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Selvaraaju Murugesan

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Head of Data Science at Kovai.co
📍 Greater Melbourne Area, Australia

Selvaraaju Murugesan leads data science initiatives at Kovai. co, focusing on integrating AI to transform SaaS products. An accomplished academic with a PhD from La Trobe University and a University Gold Medalist from Anna University, he has extensive experience in data strategy, analytics, and change management from his prior senior roles in the ACT Government.

Outside of his primary role, Selvaraaju is passionate about community engagement and mentoring. He frequently speaks at colleges and technology meetups, sharing insights on data science and AI trends. He has also served as a board member for GovHack, advising on open data policy to foster innovation.

Unique fact: Selvaraaju has co-authored several academic publications on highly specialized topics like dual tree complex wavelet transforms and orthonormal wavelet filter banks.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Head of Data Science
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Greater Melbourne Area, Australia
Personality Overview

How Selvaraaju shows up

Fast But Analytical
Rigorous & Demanding
Thorough Evaluator

They like to act fast and expect others to do the same. They are very proud of what they do. More than the product, they care about the effectiveness of the product.

Priorities

Topics Selvaraaju cares about

Generative AI
He leads a team that recently delivered a GenAI agent and speaks frequently about the impact of LLMs on technical documentation and business processes.
AI in Hiring
Was a podcast guest discussing the revolutionary impact of AI tools on the hiring process, including how it could make traditional CVs obsolete.
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Career

Work history

1-2023
Head of Data Science
Kovai.co
3-2021 - 12-2022
Data Strategist
Kovai.co
11-2019 - 7-2021
Board Member
GovHack
12-2017 - 1-2021
Senior Director, Innovation and Data Analytics
ACT Government
10-2016 - 12-2017
Data Analyst
ACT Government
In the press

Media appearances

In the last Code Red session, Selvaraaju Murugesan, Head of Data Science at Kovai.co shared PR insights. Featured in Instagram
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Interview with Selvaraaju Murugesan, Data Strategist, Kovai.co. Featured in YouTube
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Education
2010 - 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
La Trobe University
2008 - 2009
Master of Engineering
La Trobe University
2002 - 2006
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.)
Anna University Chennai
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

C

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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