
  3. Platform Adoption & Internal Marketing


Why Chose Me?

  • Aerospace-Grade Reliability: I bring the discipline of Boeing’s safety-critical release standards to your cloud-native data stack.
  • Scale Tested: Managed Allstate-scale unified platform rollouts involving thousands of users.
  • Technical Depth: Proficient in SQL, Data Contract Management, and modern architectures (GCP, BigQuery, Snowflake logic).
  • Fiduciary Mindset: I treat your data with the same security rigor used in global financial and aerospace institutions.


Engagement Options

  • Strategic Audit (1 Week): A deep-dive into your current platform bottlenecks with a prioritized "Fix-it" list.
  • Fractional Platform Product Lead: 15–20 hours/week to steer your Data Platform roadmap and mentor your PM team.
  • Adoption Turnaround (Project-Based): A dedicated 4-week sprint to diagnose and fix low platform usage.

Key details

  • Product Type
    Digital Products
  • Industry
    EducationTransportation & LogisticsInformation Technology & Software
  • Target Market
    Worldwide
Special note from freelancer
Senior Product Leader: De-risking GenAI & Data Platforms. Validated $3.6M annual & $2M/mo savings. I bridge data science & strategy to turn complexity into profit.
FAQs
What is your core product management expertise?

I specialize in scaling GenAI and Data Platforms, driving multi-million dollar outcomes through strategic roadmapping and technical architecture.

Can you quantify your recent business impact?

I validated $3.6M in annual GenAI savings and architected a unified data platform delivering $2M in monthly operational savings.

How do you handle complex legacy transformations?

I have a proven track record leading mainframe-to-cloud migrations and transitioning 120+ member teams from Waterfall to Scaled Agile (SAFe).

What is your approach to team leadership?

I led and mentored cross-functional teams (13+ members), fostering a culture of continuous feedback aligned with VP-level business objectives.

Do you have a strong technical foundation?

Yes. I hold a PG Diploma in Data Science and an Executive MBA, blending technical acumen with P&L-focused business strategy.

Which industries do you have deep experience in?

Over 14 years across Insurance (Allstate), Aerospace (Boeing), EdTech (Kaplan), and SaaS Supply Chain.

How do you drive product discovery and growth?

I use Problem First and Design Thinking to solve user drop-offs in one of my earlier engagements, I drove a 29% increase in growth and 37% CSAT uplift.

Rakesh Gorai

Rakesh Gorai

    Senior Product Leader

    SAFe®-certified Senior Product Leader with 14+ years of experience driving multi-million-dollar business outcomes for enterprise platforms. Expert in leading complex initiatives from concept through validation; recently directed a Generative AI project that successfully de-risked and validated a projected $3.6M in annual savings. Proven success in architecting transformative solutions, including a platform that delivered $2M in monthly savings.

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