Data Science | Machine Learning | Data Engineering

Core Competencies

  • Programming Languages: Python, JavaScript, SQL, R
  • ML and Analytics: TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, EconML, Tableau, Power BI, Seaborn, ggplot2
  • Data Engineering: Apache Spark, Apache Hive, Apache Airflow, Trino, BigQuery, Snowflake, AzureSQL
  • Infrastructure and CI/CD: AWS, Azure, Github Actions, Docker, Cloudformation, Bicep

Work Experience

Data Scientist
Elite Insurance Partners | February 2024 - Present

  • Designed and implemented an on-line lead scoring ML system, resulting in a 67% improvement in call targeting accuracy
  • Created automated system for Google Ads Campaign management, saving $20K monthly and increasing lead quality
  • Deployed outbound AI appointment setting system, generating $30K in additional monthly revenue
  • Established and implemented DevOps and MLOps best practices, including automated deployments, rollbacks, retraining workflows, and performance monitoring, streamlining ML and application development
  • Launched an internal RAG application for document retrieval and summarization, reducing supervisor-to-agent ratio and time-to-sale, resulting in significant payroll savings and increased revenue
  • Audited third party software development vendors for timelines and cost
  • Internalized MuleSoft integration capabilities, reducing feature development time and eliminating rework

Senior Data Engineer
Relativity | September 2023 - Present

  • Architected and implemented business data model by translating logical domain requirements into technical design specifications
  • Designed and implemented a scalable data warehouse architecture
  • Develop and support custom data integration pipelines for ingesting data from third-party systems
  • Create and support automated executive dashboards aligning technical metrics with business objectives
  • Contributed to SOC 2 certification efforts, implementing security policies and controls within AWS

Data Scientist
Nielsen | September 2022 - February 2024

  • Independently developed trade secret methodology to enhance Nielsen validation quality and automate manual processes, eliminating manual weighting and behavioral psychologist involvement, saving 20 hours per iteration
  • Developed team utility platform using React/Flask, including custom-built labeling interface, consolidating multiple tools, reducing testing time by 60%, and reducing time to label by 90%
  • Engineered critical ML models with MLOps system utilizing Evidently, substantially reducing operational overhead
  • Led cross-functional product initiatives through data analysis and validation, collaborating with engineering teams to improve product quality and testing processes
  • Contributed documentation to facilitate onboarding of new hires onto the custom development platform.

Data Driven Analyst (I/II)
Raymond James | November 2021 - September 2022

  • Initiated ML business science practice, leading to new internal consulting service
  • Designed and implemented an end-to-end ML pipeline for client, enabling predictive sales analytics
  • Served as an internal consultant for client sales and marketing teams, driving a 200% increase in sales engagement through data-driven strategies and insights
  • Performed diverse technical roles: BI development, ETL, data analysis, and business systems analysis
  • Promoted within 4 months of starting position
  • Translated business requirements into technical solutions through cross-team collaboration

Education

MS - Data Science | 2023
Rochester Institute of Technology | 4.0 GPA

BA - Economics | 2018
St. John Fisher College | 3.8 GPA

AS - Liberal Arts | 2016
Monroe Community College | 3.0 GPA

Volunteer Experience

Program Manager
Tampa Devs | February 2023 - Present

  • Manage end-to-end tech event planning including speaker outreach, venue coordination, and day-of execution