Skills
Languages
Python
SQL
Tools
Databricks
dbt
AWS (S3, Batch, Sagemaker, EMR, EC2)
Airflow
mlflow
Looker
Docker
Dremio
H2O.ai
Data Modeling
Pandas, Numpy, Sklearn
Matplotlib, Plotly, Seaborn
Pytorch, Tensorflow, Keras
Streamlit
Jira
Notion
Machine Learning
Regression
Classification
Clustering
Neural Networks
Natural Language Processing
Dimensionality Reduction
Experience
Data Platform - ML Engineer, Avant
Remote
03/2023-Present
Own Avant's model building environments, deployment, serving, monitoring, and dataset management
Implemented new ETL framework on Airflow 2.0 with ingestion to Databricks and Cosmos dbt DAGs for managing transformations.
Designed and launched monitoring pipelines for all live ML models to feed Datadog alerting with additional executive business facing Looker dashboards
Deployed an ensemble TensorFlow and XGBoost batch scoring pipeline for a customer behavior score with weekly drift detection for a population of over 1.5 million consumers
Implemented mlflow for experiment tracking and model registry, including integrations with legacy frameworks and native processes in Databricks
Created an intervention workflow for ML model explanation for declined customers to support compliance and customer experience requests
Data Management Lead, January 2022–March 2023
Senior Data Management Analyst Campaign Execution, June 2021-December 2021
Chicago, IL
01/2022-05/2023
Led end-to-end migration from legacy warehouse owned by sister company to an internal lakehouse, saving $10k daily as of the end of Q1 2023. I designed the data model for internal lakehouse, established new pipelines, and executed a comprehensive data audit, ensuring seamless data continuity and increased data quality.
Improved monthly customer account review pipeline by updating SQL queries leading to a decrease in matching errors with TransUnion of over 90% resulting in a similar reduction in corrective actions
Created business wide training materials for Python workflow management platform, Looker, SQL, and Alation and hosted learning sessions for 200 colleagues on each topic, receiving positive feedback from attendees and leadership. Training materials have been added to new hire onboarding
Designed PySpark ETL to run with Airflow for customers for new Point of Sale product onboarding
Directly managed one report and two business intelligence fellows
Teaching Assistant, Metis
Remote
04/2021-06/2021
Support teaching Data Science students at Metis with review sessions
Provide individual instruction in data analytics in Python, machine learning, deep learning, NLP, SQL, and more
Debug student code, build student presentation skills, organize Zoom rooms for effective pedagogy
Data Scientist, Metis
Remote
01/2021- 04/2021
Completed an intensive 12 week accredited data science bootcamp. View my projects to see my data science work.
Director of Operations and Brewer, Illuminated Brew Works
Chicago, IL
June 2018 to December 2020
Led end-to-end product lifecycle management, from ideation and development to production and distribution, for a brewery recognized as one of the 50 fastest-growing in the United States by the Brewer's Association
Implemented and optimized production processes across multiple product lines, including brewing, packaging, and quality control, resulting in improved efficiency and product consistency
Developed and executed strategic roadmaps in collaboration with sales team and stakeholders, balancing market demand with production capabilities
Managed cross-functional teams across brewing, packaging, and cellaring, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence
Spearheaded product innovation through recipe formulation, leveraging market trends and customer feedback to create high-demand offerings
Served as product evangelist at events, performing grassroots marketing and gathering real-time customer feedback to inform product strategy
Utilized data-driven decision-making to optimize production schedules, reduce waste, and increase overall operational efficiency
Math Teacher, Evanston Township High School
Evanston, IL
August 2012 to June 2018
Achieved tenure after consistently delivering high-quality educational products and exceeding performance metrics for four years
Designed and implemented an innovative, project-based AP Statistics curriculum, effectively introducing complex concepts to the target audience and improving user engagement
Developed and executed a successful AP BC Calculus program, consistently outperforming industry benchmarks (national average) in key performance indicators (AP test scores)
Led onboarding and mentorship program for new team members, ensuring smooth integration and maintaining high-quality output across the department
Managed and coached high-performing team in competitive mathematics events, developing strategies to excel in multiple market segments (ICTM and NSML Math Leagues)
Conducted regular user feedback sessions (student evaluations) to iterate and improve course content and delivery methods
Utilized data-driven decision making to identify areas for improvement in curriculum and teaching methodologies
Collaborated cross-functionally with other subject departments to create integrated learning experiences
Managed the full lifecycle of multiple educational products (courses), from conception and development to delivery and post-delivery analysis
Balanced stakeholder needs (students, parents, administration) while maintaining focus on core educational objectives
Freelance Private Tutor
Chicago, IL
September 2012 to June 2022
Devised unique Calculus experience for home schooled student to achieve a score of 5 on AB and BC Calculus
Customized one on one tutoring lead to high student achievement in both short and long term, comparing assessment before and after meeting
Assessed understand with regular formative assessments as a means of supplying feedback with a growth mindset
Implemented planned and extemporaneous curriculum to support students in classes including Calculus and Statistics