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I am Boris Perez Pickering, a dynamic and hands-on Data Architect and Senior Data Engineer with 20+ years of experience designing and leading scalable, cloud-based data platforms. I specialize in Azure, Databricks, Snowflake, IBM, and Talend, and I am passionate about optimizing data performance, enabling cross-functional teams, and turning data strategy from concept to execution.
I have led enterprise-grade data programs across finance, telecom, and manufacturing in fast-paced environments. My work includes designing secure architectures, building robust ETL pipelines, and mentoring teams to deliver reliable data solutions that drive business value.
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Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Principal Engineer Data Integration at McCain Foods
July 1, 2024 - November 6, 2025Spearheaded the creation of the Enterprise Reference Data Model, drove the strategic vision for McCain's Enterprise Data Platform (Databricks Medallion Architecture), and served as Data Architect for the Manufacturing domain. Led hands-on data engineering for the Supply Chain, migrated and refactored Synapse pipelines to Databricks, and designed the data migration plan for moving the IMN/Intelex Safety Incidents System from Synapse to Databricks, ensuring accuracy, performance, and business continuity. Key Achievements: standardized reference data model for cross-functional alignment and led successful migration projects.
Senior Data Engineer Data Architect at Moneris
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024Designed end-to-end architecture for migrating from on-prem SQL Server to Snowflake, defined PCI Encryption Flow for data at rest and in transit, and led cloud transformation initiatives using Azure, Databricks, and Talend. Built scalable ETL pipelines with PySpark, SQL, and automation scripts; established CI/CD standards; led PoCs for Azure Synapse, Databricks, and Snowflake; developed ActiveBatch templates for orchestrating complex pipelines across Docker, Talend, Databricks, Azure Data Factory, APIs, and Snowflake jobs; automated PCI data encryption workflows with Azure Key Vault integration.
Solution IT Designer at TD Bank
July 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021Designed and implemented enterprise data lineage processes to support Data Governance using Talend Data Catalog, IBM Infosphere, and custom metadata solutions. Built reusable metadata harvesting pipelines across Hadoop ecosystems and guided stakeholders through architecture diagrams and metadata flows. Served as Level-3 technical liaison, ensuring governance alignment and performance benchmarks.
Data Architect at ST IT Consulting (IBM partner)
July 1, 2017 - July 1, 2017Designed Big Data enterprise architectures using AWS EMR, Spark, and Hadoop. Led cross-functional teams in scalable data integration, migration projects from legacy systems to AWS-based platforms, and PoCs for IBM Information Governance Catalog, Data Quality, and MDM to accelerate enterprise adoption.
IBM IIS Lab Advocate / Data Engineering Lead at IBM Brazil
April 1, 2015 - April 1, 2015Led the Data Engineering Post-Sales Team across LATAM, optimized MPP/Cluster ETL environments, authored best practices for ETL standards and platform scaling, and built production support frameworks for banking clients. Implemented real-time Data Quality validation within IBM MDM for Bank Itau and delivered architectural guidance and tooling to accelerate delivery.
Senior Data Engineer at Portugal Telecom
April 1, 2015 - April 1, 2015Led CRM data integration across subsidiaries, mentored implementation teams, and designed ETL/Data Quality processes using IBM DataStage and QualityStage. Performed SQL performance tuning on Oracle, enhancing data delivery and reducing system load; supported platform stability and deployment through scripting and batch automation.
Independent Data Engineer (Contractor) at Various Clients (Vivo, Santander, TIM, etc.)
February 1, 2009 - February 1, 2009Built and optimized data warehouses and ETL architectures for telecom and banking clients, focusing on performance, scalability, and maintainability. Implemented high-volume ETL jobs, led teams, and delivered end-to-end data warehouse implementations with significant reductions in ETL windows.
Education
Course: Application of Statistics at FIA – Institute of Administration and Business School
January 1, 2016 - November 6, 2025Diploma: College Internet Systems and Web Design Programming at UNISUL – Santa Catarina, Brazil
January 1, 2012 - November 6, 2025Senior High School with Professional Qualification in Data Processing Technician at Objetivo
January 1, 1994 - November 6, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Telecommunications, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Software & Internet, Professional Services
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