Tanmay's response lacks alignment with the job description and benchmark response. He did not mention any relevant experience or skills in data engineering, Python, MySQL, or data visualization tools, which are crucial for the role. Instead, his response focused on IT support and infrastructure management, which does not match the job requirements. To improve, Tanmay should highlight any relevant data engineering skills or experiences, even if they are from personal projects or learning experiences, and express his eagerness to grow in this field.