I'm a results-driven Data Engineer with 4+ years of experience designing and implementing scalable data architectures across cloud platforms. I specialize in building end-to-end ETL/ELT pipelines using Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric, Azure, and Databricks. My work includes migrating legacy systems to modern data platforms, reducing processing costs and enabling real-time analytics.\n\nI have strong expertise in Spark, Python, SQL, Lakehouse architectures, and data governance, with hands-on experience across sports analytics, finance, retail, and logistics. I enjoy translating complex business requirements into robust data solutions and collaborating with stakeholders to drive data-driven decision making.

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I'm a results-driven Data Engineer with 4+ years of experience designing and implementing scalable data architectures across cloud platforms. I specialize in building end-to-end ETL/ELT pipelines using Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric, Azure, and Databricks. My work includes migrating legacy systems to modern data platforms, reducing processing costs and enabling real-time analytics.\n\nI have strong expertise in Spark, Python, SQL, Lakehouse architectures, and data governance, with hands-on experience across sports analytics, finance, retail, and logistics. I enjoy translating complex business requirements into robust data solutions and collaborating with stakeholders to drive data-driven decision making.

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I’m a results-driven Data Engineer with 4+ years of experience designing and implementing scalable data architectures across cloud platforms. I specialize in building end-to-end ETL/ELT pipelines using Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric, Azure, and Databricks. My work includes migrating legacy systems to modern data platforms, reducing processing costs and enabling real-time analytics.\n\nI have strong expertise in Spark, Python, SQL, Lakehouse architectures, and data governance, with hands-on experience across sports analytics, finance, retail, and logistics. I enjoy translating complex business requirements into robust data solutions and collaborating with stakeholders to drive data-driven decision making.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
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Work Experience

Data Engineer at Kimura Data Intelligence
January 1, 2024 - Present
Design and deliver scalable ETL/ELT pipelines using Microsoft Fabric, processing 50M+ records daily for enterprise clients across multiple industries. Architected medallion-based lakehouses that improved query performance by 40% and reduced data quality incidents by 60%. Built automated data ingestion frameworks integrating APIs, databases, and flat files using PySpark, reducing manual processing by 80%. Led technical requirements gathering sessions with stakeholders, translating complex business needs into robust data solutions. Implemented data governance frameworks with automated quality checks.
Data Architect & Engineer at First Team Performance Insights
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Architected and deployed a Snowflake-based data platform from ground up, consolidating 15+ data sources including StatsBomb, SkillCorner, and medical systems. Migrated legacy Alteryx workflows to Snowflake, reducing processing time by 70% and cutting annual infrastructure costs by 40%. Engineered a unified data warehouse supporting performance, medical, and recruitment analytics for 50+ end users. Established data governance policies and documentation standards, enabling seamless onboarding and platform scalability. Delivered actionable insights to coaches and analysts, directly supporting match preparation and player development decisions.
Data Engineer Consultant at Rockfeather
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Designed and implemented production ETL pipelines using Azure Data Factory and Databricks for clients in finance, retail, and logistics. Optimized large-scale data transformations with PySpark, reducing execution time by 50% and cutting compute costs by 35%. Developed reusable pipeline templates and best practices documentation, accelerating project delivery timelines by 30%. Led data architecture assessments for 5+ clients, providing cloud migration roadmaps adopted as strategic initiatives.
Business Intelligence Consultant at BI4ALL
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Designed dimensional data warehouses using SQL Server and Azure Synapse, supporting enterprise reporting for 500+ users. Developed interactive Power BI dashboards that reduced reporting time from days to real-time insights. Built ETL/ELT pipelines with Databricks, automating data ingestion from 20+ sources including APIs, databases, and file systems.
Data Architect & Engineer at Everton Football Club
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Architected and deployed a Snowflake-based data platform from ground up, consolidating 15+ data sources including StatsBomb, SkillCorner, and medical systems. Migrated legacy Alteryx workflows to Snowflake, reducing processing time by 70% and cutting annual infrastructure costs by 40%. Engineered a unified data warehouse supporting performance, medical, and recruitment analytics for 50+ end users. Established data governance policies and documentation standards, enabling onboarding and platform scalability. Delivered actionable insights to coaches and analysts, directly supporting match preparation and player development decisions.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma at Universidade Europeia
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
MSc in Data Science and Advanced Analytics at NOVA Information Management School
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
BSc in Management at ISCTE Business School
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Postgraduate Diploma at Universidade Europeia
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
MSc in Data Science and Advanced Analytics at NOVA Information Management School
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
BSc in Management at ISCTE Business School
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Analytics Engineer
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Analytics Engineer
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Retail, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services