Manuel Illanes
@manuelillanes
Data Engineer with 6+ years of experience in ETL pipelines.
What I'm looking for
I am a Data Engineer with over 6 years of experience in IT, specializing in designing and operating business-critical ETL pipelines for large enterprises in the banking and research sectors. My expertise lies in Python and PySpark, where I have successfully authored raw SQL for complex transformations and deployed scalable workloads on Databricks within AWS environments. I pride myself on being a proactive problem-solver and a team player, with a proven track record of processing over 2 million records per day, optimizing pipeline latency, and delivering actionable data products.
Throughout my career, I have held various roles, including Data Scientist and Business Analyst, where I designed and implemented end-to-end ETL pipelines, automated data ingestion, and created insightful PowerBI dashboards. My technical skills span across programming languages, machine learning, and cloud computing, allowing me to tackle complex data challenges effectively. I am passionate about leveraging data to drive business decisions and enhance operational efficiency.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lecturer
Bolivian Catholic University
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Developed the syllabus for the Psychology of Emotions course and initiated the international curriculum validation process. Taught course content focusing on the neurobiological basis of emotions, emotional regulation, and their impact on behavior.
Data Scientist, Business Analyst
Banco de Crédito de Bolivia - Yape BO
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Designed and implemented end-to-end ETL pipelines using PySpark on Databricks (AWS), processing over 2M daily transactions. Authored and optimized SQL queries for reporting and dashboards, reducing runtime by 40%. Automated data ingestion and created PowerBI dashboards for real-time insights.
Developer and Associate Researcher
Bolivian Catholic University
Aug 2018 - Present (6 years 10 months)
Developed research software for a Psychophysiology lab using Python, Docker, JavaScript, and AWS. Created socket protocols for hardware data integration and used web frameworks for data collection in a MongoDB database. Conducted research on experimental design and statistical analysis of biometric data using Python and R.
Lead Data Scientist
MindsApplied
Sep 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 4 months)
Led the development of a self-attention Transformer Network, improving BCI task accuracy by 30%. Developed experimental software using .NET and Unity for model evaluation and integrated with 20+ EEG headsets. Created a visualization tool for brain topography analysis and organized team tasks using Scrum.
Analytics Intern
Neurable, Inc
May 2022 - Sep 2022 (4 months)
Applied data analysis techniques including time-frequency analysis and multivariate statistics to a BCI prototype. Conducted research on cognitive performance using a focus estimation algorithm. Developed new features for an internal experimental platform using Unity and C#, including data recording and external software integration.
Teacher Assistant Computational Neuroscience Course
Neuromatch Academy
Jul 2022 - Aug 2022 (1 month)
Assisted in teaching a computational neuroscience course covering Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and theoretical neuroscience models. Utilized Python frameworks including PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, Numpy, and Scipy for structuring classes.
Software Developer
Neurode, Inc
May 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year 4 months)
Developed a 3D visualization tool for real-time fNIRS data using React Native and Django, improving speed and accuracy by 60%. Created mobile apps with Flutter and Unity for fNIRS data integration and developed behavioral tasks for ADHD assessment. Utilized Python to enhance Neural Network model accuracy for attention estimation by 20%.
Unity Instructor & Developer
Elemental School
Nov 2021 - Sep 2023 (1 year 10 months)
Instructed courses on programming and game development using Blender3D and the Unity Engine. Designed the curriculum for 'Unity for Kids' and 'Unity for Teens', teaching over 80 students.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Bolivian Catholic University
MSc Data Science, Data Science
Completed a Master of Science program focusing on Data Science principles and applications. Studied advanced topics in data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling.
Bolivian Catholic University
Bachelor in Psychology, Psychology
Grade: Magna Cum Laude
Pursued a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, covering core areas of psychological science. Gained knowledge in research methods, statistical analysis, and various branches of psychology.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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