Richard Couch
Data Science & Machine Learning Lead
Contact
Berkeley, CA | (510) 480-9488
organizewithrich@gmail.com | LinkedIn
Professional Summary
Data science product management leader specializing in machine learning implementation and analytics solutions. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams in developing advanced analytics platforms and ML-driven products. Expert in translating complex data science initiatives into measurable business outcomes.
Technical Capabilities
Machine Learning & Analytics
- Predictive Modeling & Analytics
- Statistical Analysis
- Pattern Recognition
- NLP Implementation
- Time Series Analysis
Data Infrastructure
- Data Pipeline Development
- Large-scale Processing
- ETL Architecture
- Real-time Analytics
- Data Governance
Technologies
- Languages: Python, R, SQL
- Platforms: Palantir Foundry
- Analytics: Power BI, Tableau
- Tools: Jira, Git, Confluence
Professional Experience
Data Science Product Management Lead / Business Analyst
Pacific Gas and Electric Company | 2023 - Present
Leading enterprise security analytics and machine learning initiatives:
- Developing predictive risk assessment models
- Implementing ML-driven threat detection systems
- Building real-time security analytics platform
- Managing data science product development
- Leading cross-functional technical teams
Product Manager / Learning Experience Application Manager, Learning Sales Learning Platform
LinkedIn | 2020 - 2022
Led data-driven platform development serving 70K+ users:
- Architected enterprise analytics solution
- Reduced platform costs by $300K+
- Implemented automated monitoring systems
- Developed performance analytics framework
- Managed multi-functional technical teams
IT Project Manager
DENSO | 2019
- Implemented enterprise training analytics platform
- Developed performance tracking systems
- Managed technical quality assurance
- Led system optimization initiatives
HR Systems Project Manager
FibroGen Inc | 2016 - 2018
- Led HR analytics implementation
- Developed automated reporting systems
- Implemented performance tracking
- Managed system integrations
Business Systems Consultant
Independent | 2015 - 2016
- Developed business intelligence solutions
- Implemented analytics platforms
- Created automated reporting systems
- Managed $900K technology budget
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies
University of California at Berkeley
Core Focus Areas
- Machine Learning Implementation
- Predictive Analytics Development
- Large-scale Data Processing
- Security Analytics
- Enterprise Platform Architecture
Focused on advanced data science and ML opportunities in enterprise environments.