Hi, my name is

Austin.

I build things with code

A full-time data engineer with a passion for programming and problem solving. I prefer to use modern technologies and I am always looking for a new tool to learn.

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About Me

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I am currently as a Senior AI/ML Engineer at CNA Insurance, where I focus on building out robust platform solutions for the Data Enablement teams. I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the Fulton School of Engineering at Arizona State University in May 2019.

I consider my skill set to be well-rounded, constantly learning new tools and skills in the IT world. Building several full-stack applications has provided me with extensive knowledge across various domains.

When I’m not on my computer, I enjoy playing sports, snowboarding, hanging out with friends, and walking my dog.

Here are a few technologies I've been working with recently:
  • Python
  • Golang
  • Concourse
  • GitHub Actions
  • C++
  • React
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Java
  • Linux
  • Git
  • BigQuery
  • Postgresql
  • Snowflake

Experience

Senior AI/ML Engineer - CNA
May 2023 - Present

As a Senior Engineer on the platform team at CNA, I am entrusted with architecting solutions to automate and enhance the platform for our Data teams. Within the platform team, I lead automation initiatives, playing a crucial role in optimizing workflows and boosting overall efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Architectural Solutions

Designing and implementing robust solutions to automate and optimize workflows for the Data teams, contributing to increased efficiency and productivity.

Platform Team Leadership

Serving as the lead for automation work within the platform team, I collaborate with team members to achieve strategic objectives and streamline processes.

Innovation

Actively contributing to the continuous improvement of the platform by implementing innovative solutions and staying abreast of the latest technologies.

Data Engineer III - USAA
June 2022 - May 2023

I previously worked as a data engineer at USAA in Phoenix, AZ. I worked with cutting edge ELT tools with a small team of data engineers to move and enhance billing data in the cloud for business needs. Our main priority was the delivery of accurate and expected data by collaborating closely with the Business.

Tools & Services Used:

Web & Blockchain Developer - Opal
Sep 2021 - Jan 2022

I worked a brief stint at Opal, llc remotely from Phoenix, AZ. I was primarily brought on as a back-end engineer working with Python.

  • Lead back-end developer for the crypto transactions using the XRP Ledger .
  • Helped build a REST API for transactions working with Django.
Data Engineer Intern - USAA
May 2021 - Aug 2021

Worked for my final summer of college as a full-time data engineering intern at USAA . My main project for the summer was to work independently on the Python scripts they had already created to optimize and “Pythonize” them.

The scripts were built to automate certain tasks such as generating SQL files for 100s of tables at once.

Solutions Center Intern - Salt River Project
June 2017 - Nov 2019
I worked at Salt River Project (SRP) for 6 months in Tempe, AZ. While at SRP, my role was to provide phone/chat assistance to internal SRP clients with varying degrees of technical knowledge.

Education

2019 - 2022
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Arizon State University
GPA: 3.3 out of 4.0

Extracurricular Clubs

  • Software Developers Association
  • Google Developer Student Club
  • Sun Devil Stock Exchange

Achievements

Nexus Award
Earned in the Tools of Tomorrow Hackathon at USAA with my team's data generation application.