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Elisa Perez

@elisaperez

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Senior AI leader driving enterprise Generative AI, strategy, and deployment.

Uruguay

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What I'm looking for

I want to lead AI strategy and delivery in organizations that value responsible, scalable Generative AI, team mentorship, and measurable operational impact.

I am a Senior AI and Data leader with 10+ years designing and delivering enterprise-grade Generative AI solutions, agent-based architectures, RAG pipelines, and decision-support systems. I combine hands-on Python development (LangChain, Hugging Face) with AI strategy, governance, MLOps/LLMOps and cloud deployment (AWS SageMaker) to produce measurable impact in large regulated environments.

I have led AI practices and portfolios across public and private sectors, directed large-scale programs and cross-functional distributed teams, and implemented data governance and cybersecurity aligned with GDPR and ISO 27001. I seek roles where I can drive AI-driven transformation, mentorship, and operationalize scalable, responsible AI solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Head of AI

Current

United Nations (UNOPS) | AGESIC

Jan 2021 - Present (5 years)

Built and led applied AI initiatives and AI practice, defining roadmaps, governance and delivering enterprise Generative AI and agent-based systems that improved forecasting, efficiency and executive decision-making across multi-stakeholder organizations.

Generative AI Agentic Systems AI Strategy RAG Python AWS Sagemaker MLOps Data Governance

AI & Python Coach

4Geeks Academy

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)

Mentored students in AI and Python development, delivering practical machine learning and NLP projects and improving learners' industry-ready skills across real-world applications.

Python TensorFlow PyTorch NLP scikit learn Machine Learning Deep Learning Coaching Curriculum Development

CEO, Founder & Technical Lead

Mi Edificio

Mar 2018 - Jan 2024 (5 years 10 months)

Founded and led a PropTech startup as CEO and technical lead, directing product development, technology stack (Java, SQL, REST APIs) and go-to-market execution until company handover.

Java SQL REST APIs Product Management Agile Technical Leadership Go To Market

Professor of Project Management

Universidad Católica (UCUDAL)

Mar 2018 - Jun 2019 (1 year 3 months)

Taught project management and agile methodologies, guiding students in implementation of PMO practices and strategic planning for technology projects.

Project Management Agile Scrum Roadmapping PMO Strategic Planning Teaching Stakeholder Management

Senior IT Consultant

Paradigm

Jan 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year 11 months)

Delivered digital strategy and large-scale technology programs focused on innovation and process optimization, managing portfolios of high-impact projects and improving operational efficiency.

Digital Strategy Program Management Portfolio Management Process Optimization Stakeholder Management Change Management Agile

SAP Banking Consultant

Axxiome

Jan 2012 - Dec 2013 (1 year 11 months)

Implemented SAP banking solutions across multiple countries, specializing in the guarantees module to optimize financial operations for enterprise clients.

Guarantees Module SAP Financial Operations Implementation Client Management

SAP ERP Consultant

Invenzis

Jan 2010 - Dec 2012 (2 years 11 months)

Implemented SAP logistics modules (MM, IM, SD, DMS) for major clients, improving supply chain and inventory processes through tailored ERP solutions.

SAP DMS ERP Implementation Logistics Process Improvement

IT Consultant – Functional Analyst

DeLarrobla & Associates (Bantotal)

Jan 2008 - Dec 2010 (2 years 11 months)

Developed and implemented Bantotal banking software for financial institutions across LATAM, delivering functional analysis and customization to meet client requirements.

Bantotal Requirements Gathering Implementation LATAM

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Universidad de Santiago de Compostela

Master in Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence

2023 - 2024

Master in Artificial Intelligence completed at the University of Santiago de Compostela between 2023 and 2024 focusing on applied AI and research-led approaches.

4Geeks Academy

Bootcamp, Machine Learning Engineering

2022 - 2022

Bootcamp in Machine Learning Engineering completed in 2022 focused on practical ML engineering skills and deployments.

Stanford University

Fellow (Program), Design Thinking

2019 - 2022

Stanford Program (Design Thinking) completed between 2019 and 2022 as a professional fellowship focused on innovation and design thinking.

Universidad de la República (Facultad de Ingeniería)

Postgraduate in Technology Management, Technology Management

2015 - 2016

Postgraduate studies in Technology Management at the Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad de la República, focused on innovation and project portfolio management.