I Build Data Systems That Scale. And I Know What It Takes to Make Them Work.

I'm Ayan Chakraborty, a Data Architect with 14+ years of experience building and leading mission-critical data platforms. I work across architecture, cloud, AI, and engineering leadership to turn complex data problems into systems that perform in the real world.

01. Architect
Designing scalable data platforms across cloud, analytics, and AI.
02. Lead
Helping engineering teams make better technical decisions and ship with confidence.
03. Optimize
Improving performance, reliability, security, and cloud efficiency at scale.
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Ayan Chakraborty
AWS
AWS
Certified
Snowflake
Snowflake
PB+ Data
Databricks
Databricks
Expertise
GCP
GCP
Architecture




Complex Problems. Clear Architecture.

I bring 14+ years of hands-on experience across data architecture, cloud platforms, AI, and engineering leadership, helping teams make better technical decisions and build systems that are ready to scale.

Data Architecture

Designing data platforms that are scalable, reliable, and built around how teams actually work.

01

Cloud & Platform

Building and modernizing cloud data platforms across AWS, GCP, Databricks, and Snowflake.

02

AI & ML

Turning AI ambitions into production systems with the right data, infrastructure, and engineering foundations.

03

Security & Governance

Embedding security, access, compliance, and governance into the architecture from the start.

04

Cost & Performance

Finding inefficiencies across infrastructure and workloads — and turning them into measurable improvements.

05

Technical Leadership

Leading engineering teams through complex decisions, better practices, and production delivery.

06

Built Across Industries

Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Technology & SaaS
Telecom & Media
Energy & Utilities
Education & EdTech
Banking & Finance
Retail & E-commerce
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Technology & SaaS
Telecom & Media
Energy & Utilities
Education & EdTech
Banking & Finance
Retail & E-commerce
Healthcare & Life Sciences

Lower Cloud Spend

Optimize infrastructure and resources to reduce cloud overhead.

Faster Data Decisions

Create reliable pipelines and accessible data that teams can actually trust.

Less Engineering Friction

Reduce operational complexity so engineers can focus on solving meaningful problems.

Stronger Reliability

Build systems designed to remain dependable as workloads, teams, and data grow.

Room to Scale

Create foundations that support the next stage of the business, not just today's requirements.

How I Actually Help

From Strategy to Systems That Work.

I work alongside teams to turn complex data challenges into clear architecture, practical engineering decisions, and systems that are built to perform in production.

Ayan Chakraborty
CIOs
Cost Savings
Compliance
Vendor Strategy
CTOs
AI Optimization
Modern Stack
Modernization
CDOs
Data Governance
Analytics
Scalability
CXOs
Strategic Alignment
Board Reporting
Digital Transformation
Engineering Leaders
Tech Decisions
Delivery
Arch Reviews
Founders
MVP Launch
Fundraise Ready
Cofounder Support
Available for Selected Projects

Have a Complex Data Problem?

Whether you're rethinking your data architecture, scaling a platform, optimizing cloud costs, or building toward AI, I can help you find the right path forward.

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About Me
Ayan Chakraborty
Data Architect • Databricks • Snowflake • AWS
About me

Architect by craft. Mentor by choice.

I'm Ayan Chakraborty, a Data Architect with 14+ years of experience designing and building data systems at scale. Over the years, I've worked across data engineering, cloud platforms, optimization, security, and AI, learning that great architecture is as much about the decisions behind the system as the technology itself.

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Experience & Expertise
Experience
14+ Years • 100+ Projects
Core Tech
Databricks • Snowflake • AWS
Specialization
Cost Optimization • AI Implementation
Brands I have worked with
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What It's Like to
Work With Me.

Insights from people I've collaborated with across engineering, data, and technical leadership.

Ayan consistently demonstrated strong technical expertise, ownership, and architectural thinking. His ability to design scalable, reliable data solutions made him a key contributor to project success.
Debarshi Dutta — Managing Director, Data & AI
Debarshi Dutta • Managing Director, Data & AI
Ayan combines deep expertise in data ecosystems with exceptional collaboration and leadership. Reliable, adaptable, and always willing to mentor others.
Diana Yin — AI Product Management
Diana Yin • AI Product Management
Ayan is a talented data professional who consistently delivers high-quality work. His expertise in data pipelines, warehousing, and analytics makes him a valuable asset to any team.
Matti Kakkori — AI Product
Matti Kakkori • AI Product
Ayan brings exceptional expertise in data warehousing and visualization, paired with a strong work ethic and collaborative mindset. His mentoring ability and commitment to excellence make him an invaluable asset to any team.
Anton Sakharov — Senior Big Data Engineer
Anton Sakharov • Senior Big Data Engineer
Working with Ayan was a genuine pleasure. He brings clarity to complex data challenges and elevates the entire team with his depth of knowledge and collaborative energy.
Vishwatosh Tripathi
Vishwatosh Tripathi

Questions I Get Asked.

What type of companies do you work with?

I partner with enterprises looking to scale their data architecture, startups building from the ground up, and companies seeking to optimize their cloud data costs and operational efficiency.

What are your core areas of expertise?

My expertise spans Cloud Data Engineering, Data Architecture, Modern Data Stack implementations, Cost Optimization, and building robust, scalable data platforms.

Do you provide end-to-end implementation or just consulting?

Both. Depending on the engagement, I can act as an advisory Fractional Data Architect or work hands-on with your team to deliver end-to-end implementations.

How can you help reduce cloud data costs?

I analyze your current architecture and pipelines to identify inefficiencies, optimize compute and storage usage, implement better data modeling, and introduce performance tuning to significantly cut costs.

Do you offer training or upskilling for corporate teams?

Yes, I provide corporate training and mentorship for engineering teams, helping them build strong fundamentals, adopt architectural thinking, and elevate their capabilities to maintain the systems we build.