I am a Data Scientist with a background in EHS, engineering, and applied research. I have experience across the cosmetics, energy, and food sectors as well as e-commerce, working on applications in pricing, retail, oil R&D, compliance, and operations and maintenance. I enjoy developing data-driven solutions, machine learning models, and generative AI chatbots to improve efficiency and decision-making. Currently, I work as a Data Scientist Consultant in Portugal deploying generative AI chatbots and building sophisticated data pipelines. I hold dual Brazilian and Italian citizenship, which allows me to pursue international opportunities. I am passionate about leveraging my skills in AI and data science to create innovative business value.

Ana Maria S. Magalh˜aes

I am a Data Scientist with a background in EHS, engineering, and applied research. I have experience across the cosmetics, energy, and food sectors as well as e-commerce, working on applications in pricing, retail, oil R&D, compliance, and operations and maintenance. I enjoy developing data-driven solutions, machine learning models, and generative AI chatbots to improve efficiency and decision-making. Currently, I work as a Data Scientist Consultant in Portugal deploying generative AI chatbots and building sophisticated data pipelines. I hold dual Brazilian and Italian citizenship, which allows me to pursue international opportunities. I am passionate about leveraging my skills in AI and data science to create innovative business value.

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I am a Data Scientist with a background in EHS, engineering, and applied research. I have experience across the cosmetics, energy, and food sectors as well as e-commerce, working on applications in pricing, retail, oil R&D, compliance, and operations and maintenance. I enjoy developing data-driven solutions, machine learning models, and generative AI chatbots to improve efficiency and decision-making.

Currently, I work as a Data Scientist Consultant in Portugal deploying generative AI chatbots and building sophisticated data pipelines. I hold dual Brazilian and Italian citizenship, which allows me to pursue international opportunities. I am passionate about leveraging my skills in AI and data science to create innovative business value.

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Work Experience

Data Scientist Consultant at EDP Portugal
January 1, 2024 - Present
Developed and deployed generative AI chatbots for compliance, auditing, real estate asset management, and technical operations and maintenance using large language models, NLP, and retrieval-augmented generation. Utilized Azure AI services including Computer Vision, AI Search, Azure OpenAI, and Functions for deployment and CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions. Also created web scraping automations, refactored data pipelines, dashboards using Power BI, and implemented ETL and Monte Carlo simulations for equipment failure prediction leveraging Databricks and PySpark.
Data Scientist at Grupo Boticário
January 1, 2024 - August 30, 2025
Led the full cycle of machine learning forecasting models for retail sales and demand planning, including data collection, preprocessing, modeling, and deployment. Directed ETL pipelines consolidating data across supply chain sectors, translating business rules into programmatic logic. Developed predictions for stock levels in retail, industrial, and distribution centers and standardized the company's ABC revenue curve using Python, SQL, and Google Cloud Platform tools including BigQuery and Vertex AI.
Data Scientist at GetNinjas
December 31, 2020 - August 30, 2025
Built a pricing recommendation model using K-means clustering for product segmentation to support strategic pricing decisions. Worked primarily with Python, SQL, and Power BI to analyze and visualize data for pricing strategy enhancement.
Research Scientist – Ph.D. & M.Sc. at UNICAMP
January 1, 2019 - Present
Designed and implemented machine learning models including artificial neural networks and random forests to optimize oil formulations for the cosmetics, food, and energy industries. Conducted statistical modeling and research on biodiesel and food regulations. Currently developing a conversational generative AI copilot for technical decision-making using LangChain, FAISS, Ollama, and Python.
EHS Engineer Internship Trainee at Sede Environnement (Veolia)
January 1, 2015 - August 30, 2025
Supported sustainability and process optimization projects in wine co-product valorization. Participated in documentation and audits for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22000, and ISO 45001 certifications, utilizing Excel and reporting templates.
Data Analyst at Cory Indústria de Produtos Alimentícios
January 1, 2016 - August 30, 2025
Analyzed consumer complaint data and supported continuous improvement initiatives in chocolate and candy production processes using Microsoft Excel and quality management methodologies including PDCA.
Data Scientist Consultant at EDP Portugal
January 1, 2024 - Present
Developed and deployed generative AI chatbots for compliance, auditing, real estate asset management, and technical operations and maintenance using large language models, natural language processing, and retrieval-augmented generation. Utilized Azure AI services including Computer Vision and OpenAI, Python libraries, prompt engineering, and containerized deployment with CI/CD. Also refactored data pipelines and dashboards using Power BI, performed ETL workflows, Monte Carlo simulations for equipment failure prediction, and web scraping automation.
Data Scientist at Grupo Boticário
January 1, 2024 - August 30, 2025
Led end-to-end development of machine learning forecasting models for retail sales and demand planning including data collection, preprocessing, modeling, and deployment. Managed ETL pipelines consolidating data from multiple business areas such as supply chain, retail sales, marketing, pricing, and financial indicators. Developed stock level prediction pipelines and standardization of revenue curves. Extensive use of Python, SQL, and Google Cloud Platform services with version control and CI/CD.
Data Scientist at GetNinjas
December 31, 2020 - August 30, 2025
Created a pricing recommendation model using K-means clustering for product segmentation to inform strategic pricing decisions. Applied Python data analysis and visualization libraries, SQL, and Power BI for reporting.
Research Scientist – Ph.D. & M.Sc. at UNICAMP
January 1, 2019 - Present
Developed machine learning models to optimize oil formulations for food, cosmetics, and energy industry applications. Employed techniques including artificial neural networks, random forests, and statistical modeling with Python and MATLAB. Created a conversational generative AI copilot for technical decision-making in oil formulation and compliance using retrieval-augmented generation, Python frameworks, and prompt engineering.
EHS Engineer Internship Trainee at Sede Environnement (Veolia)
January 1, 2015 - August 30, 2025
Supported sustainability and process optimization projects in wine co-product valorization. Assisted in documentation and audits for ISO standards 9001, 14001, 22000, and 45001 using Excel and reporting templates.
Data Analyst at Cory Indústria de Produtos Alimentícios
January 1, 2016 - August 30, 2025
Analyzed consumer complaint data and supported continuous improvement initiatives in chocolate and candy production processes. Used Microsoft Excel and quality management methodologies including PDCA.

Education

Ph.D. in Food Engineering at UNICAMP
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025
M.Sc. in Food Engineering at UNICAMP
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Specialization in EHS Management at ENSMAC
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
B.Sc. in Food Engineering at Federal University of Viçosa
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016
Ph.D. in Food Engineering at UNICAMP
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025
M.Sc. in Food Engineering at UNICAMP
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Specialization in EHS Management at ENSMAC, France
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
B.Sc. in Food Engineering at Federal University of Viçosa
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Specialization in EHS Management
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Energy & Utilities, Retail, Other, Software & Internet