Experiences

Head of Data Science

03/2023 - Present
PŸUR | Tele Columbus AG

As Head of Data Science I am currently building up the data science team from scratch, orchestrating recruitment, team development and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance the organization’s data analytics capabilities.

  • Recruiting and developing a high-performing data science team
  • Cultivating a data-driven environment across the organization
  • Implementing a modern data stack to optimize data analytics capabilities
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Business Intelligence Analyst

10/2021 - 02/2023
PŸUR | Tele Columbus AG

In my role as Business Intelligence Analyst I contributed to the team’s innovative efforts by promoting the introduction of Python into our team’s tech stack and introducing and administering a new self-service BI tool. I also worked together with our business departments in developing a better understanding of their data.

  • Advanced analytics and report creation
  • Introduction of the modern data stack
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Data Engineer

2020 - 2021
ETL AG

My primary role was to develop an innovative solution for the audit needs of our customers. This was achieved by modernizing the tech stack and moving away from Excel-driven analytics and building a modern analytical tool on top of a centralized data warehouse.

  • Modernization of IT infrastructure
  • Building a data warehouse
  • Development of a modern analytical toolset for auditing
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Financial Analyst

2019 - 2020
Volkswagen Bank

I rejoined my department where I worked in as working student and took more responsiblity for the reporting processes in Risk Management and other departments. This included developing and automating the existing reports and working together with other business teams to create new insights from data.

  • Automation and optimization of business processes
  • Development of data-driven analyses to address strategic and operational inquiries
  • Design, modeling, and development of database applications
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Data Scientist

2018
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During my studies I was able to work part-time with a team of data scientists on developing machine learning models for targeted marketing and recommendation systems.

  • Implemented a web scraping solution to analyze competitor’s pricing models
  • Developed next best action models for marketing campaigns
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Working Student Risk Management

2016 - 2018
Volkswagen Bank

In my role withing Risk Management I led the automation and refinement of manual reporting procedures. Utilizing my expertise in databases, APIs and Excel/VBA, I was able to significantly increase operational efficieny. A crucial aspect of my responsibilities involved not only automating existing processes but also innovating and advancing reporting systems to meet evolving business needs.

  • Automation and enhancement of manual reporting processes with VBA
  • Streamlining data processing with database management tools
  • Implementation of data quality and testing procedures for reporting
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Education

Financial Mathematics

2015 - 2020
Technical University of Braunschweig

I hold a degree in Financial and Economic Mathematics, a comprehensive program that uniquely blends advanced mathematical principles with a strong foundation in economics and computer science. This interdisciplinary education has equipped me with a robust skill set, making me well-suited for many different data roles.

  • Strong mathematical and statistical foundations
  • Quantitative mindset
  • Analytical prowess
  • Solid understanding of economic principles

Banking Professional

2012 - 2015
Targobank AG | Industrie- und Handelskammer Halle-Dessau

During my training as a banking professional I developed proficiency in credit assessment, financial analysis and investment advisory. I specialized in mortgage financing, gaining hands-on experience in assessing and facilitating real estate transactions. Furthermore, I managed internal accounts, enhancing my skills in precise financial documentation, compliance and reporting.

  • Expertise in financial analysis and risk evaluation
  • Compliance with regulatory requirements and understanding of industry standards
  • Solid foundation in banking operations and industry-specific knowledge
  • Strong sales and customer service skills

Skills & Proficiency

Python

Machine Learning

Django

PostgreSQL

Oracle

Apache Airflow

Docker

HTML5 & CSS

dbt

AWS

LLM