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Dragica Aftova

@dragicaaftova

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I build scalable data pipelines and trusted analytics platforms for business decision-making.

North Macedonia

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to build scalable, high-quality data platforms and analytical solutions that improve reliability, support business decisions, and create trusted datasets for analysts and stakeholders.

I'm currently building and maintaining Databricks data pipelines at Encora, using Python, Spark, SQL, Azure Data Factory, and Azure DevOps to deliver curated datasets and reliable reporting solutions.

Previously at A1 Makedonija, I developed Azure Data Factory pipelines and automated workflows for Data Science, Finance, Marketing, and HR teams. I integrated multiple source systems into centralized analytical platforms, validated data quality, and improved pipeline performance and operational stability.

I've also designed BigQuery transformation pipelines, led legacy-to-cloud data migrations, maintained dbt models, and built Power BI reports and dashboards that help stakeholders make data-driven decisions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Data Engineer

Current

Encora

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Design, build, and maintain data pipelines in Databricks using Python, Spark, and SQL. Develop and optimize data models, tables, and views to support analytics and business operations.

Python Spark SQL Databricks Azure Data Factory Azure DevOps Git Data Modeling ETL ELT

Business Intelligence Senior Specialist / Data Engineer

A1 MAKEDONIJA

Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)

Developed and maintained Azure Data Factory pipelines for data ingestion and transformation. Built automated workflows to deliver data for Data Science, Finance, Marketing, HR, and other business teams.

Azure Data Factory Azure Synapse SQL Data Pipelines Data Validation Data Quality

Data Engineer

CONNECT - TRADEWIND

Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)

Designed and maintained data models and transformation pipelines in Google BigQuery. Developed ETL/ELT processes to ingest and transform data from multiple business systems.

BigQuery SQL ETL ELT Data Modeling Data Migration

Business Intelligence Specialist

A1 MAKEDONIJA

Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 11 months)

Gathered data from various sources, identified and rectified data quality issues, and performed data analysis to identify trends and insights. Created visual representations of data through charts, graphs, and dashboards.

Power BI SQL Data Analysis Data Visualization Data Modeling

Mid-Level Data Analyst

The Big Search

Jan 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 11 months)

Created and maintained goals of the team, ensured KPIs are tracked, and maintained dbt models. Built reports on Power BI and performed regular quality check-ins.

DBT Power BI SQL KPI Tracking Data Analysis